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The kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and even family room hold a world of mystery and temptation for any dog - there's always something to do.

But while gnawing on the sofa cushions is a relatively harmless canine pursuit - despite the sure scolding from his human companions - chewing on or otherwise investigating other household objects may prove to be deadly.

Room by Room

Family Room, Dining Room and Bedroom Hazards: All holds the allure and danger of loose electrical wires, curtains, blind cords, etc.


TIPS

  • Anything that should be kept from a child's hands should also be bundled, stored or tied beyond a dog's access.

  • Use cayenne pepper spray or any bitter tasting or foul-smelling repellent available at pet stores to make certain areas less than tempting for your dog (to train him to stay off couches and beds).

  • Use a nylon chew toy or wet, knotted towel left overnight in the freezer to provide soothing relief for a teething puppy.

  • Never buy toys and treats in the shape of shoes or clothes.

  • Don't use old clothes or shoes as toys.

  • Use latex, nylon, hard plastic and rawhide chew toys and bones.

Kitchen Hazards

  • Sharp cooking and cleaning utensils

  • Poisonous detergents

  • Sharp aluminum cans

  • Choking and suffocation hazards such as discarded chicken bones and plastic bags

  • Shattered glass or dish


TIPS

  • Lock cabinets where plastic bags and detergents are stored.

  • Keep cutlery and dishes away from a dog's access.

  • Hide garbage bags out of sight.

  • Be vigilant about cleaning up messes.

  • Teach your dog to keep out of the kitchen—or any room—at your command to allow you the time to clean up breakages and spills.

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Bathroom Hazards

  • Medications

  • Air fresheners

  • Personal-care products

  • Open toilet seat


TIPS

  • Keep all medications, air fresheners and personal-care products out of a dog's way.

  • Keep the lid down on the toilet when you aren't around (smaller dogs may fall in). Also, most toilet tank fresheners are poisonous, so remove them, find a pet-friendly product or keep the lid closed altogether.

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Garage Hazards

  • Paint

  • Chemicals

  • Motor oil

  • Sharp tools

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