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Keep your pets safe so you can all enjoy winter and the
holidays!
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If your dog isnt conditioned for cold weather, doesnt have a
thick coat, is small, very young or very old, he may need a sweater
or coat.
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Outdoor cats and many small wild animals may seek refuge from a
cars warm engine. They may be under the car or even under the hood.
In the cold weather honk before you start your car to avoid a
cat-astrophe.
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Ears and tails are the most likely areas on dogs and cats to
suffer from frostbite. Make sure if you let your pet outdoors in
the frigid weather to watch and not leave them out too long.
Frostbit skin starts out bright red, then becomes pale or grayish.
The area may then become black and fall off.
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Antifreeze ingestion causes acute kidney failure. It is sweet,
making it very appealing to cats and dogs. Make sure that
antifreeze is stored safely out of pets (and kids!) reach, and if
you notice anything leaking out of your car, clean up the area
thoroughly and have your car repaired.
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Avoid using salt-based melting products on your own property;
switch to sand, cat litter, or an animal-safe de-icer. Checking
your dogs paws regularly and having the hair trimmed between their
toes (with blunt-ended scissors) will prevent frostbite. Remove ice
balls from between toes and look for cuts from encrusted snow or
ice. Thoroughly rinse and dry your pets paws and belly when they
get home from a walk, just in case theyve picked up road salt,
antifreeze, or other chemicals that they could lick off.
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Of all of the dangers winter brings, dogs falling through thin
ice is one of the most perilous. Dogs are poor judges of ice
thickness, and falling through thin ice can cause hypothermia, near
drowning (or drowning) and potentially human drowning as well.
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If your dog lives outside he will need shelter from the snow,
wind and freezing temperatures. A sturdy dog house filled with
bedding, extra food and ensuring that water is available to drink
are all necessities.
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Old dogs and dogs that are small and dont have a thick coat
need some extra pampering. Make sure to dry them off if they get
wet outside when it is cold to prevent hypothermia, and bundle them
up to increase their body temperature if they are cold.
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Curious kittens and puppies can get into some real problems if
they are able to get to tinsel and ornaments. Cats love shiny,
stringy things, and if they eat tinsel or ribbon they can wind up
needing surgery to remove it. Breakable ornaments are a hazard to
both cats and dogs, and should be placed out of their reach.
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Christmas trees can fall over, the water in the tree stand may
contain unhealthy fertilizer and can be a breeding ground for
bacteria. Methylene chloride, found in strings of bubble lights,
can cause irritation to eyes, skin, lungs and the gastrointestinal
tract.
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Potpourri oils, such as pine and peppermint are extremely toxic
to cats, and even a few licks can result in severe chemical burns
in the mouth, fever, difficulty breathing, and tremors. Dogs aren't
as sensitive, but can still be affected.
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Candles in pets reach can cause burnt whiskers and noses, and
can be easily knocked over and start a fire in your home.
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Overindulgence and food-stealing can result in gastroenteritis
and/or pancreatitis. The symptoms of both are similar vomiting,
diarrhea, anorexia and lethargy. Your pet could easily end up
hospitalized over the holidays with either of these ailments.
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Chocolate contains substances known as methylxanthines
(specifically caffeine and theobromine), which dogs are far more
sensitive to than people. Different types of chocolate contain
varying amounts of methylxanthines. In general, though, the darker
and more bitter the chocolate the greater the danger.
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Make sure your fireplace doors are closed and secure!
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Poinsettias have a bad reputation, although they are not
actually toxic to dogs or cats. Mistletoe, ivy and holly berries
are poisonous to dogs and cats, and Lillies are especially
toxic.
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Holiday celebrations, although fun for people, can be difficult
for dogs and cats. The stress of a full house, and/or well- meaning
guests feeding things our furry friends shouldnt have, can be
problematic. Make sure your pets have somewhere safe to retreat
from the melee.