05/23/2026
🍔☀️ Grilling Season Is Back — Let’s Keep Pets Safe Around the BBQ! 🐾🔥
Cookouts, sunshine, and backyard fun are some of the best parts of summer—but BBQs can come with unexpected risks for pets. Before you fire up the grill, keep these safety tips in mind:
🐶 BBQ Safety Tips for Pet Parents:
🔥 Create a pet-free grilling zone — Hot grills, grease, and open flames can cause serious burns or accidents.
🍖 Skip the table scraps — Fatty foods and cooked bones can lead to stomach upset, choking hazards, or even pancreatitis.
🌭 Watch out for toxic foods — Onions, garlic, grapes, chocolate, alcohol, and certain seasonings can all be dangerous for pets.
🗑️ Secure the trash — Food wrappers, skewers, and leftovers can quickly become tempting (and risky) snacks.
🍢 Keep skewers out of reach — Wooden and metal skewers can cause severe internal injuries if swallowed.
💧 Offer plenty of water & shade — Summer heat can sneak up fast, especially during outdoor gatherings.
Want your pet to join the fun safely? Try pet-friendly treats like seedless watermelon, baby carrots, or frozen dog treats! 🐕🍉
A little prevention goes a long way toward keeping your summer fun safe for every member of the family. ❤️🐾