How to Puppy Proof Your Home: Room-by-Room Checklist

How to Puppy Proof Your Home: Room-by-Room Checklist

Puppy-proofing is basically toddler-proofing… with sharper teeth and zero self-control. Do it once properly and you’ll save yourself stress, vet visits, and the loss of at least one phone charger.

Living room

• hide power cords (or use cord covers)
• remove small chewable items (remotes, kids toys, shoes)
• block access under couches if they can get stuck
• create a puppy zone with crate/pen

Kitchen

• keep bins secured
• no access to cleaning products
• don’t leave food at nose height
• consider a feeding mat to reduce spills

Bedroom

• tidy cables and chargers
• keep laundry off the floor
• if using a bedroom crate, ensure door clearance and quiet placement

Bathroom & laundry

• shut doors or use baby gates
• store chemicals high and locked
• keep toilet lids closed (yes, really)

Outdoors

• check fencing gaps
• remove toxic plants (if known)
• secure pool areas
• keep tools and sharp items out of reach

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