We always worry about black cats on Halloween because our black cat, Cinder Mittens, was so special to our family. If you have a black cat, keep it inside for the week before Halloween too. Many black cats are pet-napped around Halloween by pranksters who may abuse them. Most shelters won’t let people adopt black cats in October. It’s our job to protect our pets all the time but especially when there are holidays that scare our pets or can be dangerous for our pets. If noisy, loud kids in costumes scare your pet, put him/her in a quiet room away from the front door. Don’t let them (dog, cat, bird, critter, reptile, or horse!) eat any of your Halloween candy – put it where they can’t reach it. Give them treats made for pets. Keep pets away from candles. Make it a safe and happy Halloween for you and your pets!