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BASICS> CAT PROOFING YOUR HOME |
Cats are extremely
agile and curious creatures. They can get into things dogs could
never dream of. It’s important to cat-proof your home before
bringing your new friend home. |
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Remove all string,
rubber bands, paper clips, needles, dental floss and fishing
line from your cat’s reach. |
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Tie up or remove
all dangling cords and drapery pulls. |
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Keep your cat
away from electrical cords. If kitty maintains an interest
in chewing on them, spray the cords with a deterrent such
as bitter apple or coat them with hot sauce. |
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Close all appliances.
Dryers are warm inviting places for catnaps. |
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Place child-proof
latches on cupboards that contain cleaning products. |
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Make sure all
window screens are secure. |
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Keep poisonous
products, plants and foods from your cat’s reach.
Many common household products are toxic if you cat ingests
them. Common culprits are: |
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PLANTS –
Oleander, Azalea, Holly Berries, Mistletoe, African Violets.
Although not toxic, poinsettias cause great digestive
distress. |
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HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS
– Antifreeze, fabric softener sheets, batteries,
mothballs |
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FOODS –
onions, coffee grounds, tomato leaves and stems, Macadamia
nuts, chocolate |
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ASPIRIN |
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