While you are gone keep the puppy safe by using a crate or a child gate, that can be purchased through a Pet Meds store, and confine him in a safe area. Use childproof latches to keep you puppy out of harmful areas, or remove the product from the area all together because the vapors can harm your puppy.
- Detergent, bleach, paint and paint thinner, fertilizer, disinfectants, mothballs, insect and rodent poisons, medication, vitamins, and antifreeze.
- Some but not a complete list of toxic houseplants is: azalea, morning glory, daffodil, poinsettia, potato, English ivy, rubber plant, tobacco, holly, tulip, iris, and ivy. You can acquire a more extensive list through a Pet Meds store.
- Electrical cords are a big danger to puppies, if they chew on them it can cause burns in the mouth, electrical shock, or death by electrocution. Tie up loose electrical cords and keep them out of sight.
- Keep toilet lids down, a puppy can be hurt by closing lid or the toilet cleaners if puppy drinks the water.
- Keep small objects (coins, jewelry, needles and thread, straight pins, yarn, dental floss, rubber bands, paper clips, toys, etc.) out of your puppy's reach because if swallowed they can contain metals that are toxic.
Also, you may want to purchase a product called bitter apple from the pet store, be careful when you use it otherwise you will know why puppy does not like the taste.
Remember: Above all else, enjoy your new puppy in the safe environment you created for him. If you feel your home and yard are “child proof” then your puppy should be safe there, too. Remember to supervise your puppy closely when you first bring him home to make sure you have not missed something dangerous to his safety.
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