How to dog-proof your Christmas tree

By Simon Bennett, Managing Director at insurer petGuard

With Christmas just around the corner, many people are eagerly decorating their homes. Afterall, no home is complete without a Christmas tree. However, something strange and new popping up in pet’s home like a Christmas tree can be a prime target for a spot of exploring.

During Christmas, dogs can get very excited, much like humans. For owners of larger dogs, the wagging tail could cause a problem. A solution to this is attaching a fishing line from the Christmas tree to either the wall or ceiling to help secure it in place. A nice heavy base should also do the trick.

Plenty of Christmas trees across the country will be decorated with chocolates and candy canes, but any form of edible treats on the tree is not a good idea with a hungry pup around – especially chocolate.

Having a Christmas tree in the house is magical and by taking extra caution, you can make sure both you and your pet can enjoy Christmas.

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