Puppies are simply irresistible. Their wagging tails, loving eyes, and playful behavior will always leave you with a warm and fuzzy feeling. If you just made yourself a puppy-owner for the first time, get ready for fun moments with your furry pet.
Your puppy will depend on you for food, water, protection, affection, and just about everything. And part of being a responsible pet owner is to make your home puppy-proof. Here’s how you can get started:
Before bringing your puppy to your home, ensure you have all the essentials. These include the following:
Having a crate is optional for puppy owners. This can be helpful for those who can’t supervise their pets directly or at all times. When introduced properly and positively, a crate can also be a safe and relaxing place for puppies.
Your puppy would likely want to be where everyone is: the living area. It’s also in this place where you can comfortably play and cuddle with your new pet.
To start the dog-proofing process, remove anything valuable or breakable that can be chewed up or accidentally destroyed by a curious and high-energy puppy. The children’s toys should also be out of reach, especially tiny pieces that can be a choking hazard to your pet.
If you want to give your puppy free reign of other home areas, potentially dangerous items must be hidden or covered. Again in the living area, run cables through the walls or lift the cords out of your pet’s reach. You can also block access to other parts of the house with wirings. Place sharp objects like garden shears and cutters in a cabinet with a latch to protect your new pup. Know what’s in your puppy’s line of sight and remove all the harmful objects.
Inside and outside your home, consider having trash cans with locking lids or those that aren’t easily knocked over. For puppies, these bins can be a new world to explore and find things to chew on.
Generously-spaced homes like those in Camella Monticello can give puppies a vast room to breathe and play. But eventually, pups can discover those multiple escape routes. Prevent yours from getting away by having your gates and fences securely locked. If you prefer the windows open, having window screens can be another protective barrier.
If your home has a balcony, keep your pet off it unless you can watch him or her closely. The safest balconies for pets, including cats and other domesticated animals, are those with screened-in enclosures. An example of this is a cat patio (or “catio”) where kittens can safely access the outdoors.
Pet-proofing your home is one of the crucial steps to becoming a dutiful “pawrent.” Follow the above tips to start making your home a pet-safe place.
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