Here's how you can keep your pet safe this holiday season

Tidy that tinsel, check those bowls and leave your pet a bit of space to play by itself this holiday season.

Those are the big three tips from the Windsor/Essex County Humane Society.

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"The last thing you want is a trip to the vet on Boxing Day," said executive directorMelanieCoulter

Here's some ways you can help your pet have a stress free holiday season this year.

1. Skip the scraps

Coulter knows those puppy dog eyes are hard to turn down when they stare at you from underneath the table just as you're realizing there's a bit too much food on your plate.

She said as tempting as it might be turn those last bites into leftovers.

"Some of those can cause an upset stomach," said Coulter, especially food like chocolate that tends to by left around houses in December.

2. Let them be

If your household is welcoming in a new pet or you're celebrating with one that's been around for a while, Coulter said you should make sure they aren't overwhelmed.

"When you've got so many people visiting that's not always something pets like," said Coulter.

She suggests placing one of your pet's favourite toys inside of a large, quiet room so they don't get stressed out meeting all those unfamiliar family members.

3. Clean it up

Tinsel, trees and your kitty named Timmy are not meant for each other.

"Most people with pets have already figured out if they can climb the tree or not," Coulter said with a laugh.

"They've got gifts under the tree, the tree themselves have hazards," said Coulter, adding it might be a good idea to do a check of the house from your family pet's level to see what they can get into.