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2016 Holiday Safety For Your Cat

Rebecca Schmidt • Nov 20, 2016
Safety Tips For Your Cat This Holiday Season :
  • Turkey or chicken bones can splinter and damage your cat’s mouth and GI tract. 
  • Holiday foods can be rich and greasy which can cause vomiting and diarrhea.
  • Christmas tree water can contain fertilizer and bacteria that could upset your cat’s stomach or cause vomiting and diarrhea or other health issues.
  • Make sure ornaments that are hung on lower branches are cat friendly and unbreakable. Use cloth loops instead of wire hooks to hang the ornaments.
  • Tinsel and ribbon can get lodged in your cat’s digestive tract causing an obstruction and may require surgery to remove.
  • Use artificial plants in your holiday arrangements. Real plants can cause upset stomach, vomiting, and diarrhea. Even artificial plants can be eaten so watch them closely.
  • Chewing on electrical cords can cause a burned mouth or shock. Unplug all lights when you are not home and use pet proof extension cords.
  • Chocolate can cause illness and even death in cats.
  • Many of us have friends and family over for the holidays. Make sure you kitty can’t escape outside with people coming and going.
  • Your kitty can easily knock over candles by mistake which could result in a fire. Keep a very close eye on any lit candles in the home. 
  • Some cats may be interested in alcoholic beverages which could cause GI upset or further illness. Keep your beverages away from your kitty.
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