Safe Christmas For Pets

Safe Christmas for pets

As you prepare to enjoy the Christmas festivities, you should take the necessary steps to ensure your pets are safe. Here are essential Christmas safety tips to ensure your pets are safe during the holiday.

Find a Christmas tree that is pet-proof

The Christmas tree often poses a lot of danger for your pets. When you fail to ensure the tree is pet- proof, you may have to deal with painful injuries, upset stomachs, and catastrophic vet bills. For that reason, you should always keep an eye on your pets as they play around the tree. To stay on the safe side, you can set up the tree in a room and lock it when you are away running errands. Alternatively, you can create a barrier by using a baby gate or plastic pen to keep your pets away from the tree.

Curious felines and canines will try and explore the Christmas tree the moment you set it up. Pets are usually curious and they will jump onto the tree, and it can easily fall on them. You need to secure the tree with a proper anchor to prevent it from falling. Make sure the tree stand is firmly attached in place to prevent accidents. For added security, you can find an expert to help you secure the tree in position.

Be cautious of Christmas tree water

If you want to bring spruces and pines inside your home for Christmas, you should ensure the water storage reservoir is not accessible to pets. When the tree soaks in the water, it often releases a toxic sap that can be toxic for pets. On the other hand, fresh tree is often preserved with water additives such as aspirin. Studies show that aspirin can be toxic for pets because they are unable to digest the drug. And while your vet may prescribe aspirin to treat some conditions in pets, too much may prove deadly. You should use an aluminum foil to properly secure the tree stand.

Pay close attention to the Christmas lights

While Christmas lights are attractive, they can be dangerous to pets. For starters, pets can easily swallow the Christmas lights when left unsupervised. More importantly, keeping your pets from Christmas lights can prevent them from electrocution, which can lead to internal injuries. Also be cautious of ornaments as your pets can easily chew on them, affective their digestive system. Swallowing ornaments can also lead to gastrointestinal blockages, which can be fatal for pets.

Conclusion

If your pet accidently swallows a foreign object during Christmas, you need to consult your vet immediately.

References: Dogtime, ASPCA, AVMA