On Halloween, households across the country are planning costumes, stocking up on candy and decking their homes with cobwebs, ghosts and Jack-o'-lanterns.

While the holiday is fun for kids and adults, it can bring real risks for pets, according to animal care staff.

From constant doorbell rings to tempting chocolate stashes, Oct. 31 can turn into a real scare for dogs and cats.

To help make Halloween safe and stress-free for pet owners, Best Friends Animal Society, a leading national animal welfare organization working to end the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters and take the country no-kill*, shared tips to keep furry friends protected this spooky season.

Best Friends stressed the importance of ensuring all pets are microchipped and wearing updated ID tags. Other tips to

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