It’s the spookiest time of year and one of the most fun for you and your family — dog included, of course! This year’s Halloween festivities will look a little different because of the CDC’s recommendations, but there are still many fantastic ways to enjoy the holiday.
How to Keep Your Dog Safe on Halloween
- Keep candy in a safe place away from your dog.
Make sure you put candy in a place your dog can’t reach and let everyone know that giving a dog candy is not safe.
Candy sweetened with sugar is not a healthy option for your pup as it can lead to weight gain and upset stomach. Chocolate candy and sugar-free candy are even worse options as they are toxic to dogs. You don’t want to ruin the Halloween fun and risk getting your dog sick dog.
If your dog does scarf down some forbidden treats, don’t wait for signs of illness, as they can take up to 12 hours to appear. Call your vet as soon as you know your dog has eaten something off-limits, or you can call the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435 (consultation fees may apply).
- Keep an eye on your dog if they’re in costume.
We’re all for adorable Halloween costumes for pets, but safety always comes first. Remove any potentially hazardous pieces such as loose buttons, especially if your dog likes to chew on things. Even dogs that don’t normally like to chew may be tempted when they have a costume on, so…
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