10/20/2026
🎃 Spooky, Sweet, and Ready to Trick-or-Treat! 👻🐾
Iris and Howard are getting into the Halloween spirit, and Dr. Covington is here to remind us that while Halloween should be full of fun and a few harmless scares, pet emergencies shouldn't be one of them! 🧡
Before the trick-or-treaters arrive, keep these pet safety tips in mind:
🍫 Keep the candy for the humans! Chocolate and sugar-free candies containing xylitol can be dangerous for pets. Keep candy bowls and treat bags out of reach.
🚪 Watch those open doors! With trick-or-treaters coming and going, even the most well-behaved pets can slip outside. Make sure your pet's microchip information and ID tags are up to date.
👻 Not every pet enjoys spooky surprises! Costumes, doorbells, decorations, and unfamiliar visitors can be overwhelming. Give your pet a quiet, comfortable space away from the excitement.
🧙 Costumes should be comfortable, not stressful! If your pet enjoys dressing up, choose a costume that allows them to move, breathe, and see freely. Never leave a costumed pet unattended.
🕯️ Keep decorations out of paws' reach! Glow sticks, electrical cords, and candles can pose hazards to curious pets.
🧡 Think your pet got into something dangerous? Call our Skaer veterinary team right away. Don't wait for symptoms to appear.
From all of us at Skaer, here's to a Halloween filled with happy howls, safe paws, and just the right amount of spooky fun! 🎃