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Boxer-Proof Your House
by Jody Mitchell
You are ready to bring your Boxer home? First, you must prepare
your house. Whether you are bringing home a puppy or adult
Boxer, you may want to spend some time surveying your house
from a Boxer eye view (about 2 feet off the ground). Wires,
drapes and counters look pretty interesting from that height.
The Best Ways to Boxer-Proof Your House
Below is a list of how to Boxer-proof your home for adult or
puppy: It is only a partial list, but a good start to your own
research.
1. Be sure to keep anything valuable (or what you don’t want
chewed) at least 3 feet off the floor. Boxers have an amazing
ability to jump, even as puppies. This includes anything on the
coffee table, kitchen counter, buffet, etc. Boxers are curious
and love to explore.
2. It may be cute to see your puppy with a mouthful of toilet
paper, but not when it becomes the habit of an adult. Keep the
bathroom door closed and eliminate toilet drinking and rolls of
paper strewn about. Boxers seem to have an affinity for used
cotton-balls, too!
3. Restrict access to your kitchen garbage. Place the bin in
the kitchen sink or behind closed doors. Dispose of your
cigarette butts appropriately, as they can cause nicotine
poisoning.
4. Electrical cords must be monitored for signs of chewing
and/or made inaccessible to your Boxer. Sometimes a
nasty-tasting substance can be used to deter your Boxer. Check
with your vet for some recommendations.
5. We have all heard the horror stories of Boxers that have
gotten into holiday decorations. They are attracted to the
bright lights and shiny glass ornaments, so keep a close eye on
your Boxer if you have Christmas decorations up.
6. There are many kinds of poisonous plants, so be sure to
contact your local veterinarian for a list of any toxic plants
that grow in your area.
7. Anti-freeze is highly toxic to dogs and it is a good idea to
keep all chemicals safely out of reach of your Boxer, puppy or
adult.
Jody Mitchell, a stay at home mom and part
time veterinarian assistant who has been saved by Boxer dog
from car accident. Her amazing experience inspires her to write
about Boxer: "The Boxer Chronicle - A Guide to All Things
Boxer.". Please visit
http://www.boxerdogguide.com
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