Halloween: A Survival Guide for Cat Parents

Let’s be real: Halloween is a nightmare for cats. Flashing lights, weird noises, and strangers in costumes? That’s a feline horror movie. If you’re decorating, keep the stringy stuff and candles way out of reach—cats have zero respect for your design choices and will absolutely try to eat them. Flameless candles are your friend. Outdoor cats? Sorry, it’s lockdown season. Even if your cat thinks they’re a panther, Halloween is prime time for them to get spooked and lost. Trick-or-treaters are basically a parade of chaos, so either hand out candy outside or barricade your cat in a quiet room with snacks, water, and their favorite hiding spot. And please, keep the candy away—xylitol and wrappers are a hard no. Microchip and tag your cat, just in case. Halloween is fun for us, but for cats, it’s survival mode. Let’s keep them safe so they can judge us from the comfort of the couch. #CatSafety #HalloweenTips #PetCare #Pets