10/23/2026
🎃👻 HALLOWEEN SAFETY FOR YOUR PETS! 🐾
Halloween is full of spooky fun, but we want to make sure our furry family members stay safe, too! 🧡 Here are five ways to keep your pets happy and healthy this Halloween.
🍫 1. No Human Treats for Your Pet!
Chocolate and sugar-free candies containing xylitol are toxic to pets. Candy wrappers can also cause dangerous intestinal blockages. Remember, Halloween candy can stick around for weeks, so choose a designated cupboard your pets cannot reach!
🕯️ 2. Safety First When Decorating
Flickering candles can be tempting for curious pets, so be extra careful with jack-o’-lanterns. Keep small decorations out of reach and prevent pets from chewing on electrical cords.
🏡 3. Reduce Halloween Stress
Give your pet some exercise before trick-or-treating begins. Set up a quiet, comfortable space in your home, such as their crate or a room away from the front door, where they can relax away from the commotion.
🐾 4. Keep Identification Up to Date
Whether your pet stays home or joins you for trick-or-treating, make sure their ID tags and microchip information are current in case they get loose. Taking your pet along? Keep them leashed and use reflective gear to help them stay visible.
🦇 5. Choose Safe, Comfortable Costumes
Make sure costumes don't interfere with your pet's ability to walk, breathe, or go to the bathroom. Check for small choking hazards, such as buttons or bells. Not every pet loves dressing up — a festive bandana is a great alternative!
🐾 Have a photo of your pet in their Halloween costume? We'd love to see it in the comments!
🧡 From all of us at Animal Hospital of Milton, we wish you and your furry family a safe, happy, and spook-tacular Halloween!
