{"id":2453,"date":"2018-12-26T20:19:35","date_gmt":"2018-12-27T04:19:35","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cleartheair.com\/blog\/?p=2453"},"modified":"2018-12-26T20:19:35","modified_gmt":"2018-12-27T04:19:35","slug":"keep-pets-safe-this-new-years-eve","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleartheair.com\/blog\/keep-pets-safe-this-new-years-eve","title":{"rendered":"Keep Pets Safe This New Year’s Eve!"},"content":{"rendered":"

New Year’s can be fun for all family members!<\/h3>\n

Check out some helpful tips from the ASPCA about celebrating New Year’s safely with your pets:<\/p>\n

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Keep an Eye on the Alcohol (and Other Substances) –\u00a0<\/strong>New Year\u2019s Eve is a unique holiday, and it\u2019s one time of year when a large number of pets get into alcohol. Alcohol ingestion in pets can lead to depression, unsteady walking, vomiting, and in severe cases, a serious drop in blood pressure and body temperature. Just one mixed drink can be fatal for a small dog. What\u2019s more, pets (dogs in particular) love to sniff out seasonal chocolates that may be filled with alcohol\u2014so be sure to keep any and all alcoholic substances safely out of paws\u2019 reach.<\/em><\/p>\n

Be careful of fireworks<\/strong> –\u00a0While the Fourth of July is biggest holiday for fireworks, the APCC does receive a large number of calls about these potentially frightening noisemakers on New Year\u2019s Eve. Not only will you want to ensure that your pet has a safe, comfortable place to find sanctuary away from the booming sounds of fireworks, but you should also remember that dogs will eat anything\u2014even if does not seem like it would taste good! Be sure to monitor poppers, noisemakers and explosives before, during and after displays, and always keep a close eye on your pet to prevent any potential problems. \u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t be Taken by Surprise –\u00a0<\/strong>You may be planning a night out with family and friends to celebrate the oncoming New Year, which means that your pet might be home alone with loud, confusing noises coming from outside. Before you go out, do a quick double check around the house to make sure that all exits are secured, and do what you can to make your pet feel comfortable and safe in your home. Don\u2019t Forget to Have Fun!\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

While we want you to be prepared for any potential dangers, we also want to make sure you have fun with your favorite furry friends as you wave goodbye to 2017 and say hello to 2018. Below is a list of activities you can try with your pet for a fun celebration:<\/em><\/p>\n