{"id":5773,"date":"2021-02-10T17:41:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-10T17:41:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=5773"},"modified":"2021-02-10T17:41:00","modified_gmt":"2021-02-10T17:41:00","slug":"valentines-day-dos-and-donts-for-pet-parents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/valentines-day-dos-and-donts-for-pet-parents\/","title":{"rendered":"Valentine\u2019s Day Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts for Pet Parents"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5776 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1.png\" alt=\"dog, hearts, licking lips, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/1-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, a beautiful bouquet of lilies, and candlelit dinners may sound like a romantic Valentine\u2019s Day evening at home\u2026but maybe not if you\u2019re a pet parent. From chocolate or lily toxicity to a burnt tail, the evening sounds more like a trip to the ER waiting to happen! So on this day of love, we encourage you to show your Valentine just how much you care about them and their pet! Avoid common Valentine\u2019s Day pet dangers and instead, make thoughtful, pet-friendly decisions.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5778 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/3.png\" alt=\"lilies, Valentine's Day flowers, toxic flowers, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Flowers<span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> purchase a bouquet of flowers that are toxic to your Valentine\u2019s pets. For example,\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/save-a-cat-this-spring\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">lilies<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0are highly toxic to cats and can cause life-threatening kidney failure<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Other common flowers that are toxic to pets include\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">tulips, ranunculus, chrysanthemums, gardenias, amaryllis, and carnations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> send roses either. While roses are non-toxic, their thorns often\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">cause injuries to a curious pet\u2019s mouth and paws.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> purchase pet-friendly flowers such as\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">gerbera daisies, petunias, sunflowers, moth orchids, and African violets.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> double-check that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">a flower or plant<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0is pet-friendly by using\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">the\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/animal-poison-control\/toxic-and-non-toxic-plants\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">ASPCA Plant Guide<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.plantsnap.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Plant Snap<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5777 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2.png\" alt=\"dog, chocolates, chocolate toxicity, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Edible Gifts<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> get your Valentine chocolate \u2013 especially if their pet is known for getting into food. Chocolate is toxic to both dogs and cats. The darker and more bitter the chocolate, the more harmful it can be. Baker\u2019s chocolate and dark chocolate are the most dangerous.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Be sure to steer clear of c<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">hocolate-covered raisins, coffee beans, or macadamia nuts<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, because within these treats are<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">bonus<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0l<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">evels<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0of toxicities<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><strong>DO<\/strong><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>N\u2019T<\/strong> purchase candy or baked good<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0that contain\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/xylitol-its-not-so-sweet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">xylitol<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">This sugarless sweetener is very\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">toxic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to dogs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0and can cause a drop in blood sugar,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">as well as liver failure.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> get a<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0treat for your Valentine\u2019s pet such as a gourmet treat or cupcake that is specifically made for pets.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">It\u2019s never a bad idea to spoil your Valentine\u2019s pet<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">!<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> opt for a human food or dessert that isn\u2019t toxic to your Valentine\u2019s pet<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> such as berries and plain, vanilla yogurt.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> tell your Valentine if their gift is edible\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">so they can<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0keep it out of their pet\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">reach<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Even if the food isn\u2019t toxic, pets\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">that<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0eat sugary, fatty foods are at an increased risk of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pancreatitis-in-pets-what-pet-owners-need-to-know\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">pancreatitis<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0and\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/how-do-i-help-my-pet-lose-weight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">obesity<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5779 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4.png\" alt=\"wine, alcohol, pet toxins, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/4-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Alcoholic Beverages<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> leave alcoholic beverages unattended. It only takes a small amount of\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/alcohol-poisoning-in-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">alcohol<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to make a pet sick. Keep in mind that in addition to alcohol poisoning, wine can also cause\u00a0<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/grape-and-raisin-toxicity\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">grape poisoning<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> put pets in a separate room if there is a spill. Promptly clean up the spill before allowing the pets back into the room.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5780 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/5.png\" alt=\"xylitol, pet toxins, chewing gum, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/5.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/5-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4>Dental Hygiene Products<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> bring along dental hygiene products that contain <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/xylitol-its-not-so-sweet\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">xylitol<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0such as\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">gum, mints, or even toothpaste<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0an<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">d<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0mouthwash.