How to test your Christmas tree for cats and dogs

With Christmas around the corner, many people are already decorating their homes. No house is complete without a Christmas tree, and can take excellent pet photos. However, something strange and new appear in the pet’s house as a Christmas tree can be a main objective to explore. But what danger is considered Christmas and dogs?

“At Christmas, it is worth making sure that all cats and dogs are safe and can enjoy the holiday season as much as we are,” says James Whitten, Petguard Marketing Manager.

The leader of petguard pets gathered a guide on how to help pet owners to resist their Christmas tree and limit the danger that Christmas trees can pose for their furry friends.

Cat friendly Christmas trees

Cats and kittens love to climb trees where they can hide. Some cats cannot resist exploring in Christmas trees. However, oils produced by some types of Christmas trees, including firing, pine and fir trees, can irritate a cat’s mouth and cause vomiting. Not only that, but the needles themselves are pointed and do not digest easily, which could cause problems if the cat swallow any.

Ensuring the decorations

In anticipation of cats trying to climb to the Christmas tree, owners must ensure that all decorations are safe. It is advisable to avoid the use of fragile or tinsel ornaments, since they may seem like a toy for many feline colleagues.

Using a heavy base

In the event that cats decide to explore, the owners must ensure that the base of the Christmas tree is heavy enough so that it does not fall. Otherwise, this could be dangerous for both cat and owner belongings.

Christmas trees with dogs

If the owners anticipate leaving their dog just for Christmas or organizing visitors, it is essential to guarantee the security of the dog as the Christmas tree. If it is the first Christmas of the dog, the owners should consider the early tree configuration to allow the dog to get used to slowly. Start with a naked tree and without decorating and leave it until the dog is bored of smelling it and feels comfortable sharing a room with him. So it’s time to decorate!

Securing the Christmas tree

During Christmas, dogs can be very excited, just like humans. For larger dog owners, the tail that moves could cause a problem. A solution to this is to join a fishing line from the Christmas tree to the wall or ceiling to help secure it instead. A beautiful heavy base should also do the trick.

Maintaining any remote sweets

Many Christmas trees throughout the country will be decorated with chocolates and caramel canes, but any form of edible treats in the tree is not a good idea with a hungry puppy, especially chocolate.

Be distrustful of the lights

Observing the Christmas tree illuminated at night brings joy. However, people must take into account that curious puppies can be trapped in cables and cables and, therefore, cables must always remain orderly and out of reach. When placing the lights on the tree, it is advisable to avoid placing them around the lower branches where the dog can reach them.

“Having a Christmas tree in the house is magical and having more caution, you can make sure that both you and your pet can enjoy Christmas,” adds Whitten.

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