Thursday, November 13, 2014

Dogs & 3 Pointers, By Assisi Animal Health, To Know For Halloween

By Jennifer Marie Anderson


For many people, Halloween is their favorite holiday in the world. They enjoy all of the festivities which come with it, which is a point that very few will be able to overlook. With this in mind, though, it's important to recognize that being a dog owner requires a higher level of care, especially during Halloween. Assisi Animal Health will be able to agree, which is why it's important to focus on these 3 tips for future Halloweens to come.

As far as Halloween is concerned - and this can be said for life, in general - dogs should not consume candy. Some examples will be made clearer than others, one of such examples being the ingestion of dark chocolate. This is one product that dog owners know will not be good for them, seeing as how their bodies do not react well to the candy in question. As you can imagine, all types of candy should be abstained from, as Assisi Animal Health will support.

Seeing as how many pet owners will dress their dogs up for Halloween, they must be able to choose costumes carefully. Dogs will let their owners know if certain costumes are not comfortable, whether it's through biting, scratching, or what have you. Regardless, you have to understand the dog costumes are designed to work with the bodies of dogs, not add discomfort. Always make sure you have other options, as far as costumes are concerned, if you'd like to dress up your pet for Halloween.

Depending on how your dog acts in social situations, he or she may not be up for trick-or-treating as well as others. Yes, there are many dogs who are able to hold their own well and stay good, for the most part. Others, though, are easily spooked or startled by lights, noises, and the like, meaning that walking from house to house may be something of a challenge. You can always keep your dog in the house but make certain that your pet is always supervised.

Halloween is nothing short of a bustling holiday and I am sure that you will get involved in the festivities, in some way or another. However, you must keep in mind that dogs will react differently to this holiday, which means that a greater level of care is needed. Even if your holiday is spent sitting at home while indulging in scary movies, keep your dog around just in case. This is a level of security that will keep them safe and, just as importantly, enjoy Halloween as much as you will.




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