Dogs may become frightened with costumes that change the way a person walks, stands, or their general appearance may cause a dog to react differently than usual even with those they know. Children on Halloween night are excited and doing their best to be scary. Dogs don't understand. Even the normally terrific tolerant family dog can find this night hard to handle. Costumes may become interesting too and may be fun for an excited dog to chase. Some toddlers certainly won't appreciate this.
HERE ARE SOME QUICK TIPS TO KEEP YOUR PET SAFE ON HALLOWEEN:
1. Set your dog up with their own private Halloween bash in a safe quiet spot with a yummy treat of their own. This may be the safest tip to prevent losing your dog out the front door! Many dogs are lost Halloween night.
2. If your dog is fearful of noise, consider adding a fan or radio for white noise. Something consistent is best.
3. Be sure the blinds are down or the dog is not watching kids coming and going by the window. This will only frustrate him and allow him to practice barking and carrying on at the window.
Chocolate is toxic to dogs. Put candy in a safe spot.
Sometimes dogs and cats are stolen, poisoned or injured by Halloween pranks. Keep you dog safe and sound inside your home.
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