So, she has figured out the sleeping arrangements for her new pet, but has she dog-proofed her house? Dogs (and especially puppies) are masters at getting into things.
Look around your house. Some areas may be obvious; others will not be so obvious. If there are areas that you do not want your chocolate labradoodle to enter, make sure they are behind closed doors and keep them closed at all times. Otherwise, invest in a good set of baby or pet gates that you can walk through but your Labradoodle can’t.
Lastly, keep your Labradoodle out of areas that are inherently dangerous like the garage (always the threat of antifreeze poisoning) and pool areas.
Home
Your home will likely be the main place where your Labradoodle will live. Look in each of the rooms for items that your Labradoodle can chew and swallow. Look not only at your height level but also what you can put your paws on and keep out of reach:
· Alcohol
Bath and shower cleaners
· Candles
· Toys for children, especially those with small parts that can be chewed or swallowed.
· Chocolate: extremely toxic to dogs (dark chocolate is more poisonous than milk chocolate).
Clothing, especially socks
· Dental floss: can get stuck in the throat or intestine.
· Electric cables
· Trash cubes
Glass baubles
Grapes: toxic to some dogs
· Inside plants
Irons and ironing tables
Kitchen knives
· Medications, including ibuprofen, acetaminophen, aspirin, and vitamins.
· Nuts (Certain types of nuts like macadamia nuts can cause paralysis).
Onions: can cause anemia
Paper shredders
· Pennies: can cause “penny poisoning” due to zinc content
Pens, paper, and other small items that can be chewed or swallowed
Plates and glasses: can be tipped over
Scented soaps, potpourri, scented accessories, and air fresheners
Sewing needles and craft kits
Shampoo, conditioner, and mouthwash
· Bronzer
· Toothpaste: extremely toxic to dogs.
