10/28/2026
🎃🐾 **Keep Halloween Fun, Not Frightening!**
Halloween is full of costumes, candy, decorations, and excitement, but it can also bring some unexpected dangers for our pets!
Here are a few tips to help keep your furry friends safe this spooky season. 👻
**🍬 1. Keep Halloween Candy Out of Reach**
- Chocolate can be toxic to dogs and cats.
- Sugar-free candy may contain xylitol, which is extremely dangerous to dogs.
- Raisins and certain nuts can also be harmful.
- Candy wrappers can become choking hazards or cause intestinal blockages.
- Stick to treats specifically made for pets!
**👻 2. Choose Costumes Carefully**
- Make sure costumes fit comfortably and allow normal movement.
- Avoid costumes that restrict breathing, vision, or hearing.
- Watch for loose pieces that could be chewed off or swallowed.
- Never leave pets unattended while wearing costumes.
- If your pet seems uncomfortable or stressed, skip the costume!
**🎃 3. Watch Out for Decorations**
- Keep candles and lit jack-o'-lanterns out of reach.
- Secure electrical cords to prevent chewing.
- Avoid decorations with small or stringy pieces that could be swallowed.
- Keep glow sticks and batteries away from curious pets.
- Remove moldy or rotting pumpkins.
**🏡 4. Prevent Halloween Escapes**
- Keep pets indoors during trick-or-treating hours.
- Consider keeping pets in a separate room away from the front door.
- Make sure collars and ID tags have updated contact information.
- Double-check that microchip information is current.
**🐶 5. Help Anxious Pets Feel Safe**
- Create a quiet, comfortable space away from visitors.
- Play soft music or turn on the TV to help mask outside noises.
- Provide familiar toys or activities to keep pets occupied.
- Watch for signs of stress, including pacing, hiding, panting, or excessive barking.
**❤️ 6. Know When Your Pet Needs a Break**
- Not every pet enjoys costumes, visitors, or Halloween excitement.
- Watch for changes in behavior, appetite, or activity.
- Never force your pet to participate in festivities.
- Sometimes the best Halloween celebration is a quiet night at home!
🐾 **From all of us at Broadway Oaks Animal Hospital, have a safe and Happy Halloween!**
