Other than dressing your fur baby up for Halloween, there may be nothing cuter than pictures of your pup dressed up like a reindeer, sitting under the tree nestled in the stack of presents. Hidden in all the twinkle and magic are more opportunities for dogs to get into trouble. There is no reason not to enjoy the holidays with your furry best friend and we are here to tell you how!
THE GOOD + THE BAD + THE BEWARE:
THE TREE + FRIENDS
In general, Christmas trees are safe for dogs. Beware of pine needles as they are sharp and can scratch their cute little eyes.
• POINSETTIA are basically harmless. If ingested there should be little to no discomfort. A small rash may occur if rubbed on raw skin but in general you do not need to fear the poinsettia.
• MISTLETOE is a different story. It can be poisonous to dogs causing gastrointestinal discomfort, trouble breathing and low heart rate. If you notice any of these symptoms call your vet immediately.
• HOLLY, AMARYLLIS + DAFFODILS can also be poisonous to pets. If ingested vomiting, diarrhea, tremors or loss of appetite can occur. If you notice any of these symptoms call your vet immediately.
• LILIES on the other can are toxic to CATS (don’t think we forgot about them). If ingested it can lead to kidney failure. Symptoms include vomiting and loss of appetite. If you notice any of these symptoms call your vet immediately.
