Halloween is a fun thing to many of us, but it can be stressful and dangerous to our beloved pets. Here are some tips to keep your dogs safe and happy this time of the year.

• Absolutely no Halloween treats for your dogs, even if they do tricks! Halloween treats, especially chocolates are extremely toxic to your dogs. The candy wrappers are also dangerous as they can get stuck in your dog’s digestive tract. Be sure to keep the candy bowl out of your dog’s reach.
  
  
• If you are having a party, be sure to remind your guests (especially small children) not to give any candies to your dog. Also be sure to keep all food items out of reach of your dog. It may be a good idea to separate your dog from your guests.
  
  
• Do not leave a lit pumpkin or candles where they can be knocked over by your dog. Not only they can start a fire, but also burn your dog.
  
  
• Keep the decorations out of your dogs reach. Chewed pieces can be a choking hazard and if ingested, they can cause intestinal blockage. Electrical cords for lit decorations can be extremely dangerous as they can cause electrical shock when chewed.
  
  
• Wearing a pet costume can be stressful and uncomfortable to many dogs. Avoid dressing up your dog unless you are sure that your dog enjoys it. Keep an eye on your dog while in his/her costume for any signs of discomfort.
  
  
• Constant stream of trick-or-treaters may cause stress on your dog. Keep your dog away from the door. This will also prevent your dog from dashing out the door.
  
  
• Make sure that your dog has a proper identification. If your dog dashes out the door and becomes lost, he/she will have a far greater chance of coming home safely.
  
  
• Avoid leaving your dogs outside during the Halloween season. There are many stories involving people stealing pets in order to torture them on Halloween night.