3 Essential tips on how to make Christmas a Relaxing Time for Your Dog too
Dec 06, 2024
We love the Christmas season with its festivities throughout the week and feasts among good friends and family. However, do remember all these festivities may be a bit overwhelming for your dog. Therefore, we have gathered some tips for you on how you can help your dog enjoy a safe, stress-free Christmas.
Create Safe Spaces for Your Dog during the Holidays
If you have friends and family over, consider that your dog might prefer to sit out the party after the welcome greetings. Arrange a quiet area for your dog away from the festivities and place your dog's favorite dog bed in it, together with a bowl of water. This gives your dog the opportunity to enjoy a relaxing time while the party is going on.
If you are visiting, friends and family, ask for a quiet corner and set up a similar space for your dog with your dog's own dog bed, water bowl and potentially also your dog's favorite snacks.
TIP: Your dog's favorite dog bed can help create a sense of security for your dog no matter where you are.
Be Mindful of what Your Dog Eats
The smell of delicious festive food will often get the attention of your dog as it is too tempting to ignore. We are very careful about what we serve to our dog and keep other people from throwing treats at our dog too, however good the intention may be. Most Christmas food is too rich and fat for dogs and should not be given, not even as a small treat. Also, chocolate, raisins and grapes are banned food for dogs.
TIP: Treat your dog with healthy alternatives, such as plain cooked fish or lean, unseasoned meats. For example cooked non-smoked wild salmon, which has omega-3 fatty acids, which is beneficial for our dog's fur and heart.
Watch Out for Toxic Plants and Holiday Decorations
Festive plants like poinsettias and mistletoes may look lovely but can be poisonous to dogs. Similarly, tinsel, glitter, or small ornaments can pose choking hazareds.
