{"id":364723,"date":"2019-11-22T08:00:15","date_gmt":"2019-11-22T13:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthyhempoil.com\/?p=364723"},"modified":"2026-01-22T10:16:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T15:16:21","slug":"keep-pets-safe-and-calm-during-holidays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthyhempoil.com\/keep-pets-safe-and-calm-during-holidays\/","title":{"rendered":"Keep Your Pets Safe, Calm, and Stress-Free During the Holidays"},"content":{"rendered":"

Ease holiday stress on pets by looking out for these seasonal dangers.<\/span><\/h2>\n

Set the table. Wrap the presents. Make the centerpiece. Decorate the tree. Cook the meal\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s all so busy and exciting\u2014for us and our pets. But with so much going on, a lot of owners don\u2019t realize just how dangerous the holiday season can be for their furry loved ones. Vet visits typically spike around this time of year, and pet safety can often go overlooked in the rush to get organized.<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t let an unexpected vet bill ruin your Thanksgiving or Christmas. Keep your pets safe during the holidays by looking out for these common hazards and risks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hazardous Holiday Foods: Beware the Puppy Dog Eyes<\/h2>\n

Holidays and a mountain of food\u2014name a more iconic duo.<\/span><\/p>\n

But if you love to indulge at this time of year, you should know that all that extra food lying around could be hazardous to your pet\u2019s health.<\/span><\/p>\n

And there are two food types in particular that can be a real cause for concern should your pet get their paws on them: fatty foods and chocolate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fatty foods<\/b><\/h3>\n

You don\u2019t have to look far for foods that are high in fat on a typical Holiday menu. Gravy, buttery mashed potatoes, turkey skin, etc. might seem like a harmless addition to your pet\u2019s bowl, but overindulgence of \u201cpeople\u201d food can, in fact, cause pancreatitis\u2014which is very serious and painful.<\/span><\/p>\n

If you want to ease holiday stress on pets and keep your pets safe during the holidays, don\u2019t succumb to the temptation to share. No feeding Fluffy from the table!<\/span><\/p>\n

Chocolate<\/b><\/h3>\n

Chocolate is everywhere at this time of year. And whether you\u2019re giving or receiving it, the one thing you shouldn\u2019t do is leave it where your pets can get into it. That means no wrapping and placing edible gifts under the Christmas tree, or laying out sweets on a low coffee table.<\/span><\/p>\n

Consuming chocolate can have serious consequences for your pets. If you\u2019re worried that your dog or cat has eaten chocolate, look out for these telltale signs: increased thirst, vomiting, diarrhea, poor balance, muscle spasms, seizures, and loss of consciousness.<\/span><\/p>\n

Contact your vet immediately if your pet eats chocolate.<\/span><\/p>\n

A few other holiday staples to keep well out of reach\u2014paws off!<\/b><\/h3>\n