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As <\/span><\/span>Halloween<\/span><\/span><\/a> approaches, families everywhere are gearing up for spooky fun, including Trick-or-Treating. While the safest bet for pets is keeping them cozy at home, we know some families want to bring their dogs along for the adventure. But beware! <\/span>It’s<\/span> essential to keep your dog\u2019s comfort and safety in mind amid the excitement. If you dare to take your dog out on your Trick-or-Treat<\/span>ing<\/span> journey, stay alert for lurking hazards that could put a<\/span> quick halt to the Halloween fun.<\/span> Here are a few<\/span> tips to ensure your pet <\/span>and family have a safe evening.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Before Halloween night, we recommend prep<\/span>ping<\/span> to ensure a safer evening for your family and dog.<\/span> <\/span>Here are some steps to help keep Trick-or-Treating running smoothly:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Many pets <\/span>aren’t<\/span> fond of wearing <\/span><\/span>costumes<\/span><\/span><\/a>\u2014<\/span>let\u2019s<\/span> face it, <\/span>they\u2019re<\/span> more for our enjoyment than theirs! That said, <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> crucial to ensure your <\/span>pet<\/span>s <\/span>are comfortable and safe in whatever they <\/span>do <\/span>wear. Here are a few tips:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n While out Trick-or-Treating with the kids, <\/span>it\u2019s<\/span> wise to <\/span>designate<\/span> one adult in your group to <\/span>be responsible for<\/span> your <\/span>dog<\/span>. This person will<\/span> keep<\/span> a close eye on any signs that your furry friend may be ready to head back to the car or home. Here are some tips for a safe and fun outing:<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Once <\/span>you\u2019re<\/span> home, remind the kids not to leave their candy bags where pets can reach them. <\/span>It\u2019s<\/span> best to stash all candy in a high cupboard, the top shelf of a closed pantry or closet, or in a secure cabinet.<\/span> Find more tips <\/span><\/span>here<\/span><\/span><\/a>!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If your pet does get into <\/span>the Halloween<\/span> candy,<\/span> this<\/span> could lead to serious health problems, including <\/span><\/span>chocolate<\/span><\/span><\/a> tox<\/span>icity, <\/span><\/span>xylitol<\/span><\/span><\/a> toxicity, <\/span><\/span>raisin<\/span><\/span><\/a> toxicity, an obstruction from all the wrappers, or <\/span><\/span>pancreatitis<\/span><\/span><\/a> from <\/span>the sugary<\/span> sweets. <\/span>Contact your local animal emergency hospital or a pet poison hotline to <\/span>determine<\/span> the best course of action.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Remember, your pets can still be part of the Halloween fun in other <\/span>safe and enjoyable ways<\/span><\/a>! You can bake them homemade <\/span>pumpkin treats<\/span><\/a>, set up a festive backdrop for a Halloween photo shoot, snuggle up together for a spooky movie night, or have your dog do a trick for a treat!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n We hope you and your pets have a safe and fun Halloween! Share your favorite ways to celebrate Halloween with your pet in the comments!\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n If your pet does experience an emergency on Halloween night and your family veterinarian is unavailable, our Oakdale Urgent Care is open from 2-10 PM daily, and both our Oakdale and St. Paul ERs are open 24\/7, year-round.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n More Reading:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n![\"A](\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/2-4.png\")
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