Most people celebrating the holidays enjoy the hustle and bustle of shopping, baking cookies, decorating their homes, and attending holiday parties. If only our pets enjoyed this time of year, too. But they can.
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You can get your pets used to the busy holiday schedules and even include them in the festivities. The holidays bring fun, but don’t forget they also present a host of hazards to pets. It’s important to be aware of these dangers to keep pets safe.
Dealing with Holiday Pet Stress
Are you having a party at your Dallas apartment this holiday season? With holiday parties and dinners, your home may develop loud, joyful noise or a lot of foot traffic. If your pets are not accustom to this setting, it could cause them to become overly anxious when the holiday fun begins.
Pet stress can also be caused from lack of attention and the many changes of the home environment. With some planning, you can be sure your pets will be comfortable during the holiday season. Keep these simple things in mind when creating a pet-friendly holiday.
Quiet Space – Try setting aside a quiet space just for your pets. This way they can retreat to this area when there’s just too much commotion in another area of the house.
Sticking to a diet – With all of the yummy holiday cooking, avoid feeding your pet leftovers. Keep your pets on their normal diet because sudden changes in your dog or cat’s diet may cause stomachaches, vomiting and diarrhea.
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Prevent poisoning – Avoid using ivy, mistletoe, and poinsettias in your holiday décor. These poisonous plants can be deadly if eaten by most animals. If you desire the look of these holiday plants, go with faux plants instead.
Avoid accidents – Has your cat ever climbed your Christmas tree? Protect against the tree tipping over by securing it with fishing line anchored into the ceiling.
Traveling – Make sure your pets are secured and not allowed to roam if you are traveling during the holidays. Use a travel crate or special seat belt harness to keep them safe. If traveling with your pet is not an option, be sure to schedule adequate holiday pet care for your companion. Have a pet sitter stay with your pet or arrange for them to be boarded.
Show some love – And lastly try to involve your pets with the holiday festivities. Purchase a new holiday bandanna or festive sweater. Be sure to reward them for good pet behavior by buying a special treat that they will enjoy.
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