Pet Safety Tips 

When walking with your furry friends, safety is paramount. Our pets rely on us to navigate busy streets and sidewalks, ensuring their well-being and the safety of those around us. That’s why we’ve partnered with valuable resources, like this comprehensive pedestrian safety guide, to provide pet owners with the tools and knowledge needed to keep every walk stress-free and secure.

The Pedestrian Safety Guide by Lever & Ecker, PLLC, is an essential resource for understanding how to stay safe while walking in busy areas. It offers practical tips for pet owners, covering key aspects like navigating crosswalks, understanding right-of-way laws, and ensuring your pet’s leash and behavior align with pedestrian safety standards. Explore the guide to create safer streets for you, your pets, and your community.

"Pedestrians are vulnerable road users with a high risk of catastrophic injury or death in motor vehicle accidents. Pedestrian safety is everyone’s responsibility. Drivers have a duty to follow traffic laws and use reasonable care to avoid hitting pedestrians. This guide talks about the pedestrian rights and how to stay safe as a pedestrian" ----Lever & Ecker PLLC Attorneys at Law

Home Safety for Pets
Tips Include:

• Secure harmful substances like cleaning supplies, medications, and certain plants toxic to pets (e.g., lilies, sago palms).

• Check for choking hazards, such as small toys or loose cords.

• Ensure your pet has a safe space to retreat to during stressful events like thunderstorms or gatherings.

Sources:

• ASPCA: Pet-Proofing Your Home

• Humane Society: Creating a Pet-Safe Environment

Outdoor Safety
Tips Include:

• Always supervise your pets outdoors to prevent escapes or encounters with wildlife.

• Use pet-safe fertilizers and avoid areas treated with harmful chemicals.

• Ensure pets have access to shade and fresh water during warm weather to prevent heatstroke.

Sources:

• AKC: Keeping Your Dog Safe Outdoors

• Old Farm Vet: Outdoor Safety 

Travel and Transportation Safety
Tips Include:

• Use a harness or crate to secure your pet in the car and prevent distractions.

• Never leave your pet unattended in a parked vehicle, as temperatures can rise dangerously fast.

• When flying, ensure you’re familiar with airline pet policies and choose the safest travel method for your pet’s size and temperament.

Sources:

• AVMA: Traveling with Pets

• Red Cross: Pet Travel Safety 

Seasonal and Holiday Safety
Tips Include:

• Protect pets from winter hazards like antifreeze spills, which are highly toxic, and keep walks short in freezing temperatures.

• During holidays, avoid giving pets unsafe foods (e.g., chocolate, grapes, fatty leftovers).

• Keep decorations, especially those with cords or small parts, out of reach.

Sources:

• ASPCA: Seasonal Safety Tips

• AKC: Holiday Safety Tips