Holiday Pet Tips

Let's start out our holiday tips with a thought to antifreeze. Most of us know that antifreeze is bad for our pets. It tastes sweet- and dogs and cats just love that. The chemicals in antifreeze can cause permanent kidney damage, even in small amounts, shortening your pets life if not ending it almost immediately. Clean up any spilled amount, no matter how small.

Cookies and Candy- Almost every holiday has it's traditional sweet treat. A beautiful plate of Holiday Cookies can be irresistible to your pets, and, it's not just the chocolate that can harm them. Mocha's, flavored candies and the like can also contain caffeine, which can be fatal to our pets. Put the plate out of reach and remind children and guests of the house rules.

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