The Complete Guide of How to Dog Proof Your Home, Garden, and Car

Whether you are moving into a flat or house, in this epic guide to dog-proofing a new home we will offer essential advice on protecting every part of your home and garden from your canine friend.

And more importantly, protecting your dog from everyday hazards.

Just because you are moving into a new home and have a million and one things to do, it won’t stop your dog from getting its shiny wet nose into everything. All the new smells and areas to explore will be irresistible.

And many people choose to get a puppy when moving into a new home.

So along with child-proofing your new home, sooner rather than later is the time to get dog-proofing your home and garden.

Whilst you are in the process of dog-proofing your new home it may be worth considering keeping your dog in kennels whilst the work is done. It will be safer for your dog and less stressful for you.

Nothing will prevent destruction and help you raise a well-behaved dog as good training will. And no matter how much you dog-proof a home, a dog crate or purpose-built dog run in the garden may well be the best solution for the times when you are not around.

But there are still precautions you must take to keep your pooch safe, even when you are at home.

So how do I dog-proof my home?

A good idea is to sit on the floor of the room you want to be dog-proof so that you have a dog-eye view.

Take a good look around, from every angle.

Anything of interest, or that can be a hazard or could aid you in an escape attempt should be dog-proofed.

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11 Tips on How to Dog Proof an Apartment

Depending on your breed of dog a lack of space, not enough exercise, and boredom can lead to your dog becoming destructive.

Ensure they get lots of exercise and have plenty of toys to keep them occupied.

A good comfy bed will ensure your dog wants to spend time on it when you are not around (but get a really good one, dogs will rip to bits a thin fabric, cheap one in seconds, and you will come home to a room full of stuffing)

• Install a safety gate inside the front door to prevent your dog from escaping when you open the front door if you let your dog roam freely in the flat whilst you are out.
• Confining your dog in one room of the flat whilst you are not there is the safest option. This will make it easier to ensure the apartment is safe for your pet. The kitchen is often an ideal room as there are fewer soft furnishings for your dog to chew on.
• Fit locks to the door of the room you have allocated to your dog. Stair gates, in my experience, are merely an inconvenient hurdle for a dog, no matter what size they are.
• Fit child safety catches to cupboards and the fridge, again your dog will soon work out how to open a cupboard or fridge.
• Change lever-type door handles for knobs. Dogs soon learn how to depress a lever.
• Have plenty of toys available and keep the radio or TV on to keep your dog entertained. Boredom leads to destruction.
• Create a comfy bed area and make sure there is plenty of fresh water available.
• Put any ornaments or items that could get swished by their tail high up on shelves.
• Use a lockable, tall rubbish bin or ensure the bin is emptied before you go out each day. And move the bin to a room, or onto the balcony, that the dog cannot get to.
• Don’t leave electrical cables plugged into the sockets in case your dog chews them and gets electrocuted.
• Put everything within reach into cupboards, and take into account the dog will stand on its hind legs to get at anything even remotely interesting.

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6 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Balcony

Railings will pose the biggest danger to your dog, so take into consideration its size and agility when considering how to make your balcony safe for your dog.

Some dogs are chewers so netting may not be the best option.

Others are escape artists and will try to squeeze through the smallest gap.

Consider also that your dog can jump so be mindful of the height of any safety screen that you erect.

Here are 6 top tips for making a balcony dog-proof.

• Never leave a dog alone on a balcony even if you have dog-proofed it.
• Install netting, plexiglass, wire netting, or other screening material to the railings to prevent your dog from being able to get its head through the railing.
• Move anything that your dog could climb on like a chair, away from the railings.
• Buy a dog bumper collar if you do not want to erect any type of screening. This is a padded collar that prevents your dog from getting its head through the railing or squeezing through gaps. A quick Google search will show you lots of purchasing options.
• Remove plants that can be poisonous to your pet. Here is a list of plants that are harmful to your dog from the Kennel Club
• Keep your dog well away from any cooking you may do on the balcony, especially BBQs.

