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Reminders On Taking Care Of Pets These Holidays From Traveling, Shots To Insurance And Paperworks

By Viola Smith | Dec 24, 2016 07:15 AM EST
Pet Dog Show In Changchun
(Photo : China Photos/Getty Images) Schnauzers dressed in festive Santa suits are shown during a pet dog show held by the Jilin Pet Industry Association on Christmas Eve, December 24, 2007 in Changchun of Jilin Province, China.

It is that time of the year again when families are too busy preparing for gifts, Christmas meals and sometimes, traveling. Most of the time, animals in the family are neglected not because the owners are mean, but they are just way too busy. Here are some of the reminders that pet owners should note before the holidays get even crazier to the point that their pets had to suffer.

No pet owner is perfect and once in a while, everyone needs to be reminded of their duties as guardians of their furry four-legged best friend. In an article published by The Huffington Post, awareness is key to maintaining the health and well-being of pets these holidays. In the case of pets, the simplest reminders could go a long way in keeping them alive and healthy.

Take for example those tiny decorative Christmas materials. Always make sure that they are out of reach of pets because once those are ingested, they could cause some real danger in their life and some serious money for taking them to the vet. Keep electrical wires and cords in place that pets won't be able to play with them. These are dangerous especially for cats who like to play with anything that looks like a yarn.

If traveling with pets, always make sure that they have the right crate. There are airlines that are strict when it comes to boarding animals and pet owners must call the airline at least a month before the said flight to reserve a space for their pets. Also, make sure that their shots and boosters are up to date.

But the most important thing above all of these is pet insurance. Having one will guarantee the safety and health of the animal in case it needs medication or if an accident happens to it. Pet Insurance U shared that owners must pick the right policy according to their budget and the kind of coverage they want for their animals. These are all the reminders these holidays for pet owners out there.

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