Halloween is right around the corner, and who more important to include in your spooky plans than your dog? In this article we will go over the “tricks and treats” of your Halloween prep with your pup. To prepare for Halloween night, we have a few suggestions on how to keep your dog and others safe and comfortable while also having a good time.
First, we want to make sure candy and other treats are kept safely away from your dog. Many of the food and treats we enjoy on Halloween night can be very toxic or even deadly to pets. Dogs will eat almost anything — even the paper that wraps the tasty treats. Some toxic treats that are especially dangerous to your dog are:
There are many other ingredients dogs are sensitive to, so always read the wrapper before sharing with your pup!
Another precautionary measure is walking your dog before trick-or-treaters are active. Some dogs can be reactive to strangers on a walk, so strangers walking around as ghosts and goblins could cause even more stress on a dog. Even the most well-behaved dogs can become skittish or overwhelmed in unusual circumstances.
Taking a long walk before dusk and tiring him out will not only make sure your evening potty break is taken care of, it will also make sure your pup is worn out and tired when the door bell is ringing all night long! Also, be careful while walking after the night is over. Many things can be dropped on the sidewalks and dogs are very quick to pick up goodies!
Our last tip and trick to keeping your dog happy and stress-free during All Hallows Eve is to put him away safely in a crate, keep a leash on him while he roams the house, or put him away in quiet dark room during the activities. This will limit the exposure to the doorbell and strangers coming to the door throughout the evening. During the chaos of the doorbells and knocking, we suggest playing soft music and providing your dog with a durable chew to occupy him while you’re busy at the door!
We wish you and your dog a safe and fun Halloween!
