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With Halloween coming up, many pet parents are considering dressing up their favorite dog or cat in a costume and taking them “Trick or Treating.” It can be a fun experience, but things can be quite scary, and even potentially dangerous for your pet unless certain precautions are taken.
Strange sounds, loud noises, and the ghouls and goblins your pet encounters can be frightening to them. Here are a few tips to help keep your pet comfortable and safe this Halloween.
Costumes:
• Ensure your pet’s costume is comfortable and doesn’t restrict their movement.
• Avoid costumes with loose items that could be chewed off, causing choking.
• Add reflective tape or material to the costume to better see your pet in the dark.
Safety:
• Ensure your pet is microchipped before going out.
• Keep all candy away from your pet and carry pet treats for them to nibble on.
• Confine your pet to a safe space away from scary noises and constant visits at the door.
Potentially Dangerous Foods:
• Keep all chocolate out of reach.
• Do not allow your pet to eat raisins as this can cause kidney failure.
• Be sure your pet doesn’t eat anything containing the sugar substitute Xylitol.
Have a spooktacular Halloween with your pet by following these tips. Don’t forget about shelter pets too. The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter has many animals at the shelter, which can be a scary place, waiting for a family to also give them a fun-filled experience. SMRAS adoption office hours are Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday from 12:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Saturday from 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.. People can visit the main location at 750 River Rd. San Marcos, TX 78666 or visit sanmarcostx.gov/208/ San-Marcos-Regional- Animal-Shelter today to sign up to foster or adopt.
SMRAS will also host a $5 microchip event for pet owners on Nov. 1, 2024 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. No appointment is needed, just bring your pets in a carrier or on a leash. Open to all Hays County residents. Microchipping gives your pet the best chance of being returned if they ever go missing. For just $5, help keep your pets safe and sound.