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14 Tips on How to Dog-Proof a Living Room

• Many houses have a front door that opens directly into the living room. Therefore it may not be a good idea to keep your dog there whilst you are out. There is the risk that when you open the front door the dog will escape.
• Put anything that could be knocked over by your dog’s tail up out of harm’s way.
• Keep windows that your dog can reach closed and locked.
• Wrap window blind pull cables up out of reach.
• Make sure TV remotes are kept in a drawer
• Place Wif-fi routers and satellite TV boxes up high out of harm’s way.
• Change door levers for knobs as dogs will soon work out how to press down on a door lever.
• Put child-proof catches on any cupboards you have in the living room.
• Clear pots and ornaments off of the window ledge, your dog will be curious about the outside world and will put his paws up on the windowsill to get a better view.
• Move chairs and any furniture away from underneath the window as dogs will use it as a climbing frame to view the outside.
• Keep plants up high and make sure they are not varieties that are harmful to your pooch (see the link in the balcony article for a list of plants that are dangerous for dogs to eat).
• Never leave a dog and a burning candle in the same room.
• Put away children’s toys as they can be a choking hazard for dogs.
• Choose a leather or tightly woven fabric sofa or chairs. For more information on choosing pet-friendly fabrics for your furniture here is some useful information from Sofas By Saxon
• See the section on how to dog-proof electrical cables.

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10 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Bedroom

It is unlikely that you will want to shut your dog away in the bedroom whilst you are out, but there are still precautions you will want to take in case the bedroom door is left open and the dog gets in there.

• Fit a lock or sturdy latch to the bedroom door if you want to keep your dog out of your bedroom.
• Replace door levers with a doorknob.
• Install a safety gate in children’s bedrooms as they are likely to leave the doors open. There will be lots of choking hazards for your dog in a child’s room.
• Keep cosmetics, lotions, and perfumes on high shelves or safely in a drawer. They can be a choking hazard and/or poisonous to your dog.
• Always keep mothballs in a place where your dog can definitely not get at them, they are toxic to dogs.
• Ensure jewellery, hairpins, and hair clips are put away. They are not only choking hazards but can damage your dog’s paws.
• Close and lock any windows that your dog can reach.
• Put all your shoes and clothes away in the wardrobe or drawers.
• Shut away any electrical appliances like hair dryers.
• See the section on dog-proofing electrical cables.

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14 Ideas on How to Dog Proof a Kitchen

Many people choose the kitchen as a good location to keep the dog whilst they are not in the home.

But there are plenty of hazards that can cause harm to your dog in any kitchen. So here are some things to be mindful of in your new home.

• Fit safety catches to the fridge and all cupboard doors.
• Lock away any cleaning materials in a secure cupboard.
• Tie up high the cable pulls if you have window blinds in your kitchen.
• Keep countertops clear of everything.
• Remove the waste bin from the kitchen whenever the dog is alone.
• Replace door levers with knobs if the kitchen door opens outwards.
• Fit metal cupboard door handles, wooden ones will get chewed.
• Keep the lower kitchen windows closed.
• Fit window stays locks if you leave high windows open, lock it wide enough for fresh air to get in but not enough for the dog to squeeze through.
• Leave a radio on to keep the dog company which will stop it from getting bored and therefore destructive.
• Ensure there is plenty of fresh water, preferably in two places in case he knocks one over.
• Block gaps where your dog might try to squeeze into and get stuck.
• Seal gaps under units for example so that the dogs’ toys cannot roll underneath.
• See the section on how to dog-proof cables.

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10 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Bathroom

• Use locks on any accessible cupboards
• Fit door knobs rather than levers if the door opens inwards.
• Keep all shampoos, gels, and lotions on high-level shelves.
• Lock away any cleaning materials
• Keep the toilet lid closed at all times.
• Put towels in a cupboard or on a high towel rail, and take into account whether the dog could reach the towels on his hind legs.
• Use a lockable waste bin.
• Remove the toilet roll when you are not around, remember the Andrex ads?
• Shut the toilet brush away.
• If your dog is particularly destructive hook the shower curtain over the rail, and roll up and put away the bathroom rug.

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How to Dog-Proof Leather Sofas

Leather is a great covering for furniture if you have a dog as it is durable, can easily be wiped clean, and does not hold odors or pet hair as readily as fabric.

The type of leather you choose will determine how dog-friendly it is.

Bonded leather is usually found on the cheaper models and will scratch and mark quite easily but is wipeable, so is easy to keep clean.

Whilst full-grain leather furniture will be the most expensive, it will also be the most durable. Natural leather is often distressed so even if it does get a few scratches they will not be noticed.

The depth of the dye is also important to know.

The cheaper leathers will only have a surface dye whereas some leathers are dyed right through. The benefit of a deep dye is that if there are any scratches then they will not be nearly as noticeable.

• To prevent your leather from being scratched keep your pooches’ nails well-trimmed.

• Keep your leather furniture fed with a leather protection cream which will make it more resistant to dirt and oils from your dog’s fur.

