Don't let animals get spooked on Halloween
Briefly

As the countdown to Halloween begins, I've been stocking up on candy and dusting off the spooky decor to ready my house and yard for a night of trick-or-treating.
Sure, you want to set a spooky scene, but some decorations are more treacherous than others. Jack-o'-lanterns and other candles are a burn risk if a curious pet comes too close.
Candy is unsafe for pets and chocolate is particularly dangerous, especially dark chocolate. It contains a toxin called theobromine, which can cause poisoning in both dogs and cats.
Opening the front door over and over for trick-or-treaters can mean lots of escape opportunities for your pets, not to mention a lot of stress.
Read at www.mercurynews.com
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