Leaving your pets outside on Halloween is not a god idea. There are plenty of tales of malicious people who tease, injure, steal, torture, even kill peoples pets on Halloween. Keep your cats or dogs inside for the night if you don't already do it.
As much as your dog or cat may beg for some of your Halloween treats, always remember
that chocolate is deadly to them in any amount.
sweet wrappers, such as tin foil,
can get stuck in your pets digestive tract and make them ill or cause death. There
are plenty of recipes for making home made dog and cat treats, you can always make
them on a Halloween note.
Dogs can have lethal tails, wagging all over the place.
Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over
by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but
they could severely burn themselves in the process.
If you are going to dress your
pet in a costume, keep in mind that unless the dog or cat is extremely receptive
to this kind of thing, you could be causing it discomfort and stress. Some animals
don't mind at all but others do not want to be bothered with this kind of thing.
They'll be under enough stress with the fun going on outside and people at the door
constantly so don't cause them any more nervousness then you have to. You may love
to dress in costume but then, you aren't a dog or a cat!
Masks on your cat or dog
may sound cute but it's best to forget adding that to a pet costume. Animals depend
on their vision to let them know what's going on and even the nicest dog can get
snippy if he can't see what's around him. If you do decide to fit your pet with a
mask, make sure that the eye holes are big enough for them to see peripherally.
If
you are having an indoor party, make sure that you put your dog or cat in a room
where they won't be disturbed. Unless your pet is ultra friendly and doesn't mind
loud noises, music and lots of people you should keep them separate for the night.
Also, be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out through the open door as you hand
out treats. Best bet is to just put them in a room with some food and water for the
night and check on them once in a while to let them know everything is fine.
Halloween Safety Tips For Pets