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 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.
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. |
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 kitchen, laundry room & bathroom
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