Dog Proof Your Garden

DOG PROOF YOURGARDEN MATERIALSFOR SENSITIVEPAWS You don't want to give fido cuts or splinters so make sure you have dog-friendly paths and surfaces. Try pea gravel, it has no sharp edges that would hurt sensitive paws. Small cedar chips are alšo soft and for the most part are unlikely to get tangled in your pet's fur. RESILIENT PLANTS &FLOWERBEDS Strong, sturdy plants such as boxwood are less likely to get crushed by your furry friend when he or she is feeling playful. You can also trý adding creepers such as thyme that can act as guard to precious flowers. Edging around flowerbeds wiil also indicate an off-limits zone. THERIGHTFENCEFOR YOUR PET If your dog likes to spring around or spend its time digging up your garden then you need to make sure you have the right fence to keep your pet in. An L-Footer for example will stop them digging their way out while rollers will make escape absolutely impossible. EASY-TO-MAINTAINGRASS Try an artificial lawn to avoid the yellow-stains and dead patches left by your pooch, as well as lawn runs and visible damages. They will treat the safe and clean environment the way they treat all lawns. Plus, they can play on it all year round as it will never get too muddy. SPONSORED BY Forever Green Tawns Artificial Grass Specialiss WWW.FOREVERGREENLAWNS.CO.UK Sources: www.gardenista.com - notesfromadogwalker.com