Holiday Hazards: The Hidden Dangers That Send Pets to the ER

 Could your holiday celebrations put your pet in danger?
Between tempting food, breakable décor, open doors, and a house full of loud humans, the holidays can turn into a perfect storm for pet accidents and stress. 

In this episode, Amy Castro teams up with emergency veterinarian Dr. Tyler Sugerman-McGiffin to break down the most common holiday hazards that land pets in urgent care, plus the simple steps that prevent most of them. You’ll also learn how to set your pet up to stay calm and comfortable when guests, noise, and chaos spike.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:
 • The top hidden holiday dangers that can harm your pet
 • How to set up a stress-free “safe zone” during celebrations
 • What to do immediately if your pet eats something they shouldn’t

A little prep now can save you a scary (and expensive) emergency later, and help everyone actually enjoy the season. 

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P.S. You may hear us refer to the show as Starlight Pet Talk in this episode. That was our original name. Don’t worry, you’re in the right place.

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