How To Make Your Home Dog Ready!
Dogs won't stop at anything. They will investigate all the exciting things life has to offer and never once think of the consequences. The average house or yard are full of exciting attractions for any dog and could lead them into a lot of trouble. This is particularly true when you get a new dog since they'll be eager to explore their new surroundings. Be sure to dog-proof your home and you and your dog will both be happy and healthy!
Maximum Security
If you have a yard that you plan on letting your dog run around in, make sure you have strong fencing. Check for any lose poles or weak breaks in the fence. Don't forget that dogs can dig under the fence and escape. The last thing you want is for your dog to slip under the fence and get away. For a small dog a 4 foot high fence should be adequate, and a 6 foot fence should hold a large dog. Make sure you keep an eye on your dog for the first couple months while they play in the yard. Swimming pools should also be fenced and covered.Garages and ShedsGarages and sheds are filled with oil spills, sharp objects, pesticides and other things your dog might think of as toys or food. Make sure that your dog can't get into these types of things. Common objects such as fertilizers, rodent baits, paint, insect sprays, anti-freeze and oil can all poison your dog. You may not be aware that some of these things can leak from the car or lawn mowers and leave puddles on the ground. Make sure that they are cleaned up and no where near your dog.
Garden Salads
Your garden may leave you with a gourmet of fruits and vegetables but can be harmful to your dog. Be sure to remove all toxic plants including poinsettia, rhubarb, apricots, oleander, potatoes, foxgloves, azaleas, rhododendrons and tomatoes. Also keep your yard free of sticks that can be chewed. These could perforate their palate, throat or intestine. Give your dog toys that are safe for dogs instead!
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