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Create Safe Spaces For a Happy Holiday
If the arrival of company, presents, and more overwhelms you, imagine what it does to your furry friend? Whether you're staying home, or traveling away in the next couple weeks, try to maintain consistency for your pet's sake. Brush up on holiday dangers and come up with a plan ahead of time.
How to Deck the Halls and Trim the Tree Safely
It's nearly Christmas and I've gathered some of my best tips and tricks to making your festive house also friendly to Fluffy and Fido. Even if you've already put up your tree, refresh your memory on dangers the decorations bring into your home.
Picking Out Your Tree
Food On Your Tree
Ornaments On a Tree
Tips for Christmas Lights
Tips for Potted Plants
Tips for Hanging Plants
Super-Cute Video: This Dog's Rocking Around the Christmas Tree
Uh oh, it looks like someone did some decorating without the dog's input! This lil Fox Terrier is determined to make sure that every ornament's in the right spot but what a smart pup to stay a safe distance away while doing so! I love her tippy toes dance around the tree and I'm sure you'll get a kick out of it, too so check it out below.Will Your Pet Get an Extra Treat For the Holidays?
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Will Your Pet Get an Extra Treat For the Holidays?
All signs point to yes.
Most likely.
New Product Alert: Orbee Tuff Mint
I already love Planet Dog's cute, yet sturdy toys for my crazy chomper, North – they're definitely worth the investment because they hold up so well in jaws of steel.
I especially enjoy the minty scent (doggie breath beware) so how cute is their latest creation?! Added to their traditional holiday lineup (of Christmas bulbs and snowballs), is a mint-flavored peppermint candy ($11)!
Christmas Presents – Yum!
Even though North had to celebrate Christmas a little early this year, he approached the holiday with nothing less than his usual rigor, energy, and excitement. Check him out as he tears into a wrapped gift . .
Merry Christmas from PetSugar!
Whether your day is filled with sun or snow, I wish you a most wonderful holiday! I hope that everyone is spending time with family, friends, and fun gifts. Don't forget to keep a close eye on your pets today .
Ten Tips 'Til the Holiday: City Sidewalks
In many states, it is legal to put down lime-rock salt or calcium-chloride salt to melt the snow on city streets. However, this seemingly innocuous substance is very poisonous to dogs – when pups return inside, and lick their paws, it can cause them to throw up (or worse). Also, its rough texture can cut their little feet and put salt in their wounds, literally .
Ten Tips 'Til The Holiday: Freezing Temps
Never force a pet to spend time outside in the winter. Just because a pet has a fur coat, does not mean that their bodies or hair can handle the cold. Many pets love the winter and have thick appropriate coats, but little, short-haired dogs or cats can get frostbitten quickly.
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