Puppies find danger in places you’d never think to look, mostly because everything at floor level is fair game for their mouths.
In the kitchen, secure the trash, move cleaning supplies to a latched cabinet, and check for dropped food that’s toxic to dogs like onions, grapes, or chocolate. In the living room, tuck away cords, remove small chewable decor, and consider baby gates for staircases. Bathrooms need closed toilet lids and medications well out of reach — counter height isn’t enough once a puppy learns to jump.
Outdoors, check your fence line for gaps and confirm any garden plants aren’t on the toxic list. A thorough first pass now saves an emergency vet trip later.