Keeping dogs safe around fires
When the winter chill finally sets in and the temperatures start to rise, it becomes more and more necessary to get outside and enjoy your backyard and fire pit. While you can have fun using this area as a family, it’s important to use safe practices to keep everyone out of harm’s way, especially your dog. There are several steps you can take to protect your dog from injury.
If you’re like many dog owners, you’ll probably want to keep your pet with you as often as possible. There are many tethering kits that will allow your friend to stay close but still a safe distance away from the fire to keep them from getting hurt. Depending on where you place the chain, the dog may be able to wrap the line around the legs of your seats or chairs. While this is another thing to be weary of, it is possible to adjust the leash area so that your dog is not injured or in the way of you or your guests.
Pet care supplies have come a long way and in turn, liquid barrier treatments have come a long way as well. By using bitter apple or pepper spray around your outdoor fireplace, you will be able to train your dog that an area is off-limits. Whenever the dog approaches the area you don’t want him to approach, be sure to use a firm voice when telling him to back off. The dog will slowly associate the smell as well as the area with not being welcome near it.
Finally, there are many fencing options to place around a fire pit or outdoor fireplace. This will allow your dog to stay close to you and your family or guests, but keep them safely away from the dangers of the fire. Be sure to measure the area correctly and get the necessary equipment and tools if you don’t buy a kit.
There are many options available to you when you own a dog and a pet. You need to find the best solution for your specific needs, but whatever option you choose will certainly help keep your dog safe. As a result, everyone will be able to enjoy the fireplace even more with all these precautions.
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