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0If you typically keep some in your purse, bag, or pockets \u2013 remove these items!<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0Again, xylitol products are very\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">toxic<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to dogs<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Planning to stay overnight or need to\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">freshen<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0your breath? Then <strong>DO<\/strong>\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">read the ingredients and choose dental hygiene products that don\u2019t contain xylitol.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5781 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/6.png\" alt=\"cat, candle, pet dangers, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/6.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/6-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span data-contrast=\"none\">Candles<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> use open<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">&#8211;<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">flamed\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">candles for dinner or to fill a room.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">A<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0wagging tail, curious paw<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, or whiskers can eas<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">ily get burned or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/pet-fire-safety\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">start a fire<\/a>.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> keep pets out of the room if you do choose to use any open-flamed candles. Promptly extinguish the candles\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">while<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">unattended.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> use battery-operated candles that don\u2019t have a real flame, especially if it\u2019s not an option to keep pets in a separate room.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5774 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9.png\" alt=\"teddy bear, Valentine's Day gifts, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/9-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun SCXW145535881 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW145535881 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">Stuffed Animals<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW145535881 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> give your Valentine a stuffed animal with plastic eyes or a plastic nose<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0if their pet is a chewer<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. Also, avoid stuffed animals that have little accessories<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or sequins<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. These objects can be easily removed and cause a choking hazard<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to pets<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> get your Valentine\u2019s pet a\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">pet-specific<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0plush toy<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">Why? Well, why not?\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5775 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10.png\" alt=\"cat, Valentine gift, ribbon, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/10-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h4><span class=\"TextRun SCXW93338824 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW93338824 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">Gift Wrap and Ribbons<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW93338824 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DON\u2019T<\/strong> wrap your Valentine\u2019s gift with any string or ribbon. Pets, especially cats, may swallow the long material<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">, which<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> can get stuck in the throat or digestive tract<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">. This will require emergency<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> surgery to remove.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"%2.\" data-font=\"Lato\" data-listid=\"3\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\"><strong>DO<\/strong> promptly throw away any gift wrap<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0or bows<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0to avoid any potential\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">dangers.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-5783 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/8.png\" alt=\"cat, hearts, Valentine cat, Valentine's Day, Valentine's Day pet dangers, Valentine's Day pet safety, pet owners, pet parents, furry Valentine, valentine's day do's and don'ts for pet parents, pet health, pet safety, pet emergency, Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, emergency vet, Twin Cities emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet, AERCMN, veterinary tips\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/8.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/02\/8-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">We hope this guide helps keep your pets and your Valentine\u2019s pets safe! If either of your pets\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">experience<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\"> an emergency this Valentine\u2019s Day and your family veterinarian is unavailable, remember that both our St. Paul and Oakdale ER facilities are open 24\/7. Please call ahead so our team knows to expect you!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\"><em>More Reading:<\/em><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/14 Gifts for a Paw-some Valentine\u2019s Day with Your Furry Valentine\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">14 Gifts for a Paw-some Valentine&#8217;s Day with Your Furry Valentine<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/valentines-day-dangers-for-pets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valentine&#8217;s Day Dangers for Pets<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/valentines-day-dos-and-donts-for-pet-parents\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valentine&#8217;s Day Do&#8217;s and Don&#8217;ts for Pet Parents<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/valentines-day-gifts-for-your-furry-valentine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Valentine&#8217;s Day Gifts for Your Furry Valentine<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun BCX0 SCXW97778061\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal (Web)\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:375,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5223 size-full alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/BLOG-Author-Block-17.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/BLOG-Author-Block-17.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/09\/BLOG-Author-Block-17-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-7548 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png\" alt=\"Animal Emergency &amp; Referral Center of Minnesota, Fast Track Triage, color-coded triage system, pet emergency, Twin Cities emergency vet, Minnesota emergency vet, Saint Paul emergency vet, Oakdale emergency vet\" width=\"940\" height=\"788\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7.png 940w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/Fast-Track-Triage-for-Clients-Facebook-Post-7-768x644.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 940px) 100vw, 940px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><script async defer src=\"\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/js\/pinit.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heart-shaped boxes of chocolates, a beautiful bouquet of lilies, and candlelit dinners may sound like a romantic Valentine\u2019s Day evening at home\u2026but maybe not if you\u2019re a pet parent. 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