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As families and friends come together to celebrate Rosh Hashanah, <\/span>it’s<\/span> crucial for pet parents to be aware of the potential dangers the holiday can pose to their pets. From toxic festive foods to other decorating hazards, there are several risks to consider if <\/span>you’re<\/span> hosting. To help ensure a safe<\/span>, sweet, and stress-free <\/span>celebration for everyone, <\/span>here’s<\/span> a guide on keeping your pets safe this Rosh Hashanah.<\/span><\/p>\n If you are hosting, remind all guests not to share food with your pets without permission and to keep all bags and purses out of your pet\u2019s reach \u2013 especially if anyone tends to carry toxins like <\/span><\/span>xylitol<\/span><\/span><\/a> gum or <\/span><\/span>chocolates<\/span><\/span><\/a>!\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Many<\/span><\/span> traditional Rosh Hashanah foods are also danger<\/span>ous to pets<\/span><\/span>, <\/span>including:<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n Many <\/span>table<\/span> decorations may be hazardous to your pets, including:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Large gatherings in your home may be overwhelming for your pet, and the sudden, loud sound of a shofar may be startling for your pet. During your celebration, it may be best <\/span>to keep your pet in a calm space \u2013 such as a closed off room with white noise, toys, or special treat to reduce stress o<\/span>r <\/span><\/span>anxiety<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We hope these tips help keep your pets safe this Rosh Hashanah so you can enjoy this time of celebration, reflection, and togetherness. <\/span>If your pet does <\/span>require<\/span> veterinary care and your family veterinarian is unavailable, our Oakdale and St. Paul ERs are open 24\/7, while our Oakdale Urgent Care is open 2PM \u2013 10PM every day of the week. <\/span><\/span>Please call us at (651) 501-3766 before <\/span>your arrival so our staff can direct you to the best facility for your pet\u2019s medical needs.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n![\"A](\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2.png\")
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