Media Advisory - Pet Safety Week 2012 - A Tip a Day to Keep Your Pets Safe

TORONTO, Oct. 25, 2012 /CNW/ - As part of the first annual Pet Safety Week, from October 22 - 28 Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited (Toronto Hydro) & the Toronto Humane Society will be sharing daily tips to help pet owners keep their family pets safe.

TODAY's TIP:  Keep pets and plants away from each other.

Plants that are not toxic to people, like chrysanthemums,  hibiscus, those in the Easter lily family, and mistletoe, may cause medical problems in pets, such as renal failure, irregular heartbeats, cardiac shock and even death. Don't forget about hanging plants that can be jumped onto from nearby surfaces.

There are many hazards that pet owners may not be aware of. From poisonous plants to dangling electric cords, bored cats and dogs are more likely to find ways to get into trouble.  There are few resources available for new and seasoned pet owners on overall safety. Pet Safety Week will arm pet owners with simple strategies on how to stay safe year-round. In years to follow, Pet Safety Week will take place the second last week of October.

For more facts and tips throughout the week watch out for our daily advisories. Visit us online at Twitter (@torontohydro or @THS_tweet), Facebook or torontohydro.com

SOURCE: Toronto Hydro Corporation

Tanya Bruckmueller, Toronto Hydro
[email protected]
T: 416-542-2621
C: 416-903-0440

Emma Sharpe, Toronto Hydro
[email protected]
T: 416-542-2654
C: 416-903-7823

Barbara Steinhoff, Toronto Humane Society
Director, Communications
[email protected]   
T: 416-392 2273 Ext. 2149
C:647-938-9053