Bringing home a newly adopted or rescued puppy but worried if your home is safe for them to move around without harming themselves? We bring to you a few tips on
pet-proofing your house to welcome your new furry family member.
1.Dogs aren't the only ones who need furniture rules Reclining furniture and rocking chairs can be really dangerous to pets.
Small dogs and puppies can get caught underneath, while you’re still stuck in the chair. They can fall off beds and couches too. Always be aware of where your dog is and if it's a safe place to be.
2. Watch the stairs.
Even if they’ve learned how to go up and down, they can still have an accident and fall down the stairs. That can be an issue with older dogs too, as they lose mobility in their senior years.
3. If it’s within their reach, your dogs think it's fair-game.
Don't allow your dogs easy access to kitchen counterPick up clothes, shoes, and tissues, or anything else lying around. Dogs can’t always tell a child’s toy from one of theirs either. Throw pillows, candles, coffee table decorations and house plants can all become targets. 4. Keep cords and wires away from the pet.
Don’t expect your puppy or dog to know that cords and wires aren’t toy ropes.
Power cords could electrocute your dog. You can buy special protectors for cords that are too easily accessible, but it might be a good idea to put away your favorite lamp until your dog is done teething and understands the house rules.
5. Make a clean sweep in your house.
Keep all cleaning products and chemicals like paint or nail polish remover in a safe place, away from your pet. Natural cleaning products can be poisonous to a dog. Put them out of reach, in a latched closet, or child-proof cupboard. Follow any instructions on product labels for safe use and storage. Don’t take the unnecessary risk that your dog won’t open the door, or get into packaging and containers. It's not uncommon for dogs to learn how to open cabinet doors under the sink, so if you're going to store cleaning products there be sure to get a lock for the cabinet doors.
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