Tips to safeguard your dog from fire
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Tips to safeguard your dog from fire

There are no two ways to the fact that our four-legged pets are as special as our family members. They deserve all the love and care, as they are dependent on us. Pet parents are responsible for providing their pets with a home that is safe and secure. As house fires sadly affect so many pets each year, it is imperative for you to know the ins and outs of pet fire safety for protecting your dear pets. Following are some common safety tips that can help you keep your pet safe.

Don’t let your dog/cat come close to open flames and heat sources

The simplest yet extremely effective pet fire safety tip is to keep your dog/cat away from open flames and other sources of heat. They have this natural tendency to get their paws, tail, nose, and tongue into dangerous things, including barbeque grills, flickering candles, warm fireplaces, gas stoves, and so on. As a pet parent, you should ensure that your innocent pet doesn’t get around any of these things. Never leave these things unattended and make sure you extinguish all flames before leaving home.

Have an effective fire response plan

Creating an effective fire response plan has to be an integral part of your pet fire safety planning. Prepare an emergency exit plan and then practice fire drills with your pets. Store carriers and leashes close to the exit points, which would help you evacuate your pets quickly, if a fire breaks out at home. Train your pets and make them discover a safety zone or a hiding spot in your home so that you know exactly where to look for them during a home evacuation. Moreover, you should have a pet survival kit ready with all the medications and cans of food.

The “come” command

You should train your dog to always respond to the “come” command. For instance, if you reach home after the fire breaks out and you have no clue where your dog is hiding, the first thing you would do is to shout out his/her name. However, what if your dog doesn’t respond to that? Therefore, if you train your dog to respond to your call every time, both of you can escape this emergency effectively.

Keep pets near entrances

This pet fire safety tip is applicable when you are away and your pets are alone at home. Make it a habit of keeping your pets near the entrance of your home while leaving. This simple habit can save your pet from fire. Firefighters wouldn’t have to waste time searching for them in the entire house. Pets can get out of the home as soon as the front door opens without risking their lives.

With these tips, you would be able to save your dog from any instance of a fire.

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