Environmental Tip #3
Choking HazardsThere are all sorts of things that could become potential choking hazards for puppies. This is especially true for puppies that seem unable to keep anything and everything out of their mouths! Unfortunately, there is no way to completely remove all choking hazards as even a rock could be a culprit.
When you let your puppy out in the yard to play, do a quick scan and make sure that he or she cannot access anything that could be a potential choking hazard. Offer him or her positive toys that you feel safe allowing him or her to chew.
Most of the time dogs will slide through life without incident but because there are some occasions in which your dog could wind up in a dangerous situation, you will have to be the one to be sure he or she is kept safe. Being a pet owner is a lot more involved than just making sure the dog has food and water. There are many things you must do when you own a dog. Keep in mind at all times that your dog has the mentality of a 5 or 6 year old child. When dealing with him or her remember that he or she will get himself or herself into sticky situations just like a small child would.