Every October, Halloween ushers in its unique kind of fun in the form of pumpkins, candy, and costumes. Spider webs and creepy 
decorations set the stage for parties, ghost stories and trick-or-treating. It is important to remember that what is holiday fun for humans can be hazardous for four-legged friends. Halloween is the busiest time of year for the Pet Poison hotline because pets often accidentally ingest Halloween candy or décor. Two simple tips will help keep your furry friends safe this Halloween:
- Keep pets inside around Halloween and away from visiting ghouls and goblins during trick-or-treating. Animals can become scared of or overly playful towards strangers, especially in costume, so be sure to keep then away from the front door and all the excitement.
- Whenever possible, keep cats, especially black ones, inside around Halloween, as unfortunately they are often associated with dark forces and are an easy target for Halloween pranksters who commit violent acts against unsuspecting kitties.
