Is Your Home Pet-Safe?
Whether you are a new pet owner or have owned pets for years, familiarizing yourself with these valuable safety tips will help keep your pets safe at home.
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Be sure your pets wear an ID tag or are injected with a micro-chip so that you can be easily reunited if separated during an emergency.
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Secure loose electrical wires to baseboards to deter your pet from dangerous chewing.
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Place household chemicals, plants and breakable items out of reach on high shelves.
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Keep pets out of the kitchen while cooking. Temptation to jump up in search of good smells is a fire and safety hazard.
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Roaring fires or even a flickering candle are a curiosity to pets, so be sure to not leave them unattended.
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If you live in a split-level home, confine your pets on the first floor to make rescues quicker and easier.
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Installing pet doors in your home provides a quick escape route for unconfined pets.
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Arrange a safe haven for your pets like a neighbor, relative or local vet in case you are out of town or unavailable during an emergency.
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Keep collars and leashes near the main exits of your home for easy accessibility.
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Store a pet first aid kit at home in case of a medical emergency. Ask your vet what items should be included, or buy a kit from the
ASPCA.
For more pet safety tips, please visit the ASPCA website.