Happy Pumpkin Wednesday: Don't Eat That Poinsettia Holiday Edition

Hello Everyone and Happy Pumpkin Wednesday!  As I begin to write tonight, it is still Wednesday, December 7th, only 18 days to Christmas!!

As you are finishing putting up your decorations and gathering your gifts, Pumpkin reminds you not to forget about your pets.  No no, not just remember your pets at gift time (Pumpkin loves catnip and laser mice for anyone who is considering sending her something), but also keep your pets in mind while you are bringing shiny and large new objects into your apartment....

Please pay attention to my cuteness while I relay important information to you humans

Last year, Pumpkin shared some tips about human foods you should help your pet during the holidays (you can check those out here.)

This year, Pumpkin has expanded her list to include cat and dog safety tips related to your holiday decorations!

To begin the list, if you have a furry friend, keep the poinsettia out of your pet's reach and if possible, out of your home.  The poinsettia exceeds a sap that can cause blistering and an upset tummy.

Although holly is beautiful, watch where you place it because the leaves and berries, when ingested can be potentially fatal to both dogs and cats.  The same goes for mistletoe.

Mistletoe can be toxic to your pet!  Use something else to ensure a holiday smooch!

Remember, if Christmas tree needles are ingested by dogs or cats they can cause problems with your pets' intestines.  Also, make sure that if you have a real tree, to be vigilant not to let your pet drink the "tree water."

Same rules apply for dogs! We just tend to be less attracted to shiny objects than cats are...

If you happen to have a furry someone who chews on things, it's a good time to invest in some bitter apple spray.  This helpful product is available at your local specialty pet retail store, and can be applied to the unexposed plastic coated part of electric cords to prevent chewing on potentially hazardous cords and wires.

Can you spot Pumpkin?

Finally, if your cat truly is a meance to the tree, try the idea listed here and make the cat their own "mini" tree with cat safe toys to enjoy and distract :)

How are you and your pets enjoying the holiday season?

Looking forward to a lovely Thursday!