Fireworks, costumes, the door ringing constantly with trick or treaters, Halloween is a scary and noisy time for the furry people in our lives.

For a lot of families, this year will be the first they'll share with the four-legged member of their family and there are some simple tips we can all follow to make sure it's as safe as possible.

Speaking to Dermot and Dave, Gillian Bird from the DPSCA explained why now is the time to make sure your pet is microchipped and the dangers around the house at this time of year that you might not even think of!

You can catch Gillian's tips to keep your pet safe this Halloween by clicking play above.