The Holidays are fast approaching and many folks have already begun celebrating. This can be a stressful and sometimes dangerous time for your pets. Suddenly our homes are filled with strange new objects and visitors. There are many new sights and smells that a curious pet can get into trouble with. When making your holiday plans, be sure to keep your pet in mind.
- Yuletide plants such as Holly and Poinsettias, while not toxic, can still occasionally cause mild G.I. upset if ingested. The best rule of thumb is to try to keep them out of reach to curious nibblers.
- Having guests over for parties or relatives over to stay can be stressful. Make sure that your pet has a place to retreat if frightened. Also keeping pets in a kennel or small room away from the activity can prevent accidents like escaping from a frequently opened door.
- Cats sometimes can't resist chewing on cords which can lead to possible electrocution. Make sure to keep cords covered and/or out or reach.
- The Holidays are a time to indulge in all sorts of yummy treats but make sure they are out of your pet's reach. Every December Veterinary clinics have an increase in pets that come in for things like chocolate ingestion and pancreatitis. Don't let your pet be one of them!
- When wrapping gifts make sure your kitty cannot get into the ribbons! Due to the barbs in a cat's tongue they cannot help but to swallow string when they chew on it which can cause serious bowel obstructions.
The Staff at Kutter Pet Care wish you a safe and Happy Holidays!
-Amanda Ward, R.V.T.
Kutter Pet Care Center
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