Common Home Pet Hazards

Pets are an essential part of home life, but oftentimes can run into dangers around the house. While none of us want to bubble wrap everything, it is important to keep your furry friends safe. Here’s our rundown on the 5 most common pet hazards that could be hiding in your home! 

1. Laundry Pods

Laundry Pods are a convenient part of our everyday life. However, the bright colours and cool shapes are irresistible to our curious pets! Not to mention, they are a serious health hazard to our pets and can cause severe internal damage if ingested. 

Pet Proof Tip: Store laundry pods in a locked hard to reach place. Consider investing in childproof locks on laundry doors and presses. If you’re using liquid detergent, always make sure to buy those with child proof caps- because the last thing you need is your pet to throw a foam party!

2. Home Gym Equipment

Home Gyms are all the rage this year, but this presents numerous hazards to your furry friends. Treadmills in particular are the biggest offenders to pet tails and paws. 

Pet Proof Tip: Creating physical barriers around exercise areas is essential, along with cord covers for dangling cords. 

3. Holiday Decorations

Whether it’s Christmas or Halloween, twinkling lights, tinsel, jack-o lanterns and life size decorations can be an accident waiting to happen! 

Pet Proof Tip: Keep decorations out of paws reach and opt for safer pet friendly alternatives such as LED lights and fabric decorations that won’t create harm if knocked over or chewed on.

4. Gardening Products

Common gardening products such as fertilizers, pesticides and mulches can cause serious harm to your furry friends if ingested. However, this in particular, is often overlooked by pet owners. 

Pet Proof Tip: Switch to pet friendly non toxic gardening products and create physical barriers around treated areas until absorbed by soil to prevent your pet from sniffing around!

5. String Based Toys 

Yarn, string and ribbon toys may be fun playthings for your pet but undoubtedly can lead to serious issues if ingested. 

Pet Proof Tip: Swap these string based toys out for those that won’t unravel or break into dangerous bits. Always look for products made from durable materials that can handle rough play without becoming a hazard for your furry friends.