Preparing Your House for a New Pet

Adopting active pets like cats or dogs could prove to be very beneficial for you and for the animal itself. But it is a responsibility that must not be taken lightly. From adopting a pet to bringing it home, there are a few little things you need to consider to make it easier for the new pet to fit in. Chief among them is to make sure that your house is ready for the pet's arrival.

·        Pet Proof Your Home

Cats and dogs are inquisitive by nature. Therefore it is very important to move, or better yet, lock up things like chemical cleaning supplies. Consider putting locks on easy to reach cabinets. But make sure to buy extra strong locks because both cats and dogs have been known to use their mouth to open cabinets to look for treats inside. Make sure there aren't any sharp or heavy ornamental pieces around the living space that can fall and injure your pet.

·        Pet Door

Cats and dogs need to go outside the house once in a while. It could be because they need a little fresh air, exercise or because they are bored being cooped up in the house. But you can't be expected to drop everything on your pet's whim and take them out. Installing a pet door will get both you and your pet what you want. But if your pet is too young, then hold off on the pet door idea till it is a bit older.

 

·        Gather the Supplies

Before bringing a pet home, make sure that you have all the supplies that your pet might and will need. For cats and dogs, you can get supplies like beds, carriers, collars, feeding bowls, toys, training equipment, etc.   You should also stock up on food and treats for the new pet. Both Fromm pet food and Eukanuba pet food are high quality products that guarantee to fulfill your pet's nutritional needs.

 

·        Establish Firm Ground

Pets tend to be really sensitive and need to feel accepted by all members of the family. That is why, before the new furry member arrives, you must gather all members of the household and establish some basic rules. These rules have to cover things like who bears the primary responsibility for the pet, the feeding routine, the exercise timings, etc.

Once you've gone through this check list, you should be more than ready to introduce your pet to its new home and family. Also, to make your pet's transition easy, visit http://www.epet.hk to buy high quality pet stuff like toys, treats and training supplies.