While we humans tend to get excited and go romping out into the neighborhood with our trick-or-treat bags in hand, cats and dogs don’t always enjoy this fun spirit of Halloween. As we frolic through the fallen leaves, ring doorbells and bring home all the rewards of sweet treats, many of our animal companions are finding this time quite stressful. Unlike us, most pets don't know that the costumes and sounds are just make-believe and that the frightfulness behind that frightfully fun attire are just that. So, when you open the door to trick-or-treaters, be prepared that your pet may panic, maybe even when you dress up in your Halloween costume. There are some simple tips to help you take some precautions beforehand to prepare for this fun night. How to Make Your Agitated Pets Feel Safe One of the best ways to keep your pet safe (and perhaps also visitors) is to remove your pet from the situation completely, especially if you are having a party in your home, or if you expect a lot of trick-or-treaters to come to your door. You could kennel your animal somewhere else for the night, if necessary, in order to keep them away from all the commotion. Or, if you have a quiet room in your home, you could put him or her in the room with some food, water and perhaps some favorite toys or a treat, and designate the room as "off limits" to guests. This is especially true if you know cat or dog is normally skittish around people. Not all animals freak out from all the holiday hoopla....some love it just as much, if not more, than we do. So here are some tips to allow your people loving, socialite pet get involved in all the festivities in a safe, sane manner: Allow them to enjoy your visitors, but from a distance. You may notice that your pet is not bothered by the Halloween costumes at all. Maybe your puppy or kitty likes to go to the door and welcome your guests. While this is wonderful, some children are frightened of pets. You will also need to be sure that he or she does not dart out the door while you’re