CAUTION: These Popular Halloween Foods Are Dangerous To Minnesota Dogs
October is a month where our focus is on two things: costumes and candy. And kids aren't the only ones dressing up. Last year, Americans went overboard on pet costumes and spent $700 million dressing up their fur babies.
Before you get hyper-focused on the trick-or-treating happening in Minnesota and the costumes for pets and humans, there are some huge dangers for your dog this Halloween season.
Popular Halloween Foods That Are Dangerous for Dogs
Not paying attention to the dangers below could lead to you being one of the many who need to call the Pet Poison Helpline, which typically sees a 12% increase in calls the week of Halloween.
CAUTION: These popular Halloween foods are dangerous to dogs!
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Learn more about the dangers of each of the foods above at the American Kennel Club website or the PetMD website.
What To Do If Your Dog Eats A Food That Is Dangerous
According to PetMd.com, as soon as you know your animal has consumed any of the foods above, you should immediately ask for advice. Waiting until symptoms develop is a poor decision due to the fact that at that point, toxins from the food have already been absorbed. At that point, it will be more difficult to help your pet recover and will also be more expensive.
Contacting poison control is always an option. The experts on the line will help you know if further medical care will be needed by a veterinarian.
Contact Information for Poison Control for Pets
There are a few different hotlines that can be contacted if poison control is needed for your pet, including:
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