Most of us love the holidays, and we love our hounds. However, some people are VERY busy during the holidays depending on the size of their family. It’s a wonderful time to spend with family & friends reminiscing about the year and holidays past. We also don’t want to forget our pups…we want happy hounds.
- If you have a nervous Nelly pup it is important to try to keep up with a somewhat normal schedule. Try to talk them at normal time (if possible).
- If they are nervous around lots of people/excitement or anything, don’t forget to manage their behavior/fears or use it as a training time. If it is very busy & hectic make sure they have a safe place, whether it’s a crate, a bed in the corner, or in another room.
- Don’t forget foods that are poisonous to them. If you have that uncle or dad who can’t resist feeding them, remind them these foods are not good for eating:
- grapes, raisins, currants (in fruitcake)
- chocolate
- gum
- too much fatty scraps
- alcohol
- any medications relatives may leave out in bags on the floor or somewhere your dog can reach.
Another thing we need to keep an eye out for are decorations that may be dangerous:
- hot potpourri (don’t let them lick/get close)
- watch they don’t get too close to the fire!
- snow globes (if they are imported) they contain antifreeze—YUCK!!!
- lillies, holly, mistletoe
Oh yeah--Don’t forget to get them toys & gifts too!! They love opening them 🙂
Have a happy holiday & happy hounds!
Apprehensive Oreo 