Media Advisory - Pet Safety Week 2013 - A Tip a Day to Keep Your Pets Safe

TORONTO, Oct. 22, 2013 /CNW/ - As part of Pet Safety Week - October 20 - 26, Toronto Hydro-Electric System Limited ("Toronto Hydro") and the Toronto Humane Society are sharing daily tips to help pet owners keep their family pets safe.

TODAY's TIP: Secure all loose electrical cords - Be particularly vigilant during holidays (Halloween and Christmas)

The novel presence of decorative lights and electrical wiring can be tempting. Dangling cords may tempt young animals to pounce on them or chew them, putting them at risk of electrocution or potentially causing a fire. Tape any slack to the wall or tuck them out of sight, behind appliances. According to the American Kennel Club, an estimated 500,000 pets are affected by home fires every year. Nearly 1,000 of these home fires are accidently started by the homeowners' pets.

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 arms pet owners with simple strategies on how to stay safe year-round.

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/safety.

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Image with caption: "Secure all loose electrical cords - Be particularly vigilant during holidays (Halloween and Christmas) . The novel presence of decorative lights and electrical wiring can be tempting. Dangling cords may tempt young animals to pounce on them or chew them, putting them at risk of electrocution or potentially causing a fire. Tape any slack to the wall or tuck them out of sight, behind appliances. (CNW Group/Toronto Hydro Corporation)". Image available at: http://photos.newswire.ca/images/download/20131022_C5958_PHOTO_EN_32371.jpg

SOURCE: Toronto Hydro Corporation

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

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