    please keep these tips in mind: Secure your indoor pets on Halloween night ~ Preferably in a room away from your front door. Between the doorbell ringing, odd-looking strangers at the door, and loud, high-pitched children's voices, this night is no "treat" for your dog. Bring outdoor pets inside ~ If not into your house, then at least into a laundry room or garage. Unfortunately, many of the "tricks" played on Halloween involve cruelty to animals. Don't leave your pets outside where they could become a victim of "tricksters". Candy is for people, not dogs ~ Keep the goodies away from your pets. It's bad for their teeth and upsets their stomachs. Chocolate is dangerous for your pets. It contains the drugs theobromine and caffeine, which are toxic to pets. Large doses can be fatal. There are plenty of recipes for making home made dog treats. You can always make them in the shape of a pumpkin or a ghost. Have ID on your pets ~ Many animals slip out of the house while the door is opened to "trick or treaters." Once outside, they may become frightened from all the commotion and run or hide. An ID tag will help your neighbors as they try to return any lost pets they might find. The wrappers, such as tin foil, can get stuck in your pets digestive tract and make them ill or even cause death. Please dispose of all wrappers properly. Dogs can have lethal tails. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over by a wagging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process. If you are going to dress your pet in a costume, keep in mind that unless the dog or cat is extremely receptive to this kind of thing, you could be causing him discomfort and stress. Some animals don't mind at all but others do not want to be bothered with this kind of thing. They'll be under enough stress with the activity going on outside and people at the door constantly so don't cause them any more stress than you have to. You may love to dress in costume but your dog or cat may not. If you put a mask of some type on your animal, make sure that the eye holes are big enough for them to see peripherally. Animals depend on their vision to let them know what's going on. Even the nicest dog can get"an attitude" if he can't see what's around him. In fact, masks really aren't a good idea at all. If you are having an indoor party, make sure that you put your dog or cat in a room where they won't be disturbed. Unless your pet is ultra friendly and doesn't mind loud noises, music and lots of people , you should keep them separate for the night. Also, be careful that your pets don't dart out through the open door as you hand out candy. It would probably be best to just put them in a room with some food and water and check in on them once in a while to let them know everything is fine. *SIERRA* [OUR GHOST BUSTER EXTRAORDINAIRE]  *I AIN'T AFRAID OF NO GHOST*   E-E-E-E-E-E-K-K-K-K-K!!!!! DID YOU JUST SEE A GHOST?????  CAN YOU BELIEVE THE THINGS MY MOMMY MAKES ME DO? [I think I should play a mean trick on her.] READ MY LIPS~~~~ I'll retrive ducks, dummies, tennis balls, sticks, frisbees, the newspaper, slippers, shoes, the cat, small children, but you'll have to get the ghosts yourself!  MAYBE I'LL EAT HER PUMPKIN ~ YEAH, THAT'S WHAT I'LL DO    HAVE A SAFE & HAPPY HALLOWEEN 
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