"Halloween can be a raucous event for children and adults, but from the perspective of pets, an evening full of costumed youngsters knocking at the door can be an unsettling experience. The unattended bowls of candy, the constant opening of doors and boisterous strangers make Halloween a spooky occasion that requires special precautions to keep your dogs safe and sane. Dr. Nancy Kay offers some timely tips, such as:
If you welcome trick-or-treaters to your home, your front door will be opening and closing repeatedly. This translates into many opportunities for your dog or cat to escape into the dark of night when their familiar territory has become particularly spooky.
Getting lost or running out in front of a moving vehicle are potentially disastrous holiday outcomes. My advice- don’t include your pets as part of your Halloween welcoming committee. Far safer to confine them behind closed doors."
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