STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — We celebrate Halloween by stringing the lights around the house and cuddling with our dogs, Zoey (15) and Maximus (6), and setting up props for the children outside and inside.
It’s a fun time. In recent years, pre-COVID, The National Retail Federation estimated that consumers spent a record $480 billion on Halloween festivities. That’s a lot of Whoppers, M&Ms, and Snickers bars. Pet owners will spend an impressive $370 million on pet costumes alone.
If you plan to dress up your pet for Halloween this year, follow these tips to avoid a night filled with horror stories.
1. Buying a costume? Please don’t force it. Some pets love the attention they get from wearing clothes or costumes. If they express their contempt clearly and concisely, they would be better off not wearing a costume. If your pet hates wearing costumes, grab a quick photo and set them free. Otherwise, you will spend the evening watching them shiver off the clothing while being unhappy. Try again next year.
2. Make sure your pet’s tags are up to date. If they get spooked, they could run. No costume should be complete without a collar that includes updated ID tags.
3. If you’re staying home, be mindful when people come knocking. While distracted, they could get away. Could you put up a gate in a precautionary manner?
4. Chocolate and candy are toxic for them. Keep it far away so they’re not tempted.
The Humane Society has more ideas on how to keep them safe and well.
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