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Holiday Safety
Keeping your dog safe during the holidays can be difficult. With the tree,
ornaments, plants, presents, lights and other holiday decorations safety
needs to be a top priority.
Place your Christmas tree in a corner out of the way blocking it off is
always safest. Hang something on the bottom branches that will create
noise to warn you of an impending tree disaster.
Tinsel can add a nice sparkle to the tree, but make sure you hang
it up out of your pet's reach. Ingesting the tinsel can potentially
block their intestines, which is generally only remedied
through surgical means. Do not put lights on the tree's lower branches.
Not only can your dog get tangled up in the lights, they are a
burning hazard, or your dog may inadvertently get
shocked by biting through the wire. Ornaments need to be kept
out of reach, too. In addition to being a choking and
intestinal blockage hazard, shards from broken ornaments may
injure paws, mouths, or other parts of your dogs body. For those buying a
live Christmas tree this year, keep the area free and clear of pine
needles. While they may not seem dangerous, the needles can puncture your
dogs intestines if ingested. Edible tree decorations, whether ornaments,
cranberry or popcorn strings, are like time bombs waiting to happen. These
goodies are just too enticing and your dog will surely tug at them,
knocking down your decorated tree.
To prevent any accidental
electrocutions, any exposed indoor or outdoor wires should be
taped to the wall or the sides of the house. Keep wires and
batteries out of your dogs reach.
Did you know holly, mistletoe, and poinsettia plants are poisonous to
dogs?
Holly and poinsettias when ingested, can cause dogs to suffer
nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Mistletoe can
cause gastrointestinal upset and cardiovascular problems. If you normally
use these plants to decorate your home, they should be kept in an area
your dog cannot reach. Or opt for
just-as-jolly artificial plants made from silk or plastic, or choose
a pet-safe bouquet.
Don't leave lighted candles unattended. Burning candles should be placed
on high shelves or mantels, out of your dogs way, there's no telling
where a wagging tail may end up. Be sure to use appropriate candle
holders, placed on a stable surface. And if you leave the room, put the
candle out! Homes with fireplaces should use screens to avoid accidental
burns.
When wrapping gifts, be sure to keep your dog away. Wrapping paper,
string, plastic, or cloth could cause
intestinal blockages. Scissors are another hazard, and they
should be kept off floors or low tables.
Always keep your veterinarian's phone number handy, along with the number
of the nearest emergency clinic and the animal poison control center, in
case of emergency.
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