With Valentine's Day fast approaching, we wanted to remind everyone of some very important safety tips for your pets over the holiday. While many traditions make our Valentine's Day more enjoyable, they can cause potentially serious problems for our furry friends:
Chocolate: While you may indulge over this sweetest of holidays, many types of chocolate, including baker's, semi-sweet, milk and dark chocolate can cause potentially life-threatening problems for our pets. Remember to keep chocolate out of reach.
Dangerous flowers and plants: All species of lilly are potentially fatal to cats, so when sending flowers to a cat owner, make sure to eliminate them from the bouquet. If you receive flowers, make sure you remove any dangerous plants first.
Candlelight: Be sure not to leave any candles or fires burning unattended; both cats and dogs can be curious and easily burn themselves by knocking over a candle.
Gift Wrap: After opening any gifts you may receive , be sure to gather up any paper, ribbons, bows etc. that can be potential choking hazards to animals.
.....and while it may seem like a good idea, buying a new pet for someone else for Valentine's Day should be carefully considered. Pet ownership is an enormous commitment and choosing one for someone else may not always turn out the way you want it to. For more information on Valentine's Day safety tips, visit the ASPCA website. Have a safe and Happy Valentine's Day!
