How Do I Help My Pig Have A Safe Halloween?
Halloween is a great fun for all those miniature ghosts and goblins that roam the
streets each October 31st. But remember your potbellied
pig is a creature of habit. It might become frightened or
agitated by the unusual sights and sounds of Halloween.
To help have a safe and happy experience for your
entire household including your pet pig, here are some
Halloween tips. Do not leave your pig vulnerable to the "tricks" played on Halloween. Outside pets should be brought in and secured in your home for the night. If you are uncomfortable with a pet in your home place them in your laundry room or garage.
This applies to inside pet pigs also. Loud noises, the frequent ringing of the doorbell and excited children in costume can be very upsetting to some pet pigs. Keep your pig gated safely inside a room in your home where you will not have to worry about your pet becoming frightened by the sight and sounds of
costumed children. By doing this, it is less likely to escape
through the frequently opened door. Be sure your pig is
wearing its harness with a name, address and phone
number attached, just in case it should get out accidentally.
Keep your pig at home. Do not let your children take the family pig along on their trick-or-treating. Managing their pig with a bag of candy and with all those “things that go bump in the night” wondering the streets may be too much for your children and your pig to handle. Also Trick-or-Treat candies are not for pigs. Chocolate can be poisonous at best and cause an ill pet pig at the very least. Tin foil or cellophane candy wrappers can be hazardous to your pet's intestinal tract if swallowed. Keep all candy out of your pig's reach. Teach your children not to share their treats with their pigs. If your pig should get into chocolate or other treats contact your veterinarian immediately. So that your pig can enjoy their Halloween in style, have its on special favorite treats on hand.
Be careful when allowing your pet pig around lit pumpkins or candles. Remember pumpkins are a vegetable and some pigs may accidentally knock over the pumpkins and cause a fire.
It is best to not dress your pig in a costume unless you know that it loves to get dressed up. It is wise to practice before Halloween to see exactly how your pig will react to its new attire. If you do dress up your pig be sure and supervise it while it is wearing its Halloween costume. Make sure the costume is not constricting, annoying or unsafe. Be careful not to obstruct your pig's vision. You can make it a safe holiday for all, including your pet pig, by keeping these tips in mind.
To help have a safe and happy experience for your
entire household including your pet pig, here are some
Halloween tips. Do not leave your pig vulnerable to the "tricks" played on Halloween. Outside pets should be brought in and secured in your home for the night. If you are uncomfortable with a pet in your home place them in your laundry room or garage.
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