Keep Your Pets Safe this Spooky Season 👻
Pumpkin spice is in the air, porch lights are glowing, and little goblins are getting ready to roam the streets. It must be Halloween! While this time of year is full of fun frights for humans, it can be a little too spooky for our furry friends. From noisy doorbells to tempting candy bowls, here are a few tips to keep your pets safe, happy, and far away from any Halloween scares:
- 🧁 Keep Candy Out of Paw’s Reach
Chocolate and sugar-free treats (especially those with xylitol) can be toxic to pets. Keep all candy and wrappers tucked safely away, and remind guests not to share their sweets – no matter how cute those puppy-dog eyes are! - 🕸️ Watch Out for Little “Boo”-bits
Decorations and costume pieces like beads, string, or fake spiderwebs can look like toys to curious pets. To avoid any tummy troubles, keep small or dangling décor well out of reach. - 🦇 Dress-Up… or Don’t!
If your pet loves costumes, make sure theirs fits comfortably. Avoid tight elastics, blocked vision, or choking hazards. But if they’re giving you the “don’t even think about it” look, let them stay au naturel. A festive collar or bandana can still make them part of the fun! - 🏡 Set Up a Safe Zone
Between the doorbell ringing all night and spooky sounds outside, Halloween can feel like chaos to pets. Create a quiet, cozy space with their favorite bed, toy, and maybe a little calming background music. - 🎭 Beware of Escape Artists
With trick-or-treaters coming and going, even the most well-behaved pets might bolt through an open door. Keep them secured in another room during peak candy hours or use a baby gate to create a barrier. - 🐾 Double-Check ID Tags and Microchips
Accidents happen. A spooked pet could slip away in a moment. Make sure collars and tags are secure and microchip info is up to date so you can be reunited quickly if they make a great escape.
💀 A Little Extra Love Goes a Long Way
Halloween is full of surprises, so keeping routines as normal as possible helps pets feel grounded. Extra snuggles, treats (the pet-safe kind!), and calm reassurance can make all the difference.
Have a safe, sweet, and not-too-spooky Halloween — from all of us (and our furry friends) at 417 Pet Sitting! 🧡🐾