Monday, November 10, 2014

Halloween & 3 Tips For Healthy Dogs By Assisi Animal Health

By Jennifer Marie Anderson


Halloween, to many, is one of the most enjoyable times of the year. Between the slew of horror movies on television and the potential indulgence when it comes to candy, it's clear that there are many factors to take into consideration. If you are a dog owner, chances are that you will have to figure out more as you go along. Fortunately, this can be easily done through a list of 3 tips, each and every one of these supported by Assisi Animal Health.

As far as Halloween is concerned - and this can be said for life, in general - dogs should not consume candy. Some examples will be made clearer than others, one of such examples being the ingestion of dark chocolate. This is one product that dog owners know will not be good for them, seeing as how their bodies do not react well to the candy in question. As you can imagine, all types of candy should be abstained from, as Assisi Animal Health will support.

If you are going to dress up your dog for Halloween, make sure that his or her costume is comfortable. You may be able to automatically pinpoint any signs of discomfort that your dog will show, whether it's attempting to rip the costume off with their teeth or what have you. To put it simply, costume choices should not obstruct vital actions, movement and breathing included. Make sure that you look into various options in order to find the best ones.

Your dog may not act the same as others, during social situations, which is totally understandable. Nonetheless, you have to keep in mind that trick-or-treating may not bode well for certain dogs as it will for others. One of the reasons for this is because the copious amount of activity - the various costumes, the bright lights, and others - can lead to your pet feeling overwhelmed. This is why many pet owners keep their dogs at home, provided there is supervision in place.

To say that Halloween is a fun time would be an understatement, though this holiday will be taken differently for some compared to others. This is especially true for dogs, which is where the care given by pet owners must come into effect. Whether you find that your dog is capable or incapable of holding their own in these busy situations, your judgment is going to be crucial. Focus on the aforementioned points so that, in time, you'll become a better pet owner, during Halloween and otherwise.




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