'Tis The Season!
Holiday Pet Tips From Bideawee's Chief Of Veterinary Services, Dr. Robin Brennen
Dogs and cats may not enjoy the holiday company as much as you do; the hustle and bustle of the festivities may cause stress. If your pet is overly shy or easily excited, it may be best to find a quiet room for them. Give them something to keep busy, like a favorite toy for your dog or a catnip pillow for your kitty. Be sure to include them in your celebration when things simmer down.
Cats love to play with ribbon, string, and tinsel. Long pieces, if swallowed, can get trapped in the intestines and create an obstruction. Find a creative alternative to decorating your tree that is safer for Fluffy.
Many of our holidays culinary delights contain ingredients that can be harmful to your pet. Chocolate, grapes, and raisins are actually toxic. Leavened products and foods high in fat can cause bloat and pancreatitis both of which can be life threatening.
Some of our holiday plants can be toxic to our pets. Mistletoe, Holly and Poinsettia can be irritating to the GI tract and in some cases quite toxic.
Visitors may not be aware of your pet's dietary needs or restrictions. Inform your guests what is appropriate. Food left on low lying tables and children's hands can often be the victim of food snatching by your conniving canine.
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Sew Velcro strips into the sock opening so it can be closed up and easily reopened. Next, fill the sock with batting, scrap fabric, or dried catnip, and seal shut. In no time, your kitty will have a new favorite plaything!
