Keep dogs safe this Halloween

Posted : 18-10-2006

With Halloween approaching it can be an over-indulgent period for all involved with the flood of sweets collected from trick or treating.

However, advice from RileyCare.com can help you to ensure your dog stays safe during the festive season.

While it may be tempting to feed your dog treats here and there, sweets and chocolate are toxic to dogs, while wrappers left lying around can harm their digestive tract if swallowed.

If a party is part of your plan to celebrate Halloween, make sure that your dog has a safe environment with plenty of water and food to keep it occupied. According to the pet safety website, loud music and crowds of people can make it excitable or uncomfortable

Although dressing up is an essential part of Halloween, dogs can get frightened if they are unable to recognise familiar faces, so it is important to reassure them and keep them calm.

Taking a dog trick or treating can be easily made safe by keeping them on a lead or using a harness to ensure they do not stray from the pack.

If an accident does happen, pet insurance could help you afford any veterinary fees that could be incurred.

According to Insure Your Pet, pet insurance claims are more likely than household or car insurance claims and one in three pets will need veterinary treatment each year.


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