New Year’s Eve safety tips
The ball is about to drop and we want to help you ring in the new year with your furry friends in the safest way possible! Here are some helpful safety tips for the New Year’s Eve festivities.
How to enjoy New Year’s Eve with “Fluffy”
Proximity: Don’t be afraid to have your furry friend around for the festivities! What you need to be aware of is if the noise or excitement is overwhelming them. Consider putting your companion animal in another room while people arrive and then introduce them gradually to your guests.
Safe space: While having your companion animal around might be good for some, other furry friends might need space. Create a safe zone where they can retreat to if the excitement gets too much for them. Make sure to keep fresh water in the safe space and some toys to keep them occupied.
Treats: You’ll probably have special treats and delicacies around for you and your guests – don’t leave your furry friend out! Put aside some of their favourite treats for the night. If you have extra time, maybe make some DIY pet treats!
Attention: Don’t let your furry friend lose out because of the excitement of the day! Your dog will still need an evening walk or play, as usual. If they can’t wear out some energy, your companion animal might get over-excited around your guests. Make it a fun outing and take all your guests on the walk with you!
Alcohol: If there’s going to be alcohol at your party, it’s important you keep your furry friend away from it. Alcohol can be very toxic for animals! The last thing you want is a trip to the emergency vet to ring in the new year.
Countdown rules: When you’re counting down to the New Year, keep your furry friends away from the confetti. Strings of thrown confetti can get lodged in a cat’s intestines, perhaps necessitating surgery. Noisy poppers can also terrify animals and cause possible damage to sensitive ears. All that said, be sure to secure your companion animals in a safe, escape-proof area as midnight approaches. See more safety rules on Holiday Safety Tips – ASPCA.
Enjoy the fun, and keep your furry friends safe, and happy at the same time!