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"All About Pitbulls"
All About Pitbulls: Page 16
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How to make your home puppy-friendly for your new Pit Bull
Before you bring home your new Pit Bull, you should already have the
necessary preparations made in order for your new puppy to feel safe
and comfortable. The more prepared you are before he arrives, the
better your chances are of ensuring his safety and in saving your home
from destruction once your puppy gets used to it.
Since your new Pit Bull puppy is naturally inquisitive, he will be
fascinated by anything and everything around your house. Without
proper preparation, your cute puppy will start chewing and playing
with whatever he can sink his teeth into. You might need to do some
home improvement tasks to make sure that your home is safe enough for
your new playful pup. Make sure that the whole family knows about the
safety efforts. Inform them about the terrible result that can
happen to your puppy should they become careless.
Everyplace where your Pit Bull may wander must be puppy friendly. You
may want to crawl around on the ground at puppy level to see what
kind of trouble awaits him. In addition to making your home
puppy-friendly for your new Pit Bull, you need to be alert to the
following factors:
1. One of your puppy's favorite hobbies is chewing. If given the
opportunity, he will chomp on electrical cords and lick electrical
outlets. This exploration can result in death from severe burns,
shock, and loss of jaw and tongue tissue. Your pup can also pull
electrical appliances down by pulling the cords or pulling over heavy
and unstable objects that can fall down on him.
2. Stairs, balconies, and high decks are hazard spots. You may use
temporary plastic fencing, baby gates, or even chicken wire if
necessary, to keep the puppy from entering these areas.
3. Keep your floor clean and free of anything that your puppy can
easily put in his mouth. Keep all forms of cleaners, chemicals,
strings, coins, and other small objects out of his sight.
4. Invest in a good fence for your yard to prevent your puppy from
roaming outside the property. Check your yard for any sharp and
broken branches within your puppy's reach. If you have a pool, show
your dog how to find the steps where he can get out.
5. Doors can be a very dangerous area for your puppy. Everyone in
your family should be made aware of the danger of slamming the door
where the puppy may be in the way. Attach stickers to your glass
doors at puppy eye level to prevent him from running into it.
Finally, every door that leads to unfenced outdoor areas must be kept
securely shut.
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