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(((copied from newsletter and thought I would share)))

Christmas Hazards
During this holiday season watch your pets around the following items. These things can have serious consequences to your pets health.

Holiday Plants:Poinsettia, Christmas rose, Holly, Lilies and Mistletoe are toxic to dogs and cats.

Ribbons: Placing ribbons around your pets neck for the holiday season may cause them to choke.

Bubbling lights: Older forms of this decoration may contain methylene chloride, which is a highly toxi chemical.

Fire Salts: Contain chemicals that could be harmful to pets.

Angel Hair (spun glass): Can be irritating to eyes and skin, and could cause intestinal obstruction if eaten in large amounts.

Christmas tree water: Stagnant tree water or water containing perservatives could result in stomach upset if ingested.

Decoration Hooks: Can cause blockage and/or trauma to gastrointestinal tract if swallowed.

Styrofoam: Can cause your pet to choke if swallowed.

Ornaments: These can look like toys to dogs and cats, but if they break them it could lead to serious injury, especially if swallowed.

Tinsel: Can cause choking or internal trauma if swallowed.