{"id":9864,"date":"2024-10-23T18:24:11","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T18:24:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9864"},"modified":"2024-10-23T18:24:11","modified_gmt":"2024-10-23T18:24:11","slug":"halloween-safety-tips-for-cats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/halloween-safety-tips-for-cats\/","title":{"rendered":"Halloween Safety Tips for Cats"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9867 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094254.585.png\" alt=\"A black cat in front of pumpkins.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094254.585.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094254.585-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\">In October of 2024, Joey <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW213159373 BCX8\">Lusvardi<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\">, owner of <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW213159373 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/classactcats.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW213159373 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Class Act Cats<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW213159373 BCX8\"> and member of the International Association of Animal Behavior Consultants, joined us on Facebook Live to discuss how cat parents can help keep their cats safe this upcoming holiday season. You can watch the Facebook Live video for more detailed information, or you can review a summary of the information below.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW213159373 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F895782788794450%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW146097245 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146097245 BCX8\">The holidays <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146097245 BCX8\">pose<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146097245 BCX8\">many<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW146097245 BCX8\"> potential hazards for our feline friends. Here are a few tips to make Halloween a little less stressful and treacherous for our cats!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW146097245 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9870 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-3.png\" alt=\"A table with Halloween decorations including Jack-O-Lanterns, candles, and fabric pumpkins.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/3-3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: left;\" align=\"center\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW130446842 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW130446842 BCX8\">Decorations<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW130446842 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Some cats are naturally inclined to chew, and holiday decorations can be tempting. Cats may easily eat rubber spiders, chew on tinsel, ribbon, or fake spider webs,\u00a0knock over glass decorations, or brush against lit candles. Hazardous scenarios like these are why we recommend that cat parents avoid placing decorations where their cat can climb or jump (such as near their cat tree, shelves, or furniture). It&#8217;s also best not to decorate your cat\u2019s play areas and to use caution when considering if your cat can reach something \u2013 cats are surprisingly athletic creatures!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If you do display fragile items, consider using museum putty or other temporary adhesives to prevent the items from being knocked over. You can also place cat toys in and around your decor to divert your cat\u2019s attention with approved playthings.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9868 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-2.png\" alt=\"A cat playing with a cat toy.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/4-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW241220757 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241220757 BCX8\">Trick-or-Treating <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241220757 BCX8\">and<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW241220757 BCX8\"> Guests<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW241220757 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When hosting gatherings or dealing with a constant stream of Trick-or-Treaters, it\u2019s important to keep your cats (and other pets) safe. To prevent your cat from escaping the house, here are some safety tips:\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep your cat in a separate room with food puzzles, toys, or catnip to keep them entertained.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/how-to-help-anxious-pets-on-halloween\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">anxious<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> pets or those reactive to doorbells or strangers, use white noise or cat-specific music playlists to drown out unwanted noise.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your cat is social and wants to be part of the action, consider using a 6-foot-tall pet gate or free-standing barriers for added security. Keep in mind that cats may still be able to climb or defeat barriers like these, so you\u2019ll still want to know exactly where your cat is in relation to the front door. For extra fun, you can turn a gate or barrier into a Halloween decoration by adding a spooky backdrop!<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As an added precaution, microchip your cat.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9865 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094733.723.png\" alt=\"A cat wearing an orange and black spiderweb skirt and a witch's hat in front of a background of spooky Halloween silhouettes. \" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094733.723.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094733.723-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW37999850 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW37999850 BCX8\">Cat Costumes<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW37999850 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW164891743 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/halloween-pet-costume-safety-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW164891743 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Costumes<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\"> are more for humans than for cats, and most cats <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\">won&#8217;t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\"> enjoy wearing them. If you do choose to dress up your cat, keep it simple and prepare <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\">them<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\"> ahead of <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\">Halloween<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\"> to minimize discomfort. Use costumes with <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\">few extraneous<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW164891743 BCX8\"> parts and avoid hazardous pieces like small embellishments.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW164891743 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Instead of a costume, consider these cat-friendly alternatives:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Incorporate your cat as a prop in your costume (e.g., Team Rocket with Meowth, Jon Arbuckle with Garfield, or Tom and Jerry).<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Use Photoshop or filters to add a digital costume or Halloween elements to a photo of your cat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">If your cat tolerates collars, try accessories like a festive Halloween bow tie or bandana.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"6\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Set up a Halloween-themed backdrop for your cat to get a photo in front of.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">These options allow your cat to be part of the fun without the stress of wearing a costume!<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9869 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-3.png\" alt=\"A black cat in a cauldron wearing a witch's hat.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW1288643 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW1288643 BCX8\">Black Cat Safety<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW1288643 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">For years, there have been safety warnings about keeping cats, especially black cats, inside on Halloween due to fears of pranksters or animal cruelty. While it\u2019s unclear how true these warnings are due to lack of concrete statistics, it is still a good idea for all pet owners to keep their pets indoors on Halloween night for their safety.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Historically, the belief that black cats were \u201cevil\u201d or linked to witches dates back to medieval Europe, leading to the unfortunate mistreatment of cats. Interestingly, the decreased cat population may have contributed to the spread of the Bubonic and Black Plaques by allowing flea-infested rodents to thrive. The takeaway? It\u2019s always safer to keep our feline friends close!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9866 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094227.821.png\" alt=\"A cat on a chair next to a pumpkin and in front of a sign that reads &quot;Halloween.&quot;\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094227.821.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Untitled-design-2024-10-22T094227.821-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We hope these tips help you and your cat have a purrrfect Halloween celebration. If your cat does experience an emergency over the holiday season, our Oakdale Urgent Care is open 2-10pm every day of the week, and our Oakdale and St. Paul ERs are open 24\/7. 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