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- High-fat foods can result in pancreatitis<\/a>, a very painful condition which is treated with symptomatic medication until it resolves. It\u2019s so common that the day after Thanksgiving is sometimes nicknamed \u201cPancreatitis Day\u201d in vet clinics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Never allow animals to eat bones, corn cobs or anything with activated yeast.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Safe dog treats include carrots, blueberries and green beans.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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Be responsible with treats this season.<\/strong> ISTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n If your pet eats something they shouldn\u2019t, like a human medication, call poison control <\/a>at 888-426-4435<\/a> or 855-764-7661<\/a>. There is a fee to use these lines, but it is far less than an emergency visit if you don\u2019t need it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Never try to induce vomiting in a pet at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
If your furry friend gets some chocolate, use this toxicity calculator<\/a> before calling a vet. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Make sure your pets are microchipped and registered.\n
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- Visiting family members and multiple trips from the car can present plenty of opportunities for pets to slip out the door.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- There is often the extra step of going online to register your pet after they are microchipped. Make sure your address and phone number are current; the first thing a vet clinic or animal rescue will do with a lost pet is scan for a microchip and call the number on file.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If they do get out, don\u2019t panic. Indoor pets usually do not go far. If you don\u2019t find them the same night, call area shelters<\/a> and emergency vet clinics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Don\u2019t spend your holiday in a veterinary ER.<\/strong> SHUTTERSTOCK<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n \n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/www.sinclairclarion.com\/home\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/Screenshot-2025-12-10-134402.png\")
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- Do not force your pet to socialize.\n
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- If your pet wants to hide in a separate room, leave them alone. New people and noise can be extremely stressful, especially for cats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- If your pet is easily stressed, talk with your vet in advance about calming medication.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Do not put animals together who are unfamiliar with each other. With food competition, new surroundings and possible protectiveness over their owners, holidays are prime time for dog fights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
- Understand the signs of stress in an animal and keep them away from people, especially children, if these happen.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
If any animals are injured, 24-hour help is available at MedVet<\/a> and Care Center<\/a>, both of whom have multiple locations. During the day, AcutePet Urgent Care<\/a> is a good option for non-emergencies.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The holidays should be a time for everyone to enjoy, and every year more Americans want their pets to join in the fun. This season, know your resources and keep the festivities safe and sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/div>\n\n\n\nHannah Kichline, multimedia editor<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
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- Do not force your pet to socialize.\n
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