You’ve got the collar, the leash, and all the adorable toys a dog could want, but is your home ready to welcome a new puppy? We’ll show you how to puppy proof your home with checklists for both your house and yard.

Bringing a new puppy into your home is an exciting prospect, and hopefully, you feel ready for the challenges and joys of training and raising your new companion. However, you want to make sure your home is ready for your furry friend. Keep reading to learn how to keep your puppy as safe and healthy as possible in its new home.

What Makes a Home Puppy-Proof?

A puppy-proof home has all the supplies a new puppy needs while being as free from common household dangers as possible. Not only does a puppy-proof home protect your dog from danger, but it also greatly reduces the likelihood that your new pet will destroy anything valuable. If your home is small, you may be able to puppy proof the whole layout fairly easily, but if you have a larger home with multiple hazards, you may want to consider fencing off a small puppy-proof area just for your new dog.

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