Hey everyone! As most of you may know, I adopted my cats, Max and Mumu, as kittens about a year ago. Here is how I prepared my home before their arrival and the tips to follow for you to be cat-proofing your home.
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Getting rid of small objects around the house
Cats are curious animals and just like babies tend to put things in their mouths which could be a choking hazard.
Potentially choking items such as collectable items, toys, pieces of toys, rubber bands, stationery items, coins, or any item smaller than 2 inches need to be put away from their reach or disposed of.
Identifying and removing toxic plants
Many home (indoor or outdoor) plants prove highly toxic and even fatal to cats. If you have any plants at home, consider speaking to a vet or researching if it is safe for your feline friend to be near them.
In case of no clarity, make sure you keep the plant away from your cat.
Managing cords and cables
Cats like to play with strings and ropes and may end up playing with loose cables and wires around the house.
This can not only be fatal for your cat but may also damage appliances or be a potential fire hazard.
Ensure you use cable covers and organizers to keep your wires safely tucked away.
Have designated and closed areas for medicines and cleaning products
Medications and cleaning products contain chemicals that are toxic to animals. Make sure medications are safely stored in cabinets and cleaning products are out of the reach of your cats.
Use door stoppers to prevent doors from closing in on your cats
Door stoppers are used by parents to prevent their children from accidentally closing the door and locking themselves in.
This can sometimes happen with cats as well leading them to be stuck inside or outside a room.
Use door stoppers to keep doors open, to enable free movement and any accidents of them jamming their hands and feet.
Secure all doors and windows
Cats are natural predators and their instincts tell them to go out and hunt.
Doors and windows left open can lead to them jumping out if they see birds or other flying objects and this could lead to them getting lost or falling off high-rise balconies.
Secure all windows shut and do not let them into balconies unattended. You can also get safety nets installed in your windows and balconies for added protection.
Keep breakable items inside closed spaces
Kittens and cats like to use vertical spaces more, which means they tend to jump and perch on higher spots in the house.
If you have any breakables in high places, there is a chance your kitty may jump and knock them over, accidentally and hurt themselves or other people in the house.
Keep these items in more secure locations or inside closed areas
Secure the kitchen area
Make sure the kitchen area is well secured by putting away knives or sharp objects.
Spices, condiments, and glass bottles should also be secured in racks or placed inside cabinets to prevent breakage and injury.
Make sure to install oven covers so that the gas oven can be kept closed to prevent cats from burning their toes after you are done cooking.
Secure food away from cats
With cats being ever so curious, open food should be kept away from them.
Human food may be dangerous for cats and ingesting food licked by cats (especially if they are yet to be vaccinated) may also make humans sick.
Secure air filters and fans
If you have air filters with large vents or table or stand fans for cooling purposes, ensure your cats are kept away from them.
They can easily put their limbs inside and hurt themselves.
Prevent fire hazards
Any incense or candles need to be kept away from cats.
Not only can the fumes and fragrances be harmful to the cats, but they could also pose a major fire hazard.
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