How to Pet-Proof Your Home
How to Pet-Proof Your Home
A new pet parent must prepare their home for their new arrival just like any other new mom or dad. Pet-proofing your home is key to having a happy, healthy pet. The following tips can help ensure that your home is ready for your new four-legged family member.
Avoid Hazards. The first place you should check is under your sink, or anywhere else you keep household chemicals. The following poisons should be stashed in a pet-proof cabinet:
- House plants (dieffenbachia, philodendron, hyacinth)
- Pesticides
- Antifreeze
- Rat and mouse poisons
- Mothballs
- Fabric softener sheets
Other common household items can be poisonous to pets, and should be kept out of their reach:
- Medications
- Potpourri oils
- Cigarettes
- Coffee grounds
- Alcoholic drinks
- Chocolate!!
Surprisingly, even small doses of chocolate can be lethal for dogs. Symptoms of chocolate poisoning may include: vomiting, diarrhea, frequent urination, increased heart rate, convulsions and seizures. Vomit is a clear indicator of other types of poisoning. Tell your vet if your pet’s vomit has an odd odor, color, or consistency.
Arm Yourself for Accidents. If your pet does vomit, or has bathroom accidents as she adjusts to life in her new home, you will want to have on hand an enzyme cleaner for tackling pet messes. BISSELL’s Pet Stain & Odor Remover is ideal for cleaning up feces, urine and vomit. And if the thought of cleaning up pet accidents makes your stomach churn, consider bringing home a BISSELL SpotBot Pet before you bring home your new pet. Its hands-free operation does the dirty work for you!
For cats, hairballs are also a fact of life. Talk with your vet about lubricants, which will help your cat eliminate swallowed fur and prevent health problems, such as intestinal blockage.
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