The Johnson Police Department wants your pets to be safe
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Pets can be extremely curious. Ever seen a kitten with a piece of string? How about a dog trying to figure out what that newly arrived mysterious object is?
Here’s the scoop on how to pet proof your home:
- Cover trash cans or keep them inside a cabinet that latches.
- Cover heating and air vents.
- Keep toilet lids closed.
- Move or cover wires and electrical cords so pets don’t chew on them.
- Block off any holes or small spaces (for example, behind washers and dryers).
- Pick up potential choking and poison hazards before you go out.
- Check spaces that your vacuum can’t access for items such as string.
- Check for pets before you start the dryer or close drawers.
- Clean antifreeze from your floors and driveways immediately.
- Thump your car hood to alert any cats that may have sought shelter in your engine.
Visit https://www.security.org/resources/keeping-pets-safe/ for even more safety tips to keep your furry family member safe and secure.