One of our readers submitted the following tips on how to take care of our pets over the holidays:
- Keep pets on a regular diet and caution visitors against giving them human food.
- Keep candies and wrappers away. Foil wrappers can be like razors if ingested.
- Candles and their flickering flame attract pets - keep them out of reach.
- Decorations should be carefully placed so pets can't swallow small pieces.
- Cover or tack down electrical cords.
- Holiday Lights can be toxic - many contain methylene chloride.
- Angelhair (spun glass) can cause irritation of the eyes, skin and gastrointestinal tract.
- Artificial snow and snow flock can cause toxicity from inhalation if sprayed in the mouth.
- Hang valuable ornaments high on the Christmas tree. Use wooden, metal, or resin-cast on the lower branch ornaments.
- Tinsel isn't toxic, but if ingested, it could cause choking and/or intestinal obstruction.
- Avoid tying ribbons around pets necks and keep ribbons and bows put away to prevent pets from eating them.
- Replace metal ornament hooks with light-weight twine or yarn.
- Increased activity and visitors during the holiday season can upset your pet's routine. Try to keep them on their regular routines, and always give lots of love!
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