The loud noises and surprising booms that come through the house can create stress and anxiety for a dog. To best prepare for the upcoming New Year festivities today we'd like to share tips and tricks for helping your dog cope on New Year's Eve. 

Happy Holidays! The holiday season is upon us and with that comes excitement and fun to enjoy with your loved ones. It's easy to forget your pups safety during the hustle and bustle of the holidays so we've created this list to help keep you and your pup safe this year! 

Keep Decorations Out of Paws Reach. Who doesn't love a home boasting with holiday cheer? A lot of holiday decorations and plants can be poisonous to your pup. It's best to keep all decorations like mistletoe, poinsettias, snow globes and ornaments out of paws reach. 

Peace for your Pup. The holidays usually include a lot of hosting and entertaining company in your home. Some dogs may enjoy hosting by your side but don't forget that new people or a large group of people can be over stimulating for a dog. Make sure to have a safe space prepared for your pup to retreat to when you're entertaining this holiday season. 

Treats are not Always Treats. Candy canes, special chocolates, pies and more...these are a few of our favorite holiday treats! Remember that human treats are not safe for your dog, plan ahead and have dog friendly treats ready for when your pup may want to snag something sweet off your plate.

Don't let Santa Forget Fido. No matter which holiday you may celebrate don't forget to surprise your pup with something special this holiday season. Anything from special treats, to a new toy, or if you're looking to truly surprise your pup give him a new safe haven this season by buying a ZenCrate! 

 New Year's New Noise. New Years Eve is always a fun and exciting celebration but remember no matter how old your dog is the sounds of celebration on New Years can be very stressful. When fireworks start blaring off late into the night, we recommend keeping in mind these tips to reducing pet anxiety on New Years Eve. 

We wish you and your loved ones (furry and human alike) a very happy holidays!  

 The holiday season is a time of giving thanks and spending time with friends, family and most importantly our beloved dogs. ZenCrate has taken it upon ourselves to collect a handful of helpful tips to keep your four-legged loved ones safe during the hustle and bustle. 

Creating a Safe-Haven

When planning your holiday parties, keep in mind your pets need a place to relax and destress from all the excitement. Create a safe-haven filled with a few toys, water, and a comfortable place for your pets to retreat to if they are feeling overwhelmed. 

No Sneaking Table Food

As tempting as it may be to treat your pets to a few table scraps, it’s best to avoid that due to the digestive problems caused from human food. As much we may find it harmless, if every person who attends your party slips a piece of food to your pet, it could cause upset stomach and a very untimely veterinary bill.

Dangerous Holiday Plants

Mistletoe, holly, and poinsettia plants are extremely poisonous when ingested and can cause your furry friends severe nausea and even diarrhea. The good thing is that there are plenty great of artificial plants made from silk or plastic to choose from! 

Hazardous Décor 

From tinsel, to tree ornaments it’s important for these holiday essentials to be kept high and out of reach from your pets. Tinsel and broken ornaments can cause potentially cause intestinal blockage.  

Here at ZenCrate, we strive to create and ensure our pets are as safe and relaxed during the busy holiday time as possible. We hope you and your furry ones have a wonderful and safe holiday season filled with lots of holiday cheer and treats!