Posts Tagged: holiday pet hazards December 18, 2024 by Animal Emergency & Referral Center of Minnesota No Holiday Ham for Pets If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested a large amount of ham, this is considered an “ORANGE” – or urgent case – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to […] Read More Gift Wrap Dangers for Pets The holiday season brings joy and celebration, but it also comes with hidden dangers for our pets. While many pet parents are careful with holiday decorations and foods, one often overlooked risk is gift-giving! From gift wrap materials and ribbons to edible presents, these common holiday items can pose serious threats to pets. Before you […] Read More 10 Common Winter Pet Hazards If your pet is experiencing respiratory distress or seizures caused by a toxin or persistent non-productive retching, these are considered “RED” – or true emergencies – on our Fast Track Triage system. We advise you to seek immediate veterinary care. Please call ahead of your arrival so the veterinary team knows to expect you! If […] Read More 10 New Year’s Eve Pet Dangers Whether you’ll be at home curled up on the couch with a movie, hosting a get-together, or going out, it’s important to take a few extra precautions to keep your pets safe this New Year’s Eve. After all, no one wants to ring in the new year with a sick pet. Join us as we count down the ten most common […] Read More Common Christmas Pet Dangers | An Ultimate Guide for Pet Owners Christmas is approaching and during this holiday season, our animal emergency hospital sees a trend of holiday-themed pet dangers that could have been prevented. To help your family avoid a trip to our ER this Christmas, we’ve compiled some of our previous blogs to create this ultimate list of the most common Christmas pet dangers […] Read More Top 7 Hanukkah Pet Dangers Happy Hanukkah! The holiday season is a busy time in the pet ER. From the décor to the gifts to the food, there are a lot of potential dangers to our pets. Below are seven tips on how to keep your pets safe this Hanukkah. 1. Menorahs While it’s fun to include your pets in […] Read More Alcohol Poisoning in Pets | Pet Toxins If you witnessed or strongly suspect your pet ingested alcohol or alcohol-soaked foods, these are considered “ORANGE” – or urgent cases – on our Fast Track Triage system. We recommend calling ASPCA Animal Poison Control at 888-426-4435 for help determining if your pet consumed a toxic amount and for guidance on what to do next. […] Read More