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You Can Create Your Own 95.7 BEN FM Pumpkin

As our slogan says, carve “anything you feel like!” But definitely use this stencil to carve an awesome  95.7 BEN FM pumpkin. This Halloween season, we have a really fun…

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NEW YORK, NEW YORK – OCTOBER 30: A carved pumpkin is part of a Halloween display in front of an Upper East Side home on October 30, 2020 in New…

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As our slogan says, carve "anything you feel like!" But definitely use this stencil to carve an awesome  95.7 BEN FM pumpkin.

This Halloween season, we have a really fun craft for you. You can now carve a BEN FM pumpkin. If your regular Halloween décor doesn't seem good enough, we get it. You need a BEN-FM-themed pumpkin to up your game.

There's no shortage of festive Halloween crafts to try with family and friends. We all know pumpkin carving is one of the best. Carving out pumpkins is an entertaining Halloween activity for all ages. There are so many pumpkin carving ideas that'll boost your spooky décor on October 31. But we think we have the best one.  Whether you're a beginner or an avid crafter, you can definitely pull off this design.

Make this Halloween a great one by carving yourself a BEN FM Pumpkin using this FREE pumpkin carving stencil.

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5 Tips To Keep Your Pets Safe During The Halloween Season

With Halloween quickly approaching, it is important to remind pet parents of the potential hazards that are present this time of year -- and it’s not just chocolate! We have tips to keep your pets safe during the Halloween season.

The usual culprit is all the candy. The chocolate, if you will. There's more to it, though! If you have pets, you may not realize the hidden hazards of the Halloween season.

Dr. Amber Karwacki of Heart + Paw’s Callowhill location, has shared her top tips to keep our furry family members safe this season.

“Pets may behave differently on Halloween as they are not used to the amount of foot traffic, costumes, and decorations that come with the holiday,” says Dr. Karwacki. “As pet parents, we must take care to protect our furry family members from the potential hazards that Halloween can bring.”

Below are Dr. Karwacki’s top 5 Halloween tips that will keep your furry friend safe this year:

Founded in 2018, Heart + Paw is one of the fastest-growing veterinary care, grooming, and dog daycare center groups in the country. Our mission is to be partners in pet parenthood, helping four-legged family members live longer, healthier, and happier lives while also addressing the health, wealth, and mental well-being of practice staff.

Hide The Candy

Barkfest Halloween Dog Costume Contest

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We all know we should keep candy away from our pets, but bowls of candy left on the ground for eager trick-or-treaters and kids dumping out their Halloween loot on the floor may pose a risk we hadn’t considered. This time of year it is especially important to keep candy bowls and bags away from curious pets.

Be Careful with Costumes and Decorations

Barkfest Halloween Dog Costume Contest

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It can be super cute to dress up our pets for Halloween, but it might not be the best idea. Pet costumes can cause stress and confusion for our furry family members, which could lead to other accidents like an injured paw. Additionally, keep the decorations out of your pet’s reach. The last thing we want to do on Halloween is take a trip to the vet because they ingested something they weren’t supposed to.

Keep ID Tags On

Costumed Pooches Prance In Annual Halloween Dog Parade In New York City

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Make sure your pet is wearing a tag with up to date information like phone numbers and address, and that their microchip information is current. Opening the door repeatedly to greet trick-or-treaters may make it easy for a pet to get out unnoticed, so make sure your pet can be identified if lost.

Know the Signs of Stress in Your Pet

Doggy-Halloween In Hong Kong

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Even if you are taking all the precautions on Halloween night, there is still a chance that this can stress your pet out. Many of our pets are not used to being around lots of people, and this may trigger anxiety and stress in your pet. Be sure to keep an eye on your pet during the chaos of trick-or-treating, and be sure to bring up any concerns with your veterinarian prior to Halloween.

Keep Fluffy Inside

The Rock 'n' Roll Los Angeles Halloween Half-Marathon Benefitting The ASPCA

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This is especially important if your dog or cat is black, as there will likely be more traffic than usual, both by foot and by car. The safest place for a pet to be with all the excitement of Halloween is inside in a nice quiet room.

Gina Cosenza is a digital content coordinator for Beasley Media Group Philadelphia. She has been with the company for a year, writing and assisting with all things social. As a content creator in Philadelphia, Gina covers all things Philly sports, food, music, and lifestyle