How to protect your pets from electrical safety hazards

First off, if you have a pet, you are constantly trying to protect them – from the road, other animals and foods that may be harmful to them. But I wonder if the electrical hazards in your Maidstone home have ever crossed your mind?  Dogs, especially puppies are renowned for chewing – the more dangerous the better in their eyes!  Cats love to play with cords if they are anything like my cat!

Hopefully the below will be an eye opener for you when it comes to pets and electrical safety hazards in your home. 

1 – Keep wires out of reach 

Keeping wires out of reach is a top tip on keeping your pets safe.  Wire concealers are an ideal solution if your dog has passed the puppy stage and still likes to chew!  Hiding them behind sofas and tables is a good way to keep them out of reach. 

This is the same for any outdoor sockets you have – check the housing of outdoor sockets as pets, especially dogs like to explore and open things they shouldn’t! 

2 – Pet proof socket covers

Investing in pet proof socket covers is a great idea in keeping your pets safe.  If you have a mischievous dog or cat who likes to explore.

Adding these covers will ensure your pet does not come into contact with exposed wiring or electricity.  Pet proof socket covers have hidden screws and can be made of stronger materials. 

3 – Plastic guards 

Placing plastic guards around power cords will ensure not only that your pets cannot access them to chew, but will also be a neat solution should you have a lot of cords in one area. 

4 – Appliances 

Do not leave appliances plugged in when not in use. If your pet hasn’t chewed or messed around with an appliance, then you are lucky!  For example, if you leave a hairdryer plugged in and your dog starts to play with it they could easily turn it on creating an electrical fire risk.  Appliances that are left plugged in will also cause electrical shock to your pet should they begin to chew the wire. 

5 – Check your installation 

As you would check for yourself, check at your pet’s level too.  If you see sockets that are coming loose or cabling that has seen better days, contact a reliable electrician like PBA Electrical & Renewables Ltd, Maidstone who will come and check your electrical installation.

I hope that this short blog has provided you with some tips on how to keep your pets safe from electrical hazards in the home.