Keeping Pets Safe with Fall and Halloween Pet Safety Tips in Edmond, OK

Cooler weather is a welcome relief to us, but to mice and rodents, it’s a warning sign that winter is coming. Many will try to seek shelter in and around our warm homes, which means many of us pull out the rodenticides to deter them. Yet, these poisons are a danger to our pets! If you do use them, put them in secure locations where your pet cannot reach, or choose to use natural or pet-safe alternatives!

While the cooler weather will affect mosquitoes, it does little to slow the activity of fleas and ticks. These parasites can be active all year round, so keep up the parasite preventatives to keep your pet safe!

Allergies often make another appearance in the fall, causing us to sneeze and sniff and our pets to itch! If your pet is scratching themselves more often than usual, consider bringing them to your veterinarian to determine if it’s cat or dog allergies and to get them some relief!

With winter on its way, many of us pull out the antifreeze to top up our cars. This chemical is very appealing to pets because it has a sweet smell. Store the container in a paws-free zone and be sure to clean up any spills right away before Fido finds it!

Fall also means the start of football season, and while it’s a blast to host a game, your pet’s safety needs to be prioritized. Make sure they are comfortable with guests and be sure that your guests know not to feed them any table scraps!