{"id":368,"date":"2023-11-22T17:33:46","date_gmt":"2023-11-23T01:33:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/?p=368"},"modified":"2023-11-08T17:35:41","modified_gmt":"2023-11-09T01:35:41","slug":"pet-proofing-your-home-for-holiday-gatherings-avoiding-accidents","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.marketplaceveterinary.com\/blog\/pet-proofing-your-home-for-holiday-gatherings-avoiding-accidents\/","title":{"rendered":"Pet-Proofing Your Home for Holiday Gatherings: Avoiding Accidents"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If your schedule is jam-packed with events and your credit card is nearly maxed out, it\u2019s probably the holiday season! This time of year is undoubtedly brimming with good times; unfortunately, it is precisely the moment we\u2019re distracted by something else, our pets naturally get into trouble. Even when our attention is trained on a pet\u2019s every movement, accidents happen. This holiday season, we\u2019ve got you covered with our pet-proofing strategies. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Their Needs First<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you\u2019re hosting a holiday party or attending gatherings out of state, your pet\u2019s needs deserve their place at the top of the list. If they have experience with a trusted boarding facility or a pet sitter, consider hiring someone to care for your pet. Even if it\u2019s just for a single evening, you can achieve peace of mind knowing that your pet is safe and well cared for.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Even pets that are highly trained and socialized need time away from the noise and action of a party. Should you decide to celebrate at home, be sure to provide a quiet place for them. Keep lights low, play soft music, and provide lots of fresh water and snacks. Stay with them as much as possible, or ask a family member to keep them company away from the hubbub. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

More Than Fitness<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A great way to prevent accidents around the holidays is to keep up a pet\u2019s routine. They enjoy being able to anticipate what\u2019s coming next, especially when it\u2019s about meal time or play time. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Exercise has phenomenal advantages regardless of the season, but when a pet feels stressed or anxious <\/a>(like we all do during the holidays), an extra walk or game of chase can help dispel any discomfort. You can also rely on exercise prior to attending any events or having people over as a way to use up any excess energy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

No-No Foods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Pets are masters of opportunity and curiosity, and the holidays provide so many temptations<\/a>. Advise any guests visiting your home that certain foods must remain off-limits to your pet (some folks can\u2019t help but give in to the pleading eyes of hungry pets!). Never allow your pet to sample or have access to any of the following toxic foods:<\/p>\n\n\n\n