Dogs and cats can get into as much trouble as kids. Curious by nature, they can snoop around and get into anything that could possibly hurt them. Keep your house as pet-friendly as possible. Renovation Team, your vinyl siding installation expert, offers these essential pet-proofing tips.
Keep Items High and Latched
Make it a point to store medications, cleaners and other chemicals on high shelves with latches. Remember that some pets will eat almost anything out of curiosity. If hazardous items are stored in hard-to-reach areas, and the safety latches fail, your pets still won’t be able to get to the dangerous stuff.
Some House Plants Pose Dangers
When decorating with plants, don’t bring inside plants that may be hazardous to your pet when ingested. Among them are lilies, azaleas, oleander, tulips, yew, chrysanthemum and English ivy. Do a quick research about which houseplants have ill effects on your beloved animals just to be sure.
Keep Food Out of Reach
Keep food out of reach of your pets or behind a closed door. There are foods fit for human consumption that can cause problems for dogs and cats. Food wrappers can also present a choking hazard. It is best if you keep all the food where they cannot get to it. A new roofing system is not the only product we supply. The Renovation Team also advises on safety for both homeowners and their pets.
Scratch Areas and Claw Caps
Making sure that your home is pet-proof is only half the story. You should also protect your belongings as well as your own health and safety from your pets’ actions. To avoid scratch marks on your couch, trim or carpet, set up scratching posts in the areas they frequent. Use claw caps to lessen the damage a cat can do to your furniture and favorite clothing. Attached with a little bit of nail glue, they still allow the cat to retract their claws.
The Renovation Team, your roof replacement services company, is here for you. Let us make your home safe for both you and your pets. We serve homeowners in St. Louis, and Chesterfield, MO. Call us at (314) 200-2228 for a consultation.