Christmas pet care, all wrapped up
Whether you’re calm, concerned or it’s a critical emergency, we’re here for you this festive period.
Do you need help?
Critical?
If disaster strikes, call us any time throughout the night, weekend or Bank Holiday.
Concerned?
Concerned but not sure if it’s serious? Chat to us from home with Video Vets Now, just £24.
Calm?
If your pet is completely fine, you can focus on preventing emergencies with our pet advice page.
Protecting your pet from Christmas hazards
With lots of batteries, brandy, toys and tinsel around, Christmas can be dangerous for pets. Our veterinary teams always see a rise in emergency cases during the festive period.
Here’s how you can keep your pets safe and avoid an emergency.
Keeping your dog safe
Christmas time is filled with hazards that could make your dog ill - some you may never have heard of!
View our infographic
Stay in the know
How much chocolate could make your dog seriously ill? Find out the risk to different dog breeds.
View our infographic
Keeping your cat safe
Christmas time is filled with hazards that could make your cat ill - some you may never have heard of!
View our infographicChristmas advice for dog and cat owners
13 foods that are poisonous to dogs
Read more
Dog chocolate toxicity calculator
Try our calculator
Foods that are poisonous to cats
Read more
A guide to cat-proofing your Christmas tree
Read our guide
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