Halloween Pet Safety

• Keep all pets indoors during both Halloween day and night.
• Do not take pets along while trick-or-treating. They can easily become frightened or lost.
• Beware of pets near a lit pumpkin. Their curiosity may run the risk of them getting burned.
• When opening the door for trick-or-treaters, be careful that your cat or dog does not dart out.
• Make sure pets are wearing a collar and proper identification in case of accidental escape.
• Confine your pet if the sound of the ringing doorbell or the sight of costumed visitors makes the pet overly excited or aggressive.
• Do not feed Halloween goodies to your pet. They can make the animal very sick or, in some cases, prove toxic.
• Properly dispose of candy wrappers, which can be hazardous if swallowed by pets.
• If you own a black cat, be aware that your pet could be the victim of a cruel Halloween prank. You may want to keep your black cat indoors a few days prior to and following Halloween.
• If your pet becomes lost, be sure to visit your local humane society as soon as possible.