5 Tips To Keep Dogs Out Of Green Artificial Christmas Trees

Dogs may be mans best friend, loyal, and affectionate, but they can also be mischievous at times. And often, dog owners find that this characteristic becomes even more prominent when they put up their green artificial Christmas trees. You can not really blame your four legged friends for being interested in the Christmas tree that has been brought into their space. For those with older dogs, they may find that he or she is no longer as interested in the tree simply because they have gotten used to it. However, for those with younger dogs, keeping your canine friend out of your green artificial Christmas trees may feel like a full-time job.

How can you keep your dog from destroying your green artificial Christmas trees?

Here are a few tips that can help you do this!

1. Build a wall around your Christmas tree. Keep your dog away from the Christmas tree by using something like a baby gate exercise pen or fence. This barrier prevents your pet from bending over or going under the tree. It may not be the most visual solution but it may be the safest for curious pets. Avoid building walls with heavy or large gifts. Make sure the gift is not full of food or your dog will want to open it quickly.

2. Foil is a texture and sound that dogs and cats hate. Make a foil skirt or aluminum skirt to protect the tree. This will prevent your pet from coming too close to the tree. The sound makes a great alarm system for any pet that bravely passes by.

3. Make sure you have a solid foundation to support your tree so that you or your children topple it by climbing or pushing it. Most wooden foundations are not designed to withstand pet attacks, so increasing the weight of the foundation will make it safer. When coupled with the tin foil around the base, hopefully, you can reduce any risks of this tree being knocked over.

4. Secure the ornament with zip ties or twine to keep it from falling off the tree. This doesn’t guarantee your dog won’t chase it, but if the ornament is stuck in a tree, your dog is far less likely to wag his tail and pull away.

5. Wires from your lights should be hidden. Many small wires can slip between the carpet and the baseboard. For those who cannot use duct tape to prevent the cord from being chewed or tripped. To eliminate the temptation of a curious pet, try covering it with a tree skirt.

If you want to ensure that your green artificial Christmas trees are going to be safe from your dog this year, then these tips may help. Remember, this is not only for the safety of your green artificial Christmas trees but also for your dog…no one wants their dog to shock himself or herself by chewing on the lights or ingesting any ornaments.