A Few Tips About Trying to Make the Inside of the Home Puppy Proof for Your Poodle

Puppies are usually very curious and playful and they may have lots of energy. When someone first brings a new Poodle puppy home, the puppy may want to start checking out many things throughout the house because he probably will see lots of interesting items that are all new to him.

I wanted to write about a few tips that I read about regarding the topic of puppy proofing the inside of a house. Consult the veterinarian about all of the specific things that can be done to puppy proof the inside and outside of a house.

There are many ideas to help keep a new puppy healthy and safe and protect him from anything that would be potentially harmful.

I will jot down a few tips that I read about relating to puppy proofing the inside of the home. I read that it may be helpful to try to think about a puppy's eye view of a house.

Plants: Some specific plants inside and outside of the house may be potentially harmful to the puppy. Consult the veterinarian for a complete list of plants that are dangerous to dogs.

Medications can be kept in a very safe area where the puppy definitely does not have access.

Cleaning supplies can be kept in high cabinets where the puppy definitely does not have access or childproof safety latches may be used to safely secure cabinets.

Household wastebaskets may be placed in an area that the puppy cannot access.

Electrical cords: I read that people who are trying to puppy proof their house can unplug, remove or safely cover any electrical cords that would be around the puppy's area. Electrical outlets may also be covered when they are not in use.

Bathroom: Toilet lids can be kept down. Bathroom trash cans may be put up high where the puppy cannot access them.

Any possible drawstrings or cords used for draperies or blinds in the home may be tied up high enough so the puppy cannot access them.

Precaution may be taken regarding a rocking chair or chair recliner. A Poodle puppy could happen to have his tail near that area or even try to crawl under the area. Take proper safety precautions.

Laundry baskets and clothing can be kept off the floor and out of reach from the puppy.

Small objects can be kept out of reach so the puppy does not have access. Some examples of small objects are the following:

Many childrens toys have small peices and parts

Crayons, pens, pencils, rubber bands, paper clips, tacks, staples

Jewelry, hair barrettes

String, ribbons, yarn

Buttons, sewing needles, pins

Coins

Safe gates made for dogs may be used across stairs and other areas where the puppy isn't allowed.

There are certain human foods that can cause problems for pets. Consult the veterinarian for the specific list of human foods that can cause problems or be potentially harmful to your Poodle puppy.

Good supervision of the puppy is very important!