The most joyous time of the year is finally here. Yes, it’s time for Christmas. We’re sure that you’re all set to delve into the festive vibes and have your preparations in place. However, if you have a four-legged furry baby, you need to be extra careful while celebrating, as they tend to panic in new environments. If you’re new to pet parenthood and wondering how to keep your pal safe this Christmas, don’t worry, as we’re here to help. In this blog, we will take you through easy ways to keep your pet safe amidst your Christmas celebrations. Let’s get started.
Effective Ways to Keep Your Pet Safe this Christmas
The following are some of the effective ways to keep your pet safe during Christmas.
- Keep Decorations Out of Your Dog’s Reach
It is important that you place your Christmas decorations and gifts out of your pet’s reach. Dogs and cats tend to be curious and try to play with ribbons wrapped around the presents. If they accidentally ingest ribbons, paper, small decorative items or toys, they can suffer from intestinal tract obstructions or infections.
- Don’t Leave Candles Unattended
It is dangerous for your pets if you leave lit candles unattended, as they can knock them over and get burned or cause a fire at home. If you want to include candles in your decorations, make use of an appropriate candle holder to secure them on a stable surface. If you’re leaving your home with your pet alone at home, make sure to turn off the candles.
- Avoid Using Fresh Flowers
Fresh flowers may not be the best option for you if you’re a pet parent, as almost all flowers are poisonous to dogs. Alternatively, you can opt for artificial flowers made of pet-friendly materials.
- Secure Electric Cords and Flashing Tree Lights
It is crucial that you secure your electric cords and flashing tree lights to prevent your pet from chewing them. Using pet deterrent sprays on cords and plastic parts of lights works well to keep them protected from your pets.
- Anchor Your Christmas Tree Safely
Securing your Christmas tree is very important to prevent your pet from investigating it and accidentally falling over it. Make sure to anchor the tree in a corner where your pet generally doesn’t visit.
- Hang the Christmas Tree Decorations on the Higher Branches
Hanging the Christmas decorations on the tree’s higher branches might be a wise thing to do, as it will prevent your pets from getting hold of them. Also, making use of non-breakable and non-toxic items to decorate the tree is sure to minimize the risk.
- Keep the Sweets and Chocolates Away
Chocolates and sweets are harmful for pets and their overconsumption can even be fatal for them. Therefore, to ensure the safety of your pal, store the snacks in a sealed container that your pet won’t be able to open.
- Provide Your Pet Some Room for Its Own
Unknown faces inside your home during your Christmas party may get scary and overwhelm your pet. It may also tend to hide in a safe place to protect itself in an unknown environment. Therefore, it will be a good idea to secure your pet in a room where it can relax. Do not forget to provide drinking water, some treats, its favorite toys and its bed.
Concluding Note
We hope that our above-mentioned tips will help you have a safe holiday season with your beloved pet. You may also share them with your fellow pet parents if you found them useful. Always remember that it doesn’t take a lot of effort to ensure your pet’s happiness and safety. It is very important to remain proactive, as the last thing you’d want is to spend the holidays at the veterinary clinic.