Simple Ways to make Your Home Pet-friendly

There is no end to the joy you bring home when you decide to get a cute little pet. Just like you take so many precautions when it comes to protecting your baby from mishaps and go all out to make your home baby-safe, you do need to walk along the same path for your pet too.

Somethings that might appear normal for humans might not be so safe for your pet. So, here’s a look at some tips to help make your home safe and comfortable for your goofy little pet too:

Blocks and locks

You will need to install blockades around large appliances like refrigerators, washing machines, or small spaces behind large pieces of furnishing. As far as storage of household chemicals and cleaning fluids go, you will need to ensure that they are kept in a secure cabinet that your pet can’t gain access to.

Fragile items

And when it comes to your expensive bone China, fragile crystalware or precious picture frames, it’s always better to store them higher up and away from the reach of pets. The same goes with medicines – keep them locked away inside high cabinets that neither your young ones nor pets can reach!

Covered bins

Trash bins contain remnants of your meals, food waste and even dangerous chemicals. It’s easy for curious pets to get into your trash bins so do ensure that you always have a lid on them. You could also store your trash bins inside closed kitchen closets or cabinets or even outside to keep your pets out of them.

Carpets and rugs

Everyone aspires to decorate their home and create the uber luxurious look complete with plush rugs and carpets. However, do note that these floor coverings can harbor germs and hair and aren’t good for your furry friends. Go for attractive hardwood or easy-to-clean textured floors instead.

Exposed wires

Even though modern homes come with concealed wiring, your electrical appliances will come with some loose wires at their backside. They are an open invitation for your pets to chew on them! Opt for cable protectors or keep them carefully tied up.

Pet-friendly plants

Chances are, you love to keep indoor plants to enhance your interior décor. However, do know that some plants can be toxic to pets and are best avoided. Plants like spider plant, areca palm, parlor palm, etc., are safe to keep indoors while others like poinsettias, lantana, philodendron, jasmine, etc., are best avoided.

Clean & hygienic

If you have the four-legged kind of pets, you can be sure there will be a lot of fur shedding going on. A vacuum cleaner works best at sucking out the inevitable hair scattered around the house. Make it a point to brush your pet outdoors and reduce the hair indoors.

Upholstery color

Do ensure that your soft furnishing, curtains, throw pillows, etc., are not light-colored as they will show up the shredded fur from your pets. You should also invest in scratch-free materials that won’t absorb odor either. Faux leather or leather upholstery are easier to maintain with pets around.

Pet corner

Create a quiet corner for your pet to retire to and sleep. You could keep a small mattress or a large stuffed cushion and place your pet’s toys next to it, giving them a personal space to call their own.

Maintenance

Four-legged furry pets require more time and resources for maintenance than smaller pets like birds or fishes, which are less messy. Fishes require a fish tank with lights, filter and bubbler, all of which require electricity. Keep your fish tank close to a switchboard.

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