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In the bathroom: Keep your toilet lid closed and don’t leave full sinks or tubs unattended, as these are potential drowning hazards. If needs be, you can get cord concealers, cord wraps or even pvc pipes to secure them. Try not to have electrical cords running across the room or out in the open where your puppy can get to them. Hide electrical cords: If a puppy sinks their teeth into an electrical cord, it can prove fatal. Make sure they’re kept high up, or in cupboards with childproof latches if they must be at puppy-level. Secure medicines and cleaning products: Both medicines and cleaning products can be highly toxic to dogs if ingested. Common offenders include foxglove, wisteria and yew. Not only will it leave you out of pocket if your pup chews something expensive, many such items are also choking hazards.īe careful of plants: Make sure you remove any plants that are poisonous to dogs, both in your house and your garden.
Put them up high or away in their proper place. Don’t leave small items on the floor or on low tables.
Basically, anything small enough to fit in your pup’s mouth is at risk. Move any chewable items: Things such as shoes, socks, belts, books and even phones are likely to get chewed if they’re left where a puppy can reach them. These are the main things you need to think about when puppy proofing your home. If you want to get through the first few months without having all your favourite possessions destroyed, then you’ll need to puppy proof your home before your new addition arrives.īut, puppy proofing isn’t just for the benefit of your belongings, it will also help to keep your puppy safe when you can’t be there to supervise them. Travel harness or dog guard: To keep your dog safe in the car.īaby gates: If you want to make certain parts of the home off limits while you’re out, baby gates are your friend.Ĭoats: Unless you live somewhere extremely cold, your golden retriever probably won’t need a coat for warmth, but a waterproof coat is handy if you live in a rainy area. Choose appropriately-sized toys that aren’t small enough to lodge in your puppy’s throat. Tug toys, balls to play fetch and treat-dispensing toys are also nice to have. Chew toys are essential to help direct chewing away from your belongings. Toys: You’ll want to get a range of toys to keep your puppy entertained. Pick high-value treats for when you really want to motivate your pup. Puppy pads: We’d advise trying to teach your pup to toilet outside every time, but for some people, puppy pads are a useful toilet-training aide. Poop bags: You’re going to need a lot of these, not only from when your puppy starts going on walks, but right away, to clean up your garden and any little accidents around the house. Be sure to choose a dog-specific toothpaste as the human stuff can be dangerous to canines. Toothbrush and toothpaste: These are daily essentials in your grooming routine. Shampoo: Again, it’s good to get your puppy used to being bathed right away, so you’ll need some dog-friendly shampoo.
The sooner you get pup used to being brushed, the easier it will be in the future. To avoid buying more than one crate, you can get one big enough to fit your adult golden and make it puppy-sized using dividers.īrushes: Get your puppy some brushes suitable for a longer-coated dog. You can decide whether to choose a puppy-sized one or one that they can grown into.Ĭrate: If you decide to crate train your dog, you’ll need an appropriately sized crate. Something to think about.īedding: Your pup will need a comfortable bed to call their own. Harness: Many owners are now choosing harnesses over regular collars, which can damage a dog’s neck if they pull on the leash.
#TRINE DYRHOLM HOT PLUS#
These should have your name, address and phone number on, plus your dog’s name if you want. Plus, in some areas they’re required by law. ID tags: Even if you get your puppy microchipped, it’s always best to have ID tags, too. You’ll need two bowls, one for food and one for water.Ĭollar and leash: Your pup might not be able to go walkies until fully vaccinated, but you’ll want a soft collar and leash to get them used to it around the house and in the garden. See our puppy food guide for recommendations.īowls: Your puppy is going to need something to eat that food from. This comprehensive list covers all the essentials, plus some added extras.įood: Every dog needs food! Start your puppy on the food they’re used to eating and gradually change brands (if you want to) to avoid upsetting their stomach. Nobody ever said that getting a puppy was cheap, and if this is your first time as a dog-parent, there might be a bit of a learning curve with all the equipment and other items that a dog needs.
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