THANKSGIVING SAFETY TIPS FOR YOUR PET
From Jesse Roach
Hello there, as you prepare for Thanksgiving this week, please keep in mind all of your clients and family pets out there.
Even though we are in the pet industry, sometimes it's easy to overlook our very own pet’s safety during the holidays.
Here's some tips you can share with your clients and family members from AVMA website: https://www.avma.org/resources/pet-owners/petcare/thanksgiving-pet-safety For the full list and details go to their site.
- Keep the feast on the table—not under it.
- No pie or other desserts for your pooch.
- Yeast dough can cause problems for pets,
- Put the trash away where your pets can’t find it.
- Be careful with decorative plants.
- Quick action can save lives.
Precautions for parties
- Visitors can upset your pets.
- If any of your guests have compromised immune systems – stay home
- If you have exotic pets
- Watch the exits.
- Identification tags and microchips reunite families.
- Watch your pets around festive decorations.
Travel concerns
Your pet needs a health certificate from your veterinarian if you’re traveling across state lines or international borders
Never leave pets alone in vehicles
Pets should always be safely restrained in vehicles.
Talk with your veterinarian if you’re traveling by air .
Pack for your pet as well as yourself
Happy Turkey Day my friends! I’ll be out of the office Thursday and Friday, but please feel free to reach out to my customer service team if you need anything at all.
Regards,
Jesse Roach