Title and Real Estate Closing Expert Bryan Nazor Gives Advice On Keeping Pets Safe This Season
As you prepare for the holiday season, whether you celebrate Halloween, Thanksgiving, Christmas, Kwanzaa or something else, it is important to make sure your pets are safe and jolly as well during the festivities.
If you will be welcoming a new pet into your home for the holidays, will be moving into a new home or just want to keep everyone safe, here are some tips from title and real estate closing expert Bryan Nazor on keeping your home and pet in great shape.
According to Bryan Nazor, president of Main Street Title & Settlement Services, a home may contain hazards to pets that are not dangers to humans. Poisonous items, like plants, household cleaners, medications, and sharp objects or dangling wires pose risks to a curious pooch. When it comes to the holidays, be aware of chocolate lying around, candles, twinkle lights and ornaments. Most pets can’t help but explore their environment, so keep any food or decorations not meant for them well out of reach.
Make sure trash cans full of tempting turkey trimmings are out of reach or use child locks to secure trash cans. You can’t blame your furry friend for wanting to enjoy some holiday dishes, but prevent them from getting sick or making a mess by keeping trash inaccessible to them, Bryan Nazor advised.
Before holiday guests arrive and things get busy and distracting, take the time to check your home for holes and crevices that a pet could get stuck in. Attics and basements are common culprits, said Bryan Nazor, so be aware of any unsafe hidden holes in the house.
If you have a physical or invisible fence in your yard, make sure it is winter-proofed before the snow comes. If you live in an area where it seldom snows, make sure you are not using chemicals on your yard that are unsafe for pet consumption. Supervise your pet outdoors around any outdoor decorations.
During this busy season, it is also crucial to protect your home from unnecessary damage, including floors and furniture. Use furniture covers and chewing deterrents to make sure your house stays in great condition. Take your pet to the groomer for a nail trim and stuff their stocking with toys that they can play with to avoid destruction of the home, Bryan Nazor said. During the holidays, people are often distracted with guests, parties, decorating and cooking, so it is a good time to make sure your pets have toys to keep them happy and occupied.
Most of all, find ways to enjoy this season with your pets, Bryan Nazor recommended. Make sure they get some delicious treats, take them for a walk to enjoy the Christmas lights, play with them in the snow and help them feel warm and appreciated during this time of year.
