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For many of us, the holidays represent an opportunity to travel and see new places. We gather with our friends and family to enjoy a delicious meal, open presents, exchange gifts, and celebrate the season with our cats. While these celebrations can be fun for humans, they can also be dangerous for felines. Before introducing your cat to your holiday festivities, here are five things you should know:

Christmas Tree

Electrical Cords

Holiday Lights

Holiday lights are dangerous for cats. Cats can become tangled in the strings and get hurt, or they may chew on them and cause a fire. If you are using lights around your home, make sure that you keep your cat away from the tree and lights.

Cat Toys and Ornaments

Comman Dangers for your Cat

Ribbons, Bows and Tinsel

If you have Christmas decorations, keeping the ribbon, bows and tinsel out of your cat’s reach is essential. This can be a problem if you have a tree or hang decorations around the house. Cats love to climb on things, so your tree will likely be climbed by your feline friend at some point.

If your cat does get tangled up in these items, don’t pull them apart! This can cause injury to the intestines and mouth. Instead, try cutting off as much of the ribbon as possible with scissors so no more is left dangling them (you may need someone else’s help). Then place gauze over their wound and take them to a vet immediately. We at Parliament Animal Hospital can help your pet in this situation.

Holiday Candles

Candles can cause fires, and as a cat owner, you should be careful to stay aware of the potential risks involved with holiday candles. The following are some safety tips to help keep your cat safe:

Potpourri & Air Fresheners

If you’re a cat owner, you know your furry friend has a keen sense of smell. It’s one of the essential senses they have! People often use potpourri and air fresheners to make their home smell nice. But did you know these items could be toxic to your cat?

Human Food Products – Xylitol

Keep Your Cat Safe Over the Holidays!

With the holidays approaching, you may be looking for ways to prepare your cat for the festivities. While some cats can be pretty jolly, others may not love all of the noise and commotion. In addition to keeping your cat safe during this time of year, it’s essential to ensure that they are well-fed and comfortable so that they don’t feel overwhelmed by all the excitement around them. Here are some ways to help your cat get through the chaos of the holidays:

This guide will help you to keep your cat safe over the holidays! You should also check out the ASPCA’s Cat Safety Guide for more information on keeping your cat safe from household hazards.

If you want the best of anything, our vets at Parliament Animal Hospital are knowledgeable and friendly, and we treat your pets like they are our pets. Please go ahead and give us a call right now!

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