We woof you a hairy Christmas! The holiday season is one of the busiest times of the year! In-between shopping, cooking, making a list, and checking it thrice! It’s easy to lose your head. Today, we are giving you the ultimate holiday pet care checklist. You will learn excellent pet safety tips, DIY tutorials for delicious pet treats, and how to make the most of your holidays for you and your best furry friend.
In this blog, find out how to:
- How to pet-proof the home for Christmas.
- Pet-friendly decorations for the holidays.
- Pet safety tips.
- Tasty DIY pet treats to try.
- Pet destress tips during holiday events.
- The best pet toys for furry friends.
How to Pet Proof the Home for Christmas
From decorations to the Christmas tree, there are many ways to pet-proof your holiday home to avoid any pet injuries or emergency clinic trips.
The Best Christmas Tree for Pets
When choosing the right Christmas tree for pet safety, the best ones are out of your pet’s reach. In a best-case scenario, real trees work best for non-toxicity if ingested in small amounts. If you opt for a real tree, pine and fig trees may cause gastrointestinal irritation or mild toxicity to your cats and dogs.
Even the synthetic material in plastic trees may cause issues for your pets. Setting up your Christmas tree in a secure zone away from the pet’s reach is the best way to avoid them accidentally swallowing a tree needle. Clean up fallen tree needles daily to minimize the risk of eating.
The Best Way to Keep Cats and Dogs Away From Your Christmas Tree
Pets love shiny Christmas decorations.
Some decorations may harm them if they accidentally ingest small or glass pieces. One DIY Christmas hack is using aluminum foil to ward off your pets. Most cats and dogs dislike the sound and texture of aluminum foil. Wrap some foil around the trunk of your tree for pet protection.
Cats love jumping but hate the smell of citrus and other sweet acidic scents. For extra protection, spray your tree with a mix of water and essential oils. Scents like orange, lemon, and lemongrass are the perfect natural deterrent for your cats.
Avoid Hanging Decorations to Keep Pets Safe
The first rule in Christmas decorating is to keep everything high in the sky! Avoid any dangling or easy-to-reach decorations that your pets may gravitate towards. Place ornaments strategically, like more at the top and a few at the bottom. Add a gated barrier for an extra layer of protection. The most harmful Christmas decorations for pets include:
