Happy Halloween

Have fun and let’s all keep our companions safe.

We humans might enjoy the activities that Halloween brings, but our pets may become frightened or agitated by numerous, strangely dressed visitors yelling for treats. Pet owners are urged to follow these safety tips:

• First and foremost, the best-dressed pet should be wearing a collar with identification attached.
• Bring your pets inside during trick-or-treat hours.
• Keep pets away from open doors by keeping them in a crate or safely attached on a leash. If the noise and ringing bell agitate your pet, place them in a comfortable, quite room away from opening doors.
• Keep ALL candies up high and out of reach.
• Keep ALL candles and jack-o-lanterns up high and out of reach.
• Watch carefully that children do not reach for your dog. No matter how friendly we think our pets are, remember, the kids are in strange attire and can be intimidating with their look, fast motions, and loud voices causing the best of dogs to react unpredictably.
• Praise your pet for their good behavior and give them a few of their own doggie treats!

Remy says “Trick or Treat – it’s your choice!”
Or he’s telling mom he expected food not a costume … grr(mf)

For more safety tips from the ASPCA and a yummy doggie treat recipe, click here!