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Pets

Check escape routes at home

Inspect openings before the animal uses the space.

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Done when

Doors and openings the animal could pass through are checked.

Inspect openings before the animal uses the space.

Who this is for

Pet owners; do not test gaps by letting the animal try them.

Why this matters

You can find overlooked gaps before they are used.

How to do it

An original activity to try, adapt or skip for your circumstances; outcomes are not guaranteed.

  1. Inspect doors, windows, fences and delivery openings.
  2. Repair or block gaps with suitable materials without pinch points.
  3. Agree on door use and where the animal stays during deliveries.

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Last reviewed: · Version 2