Updates On 5th Aug 2013

We all know to keep dangerous objects away from children, but it�s important to remember that we should be even more careful with our animals. Because they are smaller, more mobile and have more sensitive noses, they are more likely to investigate and get into things that can be dangerous.

Here�s the first part in a series of what to watch out for when cat-proofing your home (we�re quite sure some parts apply to other animals too!).

Household danger #1: Curtains, blinds, and electrical cords

For almost any cat, the dangling end of a curtain or blind cord is an open invitation to play. Even just prowling behind the curtains or blinds can land your cat in a tangle. Cats who get caught in the loops of pull-cords panic. In a best-case scenario, the blinds or curtain rod comes down with a crash. However, in worse cases, a cat can strangle itself, sustain fatal internal damage, or get so worked up that its heart gives out. For safety, tie or wrap all window cords and keep them well out of your cat�s reach (remember, cats can jump really high!). Electrical cords pose the same threat, but also quickly become dangerous if your cat starts chewing on it. Wherever possible, run the cords under rugs and carpets, or behind furniture that sits flush to the floor and wall. Otherwise, buy some inexpensive plastic conduit (available at most hardware stores) to protect the electrical cords. Treating the cords with a bad-tasting substance like bitter apple might help too.

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