宠物危害

Raise your h和 if your dog or cat follows you into the bathroom, "helps" you cook 和 fold laundry or nibbles on 室内植物. (是的，我们的也是.) Some of these behaviors can be endearing — but some veer into dangerous territory. With a little bit of preparation, you can help keep your furry friend safe from pet hazards, even when you can't be t在这里.

厨房里的宠物危险

Many cats 和 dogs are food motivated, 和y don't always distinguish between their food 和 ours. This can be an issue because many human foods are toxic for pets, 和 some foods are simply a no-no because they can cause blockages, 腹泻或其他问题.

Based on information from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals 禁止虐待动物协会、 The Humane Society of the United 状态s 和 Trupanion, we compiled a list of toxins to pets (or otherwise dangerous) that you may find in your kitchen.

• 酒精
• 苹果的种子
• 杏坑
• 鳄梨
• Bones (can cause a blockage or cut through your pet's digestive tract)
• 咖啡因
• 巧克力
• Coffee (both grounds 和 beans)
• Fruit pits (including cherry 和 peach pits)
• 大蒜
• 葡萄
• Gum (can cause blockages 和 sugar-free gums may contain the toxic sweetener Xylitol)
• Hops (used in brewing beer at home)
• Milk (can lead to digestive upset 和 diarrhea)
• 发霉的食物
• 蘑菇的植物
• 芥菜籽
• Nicotine (can cause dangerously high heart rate)
• Nuts, including macadamia nuts
• Onions 和 onion powder (can destroy red blood cells 和 cause anemia)
• Potato leaves 和 stems (green parts)
• 葡萄干
• 大黄叶子
• Rich 和 fatty foods (can cause digestive issues)
• 盐
• Tomato leaves 和 stems (green parts)
• Xylitol (an artificial sweetener often found in gum, 无糖糖果, certain peanut butters 和 more)
• 发酵面团

保护宠物安全的小贴士 in the kitchen:

• 一个好的经验法则是: Ask your veterinarian before you feed your pet human food — but when in doubt, 坚持购买高质量的宠物食品.
• 封闭所有食物. Keep food off countertops 和 behind shut doors.
• 使用有盖的垃圾桶 that close securely or lock, 和 keep the lids closed.
• 安装子锁 下柜门上.

宠物危害 in living spaces

W在这里 does your pet spend the most time? Probably in the same rooms you do. By taking a look at these spaces from your pet's perspective, you can anticipate (和 prevent) safety snafus.

We put together a list of common household items dangerous to dogs 和 cats with help from 宠物中毒求助热线. Like the foods we listed above, some of the items listed are toxic, while some could cause other blockages or other health issues.

• 电池
• Certain 室内植物, including aloe vera 和 philodendron
• Prescription drugs 和 over the counter medicine
• 清洁用品
• 洗衣粉
• 干燥器表
• Toothpaste (can contain Xylitol)
• Kids' toys, especially with small parts 和 batteries
• Front-loading washers 和 dyers
• 电热毯 & electrical cords, including phone chargers

保护宠物安全的小贴士 around the house:

• 检查你的 室内植物 are 对你的猫或狗有毒. If you can't place toxic plants out of reach, ask friends or family if they'll take your greenery for you.
• Lock up household chemicals. Curious pets may be able to open cabinet doors. Use child-safe locks to prevent access.
• 捡起孩子们的玩具. Small parts could be choking hazards, 和 batteries are toxic if eaten.
• Remove any choking or eating hazards. This is especially important for animals such as dogs 和 cats that like to chew...在任何事情上. You may find clothing, electronics 和 shoes present unwanted allure.
• 保持马桶盖关闭.
• 存放尖锐物品，比如剃须刀，放在高处.
• 关闭的门 在烘干机和洗衣机.
• Do not let your pet lay on electric blankets with you. It may cause burns to your pet or cause the blanket to overheat.
• Move or cover electrical cords 可以咀嚼.
• Confine pets when you're gone. A crate or room that's separated by a gate may be a good solution to ensure your pet feels secure 和 can't destroy anything in your home, 太.

宠物危害 在车库里 和 yard

It's important to pay attention to the outside of your home, 太. We put together a list of outdoor hazards for dogs 和 cats with help from 宠物中毒求助热线 和 ASPCA.

• 防冻剂
• 化学物质
• Fertilizers 和 herbicides
• 某些植物

保护宠物安全的小贴士 在车库里 和院子里:

• 存储毒素 还有锋利的工具.
• Clean up spilled or leaked antifreeze. Even small amounts are very toxic to animals.
• 拔掉 和 put away any power 太ls.
• Check 和 repair fence boards 这可能是宽松的.
• Build pet safety into your yard. Guard them from harm by fixing fences 和 keeping the lawn free of any obstacles or trash.
• 埋铁丝网 to prevent pets from digging or escaping under fence boards.
• 如果你在院子里喷洒 用化学物质, 肥料或除草剂, look for pet-safe options 和/or follow manufacturer's directions.
• 检查你的 outdoor plants are 对你的猫或狗有毒. If you have toxic plants, place a barrier around them.
• 地方壁垒 around vegetable gardens 和 open-water areas such as swimming pools.

车内宠物危险

If your pet travels in the car with you — even if it's just once a year for a checkup — make sure you're doing everything you can to keep them safe.

保护宠物安全的小贴士 in the car:

• Keep your pets in a heavy-duty car crate or behind a barrier (separate from you). Having a pet on your lap while driving is not recommended — they're a distraction 和 at risk.
• Secure your pet with a leash or harness. Protect your pet — 和 prevent them from running away — in case you're in an accident.
• 路trippin”? 研究 pet-friendly spots first. Make sure you have plenty of pet-safe stops to let them out (on a leash) for bathroom 和 exercise breaks.

Bottom line: You can take steps to protect your pet

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