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5 Ways To Protect Your Pets From Electrical Hazards

Australians, like most people, are total pet lovers. This fact is supported by research that says there are almost 29 million pets in the country. That number is more than the estimated human population of 25 million which means that each house at least owns one or two pets.

Now that most families are spending more time at home during this pandemic, adopting a pet has become a lockdown kind of thing as a form of companionship. But, adopting a pet also comes with responsibilities that are not limited to providing shelter and food. That means, their safety is also in your hands.

Like us, pets are also prone to electrical hazards that can turn into bigger accidents later on. Before this happens, you should be on the lookout for your regular electrical maintenance. Have an emergency electrician Brisbane professional check all wires in your home and install safety devices for you and your family's protection.

Nonetheless, you should still be aware of some basic things that you can do to protect your pets from electrical hazards. Check our list below.

Tuck away all your dangling cords
If you're a cat lover, you should already witness their love of anything that dangles. As they are playful fellas, they might chew on everything. Without your eyes on them every single minute, an electrical shock can happen. Worse, it can be fatal. And even if you are always on the lookout for them, it is still best to have safety measures that might save your pet from a dangerous ordeal. You can tuck away all your dangling cords and wires by organising them into plastic tubing or other cord organisers. But, if your electrician can fix them on walls, that's a better option.

Cover unsafe areas to catnap
Snoozing away in warm areas and small spaces are our pets' hobbies, especially cats. As they are smaller and more athletic than dogs, they can jump at the top of your refrigerator and curl up there without your knowledge. They also tend to hide behind your computers, washing machine, and other warm places. That might look cute but is very dangerous for them. So make sure to steer them away from those areas or cover them up so your furry friends won't be able to squeeze themselves into it.

Don't leave heaters and other hot devices unattended
Your pet's fur is not fire-resistant just like other combustible items in your house. So if you are still using space heaters, please make sure that it is inside an area of your house that no pets are allowed. You can cage them while you are still using the space heater and then be freed when you have already turned it off. But if you have a budget, you can get an air conditioner that also serves as a heater during the cold months. That is surely safer but a little expensive than the usual air conditioning unit.

Keep lamps out of bounds
Night lamps with halogen bulbs can get extremely hot and can be a fire hazard if knocked over. So aside from avoiding putting lamps near dangerous areas, make sure to have them firmly secured to wherever they should be placed. But if you can have your lamps mounted or fixed on your walls, it would eliminate the risk of having them knocked over by your pets.

Be mindful of your outdoor walks
Your usual outdoor walks with your pets especially during the rainy season can be dangerous. The stray voltage pertains to electricity or voltage present on sidewalks and street equipment. This can occur during any wet season, but winter is the most probable time of the year. It is because of the presence of water, ice and salt that enables electricity to conduct in street light posts, manhole covers and more. Electric shock due to these reasons are very rare but they still happen. So as a precaution, make sure to lead your dogs away from metal surfaces and don't let them walk through puddles.

Our pets are like family to us and their well-being is our main concern. So to help keep them safe, bringing them to the vet regularly should also be a routine except following the guidelines above.


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