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Bringing home a new puppy is always a time of joy and excitement, especially when that puppy is a Golden Retriever pup. Golden Retriever puppies are sweet, fun, friendly, and make a great addition to the family. But before you get lost in all the furry excitement, remember that you have got to put in some work to make sure living together is as much fun for them as it is for you. 

Here are some steps to guide you in ensuring your Golden Retriever puppy comes home to a suitable, hazard-free environment.

#1 Store away all potential hazards

Puppy proofing your house begins with sorting and disposing or storing away all potential hazards – shoes, bags, jewelry, pins, cleaning items and products, batteries, medication, clothes, and fishing equipment. 

Any of these items can be harmful to your always curious Golden Retriever puppy. Itt’s recommended therefore that you keep them off the floor and adequately hidden, or place them on high shelves where only human hands can reach. Always keep a Golden Retriever friendly pet first aid kit at home too just in the case of emergencies. It would be best to get Golden Retriever puppy supplies to make this journey all the more enjoyable, as well as speaking to a Veterinarian about the best food.

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#2 Dispose of all chewable items

Tending to puppies is generally a lot of work, especially as they like to chew and bite on almost everything in sight.

Your Golden Retriever pup is no exception, whether male, female, or the full size or miniature Golden Retriever version,  so before bringing him or her home, ensure all items that they can chew on are safely put away. The most popular chewable items include wires, electric cords, shoelaces, and plants. Keep these in places utterly inaccessible to the puppy or make sure cables or wires are properly wrapped (preferably in safe cord wrapping, PVC, or conduit pipes). 

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#3 Make use of pet gates and other barriers

You do not want your new pup strolling into just any area of the house (especially your kitchen and bathroom) at the wrong time. It is advisable to block off rooms, outdoor areas with potential puppy hazards. Do not worry about your pup feeling restricted. As you progress with training your Golden Retriever pup, you can give him or her more room to run around and become familiar with the entire house.

#4 Keep trash away

You’ll also want to prevent your Goldie from chewing on dirt and trash. It is possible by making sure all in-house trash cans are appropriately covered or sealed. You may want to add a child-proof lock for extra security. Keeping trash out of your puppy’s sight is a one-way ticket to ensuring your best friend remains healthy and your kitchen is mess-free.

#5 Keep cabinets locked 

Golden Retriever pups are adventurous and can become very creative in getting into lower cabinets. So ensure your lower kitchen and room cabinets are always locked. We recommend using invisible child-proof locks that are barely noticeable.

#6 Close doors and windows

You don’t want your pup wandering off outside the house or into the yard without supervision. So, keep doors and windows leading outside closed. It would help if you also practiced closing the kitchen and bathroom doors to prevent them from reaching human food or chewing on toilet paper. Try to make it a habit always to shut the toilet lid to prevent hazards anytime the bathroom door is open.

#7 Use puppy friendly fabric and paint

Another tip is using pet-friendly materials to ensure your new Golden Retriever puppy is as comfortable and safe. Pet-friendly fabrics (such as cowhide) and paint (such as satin finish paints) are recommended for use around the house. This strategy will keep your energetic pooch physically safe, regardless of his/her personality. 

#8 Give your new best friend a unique, personal space 

As you are puppy-proofing, be sure to provide your new pooch a unique, personal space. To make pets feel more welcome, create a lovely canine area with a stylish crate, bed, or indoor puppy house, plus a comfy blanket. 

#9 Make your yard dog friendly

If you have a yard or garden, make sure it is adequately fenced and rid of any poisonous plants. Before you let your pup explore outside, consult your veterinarian about vaccinations, fleas, and tick prevention. Cover or fence off your pools, ponds, and hot tubs if you have any.

Conclusion

Golden Retriever puppies are great little pals to have around and demand special attention. Follow the above steps to puppy proof your home and create a safe and comfortable  environment for your incoming adorable pup. vPuppy-proofing may be demanding, but you will enjoy it if done correctly. And you may have to put up with a few bin raids here and there, but we guarantee that you will miss the experience when the puppy stage passes!

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Meet our Author: Pet expert Jackie Brown has spent 20 years following her passion for animals as a writer and editor in the pet publishing industry.
Prior to starting her career in publishing, Jackie spent eight years working in veterinary hospitals where she assisted veterinarians as they treated dogs, cats, rabbits, pocket pets, reptiles, birds and one memorable lion cub.