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Halloween Safety Tips

We've put together this list of tips to keep your cat, dog, or other pets safe during this haunted holiday. DO  protect pets from pranks.   Don’t leave animals unattended outdoors on Halloween, the day before, or the day after. Cruel pranksters can hurt  your animals, especially black cats. DON’T  feed candy to animals.  Treats that are delicious for children and adults can be harmful or fatal to pets. They can choke on the wrappers, and c hocolate in all forms—especially dark or baking chocolate—can be very dangerous for cats and dogs, and sugar-free candies containing the sugar substitute xylitol can cause serious problems in pets.  If you suspect your pet has ingested something toxic, please call your veteri narian or the  ASPCA Poison Control Center  at (888) 426-4435 immediately. DO  keep pets away from lit pumpkins.  Spooky colored candles and jack o’ lanterns can singe pets’ noses and light fur on fire. Kee...