How to Puppy Proof a Backyard

Puppies are adorable and will put a smile on your face even on your worst day. They are loyal, dependable, but mischievous. They can take your backyard from Yard of the Month to Yard of the Dump in seconds. Here are a few tips on how to prevent extra work and headaches.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

1. Create a container that has just your puppy's toys in it. Make certain the puppy's toys are kept separate from children's toys.

2. Purchase large storage containers for kids' toys or outside yard equipment so your puppy can't ruin these by chewing on them. Pick up anything of value and place it high. Don't leave anything at puppy teeth height, because it could be destroyed.

3. Give your new puppy a chew bone or chew toy at least once a day to keep it busy. Puppies bore easily so they need cheap entertainment.

4. Show your puppy lots of love and attention. It needs to be played with and walked daily. Also, ensure that your puppy has plenty of food, water and shade for the times you can't give it all of your attention.

5. Build a fence to keep your puppy safe from other neighborhood animals, as well as secure in its own yard.

6. Create a separate kennel area for your puppy. You may not want your puppy having the run of the yard all day, so a secure kennel or fenced off area can keep it in a smaller section of the yard.

[mugzy2]

on 5/19/2009 Good advice. Anyone thinking of adopting a puppy needs to read between the lines here. Lots of time and attention as well as expense go into having a happy healthy dog.