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American Veterinary Center
Happier & Healthier Pets |
30-
El Gezira EL Wosta Street
Zamalik , Cairo, Egypt. 11211
Tel .# 02 27376664
Mob.# 016 8877005 |
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Pet
proofing your home
Just as parents ‘childproof’ their home,
so should pet owners ‘petproof’ theirs. Four-legged members of the
family, like infants and small children, are naturally curious and
love to explore their environment with their paws, claws and
mouths. But they can’t know what is dangerous and what is not...
so it’s up to you to make your home a safe haven. The following
tips can help ensure that your pet enjoys a long, happy and
accident-free life in your care.
All around
the house
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Screen windows to guard against falls. |
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Don’t let young pets out on balconies,
upper porches or high decks. |
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Many house plants, including
dieffenbachia, elephant ear, spider plants and more are
poisonous if eaten. Remove them or put them out of reach in
hanging baskets. |
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Kittens love to chew when they’re
teething, so unplug, remove or cover electrical cords. |
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Don’t leave a room where a fire is lit or
a space heater is being used unattended. |
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Plastic bags may be fun to play with, but
they can suffocate. |
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If your pet can put something in his
mouth, he probably will. Don’t leave small, sharp, easily
swallowed objects lying around. |
In the garage
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Cats enjoy naps near a warm engine so,
before you drive off, honk your horn and make sure your pet is
not under or near the car. |
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Pets like the smell and taste of
antifreeze and windshield washer. Tightly cover their containers
and wipe up any spills. |
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Paint, gasoline and other dangerous
chemicals should be stored out of reach. |
In the kitchen,
laundry room & bathroom
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Never leave burners or irons on
unattended. |
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Dangerous household chemicals such as
bleach and ammonia should be stored out of your pet’s reach. |
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Close washer and dryer lids-your pet
might climb in and become trapped. |
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Keep toilet lids down - small pets can
actually drown if they fall in. |
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Medicines, shampoo, suntan lotions and
other personal care items can kill your pet. Make sure he can’t
get hold of them. |
Out in the yard
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Some outdoor plants, like ivy and
oleander, can be poisonous to pets. |
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Keep pets away from lawns and gardens
treated with chemicals. |
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Store garden tools and chemicals
securely. Keep garden sheds locked. |
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Cover swimming pools and hot tubs - your
pet might fall in and not be able to get out. |
Avoiding
cat-astrophes
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Many objects used as cat toys - yarn,
string, rubber bands, aluminum foil - can be extremely harmful
if swallowed. |
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Cats love to sleep in warm, dark places,
so close drawers, trunks and closets - your pet might suffocate
if trapped. |
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A cat looks adorable with a ribbon tied
around its neck... but it could get caught and choke your pet. |
Home for the
holidays
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Tinsel and icicles, Christmas tree lights
and glass ornaments will be sure to tempt your pet’s curiosity -
but all could be lethal if chewed or swallowed. |
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Poinsettia, holly and mistletoe are
poisonous to your pets. |
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We understand that
your pet is a very special member of your family. |
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