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Curiosity Killed The Cat - Poison Proof Your House

Cats are of course curious by nature, they love nosing around in any place they can get into. Naturally, they are curious about you and your belongings. Remember, the cat does not belong to you, you belong to the cat, and therefore, your things are their things. Here you will find home safety tips for your cat.

1. Chemicals for flea control

When your cat has a problem with fleas, you should contact your veterinarian, to get their recommendations of any flea product, before you make a purchase. Using products meant for other animals is unwise and can dangerous to your cat. There are products made specifically with cats in mind. Any time a flea infestation has spread into your home, you should find somewhere else to keep your cat while you have your home sprayed for fleas. Once it is safe to return, then you can bring your cat back to its home.

2. Toxic Plants

If you also have a fondness for plants, you will need to be careful of what type plants are accessible to your cat. Keep in mind, there are many plants lethal to cats. For instance, do not allow your cat to chew upon the leaves of Oleander or Easter Lillie. While outside, you should be aware that azaleas are another plant harmful to your cat. Plants that are harmful to the well being of your cat, is one of the reasons that keeping your cat indoors is so highly recommended.

3. Baits and traps for mice

When using these items, take particular care to place the items where your cat does not have access, such areas may include in cabinets and under sinks. However, if your cat has mastered the art of opening the cabinet doors, you may consider the use of child safety locks for the cabinet doors, thereby keeping the cat from gaining access.

4. Cabinets containing medicine

Many different types of drugs, whether over the counter or prescription can potentially be lethal to a cat, just like acetaminophen. All medications must be in your bathroom medicine cabinet, or locked up and not within access for a cat. Any daily medication no matter its origin can all be poisonous to your cat.

5. Chocolate

Theobromine is a diuretic as well as a heart stimulant, found in chocolate. Humans have the ability to eliminate theobromine from their systems quickly, however a cat cannot. For this reason chocolate can be lethal to a cat.

6. Any type of chemicals

Be sure to keep any chemicals away from any area a cat may have access too, such as gasoline, oil, windshield washer fluid, antifreeze and other harmful substances. Items such as these are to be in a storage building or garage and out of the reach of any animal.

7. Lawn Maintenance material

Chemicals in lawn products are also toxic to a cat, such as fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides. A cat should not have access to any area treated by chemicals until the chemicals are safely dry. Take particular care to close all containers tightly and store them out of reach.

8. Various items around the house

Since a cat is so very curious and playful, they may be exposed harmful items, such as pennies. A penny contains zinc, and is harmful to your pet. The levels of iron are high in items such as foot and hand warmers. Other items, which might cause sickness or death for a cat, include alcoholic drinks, batteries, play dough, dryer sheets, cigarettes and mothballs. Many more items can be lethal to your cat. Keep anything away from your cat that you would keep away from a child.

9. Household Cleaners

These same rules apply to household cleaners as well. Cats should not be in an area, which is undergoing cleaning procedures. Put away your supplies before giving the cat access to any room where you have been working. Chemicals found in household cleaners can burn the mouth or stomach of a cat when ingested. Although, most cats in general would not consume household cleaners, it is best to take these precautions. Cat health requires a lot of thought on your part, please do not over look your little friend.

David Lee is an expert on pet care. See his site for more information on cat furniture, cat kidney disease, German Shepherd training.

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