Halloween pet safety tips

October 27, 10:57 PMNews You Can Use ExaminerMary Schwager

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Chocolates, costumes and treats, oh my! Halloween can actually be dangerous for your pet.

Looking at the night from your pet's point of view, Fido or Fluffy does not understand why strange people are coming to the door in frightening outfits. Your pet could get pretty stressed out, try to escape or even chomp on that punk kid from down the street who shows up demanding treats.

Oh yes, the treats. Another possible danger. Do you have a big lunk head lab who would be the first to raid the candy basket when you least expect it?  Is chocolate really dangerous to pets if they eat it?

Animal experts say take precautions before trick-or-treaters start ringing your door bell. Here's a round up of safety tips from animal care organizations across the country. Note: None of the organizations mention the psychological harm dressing dogs in bad outfits can cause...

• Humane Society of the United States
• American Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
• Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Happy Halloween !