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Move cleaning supplies, insecticides, fertilizers, etc. to a location that is not accessible to your puppy. If these items remain in the home, put safety latches on your cupboards just as you would for a toddler.
Medications should be stored far out of reach of puppies as these are extremely dangerous for them to get their paws on. (Although, it turns out that prenatal vitamins aren’t that bad for a golden retriever…)
Place electrical cords and cords from blinds and curtains out of reach. Puppies will play will these and they pose a threat. Also, move houseplants to high ground and be willing to remove them altogether if they are toxic to small pets.
The bathroom is a magnet for puppy curiosity. Store bathroom trash in a locked cupboard and never leave the toiled seat up or water in the tub. If your bathroom is storage for kitty litter, it should be placed beyond the puppy’s reach as well.
Take note of small items that are usually left around the house and plan to find new homes for them. Remote controls, coins, children’s toys, etc. should all be kept in baskets far from the ground or in containers with lids.
Be prepared to train your puppy as to what is appropriate behavior. If you catch him chewing, you can purchase a chewing repellant or you could scold him and replace the chewed item with a doggie chew toy. Invest in many chew toys, as they will be worth their weight in gold!
