HONOLULU (KHON2) — It’s the time of year when family and friends gather for meals, parties and cozy nights at home. During the festivities, our furry friends are exposed to hidden dangers at home.
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The Hawaiian Humane Society has some tips and tricks for keeping your furry family safe.
“Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for families to gather, but the holiday brings unique risks for our pets,” Anna Neubauer, Hawaiian Humane Society president and CEO, said. “A little preparation can prevent a veterinary emergency and ensure everyone in the family, including our four-legged members, has a safe and happy holiday.”
Holiday dinners bring together our favorite ingredients for people to enjoy but can be toxic for pets if consumed.
Holiday dinner staples such as chocolate, xylitol, which is frequently found in sugar-free items, grapes, raisins, onions, garlic and alcoholic beverages are all things to make sure your pet doesn’t get their paws on.
Foods that are rich in flavor might be tempting to share, but can cause serious indigestion or pancreatitis in pets that don’t regularly consume fatty meals.
We all love to give a dog a bone, but those turkey bones you plan to toss as a treat can splinter and scrape, making for serious internal injuries.
When putting together your guest list, make sure to let them know not to feed your good boy or girl, no matter how much they may beg.
As you prep and prepare, make sure your rubbish is properly disposed and sealed. Animals are tempted to consume whatever they see you cooking and can confuse scraps for snacks, which can make for serious intestinal blockages.
Every holiday party isn’t complete without a couple of party animals in attendance, but not all household animals are looking to be the life of the PAW-ty.
Create a separate, safe and quiet space for your animal away from the party to help reduce their anxiety. Another FUR-tastic tip is to make sure they get plenty of exercise before guests arrive because a tired pet is also a calm pet.
Remember, as guests come and go, to check your doors and windows, since this time of year is particularly high for animal escapes. Double-check that your contact information is up to date if your pet is microchipped. You can do so directly with the chip manufacturer or on this free database.
All lost and found animals can be reported to the Hawaiian Humane Society online or by calling the Dispatch line at 808-356-2250.
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