The holiday season is filled with joyful times with loved ones — including our pets! Simple preparation is recommended to minimize potential health and safety hazards for our pets in order to avoid expensive pet insurance claims during the winter holidays.

Holiday festivities increase the opportunity for pets to get their paws on harmful foods, drinks and decorations.The most common toxic treats that Nationwide insured pets ingested last holiday season were chocolates, nuts and raisins.

Holiday pet illnesses cost millions

Last year, Nationwide pet insurance members spent more than $41 million on medical conditions commonly associated with the holiday season.

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