[nagdu] holiday safety

[Steven Johnson]

Julie, great tips to pass along.  In fact, on Monday, one of my Social
Worker co-workers came over to my office and told me about a picture her
husband just sent her on her phone.  Of course it was of their Christmas
tree with every present torn to bits under it.  Their naughty chocolate lab
had previously discovered a box of chocolate covered cherries in one of the
presents and remembered, and then later, proceeded to open every present and
tear them to bits.  Although not a guide, these tips are well taken and I am
forwarding them to her:)

Thanks,

Steve


-----Original Message-----
From: nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org [mailto:nagdu-bounces at nfbnet.org] On Behalf
Of Julie J.
Sent: Wednesday, December 14, 2011 10:54 AM
To: NAGDU Mailing List, the National Association of Guide Dog Users
Subject: [nagdu] holiday safety


      Heya all!


I'm still here and still reading.  I thought I'd send this quick 
reminder about special concerns around the holidays.  I don't think 
everything on the below list is particularly applicable to  guide dogs.  
I mean I'd hope by the time a dog is working as a guide that it would 
have learned not to chew on electrical cords.  Still it's good info. I 
took this excerpt from:
http://www.akc.org/public_education/holiday_safety.cfm

Christmas

    * Holly, mistletoe and poinsettia plants are poisonous to dogs. Make
      sure they are kept in places your dog cannot reach.
    * Do not put lights on the lower branches of your tree. They may get
      very hot and burn your dog.
    * Watch out for electrical cords. Pets often try to chew them and
      get badly shocked or electrocuted. Place them out of reach.
    * Avoid glass ornaments, which break easily and may cut a dog's feet
      or mouth.
    * Do not use edible ornaments, or cranberry or popcorn strings. Your
      dog may knock the tree over in an attempt to reach them.
    * Keep other ornaments off the lower branches; if your dog chews or
      eats an ornament, he can be made sick by the materials or paint.
    * Both live and artificial tree needles are sharp and indigestible.
      Keep your tree blocked off (with a playpen or other "fence") or in
      a room that is not accessible to your dog.
    * Tinsel can be dangerous for dogs. It may obstruct circulation and,
      if swallowed, block the intestines.
    * Keep burning candles on high tables or mantels, out of the way of
      your dog's wagging tail.
    * Review canine holiday gifts for safety. Small plastic toys or
      bones may pose choking hazards.
    * Your dog may want to investigate wrapped packages; keep them out
      of reach.

Happy Holidays!
Julie

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