Electrical cords are sources of danger that need to be hidden. These often are attractive chew-toys for the puppy in the teething stage and may result in serious burns or shocks. Kittens and puppies may also pull the appliances attached to the electrical cord on top of themselves causing traumatic injury. Areas that are used as storage of household cleaners, chemicals, or medications must be inaccessible to a young animal. Certain household plants that are either on the floor in the reach of the animal or plants that are placed where they may be pulled down can be sources or serious toxins or topical irritants.
Garages are often a source of toxins stored at floor level.
Access to toxins may also be inadvertently provided through incomplete clean-up of spills. Be aware of areas where rodent poison and pesticides are set-up. Kittens and puppies have little trouble entering the small spaces where rodent traps may lie. Toilet bowls are a potential source of toxicity if toilet bowl cleaners are used. Keeping the lid down at all times or precluding the use of these chemicals is advised.