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Healthy Halloween: Halloween Hazards

When I was a little kid getting ready for trick-or-treating, the big fear was foreign objects in candy and other handouts. After Halloween, we had to go through our haul, looking for wrappers with holes or rips (or fruit with damaged skins) and throw that candy (or fruit) away — the fear was that someone had put pins or razor blades into the treat. It seems kind of silly now. A razor blade is kind of obvious, right? No fool would bite into a miniature candy bar with a piece of metal hanging out… would they? According to Snopes.com (one … Continue reading →

Halloween Costume Safety For Pets

The big day is finally here! If you’ll be dressing up your furry family members, keep a few Halloween costume safety rules in mind. If you’ll be trick-or-treating, make sure your pet’s costume is visible! If the costume isn’t already reflective, you can buy reflective tape to add to the costume to help drivers see your furry friends. Watch the loose parts on the costume. Your pet may want to chew (and end up swallowing) a dangling part or a shiny button. Loose costume pieces can be a choking hazard or cause intestinal problems if swallowed. Make sure your pet … Continue reading →

Halloween Safety for Pets

Halloween can be a lot of fun for your pets; it can also be a dangerous and stressful time for your four-legged friends. First and foremost: don’t let your pets eat any chocolate! Chocolate is dangerous for both dogs and cats. Even the wrappers can be harmful for your pets, causing blockages and digestive problems. Other things to watch out for: People in costumes. Even familiar friends and beloved family members can be frightening to a pet when in costume. Or, your pet may mistake a costume for a toy and tug a young child right off his or her … Continue reading →