Your Guide On How To Puppy Proof Your Backyard

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If you’re a proud dog owner, then it’s important to do everything in your power to keep your pup safe. If you’ve ever wondered how to puppy proof your backyard, 

Then Look No Further Than This Helpful Guide!

Scan The Area

First of all, it’s important to know if your yard is ideal for playtime when you have a pup. Next, make sure that there isn’t any vegetation like poison ivy or oak that the animal could sniff and get sick from. You also want to avoid sharp rocks and sticks because they can injure their paws and cause infection. 

Finally, try to find out what time the neighborhood kids play outside so that your little pup doesn’t accidentally bark at them through the window and get him or herself into trouble with the folks next door. With these tips in mind, you can easily make the backyard ready for playtime.

Secure The Perimeter

Now it’s time to get down to business and puppy-proof your yard! You’ll want to start by putting up a fence around the perimeter of the property. Ensure that the fence is of good quality bought from a reputable fence company. This way, you know for sure that your little one won’t escape without your saying so.

Lock It Up!

Next, consider investing in some child locks to place on all of the gates inside the yard. With these precautions in place, you should be safe from straying into areas he isn’t allowed into normally. Along with this, you should also invest in finding ways to keep your pup off of any furniture or items that are off-limits until you deem otherwise. The last thing you want is for Fido to start chewing on some shoes or on the paint off of your walls!

Avoid Shrubbery With Berries

Berries are great for some types of wildlife – birds love them! But small children and pets might be tempted to pick and eat berries from your landscaping which may lead to stomach aches or worse.

Avoid Keeping Meat Or Bones In The Backyard

If you have a dog who is prone to steal food, keep these things out of reach as much as possible. If you do not want to put your trash can inside, purchase a locking lid for outdoor cans and place them on the side of your house where they cannot be accessed easily by your pet. Be sure to avoid feeding your dog raw or cooked bone as this may splinter or cause blockage issues down the road if swallowed whole.

Keep Pathways Clear Of Rose Bushes

Rose bushes are beautiful, but they can cause skin irritation and stomach upset if ingested. If you have a dog who likes to urinate on your bushes and flowers, it’s best to keep these types of plants out of reach as the chemicals in them may be harmful to your pet if ingested. The same goes for other poisonous plants that can be found around the world – keep them out of reach!

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