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Question 1 of 13
1. Question
Human medications are a common source of poisoning. Keep them inaccessible to puppy at all times.
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Question 2 of 13
2. Question
Follow your veterinarian’s guidelines for deworming, flea, tick, and other medications (including OTC and alternative products). Check labels and ask your vet first if you have any questions.
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Question 3 of 13
3. Question
Use caution when storing and using chemicals, cleaners, pest control products, solvents, anti-freeze, and lawn and garden products
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Question 4 of 13
4. Question
Electrical cords and poisonous plants are chewing hazards. Check plants on the ASPCA site, and restrict puppy’s access to unsafe cords and appliances
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Question 5 of 13
5. Question
Some common food items such as chocolate, xylitol (sweetener), and macadamia nuts can be dangerous for dogs. If in doubt about any food, do not feed it until you have verified that it is safe.
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Question 6 of 13
6. Question
Keep your veterinarian’s number handy. Ask your veterinarian what you should do in the case of an after-hours emergency. Keep the number for ASPCA poison control handy (888.426.4435) and contact information for any family members or neighbors who will be able to help you if you are held up and cannot get back to your puppy.
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Question 7 of 13
7. Question
Puppies do not typically come with door manners. Use a baby gate to block your front hallway or otherwise prevent puppy from escaping your home. This is even more critical if you do not have a fenced yard around your house, and if you live near a road.
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Question 8 of 13
8. Question
Keep identification tags on a well fitted buckle collar. Collar should be just snug enough that it will not pull off over puppy’s head. Regularly check fit as puppy grows. Consider micro-chipping your pet.
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Question 9 of 13
9. Question
Keep your puppy up to date with all recommended vaccinations. Avoid exposing your puppy to environments that might have been visited by un-vaccinated dogs.
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Question 10 of 13
10. Question
Ask your veterinarian about the safest options for car travel with your pet. Some options include seat belt harnesses and crates.
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Question 11 of 13
11. Question
Always maintain control of your puppy. Fences, leashes, long lines, crates, tethers – and above all – supervision will help keep puppy safe.
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Question 12 of 13
12. Question
Review your safety plan with your veterinarian, and ask them what else you should know and do to prevent and recognize illness and injury.
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Question 13 of 13
13. Question
EXTRA CREDIT: Consider taking a pet first aid class.
