Did you know that Christmas trees can be toxic to pets?? Important read!

Yes, Christmas trees can be toxic to pets:

• Artificial trees
  The fake needles from artificial trees can upset your pet's stomach or digestive system if ingested. Curious pets can also knock the tree over and hurt themselves. 

• Real trees
  The oils and needles from real trees can cause digestive issues, stomach upset, or irritation:
  • Fertilizer: If you water your tree with fertilizer or plant food, your pet could drink toxic water from the plant pot or plate.
  • Needles: Sharp needles can get stuck in your pet's paws or cause a stomach blockage if eaten.
  • Oils: The oils produced by some real trees can irritate your pet's mouth and stomach.
  • Sap: The sap and other liquids secreted by real trees can irritate your pet if they taste it.
  • Tree water: Preservatives used to keep trees fresh can be toxic and cause tummy issues. You can use fresh water and change it daily to prevent your pet from drinking it.

To keep your pet safe, you can: 

• Put the tree in a room that can be closed off from the rest of the house. 
• Install a baby gate in the doorway to prevent entry to the tree room. 
• Put low-lattice fencing around the tree and secure it so your pet can't knock it over. 
• Cover the base of the tree with a tree skirt or buy one that comes covered. 
• Use fresh water with nothing added to it and change the water daily.

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