Whether you are new to owning your home or not, adding pet(s) to your home can be a trying time when they are furry. This is compounded if it is your first furry friend! Baby animals can be very curious and unexpectedly get into some trouble and accidentally cause damage.
Sometimes it is best to pretend your new furry friend is a child. Seriously, it makes things easier and sometimes much safer! If there is a certain area you do not want your furbaby to go, make sure it is restricted by a gate or latches. Also be sure all important wires and cords are hidden and protected. That is something that can be not only dangerous but also an expensive fix! Some people also do not think of which plants are safe for furbabies and which are not. There are some plants that are highly toxic to pets. If you have any of those, be sure they are in a safe place.
If your new furbaby is hyper and has outbursts of running and jumping on furniture or appliances, be sure these items are secure! We would hate for something to be damaged simply from a crazy and fun playtime!
Some people do not think about checking every single are where there is an outdoor fence. Just because a fence is up, does not mean it is fully secure. It is your job to check and make sure that it is! It is also imperative that the yard is properly maintained so you can easily see if any snakes or other creatures happen to find their way in your yard. They can obviously cause danger to your pets.
Some of these tips are common sense but with the excitement of bringing a furbaby into your household, these things might not be thought about. If you fall into this category, though, congratulations! What a fun time you have ahead.