10/30/2026
🎃🐾 HALLOWEEN PET SAFETY TIPS! 🐾👻
Halloween is full of spooky fun, costumes, and treats, but let's make sure our furry family members stay safe while celebrating! 🧡
Here are a few tips from our veterinary team to keep your pets happy and safe this Halloween:
🐶 Costume Safety:
Make sure costumes fit comfortably and aren't too tight or restrictive.
Avoid costumes that cover your pet's eyes, ears, nose, or mouth.
Watch for small pieces, buttons, or decorations that could become choking hazards.
Let your pet get used to their costume before Halloween night.
If your pet seems stressed or uncomfortable, it's best to skip the costume!
🍬 Treat & Candy Safety:
Keep chocolate, candy, gum, and anything containing xylitol well out of reach. These can be toxic to pets!
Keep Halloween treats in a secure place where curious noses can't find them.
Don't let your pets snack on candy wrappers!
🎃 Halloween Night Safety:
Keep pets safely indoors, away from the excitement and potential hazards.
Make sure your pet has proper identification in case they get startled and escape.
Keep pumpkins, candles, and electrical decorations out of paw's reach.
Be mindful of open doors when trick-or-treaters come knocking.
Give your pet a quiet, comfortable space away from the Halloween hustle and bustle.
🧡 Remember, not every pet enjoys Halloween festivities, and that's okay! Their comfort and safety always come first.
From all of us at our veterinary clinic, we wish you and your furry family members a HAPPY & SAFE HOWL-O-WEEN! 🐾🎃👻
📞 If your pet gets into Halloween candy or something potentially harmful and we are colosed, contact Capital City Emergency Hospital right away at 506-447-8387
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