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Bare Bones: Pet Safe Electrical Cords
If you have a furry little troublemaker on your hands – always trying to sink his teeth into something dangerous – then an electrical cord protector is a must have. Keeping a safeguard around your TV, cable, or stereo cords is a good idea so that your pet doesn't get the shock of his life when he feels the need to chew.
Thankfully, you can get a protector on the cheap at Ikea or by shopping online.
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6 Places For Pet-Proofing and Protection
When it comes to dangerous items in your home, an accident is just something you haven't prevented yet. For furry families with nosy noses, check out six places you can make these pet-proofing and protection steps.
Pet-Proofing Your Laundry
Pet-Proofing Your Bathroom
Pet-Proofing Your Kitchen Area
Protect the Pumpkins
Protect the Toilet Paper
Protect the Electrical Cords
Keep Crates Cool With This K-9 Kooler!
I know I don't need to remind you not to put a crated pup in direct sunlight — he's not trying to get a tan! In addition to also selecting a spot away from windows or heavy objects that could hurt him in an emergency, good ventilation is key. If your apartment gets super toasty (and you can't leave the a/c running while you're not home), pick up this K-9 Kooler.
Mischa and Ziggy Take a Flexi(ble) Flight to The Beautiful Life
What better flying companion than a pooch! Mischa Barton took off from LA with best pal, Ziggy, on their way to begin filming The Beautiful Life in NYC.
Sadly we can't see the surely stylin' collar, but I do spot what looks like an older model Flexi for her tiny Tibetan Spaniel — the retractable leads come in a rainbow of colors with cord or tape models available.
Pull the Cord and Kitty Critters Jitter!
If you've got a playful cat that can't get enough chase, consider picking up – and putting down – a collection of Jitter Critters ($8) for your feline's frisky fun. All you do is pull the string of the mouse, squirrel, tiger or hedgehog versions and let your kitty do the rest . .
Fabric Scraps Plus Catnip Equals One-of-a-Kind DIY Mice
Did your lil kitty get everything her heart desired over the holidays? If you've got extra time to kill – or think your pal could use an extra toy to kill – check out these one-of-a-kind catnip mice. Wouldn't you rather see this laying around than a real mouse?!
Pet-Proofing Your Home: Tech Edition
Next up in the pet-proofing series: pets and technology, a particularly sensitive subject for yours truly. Back before Mac laptops came with easy-off magnetic power cords, North made a flying leap off my bed and, with his back paw, my laptop also took flight before slamming shut on the hardwood floor!
Recovery and repair were out of my price range so, several hundred dollars later, I replaced the hard drive altogether… bringing my old one home in a sealed bag.
Ten Tips 'Til The Holiday: Christmas Lights
Next up, while decking out the tree, are those pretty twinklers! Unfortunately, Christmas lights still come with electric cords, and while we've already discussed dangers of cords from electronics, these cords are no different. Like babies, puppies often chew when they are teething – this puts them at the greatest risk of bad results from naughty nibbles.
Cosmo: Pet of the Week
Meet Cosmo, the Canasta playing cat. I don't know much about that card game, but I'm picturing old dudes and cigars . .
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