To Charlie Cook concerning trees: Generally, Christmas trees are not harmful. But be careful not to put any "tree preservers" in the water - because then we have a MAJOR PROBLEM. Also watch out for those beautiful poinsettias - they can cause severe GI distress in animals who chew on them. Holly berries can also be very upsetting tothe GI tract. Merry Christmas, everyone!! Bruce Williams, DVM [log in to unmask] (Still catching up on backlogged FML's) [Posted in FML issue 0669]