Holiday Safety Tips Every Pet Owner Needs This Easter & Passover

Holiday Safety Tips Every Pet Owner Needs This Easter & Passover

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Most holiday pet emergencies stem from preventable exposures. Toxic foods, including dark chocolate (a cause of seizures) and xylitol (which leads to liver failure), require secure storage, while all lily varieties are fatal to cats. Essential safety measures include identifying dangerous foods, securing hazardous decorations, establishing safe environments to reduce anxiety, and maintaining emergency preparedness with contacts like ASPCA Poison Control (888-426-4435).

Keeping Pets Safe from Decorations

Keeping Pets Safe from Decorations

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Your Christmas tree presents several hazards for cats, curious kittens and playful puppies. Ornaments: use non-breakable-pet proof, home-made ornaments. They are safe for pets and fun for the whole family. Try using cardboard, plastic, dried nontoxic flowers, fabric, wood and pinecones. Put small breakable ornaments up high on your tree. Hooks can easily penetrate pet’s tongues,…

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Cat Emergencies

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Cat Emergencies

In spite of our best efforts, emergencies happen. You should know your vet’s procedures for emergency situations, especially the ones that occur at odd hours. Being able to recognize a true emergency allows you to react more appropriately in a stressful situation and may help you save a life.