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Many people look forward to decorating their homes during the holiday season and take particular delight in making them look as festive as possible. Unfortunately, some of those fun and interesting decorations can pose a danger to curious pets. The following is a short list that includes some of the items that could injure or harm your pet.
Trees
Most pets, especially cats, are drawn to trees. They love to check out the pretty ornaments or walk under the tree for a better look. Some dog owners will fence off their trees, so their canines can't knock it over or mark their territory on it. But that won't work for cats. A feisty feline can usually jump over a fence and onto the tree with ease. One solution? Try treating a few pine cones with apple cider vinegar, then placing them on and around your tree. Cats typically dislike the smell, and so will hopefully avoid the tree. As for fragile ornaments, try to move them high up the tree where your pets will be less likely to knock them off.
Mistletoe
If you have pets, you may want to skip decorating with mistletoe. If a dog or a cat ingests this toxic plant, it could develop low blood pressure and a slowed heart rate.
Candles
The soft glow of a candle can really add a festive touch to a holiday party or a Thanksgiving gathering. But if you have pets, you may want to think twice about adding them to your decor. A curious cat may bat one off of a shelf or the fast-wagging tail of a happy dog could accidentally knock a candle over and start a fire.
Have you been searching for a pet-friendly apartment? Then please check out our pet-friendly apartments in Flagstaff. We offer studio, one-, and two-bedroom homes with full kitchens and either a patio or a balcony. Contact us today to learn more!
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As much as we don't mean to, sometimes it's easy to take our pets for granted. As a result, we can sometimes miss the signs if our furry friends begin to feel a little down in the dumps. (Of course, this applies to all animals, not just those with fur.) If you live in a Flagstaff apartment and want to do something nice for your pal, here are a few tips.
1. Hide Their Treats
It's true for humans and it's true for animals too: Sometimes things are just better when you have to work for them. There are plenty of toys where you can tightly pack in a doggie treat to make it a little more satisfying when they can dig it out. Or get a small ball that will dispense cat treats as your cat rolls it around. You can even just hide treats around the apartment (just make sure that your pet finds them all before you call it a day).
2. Spend More Time with Them
Even if your cat seems entirely indifferent to you, they still want the attention. The more time you play with them, brush their coat, and hang out with them, the better they'll feel. Your pet doesn't necessarily need all that much, but when they start coming over to you for some affection, just make sure you make some time if possible.
3. Turn on the Radio
If you have to be apart from your pet for an extended amount of time, classical music can be soothing to them—especially to dogs. There's no way to entirely mitigate the loneliness for them (unless you want to get them a friend), but this can help.
If you're looking for an apartment in Flagstaff that will welcome your pet, University Square may just be the right place for you. Give us a call today to learn more about our pet policies and availability.
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The indoor dog you have in your Flagstaff apartment does an excellent job of keeping you company and even slips you a wet kiss on occasion. But you spend so much time fighting with dog hair that owning a dog is gradually getting to be more frustrating than that precious reward. Thankfully, there are some pretty easy tips you can use on a daily basis to keep problems with pet hair at bay.
1. Keep dryer sheets on-hand for quick furniture rubdowns.
Dryer sheets are the best-kept secret for people with dogs. These things are amazing for picking up loose hair on your clothing and your furniture; the hair sticks to the sheet so you can toss it. Keep a box handy that you can retrieve whenever needed and do a quick furniture rubdown. Soft and hard furniture surfaces can be de-haired using a dryer-sheet rubdown. As an added bonus, you get that nice clean laundry smell all around your Arizona apartment.
2. Dry your clothes before you wash them.
It sounds counter-intuitive, but if you have major problems with dog hair on your clothing, give them a quick run through the dryer before you toss them in the washer. The secret? Use the tumble setting only. The hair will shake loose from your clothing and get caught in the lint trap.
3. Invest in a rubber squeegee for your floors.
Rubber squeegees tend to get used in commercial settings, but they can work just as well for clearing your floors of pet hair. With a wide-sweeping area and a rubber attachment, the hair will not be swept up into the air or clogging your vacuum cleaner. Loose strands will stick to the rubber, and you can easily use the squeegee across your carpet flooring as well.
You love your dog, but hair can be really annoying. Thankfully, your dog is always welcome in our pet-friendly Flagstaff apartments at University Square—in spite of the hair! Contact us to find out about availability.
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