10/28/2026
🎃🐾 Halloween can be spooky for our pets, too! 👻
While we love the costumes, decorations, and trick-or-treaters, Halloween can be stressful for dogs who struggle with anxiety. Unfamiliar noises, doorbells, strangers in costumes, and changes to their routine can leave some pups feeling overwhelmed. 🐶🧡
Watch for signs of stress, such as panting, pacing, trembling, hiding, excessive barking, or trying to escape. Help your dog feel safe by providing a quiet, comfortable space away from the Halloween hustle and bustle, keeping their routine consistent, and never forcing them into situations that make them uncomfortable.
If your dog experiences ongoing anxiety, you don’t have to navigate it alone! 🩺 Your veterinary team can help identify your dog’s triggers and discuss options to manage their anxiety, so they can feel more comfortable and confident.
Let’s make Halloween a little less spooky for our four-legged friends! 🐕🎃
