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Pet proofing your home

Just as parents ‘childproof’ their home, so should pet owners ‘petproof’ theirs. Four-legged members of the family, like infants and small children, are naturally curious and love to explore their environment with their paws, claws and mouths. But they can’t know what is dangerous and what is not... so it’s up to you to make your home a safe haven. The following tips can help ensure that your pet enjoys a long, happy and accident-free life in your care.


 
All around the house
 
Screen windows to guard against falls.
Don’t let young pets out on balconies, upper porches or high decks.
Many house plants, including dieffenbachia, elephant ear, spider plants and more are poisonous if eaten. Remove them or put them out of reach in hanging baskets.
Puppies love to chew when they’re teething, so unplug, remove or cover electrical cords.
Don’t leave a room unattended where a fire is lit or a space heater is being used.
Plastic bags may be fun to play with, but they can suffocate.
If your pet can put something in his mouth, he probably will. Don’t leave small, sharp, easily swallowed objects lying around.

 

In the garage
 

Pets like the smell and taste of antifreeze and windshield washer. Tightly cover their containers and wipe up any spills.
Paint, gasoline and other dangerous chemicals should be stored out of reach.

 
In the kitchen, laundry room & bathroom
 
Never leave burners or irons on unattended.
Dangerous household chemicals such as bleach and ammonia should be stored out of your pet’s reach.
Close washer and dryer lids-your pet might climb in and become trapped.
Keep toilet lids down - small pets can actually drown, if they fall in.
Medicines, shampoo, suntan lotions and other personal care items can kill your pet. Make sure he can’t get hold of them.

 
Out in the yard
 
Some outdoor plants, like ivy and oleander, can be poisonous to pets.
Keep pets away from lawns and gardens treated with chemicals.
Store garden tools and chemicals securely. Keep garden sheds locked.
Cover swimming pools and hot tubs - your pet might fall in and not be able to get out.
 
 
Dog-gone disasters
 
Eliminate hooks or similar objects placed at your dog’s shoulder height - his collar or harness could become tangled and he could choke.
A tall perimeter or invisible electrical fence around your property will minimize the risk of your dog running out into traffic or roaming far from home.

 
Home for the holidays
 
Tinsel and icicles, Christmas tree lights and glass ornaments will be sure to tempt your pet’s curiosity - but all could be lethal if chewed or swallowed.
Poinsettia, holly and mistletoe are poisonous to your pets.
 

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