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Jacqueline Boyd, Senior Lecturer in Animal Science, Nottingham Trent University

Perfect pet presents this Christmas, and ones to avoid – from an expert in animal welfare

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Pets are increasingly viewed as integral family members. This often means owners want to offer their pets the same experiences as our human friends and family. But the holidays can bring added stress, worry and uncertainty for some pets, including noise, visitors, altered routines and potential exposure to dangerous foods, toys and decorations.

Vets report that Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year – and a festive vet visit is the gift everyone wants to avoid. So, it’s a good idea to do some careful management and preparation to keep pets – and the people around them – safe during the seasonal break.

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