{"id":22513,"date":"2020-07-20T13:03:30","date_gmt":"2020-07-20T13:03:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/?p=22513"},"modified":"2020-07-20T13:03:30","modified_gmt":"2020-07-20T13:03:30","slug":"how-to-dog-proof-your-furniture-and-other-home-valuables","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehouseshop.com\/property-blog\/how-to-dog-proof-your-furniture-and-other-home-valuables\/","title":{"rendered":"How To Dog-Proof Your Furniture And Other Home Valuables"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<!-- SEO Ultimate Plus (https:\/\/seoultimateplus.com) - Code Inserter module -->\n<script async>(function(s,u,m,o,j,v){j=u.createElement(m);v=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0];j.async=1;j.src=o;j.dataset.sumoSiteId='b68b392479b5981b8acf46565e9fe32a0734fc21a1f7c1e60121eaa6ca1a1c64';v.parentNode.insertBefore(j,v)})(window,document,'script','\/\/load.sumo.com\/');<\/script>\n<!-- \/SEO Ultimate Plus -->\n\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Owning a pet is quite as good as having a child. Your dog can be cute and cuddly but he still poops around and does other messy things at times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although you can potty train your dog, you can\u2019t possibly stop him from getting his hair on your sofa, car, coffee table, bed, you name it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>So&#8230;<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You know you have to be prepared for what\u2019s to come. If you didn\u2019t, and only just witnessed it first-hand, now you know better.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Our fur babies can be a handful, but we love them anyway. And I\u2019ve created this short guide on how to dog-proof your furniture and other valuables just so you don\u2019t get frustrated with cleaning dog hair all over your house.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It includes simple tips that are not only useful to the <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/pasidaho.org\/prepare-yourself-home-and-family-for-a-new-dog\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prospective pet parents<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> but also folks that already have a dog.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>PS: We\u2019re focusing on dogs but many of these tips apply to other home pets too.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Know The Dog You Are Proofing For<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is great to dog-proof your home. This not only protects your furniture and valuables from damage but also protects the dogs from potential injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most dogs are smart pets and would likely ignore things that might cause potential harm to them. They will also remember certain restrictions placed on them.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>However, not all dogs are the same.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing the type of dog and its behavior can make dog proofing easier. Some breed of dogs is known to be <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">more aggressive<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> than others. Knowing this would help in your decision-making.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Even if you don\u2019t know the breed of dog (as a new owner), there are general tips that apply to all types of dogs that would prove useful.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most of the house has furniture in it. Therefore, dog proofing your furniture will cover most of the home. These areas include living room, kitchen, bedroom, garage\/basement, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How Do Dogs Damage Furniture?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Each dog is different. If you\u2019re lucky, your dog is a gentle one. Your dog could also be one that wants to mark its territory in every corner of your house. These type of dogs are curious and tend to cause more damage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Some damages dogs will likely cause include:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tearing fabrics with their claws<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chewing the furniture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scratching wood with their claws<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Urinating on the furniture or floor<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Moving or toppling furniture<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protecting And Maintaining Your Furniture<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are various ways to dog-proof your furniture and other valuables in your home. Deciding how you want to go about it is dependent on you and the behaviour of your dog. There\u2019s no one shoe fits all solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the way, since we\u2019re talking about \u201cprotection\u201d here, let me remind you that having a pet dog can affect your <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.simplyinsurance.com\/homeowners-insurance-dogs\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">homeowner\u2019s insurance policy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. While at it, I\u2019d suggest that you get to know how it would.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Simple Tips For Dog Proofing Furniture:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use Dog Proof Furniture Covers: This is the cheapest way to dog-proof your furniture and probably requires the least effort. Furniture covers like blankets, slipcovers, throws, etc., will keep your furniture in top shape for when you have company. Lay the cover on the spots your dog could be attracted to and it would protect for scratches, drool, shed hair, urine, etc. <\/span><b>These covers are useful for all types of pets and equally easy to maintain.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Groom your dog regularly: Having to clean your couch and floor for fur every day can be tiring. Therefore, bathing and brushing your dog should be a regular schedule to reduce the extra fur. It also helps to eliminate odour, dirt and contaminants that could soil your favourite chair. <\/span><b>Regular nail trimmings will also help decrease the chance of your furniture getting scratched.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Invest in a good dog bed: Dogs need a safe space, and they\u2019ll seek it wherever they can. Purchasing a nice dog bed can serve as the safe space your dog needs. <\/span><b>There are different dog beds to choose from<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> such as orthopedic, heated, pillow beds etc. You might need to do a little research before choosing a bed for your dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Choose pet-friendly materials for your furniture: Dog-friendly materials are easy to clean, hair resistant, durable, have thick finishes amongst other features. Leather and Microfiber are the two most popular pet proof furniture materials. <\/span><b>Avoid furniture made of silk, wool, linen, etc. If you can\u2019t, then invest in a quality furniture cover.<\/b><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Keep your dog out of certain rooms: There is usually a room or two you don\u2019t want your dog to be in especially if the dog is a chewer. An example is your study that not only has furniture but valuable books and documents. You want your dog outside this room. <\/span><b>Always keep these rooms shut especially when you\u2019re not home.<\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Maintenance Tips:<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Prohibit your dog from getting on the couch<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place food far from furniture<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Use high shelves and locked cabinets<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Apply unpleasant flavours to furniture your dog might chew on<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Colour coordinate furniture and covers with your pet\u2019s fur<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Buy sofas with removable seats<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Have a Lint Roller<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shopping Guide<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As mentioned earlier, dogs are smart creatures. Therefore, you will need all the help you can get to protect your valuables in your home.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Here are some products that can provide extra protection for dog proofing:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Furniture covers<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chew deterrent<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dog crate<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Potty training supplies<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Corner guards<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet gates<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Wrapping Up<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Caring for a dog is awesome and there\u2019s a sense of accomplishment that comes with doing it right. However, you should protect your valuables from them so you don\u2019t get frustrated.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This guide should serve you well in dog-proofing your furniture and valuables especially if you\u2019re a new dog parent. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.scoutknows.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ScoutKnows.com<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is happy to help make this new change a positive one for you.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Owning a pet is quite as good as having a child. Your dog can be cute and cuddly but he still poops around and does other messy things at times. 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