There are few better feelings than coming home at the end of the day and being greeted by our four-legged friends – especially if her name is Rosie – Until you notice she’s wreaked havoc on the house.
That’s why you see so many people taking their furry friends with them wherever they go, for the companionship of course, and the dog isn’t left alone all day, also putting their minds at ease that their home will be intact just as they left it.
Whether you can take your dog out and about with you or you have to leave them alone while you are gone, all pet owners should consider investing in 5 items for their homes and vehicles to help keep their pets safe and houses and cars tidy.
5. Car Harness For Dogs
Let’s start with the car. As fun as it can be for yourself and others to bring your dog with you on car trips, be they for a quick errand or a road trip, letting them roam around the front, or back seat isn’t the safest for them or you. I highly recommend car harnesses to help keep you and your dog safe and comfortable while on the road. Among them is the Kurgo Dog Harness
- Price: $40.48 (at time of publication)
- 6,100+ global ratings, 70% 5-star ratings (at time of publication)
- The most broadly sold crash-tested pet harness available today
- Fit for dogs up to 75lbs
- Adjustable to fit dogs of all shapes and sizes
- Available in multiple sizes and colors
4. No Chew Sprays
One of the biggest fears of leaving our dog – especially if they are a puppy – at home is that they’ve torn our favorite rug, pillow, blanket, or shoes to shreds. That’s where a no-chew spray with a bitter, unpleasant taste comes in handy. It will discourage them from putting their mouths around said item again. And fear not, these sprays are 100% harmless to dogs, with some of them even made with all-natural ingredients, including Feulover Bitter-Apple-Spray-for-Dogs
- Price: $18.97 (at time of publication)
- 2,000+ global ratings, 75% 5-star ratings (at time of publication)
- Prevents dogs from chewing on items, licking wounds, or biting plants
- Veterinarian recommended
- All natural ingredients, no steroids, alcohol, or other harmful ingredients
3. Tear-Proof Screens
Many dog owners want to give themselves and their pets fresh air by using screen doors. However, unfortunately, not all of these screens are as durable as they appear. In some cases, hoping to reach that squirrel they saw, dogs will claw and/or chew right through the screen, poking a hole in it either big enough to let in bugs or even for them to crawl their way out of. This is why investing in a tear-proof screen might come in handy, such as Saint-Gobain
- Price: $15.42 (at time of publication)
- 4,300+ global ratings, 83% 5-star ratings (at time of publication)
- 10-year limited warranty
- Flame resistant
- Greenguard Gold certified and ortho phthalate free
2. Active Pets Dog Car Seat Cover for Back Seat
Best ever car purchase from puppy to adult-aged dogs. This nearly indestructible back seat. hammock protects seats, sides and confines your dog in a safe zone making everyone happy on the road. It installs in minutes by simply looping straps over seat headrests and fits most cars and SUVs. At the time of publishing the product has over 45,000 ratings with 76% giving the product a 5-star rating.
- Price: $35.99 (at time of publication)
- 45,200+ global ratings, 76% 5-star ratings (at time of publication)
1. Child Safety Locks
Most of us treat our dogs as if they were our children. And with young children around, it’s important to put safety locks on drawers, cabinets, and other places where they could potentially hurt themselves. Dogs are no different, and placing a safety lock on a garbage can will likely prevent you from ever returning to find your canine companion has rummaged through the garbage, leaving you an unpleasant mess to clean up. The ones I highly recommend are Jool Child safety strap locks.
- Price: $9.95 (at time of publication)
- 36,300+ global ratings, 74% 5-star ratings (at time of publication)
- Usable on trash cans, cabinets, ovens, washers, and dryers
- Straps adjust from 3 to 7 inches
- Easy installation
- 10-year warranty
Have a product you love you use to dogproof your home or car with your pets? Comment below and let us know.
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