Keep a record of the product used and in case of accidental poisoning, contact your veterinarian immediately. The initial signs of chocolate poisoning are those of stomach upset, vomiting, and diarrhea. As little as one ounce of baking chocolate or eight ounces of milk chocolate can kill a 10-pound dog. Like other poisonings, chocolate poisoning requires emergency medical treatment. Chicken and turkey bones can get stuck or can pierce holes in any portion of the digestive tract.
Rich foods can cause sudden pancreatitis or bloat.
Keep holiday meals, leftovers, and table scraps out of reach of your pet. Outdoor pets can withstand fairly cold temperatures if they have shelter from wind and rain and have bedding to insulate them from the cold ground. Avoid electrical heating devices that could electrocute your pet if they got wet or were chewed. Outdoor pets need extra food in cold weather to generate body heat, and they need access to water that is not frozen. Keep your pet's feet clean and dry.