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    One of my cats is positively addicted to ribbon - and it's absolutely one of the worst things a cat can eat. So we've made some small adjustments to our holidays: we just don't use curling ribbon any more. Those stick-on bows hold no interest for our kitty, and hey, they're less work anyway. Besides ribbon, the holidays abound with danger for pets. From holiday plants to holiday treats, it seems like there's something Grinch-y lurking around every corner for poor Mr. Fluffykins. Protecting your pet from holiday hazards is really easy, though -- when you know what to watch out for. Click through for 7 tips for keeping pets safe during the holidays! - By Joslyn Gray

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      "Christmas tree varieties such as pine, spruce and fir contain essential oils and resins that may produce gastrointestinal irritation and minor nervous system depression if ingested in large enough quantities," says ASPCA animal poison control specialist Dana Farbman, CVT. The ASPCA also notes that preservatives used to keep tree water fresh can be toxic, and in any case stagnant tree water is a ... more 
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      Watch out for Pine Needles
      "Christmas tree varieties such as pine, spruce and fir contain essential oils and resins that may produce gastrointestinal irritation and minor nervous system depression if ingested in large enough quantities," says ASPCA animal poison control specialist Dana Farbman, CVT. The ASPCA also notes that preservatives used to keep tree water fresh can be toxic, and in any case stagnant tree water is a breeding ground for bacteria--so don't let your pets sip that water. less 

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