How To Dog Proof A Bedroom
Bedrooms, compared to many rooms in the house, are actually fairly safe places for your dog to be. There are only three major rules to remember when creating a safe bedroom for your pup.
Have a dresser or hang clothes up: Why shouldnt you keep your clothes on the ground? Many dyes and fabrics are harmful to a dog- and if ingested can cause life-threatening damage. So keep your clothes out of your dogs reach. Hanging clothes up is a great way to keep them from becoming a chew toy. Using a dresser works just as well to discourage your pup from chewing up the miscellaneous fabrics.
Keep cords hidden: Just as you would in a living room, its critical that you keep electrical cords hidden. A good tip to remember is: Block, Raise, and Cover. Block most of your electrical cords with furniture. If you have your television plugged in, move your TV stand in front of the outlet. This will make your cords almost impossible for your pet to reach. This can be applied to many electronics. Move the furniture theyre placed on in front of the outlet. Its just that simple. Second, raise your cords above your pets reach. Do not let cords simply sit on the ground where they can easily be turned into toys. Instead set them up high or set your electronic at on a higher shelf. And lastly, cover your cords. By layering some electrical tape over your cords you prevent them from being loose objects that seem very toy-worthy to a dog. Stick them to the ground, wall, or furniture to keep them from seeming appealing to your pup.
Use bed stairs: If you choose to allow your dog on your bed, if your bed is raised high off of the ground, it may be a good idea to use bed stairs. These stairs can be purchased at most pet stores, and are basically prefabricated stairs you can set beside your bed for your pup to walk up and down. These allow a safe way for your dog to come and visit you- without the dangers of jumping up or down.
