Holiday hazards lurk around the corner for dogs, but with the right precautions, it can be a fun and festive time for all! Your pup is a part of the family and it’s fun to involve them in holiday celebrations. Some holiday foods can be toxic to dogs. Plants traditionally used at Christmas, like poinsettia, holly, and mistletoe, are toxic. Electrical cords and decorations also pose safety risks for dogs.

Discover ways to keep your dog safe from holiday decorations this year. Many live trees are non-toxic but their needles can pose health risks to your dog. Ornaments, lights, and especially tinsel are dangerous to dogs if ingested or stepped on. Limiting access to your tree and decorations is the easiest way to keep your dog safe.

Halloween can be dangerous for your dog. Candy, loud noises, and toys can all be harmful and, in some cases, fatal for a dog. Putting an ID tag on your pup or microchipping him will help you find him if he gets loose.

Dogs can eat some Halloween candies but others can be toxic. Dogs shouldn’t eat any treat in excess, and chocolate and artificial sweeteners like xylitol must be avoided completely. Prevention is key!