How Do You Protect Dogs And Cats From Household Dangers?
Accidents such as falling, being dropped or crushed, or ingesting a foreign body are the leading causes of injury for dogs and cats in the home. Here are some simple precautions. Keep your cat or dog away from toxic plants. Toxic plants commonly found around the house include mistletoe, schefflera, philodendron, dumbcane (dieffenbachia) and caladium. Talk to your local nursery about which toxic outdoor plants are common in your area. Keep objects that are small enough to be swallowed away from your cat or dog. A small ball or loose string is easy to swallow and may cause bowel obstruction. Store toxic chemicals, as well as dangerously sharp objects and utensils (knives, razors and scissors), in closed containers inside cupboards and cabinets. Avoid confining your cat or dog in areas where cleaning products and other chemicals are stored. Clean up any spilled chemicals thoroughly ‘ especially antifreeze ‘ before letting your pet into the area where a spill has occurred (see related eHow
