Since I'm a big animal person, I’ve compiled a few tips on
Keeping your Pets Safe on Halloween.
It's almost time for another spooktacular sequel in the annual Halloween
tradition. A holiday beloved in countries around the world, appealing to
people looking for fun and thrills-- But for their pets...not so much!
Halloween festivities can be stressful, to say the least and downright
hazardous at times. A few tips to keep everyone safe and enjoying the
holiday!
1. Treats - Chocolate is
poisonous to cats, dogs, and parrots. The darker it is the more toxic it
is. One ounce of dark chocolate can poison a 50-pound dog. Keep these
treats out of your pets' reach. Make sure everyone in your household
understands, especially children, how crucial it is that no human treats
are given to pets.
2. Alarming sounds and sights
-
The constant doorbell, ringing, unfamiliar guest, and little monsters
running around is a recipe for disaster for your pets. They could try to
escape or display unexpected aggression. Keep your pet sequestered
in a section of the home where they can avoid this anxiety-causing
activities. Provide food, favorite toys, and check on them often.
3. Don't leave pets outside! Pets have been known to be abused or killed on Halloween night by cruel
people. I owned a black cat for twenty-two years, he was the best cat
ever. But we made sure to keep him inside several days before Halloween
and several days after. Yep he was no pleased!
4. Never take your dog trick or
treating for all of the above reasons. Dogs can easily be spooked by all the
Halloween hubbub. If they run away or bite someone it will end your
evening of fun.
5. Dangerous Decorations -
Electrical cords and batteries used to operate the exciting Halloween
decorations can be hazardous to your pets. Chewing on cords can cause
electrocution, chewing on batteries can cause chemical burns, if swallowed
can cause intestinal blockage. Artificial cobwebs look cool as heck, but
they can also present a choking or entanglement hazard to curious pets.
Nightmarish Pet Costumes - Most pets are happiest in the skin they were
born in. LOL Yet pet owners will dress their fur, scaled, or feathered
babies up for Halloween. Don't put your pet in a costume unless they are
completely comfortable with it. I admit I dress up my dog and parrot
for Halloween. I choose costumes they're comfortable in, do not hinder
movement, sight, hearing, or ability to breathe, bark, scream, or
meow.
6. Eerie Glow Items - Glow
necklaces and Glow sticks can help keep people safe on Halloween, but pets
not so much. They can cause gastrointestinal distress and chewed
fragments can pose a choking hazard.
7. One last thought -
Opening the door repeatedly for trick-or-treaters creates the possibility
of pets to slip outside. Collars and tags work if someone locates and
collects your wayward pet. Make sure the information on the tags is
up-to-date. Microchips offer permanent identification. Just make sure your
information is correct with the company who supports your pet
microchips.
Hidden Gypsy Magic
A Witch’s Journey Series
Book Three
Tena Stetler
Genre: Paranormal Romance/Mystery
Publisher: The Wild Rose Press
Date of Publication: September 28, 2020
ISBN: 978-1-5092-3256-7
ASIN: B08FXBNLW5
Number of pages: 330
Word Count: 85,144
Cover Artist: Kristian Norris
Tagline: The consequences of awakening hidden gypsy magic could forever alter
life as they know it!
Book Description:
The Salem Wildlife Sanctuary is Gwen Taylor's life work. Her Irish Gypsy heritage provides a hidden talent she uses to help the
creatures under her care. But even her magical skills can't help new rescues in dire need of
veterinary care.
The opportunity of signing on as the vet for Gwen's sanctuary dropped
into Brock Scutter's lap after he expanded his practice to include
wildlife. The personal attraction he and Gwen experience is undeniable the
more their professional and personal lives collide.
Touring the only "non-haunted" house in Salem they both feel a spark of
magic. A trip to his
family's cabin uncovers a heritage he didn't know existed. If they want a future together, it means facing the consequences of
awakening hidden Gypsy magic and a race against the clock to correct past
wrongs.
"This house may not have a history of magic, but I'd bet it's
magical. You're going to put an offer in. Right?"
"As I said before, it may be completely out of my price range."
"I have a feeling the house has been waiting for you." Gwen flung her
hand to her mouth, her face flushed, and her gaze swiveled to him. "I
don't know what made me say that."
Looking thoughtful, he grinned. "Since the day I stumbled upon
Pepper's secret — then discovered that you and I share the gift or
curse of gypsy blood, things have been different—" Pausing, he shoved
his hand in his jean's pocket and jingled the change in his pocket.
"I've been different. It's as if knowing magic exists awakened
something in me."
"Join the club. Years ago my best friend Pepper made a believer out
of me. In fact, there were times I wished—never mind. Whether it was
my outlook or as you said magic awakened. But to be fair, I've always
had what I called a sixth sense with animals, attuned to their
feelings, almost their thoughts, fears, that kind of thing. Pepper
called it my talent. But as we became close, I noticed other
abilities… you'll think I'm crazy."
"Try me." He moved closer to her and the front door banged open.
Quickly he rushed to the top of the stairs.
About the Author:
Tena Stetler is a best-selling author of award winning paranormal romance
with an over-active imagination. She wrote her first vampire romance as a tween, to the chagrin of her
mother and the delight of her friends. Colorado is home; shared with her
husband, a brilliant Chow Chow, a spoiled parrot and a forty-five-year-old
box turtle. When she’s not writing, her time is spent kayaking, camping,
hiking, biking or just
relaxing in the great Colorado outdoors.
Her books tell tales of
magical kick-ass women and mystical alpha males that dare to love them.
Travel, adventure and a bit of mystery flourish in her books along with a
few companion animals to round out the tales.
This book sounds great
ReplyDelete