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The Top Winter Holiday Hazards for Pets in a Pandemic

A dog looks at two holiday cocktails on a table
In past holiday seasons, I have written about a variety of holiday-specific dangers: electric cords, candles, party fare, gift wrap and ribbon. I’ve also written about chocolate poisoning and toxic floral arrangements. Even though holiday activities will be scaled back this year, these pet dangers continue to pose a threat. My focus for today’s blogpost

Holiday Hazards 2012

Poinsettias
The holidays can be fun times for everyone in the family—pets included—but they can also pose dangers to dogs and cats. Here are a few of the holiday-related cases we’ve seen at The Animal Medical Center’s Emergency Service this week. Tarquin, Gracie and Yoggy snacked from the naughty list Tarquin, a 5-year-old Cavalier King Charles

Holiday Safety Tips for Your Pets

A little girl with a puppy
The winter holidays should be a joyous time for people and pets alike. In the midst of your revelries and big family dinners, don’t let your home become a hazardous place for your dog or cat. Here are 10 tips on how to keep your pets safe this holiday season: 1. Fatty Foods Aren’t Good