- Ensure that your exterior gates are closed properly and built in a way that your pet cannot get out.
- Check fences and hedges everyday for holes and gaps.
- Clear balconies of clutter so that your pets can run about on them.
- Move your car only when you are sure that your pet is not under or near it.
- Before mowing the lawn, make sure your pet is safely indoors as they might be frightened by the noise of the mower.
- Ensure that pesticides, fertilizers and other chemicals are locked and stored away.
- Inside the house, make sure that cables, wires, and cupboards are secured and tucked away so the pet is not enticed to play with them.
"Pet-Proofing" Your Home
A pet is like a small child. He/She is very curious and will investigate your home. You can allow them to do so, but you must ensure that various household items do not become a hazard for your pet. One should try to pet-proof your house before you bring the pet home. Here are a few tips that will help you pet-proof your house.
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