(BPT) - With the holiday season fast approaching, it's easy to get caught up in the chaos.
If you're worried about how you and your pet can enjoy the festivities safely, you're not alone. A recent Rover survey of U.S. pet parents found that nearly two-thirds (62%) of pet parents wish they knew more about how to keep their pets out of trouble this holiday season.
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