Things You'll Need
- New Trash Can (Possibly)
Instructions
Limit your dog's access to trash. Keep your kitchen garbage can in a cabinet with a child-safe lock or in a closed pantry. Store the can up high or behind a child safety gate where a puppy can't reach it. Keep your dog out of the garage if you store large trash cans there.
Purchase a trash can that cannot easily be turned over by your dog. Look for a covered stainless steel bin that requires stepping on a pedal to open. Secure trash can lids with ties or cords.
Tie or secure your trash can to the wall or a cabinet so that your dog cannot tip it over.
Purchase a commercially available deterrent. The motion-activated products keep pets away by emitting a loud noise or blast of compressed air. Such deterrents are effective when you are not at home to monitor your dog.