Holiday Tips For Your Pet

Holiday Food No-Nos Don't treat your pets with holiday food because it leads to indigestion, upset stomach, vomiting or diarrhea.    Do not feed them chocolate, especially dark chocolate.  Chocolate contains theobromine which is toxic to pets.  Dark chocolate can be fatal.   Don't feed them nuts or candy because it can cause choking.       Holiday Visitors Create a special place for your pets away from the noisy festivities. Allow around 2 weeks for the pet to get used to the "special place" before your guests arrive. Place a "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door of their "special place."  Dangerous Holiday Items Holiday plants can be poisonous or dangerous for your pets: Holly Poinsettia Chrysanthemum Amaryllus Periwinkle   Mistletoe Keep plants out of your pet's reach.   Know the proper first aid procedure if your pet eats one of the above plants.  Holiday Decorations Keep decorations out of your pet's reach and make sure they are "pet proof" just in case. Christmas trees can be frightening or intriguing.  Make sure your ornaments are hung out of your pet's reach.  Make sure your pet can't tip the tree over. Do not leave pets unattended in a room with a fireplace or lit candles.  Keep a screen around the fireplace an make sure stockings and other things can't be drug into the fire by pets.    Fun Pet Gift Ideas Dental Hygiene Bones Conditioning Chew Toys New Blanket or Pet Bed Interactive Toys Scratching Post Grooming Set Pet Relaxation Music Sweaters, Jackets or Booties Leashes, Collars or Harnesses Visits with Pampered Pet Sitting to care for your pets while you are traveling!   **Information Provided by Pet Sitters International**