Pets are a part of the family, but that doesn’t mean they should have the same rights as us in the home. What’s more, a home that is not prepared to welcome our beloved pets can be a safety hazard. Here are our tips to pet-proofing your home:
Bathrooms & Kitchen
- Keep the toilet lids closed at all times
- Place medications and toxic cleaners high up
- Block any small spaces pets could get stuck in
- Keep foods out of reach, especially foods toxic to animals, and foods with plastic wrappers
Family Room
- Do not leave any dangling cords within reach
- Some plants can be poisonous when consumed by animals, so move those plants out of reach or replace them with pet-friendly versions
Garage
- Always check beneath and behind your car before driving out
- Move all vehicle chemicals to high shelving
- Clean any oil spills off the floor
- Keep all tools and sharp objects out of reach
Bedrooms
- Keep laundry and shoes behind closed doors to avoid entangling in laces
- Keep any medications and lotions in your bedside drawer
- Move any electrical wires out of reach
