It’s Spooooky Halloween! Pet Safety Tips from spcaLA

Los Angeles, CA — Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles (spcaLA) wants all members of the family to be safe this Halloween and offers these safety tips for your pets.

  • Keep pets indoors.
  • Make sure your pet is wearing a collar with an ID tag with current info at all times, even inside. 90% of lost pets are found by neighbors — a collar with ID can lead to a quicker reunion if your pet escapes.
  • Make sure your pet is microchipped with registered up-to-date info.
  • Keep your pet in a safe, quiet area on Halloween night, especially if you are welcoming trick-or-treaters or entertaining. Provide them with their favorite bed, toys, soothing music, and a yummy chew or treat.
  • Leave the family pet at home while trick-or-treating. 
  • Only use costumes made for pets and don’t leave them unsupervised in costume. Some pets don’t enjoy wearing a costume, so don’t force them.
  • Keep your pets away from lit candles.
  • Remember, candy is not for pets! Keep pets away from toxic treats and candy wrappers.
  • Program the number for poison control and your pet’s veterinarian, into your phone.
  • Teach your dog to “come when called” — a fail-safe should they get loose.

Targeting an animal as a prank can lead to serious consequences for both the perpetrator and the animal, no matter how benign the actions may seem. If you see animal cruelty, report it to your local authorities or report at spcaLA.com.

grey pitbull dog sitting on the ground wearing red and yellow clown costume

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