Puppy Proofing Your home

Puppy Proofing Your Home

Hazards in your home may include:

 

DANGEROUS HOUSEHOLD ITEMS

o Medications (prescription and over-the-counter)
o Rat and Mouse Bait
o Disinfectants
o Tobacco Products
o Dental Floss
o Socks, Nylons, and Underwear

 

 

TOXIC PLANTS

o Many common houseplants such as aloe, ferns, palms, and philodendrons. 
o Cut flowers such as lilies, tulips, and azaleas.
o A complete list of toxic houseplants is available at the ASPCA website (www.aspca.org) or by calling the ASPCA Poison Control Center.

 

 

HARMFUL FOODS

o Chocolate
o Grapes and Raisins
o Onions
o Xylitol (common artificial sweetener in gum, mints, candy)

 

 

TROUBLE AREAS

o Doors, Windows, and Balconies: secure doors and windows so that pets cannot run away or get injured in a fall
o Electrical Cords: can cause electrocution if chewed while plugged into an outlet
o Fireplace: flames and ash can cause serious burns
o Toilets: toilet water is not healthy to drink. Remember to keep the lid closed.
o Washer and Dryer: your pet can easily crawl into the washer or dryer without your knowledge. Keep the appliance doors closed.

 

 

HAZARDS OUTSIDE THE HOME

o Antifreeze
o Pesticides
o Swimming pools and hot tubs

Ridgewood Office

320 E. Ridgewood Ave.
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
phone: (201) 447-6000

Midland Park Office

70 Goffle Rd.
Midland Park, NJ 07432
phone: (201) 445-0030

Whole Dog Grooming Salon

60 Goffle Rd.
Midland Park, NJ 07432
phone: (201) 447-6222