• Blankets and throws will help stop the oils in your dog’s fur from damaging the leather furniture.

• Avoid leather sofas with exposed wooden parts such as legs or inserts. Dogs love to chew wood but it is dangerous for them and will soon ruin your furniture.

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11 Tips on How to Dog-Proof Cables

• Unplug any appliances that you are not using so that there is no chance of electrocution if your dog was to chew the plug or cable.
• Route cables up high, you can get adhesive cable clips that will do the job.
• Run cables behind furniture which your dog cannot get behind.
• Lift carpet edges, run cables under the carpet (at the edges so that they are not walked on and damaged), and tape down.
• Sheath cables in PVC tubes or cable channels.
• Feed an exposed cable that you cannot unplug or hide, inside a flexible, braided hose from a shower attachment.
• Put a heavy box in front of plug sockets that must be kept plugged in, so that the dog cannot see the electrical point. Make the box heavy enough that the dog cannot move it.
• Camouflage the cables, bright colours will attract your dog, so if you have white walls, have white cables.
• Put satellite TV and Wi-Fi boxes up high and hide the cables behind ornaments or books.
• Coat the cables in a hot sauce like Tabasco. Make sure the cable is fully sheathed in plastic so there is no chance of an electrical short.
• In extreme cases, you can route the wires inside the walls.

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7 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Door

• Replace door levers with knobs
• Fit child safety locks on lever-type handles.
• Use a door wedge for outward opening doors to prevent your dog from opening the door.
• Use a strap between two door handles to stop the door opening.
• Install a mail cage or box over the letterbox.
• Fix a plexiglass sheet or kick plate over the door to prevent your dog from scratching the door.
• Lay a dog-repelling mat in front of the door. These are also known as training spike mats. Made of rubber, with rubber spikes or pimples, these are harmless to the dog but the dog will hate walking on the mat and will stay away from the door.

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5 Tips on How to Dog Proof Door Trim and Walls

Dogs will usually chew as a result of boredom or separation anxiety.

So the best way to dog-proof your door trim is to tire him out with long walks and give him plenty of things to occupy him whilst you are out of the house.

• For short periods of time, you could consider crating your dog or keeping him in a purpose-built dog run in the garden.
• Having someone come in, keep your dog company, and take it for walks will also stop your dog from getting bored.
• You can also use a spray deterrent, such as apple bitters, although on some dogs this seems to have no effect.
• Give your dog a supply of interesting and chewable toys.
• Use a reward toy. You can place treats inside these toys and as the dog plays with them a treat falls out.

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How to Dog Proof Flooring

No matter which type of flooring your new home has, these simple tips will help prevent your dog from causing damage to your floor coverings.

• Keep claws well-trimmed to prevent scratches, especially on wooden floors.
• Brush the dogs’ fur regularly to cut down on dust and loose hairs.
• Dry your dog thoroughly after it has gotten wet.
• Place waterproof mats under food and water bowls to protect the floor from spills.

If you are looking to purchase new flooring for your home then here are a couple of suggestions for dog-resistant flooring options.

• Granite tiles are non-porous, so are waterproof. They are also very resilient to scratches.
• Laminate flooring resists scratching and the new models can be fairly water resistant. Try to select a textured surface as laminates can be slippery.
• Bamboo is a great flooring material. It is very durable so will not scratch easily, is water repellent, and resists staining. It is also very eco-friendly, but the downside is it is also quite expensive.

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How to Dog-Proof Shoes

This is as much about training you and your family as training the dog.

• If shoes are not left lying around, the dog cannot chew them. So get into the habit of putting shoes away in a cupboard as soon as you take them off.

• Never let a dog play with, or chew old shoes, they will get confused as to which shoes they are allowed and which ones they are not.

• Keep doors to bedrooms or any other room that may have shoes in them firmly closed.

• You can also get shoe racks that fit on the back of doors so if you don’t have a dog who can jump too high, this is an option.

• If you really have nowhere to store your shoes then you could spray your shoes with a dog repellent but check carefully that the spray will not damage the shoes. And as we have said before, this is not always effective for all dogs.

Chewing is normally a sign of boredom so make sure your dog gets plenty of exercise and has a good supply of chewable and stimulating toys.

