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If you are into Halloween, the chances are you love to get your friends, family, and even your pets involved. Many people love to let their dogs enjoy the Halloween festivities, and a lot of owners purchase special Halloween outfits and delicious treats for their pets. Of course, dogs love getting involved in activities with their humans, so the chances are your pet will love being part of the action. However, as a responsible dog owner, you do need to ensure you take safety into consideration when it comes to your dog at Halloween.

When it comes to everything from Halloween treats for your dog to a suitable costume for your pet, you need to take a range of factors into consideration in order to ensure the safety of your pooch. It is worth keeping in mind that every year many dogs end up at the animal emergency room because of problems that have arisen over things such as treats and costumes, and this is something that you obviously want to avoid for your dog. The infographic below gives an indication of just how big an issue this has become.

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In this article, we will look at some of the ways in which you can increase safety for your dog over the Halloween season.

Some Things To Keep in Mind

There are a few important things that you need to keep in mind if you want to reduce the risks for your pet at Halloween and ensure that your dog has a great time. Some of the main ones are:

Be Mindful of What Your Pet Eats

One of the important things you have to do at Halloween is to be mindful of what your dog eats. This is a time of year when there is a lot of chocolate and candy around, and your dog will quite happily eat as much as it can get its paws on. However, human chocolate and candy can be toxic for dogs, so you need to avoid giving your pet these goodies and also hide them so that your dog does not sniff them out. Instead, get some high-quality dog treats for your pet to enjoy, but give them in moderation.

Take Costume Safety into Consideration

You also need to take costume safety into consideration if you plan to dress your pooch up. Make sure you do not get costumes with lots of loose bits that could pose a choking hazard - something plain, simple, and comfortable is far more suitable.

Look After Your Pet While Out

It is important to remember that your pet might get scared while out and about at Halloween due to lots of people being out, trick-or-treaters, and people in costume. So, make sure you keep a tight hold on the leash when out so that your dog does not panic and run for the hills.

These tips can help you to keep your dog safe during the Halloween period.