Keep Halloween Candy Away From Pets

(Undated) – Halloween can be a dangerous time for pets. Pet Poison Helpline Assistant Director, Ahna Brutlag, DVM, MS, says during the week of Halloween, calls to the veterinarians at the “Pet Poison Helpline” increase by 12 percent, making it the call center’s busiest time of year. Brutlag says most often, these calls involve pets accidentally ingesting Halloween candy or décor. Chocolate is one of the most problematic candies as dogs and cats cannot metabolize it as well as people. Thus, it places them at risk for poisoning. She say the four most common food-related Halloween hazards for pets are chocolate, candy overindulgence, raisins, and candy wrappers. Learn more at petpoisonhelpline.com.