Pet-friendly holiday decorating tips

— Decorate your tree with beautiful, non-toxic, unbreakable objects. Substitute baby’s breath for tinsel (which can cause intestinal blockages if swallowed) and pretty bows for glass ornaments. You can order custom bows at crafts stores.

— Treat Christmas lights with Bitter Apple spray. Pets that bite bulbs can be electrocuted or require reconstructive surgery because of burns to the mouth.

— Give your pet’s sensitive nose a break. The scent of holiday potpourri and spice sachets can be overwhelming and even stressful.

— Anchor your tree to the wall or ceiling with fishing line.