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Santa Paws is coming to town: How to pet-proof your Christmas tree
We are a nation of animal lovers, so it’s little surprise that many of us will have a furry friend at home with us this Christmas but it does mean there’s the obstacle of ensuring that your Christmas tree lasts the entirety of the festive season. Christmas tree favourites Pines and Needles have had lots of questions on how to pet-proof your Christmas tree. Pets are known for being curious, so they are bound to want to investigate what this big addition to the living room is but of course that shouldn’t put you off the idea of a real fir Christmas tree. Christmas tree expert and dog and cat mum herself, Veronika Kusak from Pines and Needles is on hand with her top tips to make sure your tree is pet-proofed this festive season.
Securely anchor your Christmas tree Your four-legged friend will undoubtedly be curious about your Christmas tree, and if it is not properly secured, it may tip and fall. If the tree falls, it could
injure your pet, break fragile ornaments or spill the tree water on the floor. Anchoring your tree will keep it in place throughout the festive season.
Leave your tree bare for a few days The incredible smell of a real Christmas tree will certainly spark an inquisitive pet’s investigative streak, so it’s a good idea to leave your tree bare for a few days to allow your dog to get used to the tree without risk of breaking any of your ornaments.
Hide electrical string lights and wires
Christmas is filled with lots of twinkly lights and colourful decorations, which all require wires. Make sure to keep wires out of sight and reach of your pet to discourage any chewing. The bright lights and colours may be tempting, so keep them out of reach to avoid your furry friend from coming to any harm.
Avoid tinsel
Bright, shiny tinsel definitely divides a room with its nostalgic charm, shall we say. It’s certainly
eye-catching and will more than likely attract the attention of your pet. For those with dogs and cats, it’s probably best to avoid this as they may ingest the tinsel, which can result in intestinal blockage and a worrying trip to the vets.
Keep tree water covered and out of the way Ensure that tree water is covered, so that your dog or cat is unable to drink from it. Not only do many people put fertilisers in, which can be toxic and upset your pet’s stomach but stagnant water is a prime
Spread some Christmas joy with elho’s top gift picks
The festive season is fast approaching and for many of us it’s a chance to show our loved ones just how much we care. Finding the perfect gift can be hard, but plant pot manufacturer, elho, has products that will fill nature loving friends and family with plenty of festive joy!
The perfect gift for interior lovers
Able to inject the home with pops of colour while giving plants a stylish new home, elho’s vibes range of pots offer a variety of on-trend colours, and beautiful shapes, that would make the
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perfect addition to any style-savvy, plant-loving home.
The vibes fold pot is a chic and sustainable vessel for beloved houseplants, with its organic round shape, trendy ribbed texture and beautiful pastel shades - including delicate pink, sorbet green, butter yellow, deep blue and silky white. Made from 100% recycled materials and produced from wind energy, the vibes fold is the perfect choice for eco-conscious horticulturalists. A vibrant must-have for cactus lovers this Christmas, the vibes fold mini pot measures just 9cm – smaller than its larger vibes fold counterpart - making it a dainty
and fun home for succulents, cacti or even herbs. Select one in each colour for the lucky recipient to group together on a shelf, mantel or a small nook to inject a subtle pop of colour and a hint of the outdoors.
Give plant parents a helping hand
Houseplant owners know all too well that making sure their plants receive the right amount of light is a struggle with natural daylight being limited during the winter, especially in north-facing properties. elho’s plant light care gives light loving plants a much- needed helping hand, making it
place for bacteria to grow, and in turn, your pet may end up with nausea or an upset stomach.
Place fragile ornaments higher up your tree Be warned - if your dog or cat knocks your Christmas tree, your favourite ornaments can be at risk! Put your delicate ornaments on sturdy branches at the top of your tree to avoid them getting knocked off and breaking.
Save the presents for Christmas morning Many people keep presents from
an ideal gift that will make green- fingered friends light up with glee. Manufactured with a custom- made coloured light by bulbo, the plant light care provides the perfect frequencies to best serve the needs of plants, providing them with the perfect environment for them to flourish and thrive. Plus, with its glacier grey, sage green and wood effect design, it’s the perfect fit for interior savvy plant lovers to tone in with their
friends and family under the tree until Christmas Day and because of how inviting they look under the tree, they will get the attention of pets. Wrapped presents may contain food that’s toxic for dogs such as chocolate, raisins, spiced nuts and more. It’s safest for your pet to keep wrapped presents out of reach until it’s time to open them.
To find out more about the range of festive products available from Pines and Needles, please visit
www.pinesandneedles.com
own specific design aesthetics.
Help make growing your own even easier For green fingered types, there’s nothing quite like the gift of something that will help them grow their own at home. With the space to fit different types and sizes of plants, elho’s brussels herb station provides a convenient way to grow and enjoy herbs. The openings at each side make it simple and easy to move the pots around and the stainless steel scissors make it a breeze to finely cut off sprigs to add aromatic flavours into dishes that will set those tastebuds alight! Why not gift it along with a selection of herbs to help friends and family kickstart their growing journey!
To find out more about elho, its products and commitment to sustainability, please visit
www.elho.com
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