9 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Rubbish Bin

• Mount the bin on the inside of a cupboard door.
• Get into the habit of taking the rubbish outside with you when you have finished cooking, before you go to bed, or whenever you leave the house.
• Keep the rubbish bin outside the back door and put rubbish directly into it.
• Weigh down the bin with a heavy stone block at the bottom so the dog cannot knock it over.
• Push the bin into a corner so that it is harder to knock over.
• Drill a hole in the lid and the side of a bin and secure it with a karabiner. They are easy to unclip with one hand and will keep the lid securely closed.
• A press-down to-release lid will be harder for your dog to fathom out than a pedal bin.
• Wall mount the waste bin.
• Don’t forget to dog-proof the bin in the bathroom too!

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24 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Garden

• Install panel fencing so that your dog cannot see the outside world and be tempted to try and escape. It will also stop him from trying to chase other animals or bark at people passing by.
• Ensure the boundary to your garden is totally secure.
• Keep garden furniture that your dog can climb to jump fences away from the boundary of your garden.
• Create a specific area in which your dog can play with plenty of toys to keep him occupied. Make sure there is plenty of shade, shelter, and water available.
• Set aside a toilet area for your dog and train him to use that area only.
• Grow strong types of turf like dwarf perennial ryegrass which is very tough and recovers from damage quickly.
• Use raised plant beds to keep your dog from crushing plants.
• Hanging baskets will keep flowers out of harm’s way.
• Use bark chippings or mulch rather than small sharp stones on borders.
• Fence off any areas you do not want your dog to access.
• Do not leave garden tools laying around as they can harm your dog.
• Keep your dog indoors whilst using power tools.
• Keep pesticides and chemicals locked away in a shed or garage when not in use.
• Use a covered compost bin as weeds can be toxic to dogs.
• Check that any pest control pellets or substances you use are safe for your dog.
• Ensure there are no plants that are poisonous to your dog. There is a guide available on www.dogstrust.org.uk which lists a number of plants that are harmful to dogs.
• Avoid growing thorny plants that can hurt your dog.
• Keep ponds covered when your dog is in the garden unsupervised.
• Round off sharp edges to wooden structures or bolts so that your dog cannot get injured.
• Fence off rubbish bins, or ensure they are large and heavy enough that your dog cannot tip them over.
• Keep exposed soil to a minimum as dogs love to dig in the dirt.
• Only use the BBQ where the dog cannot knock it over or get burnt.
• Install lighting so that when your dog goes out into the garden at night you can easily see him.
• Keep the shed and garage doors locked at all times. There will be plenty in there that can harm your dog.

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16 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Fence

• Perimeter fencing should be a minimum of 6ft tall to stop a dog from jumping over it.
• Fencing should be sunk at least 3ft into the ground to stop a dog from burrowing his way out.
• Ensure there is no bare earth that the dog can easily burrow through.
• Check how secure your fencing is in your new home before you move in. You can then prepare to have the tools and materials available to make any repairs as soon as you move in.
• Check the perimeter on your hands and knees so that you have a dog’s eye view, it will be easier to spot any escape route.
• Walk the entire perimeter too, checking that there are no gaps or damaged areas that your dog could escape through or get injured by.
• Remove anything from the boundary of your garden that your dog can use to help it climb or jump the fence.
• Make it a routine that you check the solidity of the fence on a regular basis.
• It is best not to use a chain-link fence as your dog may be able to climb this type of fence.
• If you do have a chain-link fence put stakes, such as stormproof extra-long tent pegs, every foot or so along the bottom as over time the fence will lift.
• Should your dog be a digger, sink the chain-link fence into the soil by at least 3 feet.
• If your dog is a climber install an inward-facing overhang on your chain-link fence so that your dog cannot climb over the top.
• Plant bushes and dense, tall shrubs along the fence so that your dog cannot jump both the plants and the fence.
• If your new home already has secure chain-link fencing you can attach bamboo screening to it to keep your dog’s attention focused on the garden rather than outside of it.
• Tall wooden Panel fences will ensure your dog cannot see over them, and they are harder for your dog to escape over.
• Dig a deep trench of at least 3ft and fill it with concrete along the base of the fence if you think your dog will burrow his way out.

