{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"#196 This Holiday Are You Barking Up The Wrong Tree","description":"In this episode of the&amp;nbsp;Focused Healthy Family podcast, Gina and Don dive into an important but often overlooked topic\u2014how to keep pets safe, calm, and healthy during the holiday season. Using expert guidance from NC State University\u2019s \u201cHolidays and Pets: How to Keep Them Safe This Season\u201d tips, they unpack the common holiday hazards pet owners should know about, along with simple, proactive ways to protect your furry family members. From dangerous holiday foods and decorations to travel stress, unexpected visitors, and changes in routine, Gina and Don share the ups and downs of navigating the holidays with pets. They talk about real-life experiences, challenges families face, and practical strategies to help prevent accidents, support pet anxiety, and create a safe environment during this chaotic time of year. Whether you\u2019re caring for a older pet, a new puppy, or a sensitive rescue animal, this episode is full of helpful holiday pet safety tips, stress-reduction strategies, and family-friendly advice to keep everyone\u2014including your four-legged loved ones\u2014feeling grounded and connected. ASPCA -  https:\/\/www.aspca.org\/pet-care\/general-pet-care\/holiday-safety-tips  Holidays and Pets: How to Keep Them Safe This Season - Article #FocusedHealthyFamily #HolidayPetSafety #PetWellness #FamilyCaregiving #HolidayStress #PetSafetyTips #NCStateUniversity #SafeHolidays #PetHealth #FamilyPodcast #GinaAndDon #MindfulHolidays #PetsAndFamilies ","author_name":"Focused Healthy Family Podcast","author_url":"http:\/\/focusedhealthyfamily.libsyn.com\/website","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39228640\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/196061930"}