How easy is it to get caught up in the excitement of a new puppy?  Answer…..very easy!!  If we’re lucky, we’ve made sure we’ve thought about all the things we need to buy, and we’re prepared.  Or so we might think.

Just like we toddler-proof our homes to keep them safe, how many of us seriously think about puppy-proofing our house?  Pups can range from the cute and curious, to the migraine-inducing menace.  Either way, it’s important to make sure they are safe as they begin their adventures.  There are many websites which provide good advice and tips.  Here is one to get you started.  At the bottom of the webpage, there is a list of other resources which you may find helpful.

And remember the golden rule – if you don’t want your puppy to eat it, put it away!!