Keeping Pets Safe, Calm, and Happy During the Holidays

A Guide for Pet Professionals

By: The PawTree Staff

The holiday season brings joy and excitement, but it can also be stressful for pets. For professionals like you, it’s an opportunity to support clients and their fur babies. Here are some tips to help pets thrive:

1. Promote Exercise and Mental Stimulation

Encourage your clients to keep their pets physically and mentally active during the holiday season. As a professional, you can offer tailored advice or services to ensure pets are getting the stimulation they need. 

• Dog Trainers: Suggest fun training sessions that double as exercise, like holiday-themed tricks or mental stimulation exercises.
• Cat Trainers: Recommend interactive toys or laser pointer games to keep cats entertained during the hustle and bustle.

A well-exercised pet is calmer and more prepared to handle the holiday bustle.

2. Educate Clients on Safe Treats and Hazardous Foods

Holiday treats are everywhere, but many common foods can be dangerous to pets.

• Veterinary Assistants: Share lists of toxic foods (e.g., chocolate, grapes, macadamia nuts) and share healthy holiday treat options!
• Trainers: Offer pet-friendly treats as a reward during sessions or recommend recipes for holiday-themed snacks clients can bake at home.

This guidance helps protect pets while also strengthening trust between you and your clients.

3. What about relaxation?

Holiday guests and changes in routine can overwhelm pets. Encourage clients to create a safe space for their furry friends:

• Suggest enrichment activities like puzzle feeders or hiding spots in the sanctuary area to keep fur babies entertained and stress-free, recommend calming solutions!

Positioning yourself as a resource for stress management strategies can enhance your reputation as a compassionate professional.

4. Recommend Stress-Relieving Supplements

The holidays can be a stressful time for pets, with loud noises, unfamiliar guests, and changes in routine. Help your clients manage their pets’ stress levels by recommending safe, effective stress-relief options. Ingredients like CBD, hemp, and chamomile are well known for their calming properties and can make a big difference for anxious pets.

Here are a few tried-and-true products to suggest:

• CBD Mega: CBD chews that support relaxation and overall well-being.
• Chillax: Hemp-based chews designed to calm pets during high-stress situations.
• Chillax to the Max: A CBD bone perfect for dogs needing extended stress relief.

As a pet professional, you have the opportunity to enhance your services and income by integrating pet supplements into your offerings. These products can improve pets’ health and behavior, making the holiday season more enjoyable for both pets and their families. 

For instance, pawTree offers a petPro opportunity that allows professionals to share premium pet products with clients, earning commissions ranging from 15% to 45%. This partnership enables you to provide premium supplements while benefiting financially.

5. Offer a Holiday ‘Spaw’ Experience

The holidays are a great time to pamper fur babies:

• Groomers: You can share premium products like soothing paw balm treatments or calming massages
• Trainers: Teach pet parents simple massage techniques to reduce stress at home.
• Veterinary Assistants: Recommend gentle grooming or paw care routines to enhance pets’ comfort in colder months.

Elevate your services with a personal touch, like a personalized holiday thank-you card—a thoughtful gesture that not only pet parents will love, but it strengthens your connection with pet parents who value extra care for their fur babies.

As we know the holidays are all about joy and connection, and as a pet professional, you play a vital role in making this season special for pets and their families. By sharing these thoughtful touches and your expertise, you’ll keep pets happy and stress-free while building trust and solidifying your role as a valued partner in their care.