How to Prepare Your Small Pet for the 7th Month Ghost Festival (Yes, Really) 🐹✨
In Singapore, the 7th lunar month is the Hungry Ghost Festival. Families make offerings, burn incense, and set out food for ancestors and wandering spirits. It is meaningful for many of us. If you keep small pets, you may notice they feel uneasy during this season.
Ghost Festival pets Singapore is a real topic for local owners. With a few thoughtful steps, your little ones can stay calm and safe.
What the Ghost Festival Means for Small Pets in Singapore 🏙️
During the 7th month, there can be incense smoke, candles, and lively getai stage performances. These are part of our culture, yet pets do not understand sudden sounds, smells, and movement near the home. Small pet care 7th month tips help you prepare ahead of time.
Smoke, Noise and Stress: What to Watch Out For 👀
Rats and Hamsters 🐭
- Very sensitive respiratory systems
- Incense smoke may trigger sneezing, wheezing, or red porphyrin around the eyes and nose
- Look for faster breathing, frequent nose rubbing, or reduced activity
Rabbits, Guinea Pigs and Chinchillas 🐰
- Loud or unexpected sounds, including music from getai, can cause anxiety
- Possible signs include hiding, restlessness, or changes in appetite
- Watch for tooth grinding, hunched posture, or reluctance to move
If you notice persistent symptoms, it is best to seek veterinary advice. Rats stress incense smoke is a known concern, so act early if you are unsure.
Simple Ways to Keep Your Pet Calm 🏡💤
- 🪟 Close windows during heavy incense hours, commonly in the evening
- 🌬️ Run an air purifier or a dehumidifier in the pet room to reduce lingering smoke and keep air fresh
- 🛖 Add extra hides, hammocks, and caves so pets have secure, enclosed spaces
- 🎵 Use white noise or soft background music to mask sudden outdoor sounds from getai or gatherings
- 🤗 Limit handling if they appear stressed, allow quiet time to settle
- 🧼 Refresh bedding more often during this month to keep the enclosure clean and comfortable
- 🕯️ Keep any candles or joss materials well away from enclosures and never in the same room due to strong scent
When to See a Vet 🩺
- Breathing that is fast, laboured, or noisy
- Persistent sneezing with discharge, or repeated wheezing
- Not eating or drinking for twelve hours or more
- Lethargy, hunched posture, or blue or pale gums
- Any sudden decline that does not improve after moving to a clean, quiet room with fresh air
If you are in doubt, call a small animal or exotics vet in Singapore for timely advice. Find the list here.
Helpful Products to Consider 🛒
- Air circulating cages for steady indoor airflow
- Cosy hides, hammocks, tunnels and caves to create safe zones
- Soft, dust controlled bedding that supports burrowing and comfort
- Mild cage cleaners that keep the environment fresh without harsh scents
Explore our curated picks in The One Pet shop to support calm and comfort during the season.
Join Our Community 🤝💬
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Final Thoughts 🌙
The Ghost Festival is part of Singapore culture. With a few small adjustments, your pets can stay safe and stress free through the 7th month. Close windows at key times, keep air clean, provide cosy hiding spots, and watch for early signs of stress. A calm home and a supportive community make all the difference.
