10/31/2026
🎃🐾 Halloween Pet Safety Tips! 🐾👻
Halloween can be full of spooky fun for us, but costumes, candy, decorations, and trick-or-treaters can create some scary situations for our pets! Brinker Veterinary Hospital wants everyone to have a safe and happy Halloween. 🧡
Keep these tips in mind: 🍫 Keep chocolate, sugar-free candy containing xylitol, and other treats safely out of reach. 🚪 Keep pets secure and away from frequently opening doors so they can’t slip outside. 🕯️ Keep candles, glow sticks, cords, and decorations away from curious paws. 👻 Only use costumes your pet is comfortable wearing, and make sure they don’t restrict movement, breathing, hearing, or vision. 🏷️ Make sure your pet’s ID tag and microchip information are up to date in case they escape.
And remember—not every pet enjoys the excitement! A quiet room away from the doorbell, costumes, and visitors may be the best treat you can give them. 🐶🐱💚
Have a safe and Happy Halloween from all of us at Brinker Veterinary Hospital! 🎃🐾