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9 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Gate

• The gate should be about 6ft tall to stop your dog from jumping over it.
• Attach bamboo screening if your dog can get its head through any gaps in the gate. It will also prevent him from barking at people passing by or trying to attack any passing dog or cat.
• Fit a sliding bolt rather than latch type lock to secure the gate closed.
• A spring gate closer will ensure that the gate is not accidentally left open, but when fitting it ensure that it does not snap shut which could trap and injure your dog.
• Check that your dog cannot squeeze between the gate and the supporting posts. Sinking a rebar rod between the post and gate will ensure your dog cannot escape and should not interfere with the gates’ operation.
• Measure the gap between the bottom of the gate and the ground to ensure your dog cannot squeeze under it. If you can, fix a length of wood or a strip of metal to close the gap.
• Attaching stiff broom heads to the bottom of the gate will ensure it still opens whilst at the same time closing the gap. And the bristles can be cut to accommodate cambers or inclines.
• You may also consider fitting your dog with a bumper collar which will prevent it from squeezing through small gaps.
• Attach a sign to the gate warning that there is a dog loose in the garden.

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How to Dog Proof a Hedge

The hedge in your new garden is going to take some careful checking as the gaps may not be instantly visible and your dog could easily push through branches that at first glance look secure.

The only way to ensure a hedge is immediately dog-proof is to install fencing to compliment the hedge.

Remember to bury the fence to a depth of 3 feet to prevent your dog from burrowing under it.

If it is not practical to install a fence along the entire boundary of your garden to be 100% sure it is dog-proof, it may be better to fence off a smaller area to confine your dog away from the boundary hedge.

For a completely natural, dog-proof hedge you could look at hedge laying. This is a tightly woven hedge that can be trained to form a natural ‘fence panel’. To learn more about a hedge-laying solution visit www.hedgelaying.org.uk

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14 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Garage or Shed

• Keep your garage or shed securely locked at all times.
• Add a spring closer to the doors so that even if you forget to shut the door it will close. Ensure that the spring is not too tight or it will close too quickly and may trap or injure your dog.
• Fit a safety gate inside the door to stop your dog from rushing in.
• Keep all liquids and pesticides in a locked cabinet, even on a high shelf your dog may be able to get at them.
• Regularly check for fluid leaks from machines and especially your car. Antifreeze can even kill a dog and has a sweet smell that attracts them.
• Put all nails and screws in a firmly closed box, preferably in a cabinet.
• Use plastic storage bins to keep patio furniture cushions in, that way they will stay cleaner and not be a tempting toy for your dog.
• Keep BBQ charcoal safely locked away. The type treated with fuel for easy ignition can especially be harmful to dogs.
• Try not to stack things anywhere as they can cause injury if they fall on your dog.
• Store any sharp-edged tools in cabinets or on racks with the sharp edge facing against the wall. Fit a retainer bar so that the dog cannot knock them off the wall.
• Consider when leaning items against walls, such as bicycles, if they can fall over and trap or injure your dog.
• Keep your dog away from engines that have recently been running as parts such as an exhaust can burn your dog.
• Regularly declutter your garage or shed so that there is less junk and hazards lying around.
• Seal around the gap between the base of your shed and the shed itself to stop your dog from burrowing under the shed. Dig a trench to 3ft deep all around the shed and fill it with concrete. Set galvanized wire into the concrete to seal the gap. Chicken wire is thin and will degrade over time.

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8 Tips on How to Dog Proof a Car

Moving to your new home you may have to take a dog which is unfamiliar with even getting in the car, let alone going on a long journey.

If you are moving a long distance with your dog, spend some time letting your dog get used to being in the car.

Have his favourite blanket and a few toys so that there are familiar smells that will help calm him.

Start with small trips and gradually extend them.

Make being in the car a fun event for your dog, so when you arrive at your destination have lots of play time so that your dog actually looks forward to getting in your car.

If you are only moving locally, a few trips to your new local park or a walk around your new neighbourhood will help your dog adjust quicker.

• Cover the seats in a blanket or with car seat covers which will stop the seats from getting dirty.
• Remember to cover the footwells too.
• Cover the windows and any trim in cling film to protect them from drool.
• Harness your dog and have it travel in the boot if you have an estate car.
• If you have an old or injured dog you can purchase a ramp to help him get into the car.
• Remove dangling air fresheners or ornaments that the dog could chew or choke on.
• Fit a window grille so that the dog still has fresh air but cannot jump out of the open window.
• Use a dog grille to keep your dog out of the front of the car.

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After all of your dog proofing of your new home, it should be said that training is the best way to prevent your dog from getting injured and to protect your home from damage.

Dogs will cause destruction due to a lack of exercise and stimulation usually.

During the training stage, a crate or outside dog run may be a good option when you are out for short periods of time.

You can also consider getting a friend or neighbour to pop in regularly to walk and play with your dog.

But as a wise man once said, you cannot stop the wind nor a dog hell-bent on causing mischief.