PETS ARE FAMILY, TOO! by Dr. Angela Clark HOLIDAY PRECAUTIONS Take care with Christmas lights and decorations. Pets like This is a medical emergency. Likewise, a lot of the baked to chew on the cords which can cause electrocution leading goods contain chocolate or other potential toxins such as to severe burns in the mouth or even death. Cats love to eat Macadamia nuts, raisins, etc. Always keep food, baked goods and chew on tinsel. This can get stuck in their intestines and and candy out of your pets reach. cause a blockage leading to loss of appetite and vomiting.If you have any question, please call Knoll Animal Hospital This is a medical emergency. Electrical cords should be at 630-668-1478 Our dedicated staff at 565 E. St. Charles covered, or the tree and lighting kept safely out of your pet's Road at the corner of Schmale and St. Charles Road would reach. be happy to answer any questions about your pets' health. We also need to be careful with our food. This is the time of year where we are baking a lot of goodies, making Have a safe holiday season for yourself and your pets! special homemade dinners that can be high in fat. If our Happy Holidays from Knoll Animal Hospital! pets get into these foods, it can cause pancreatitis. Signs of pancreatitis are vomiting, diarrhea, painful belly and lethargy. www.knollanimalhospital.com