Chumasande MatiwaneSouth Africa is a dog-loving nation, and dogs are the best companions. However, their curious nature can end up ruining your garden. This is why designing a dog-friendly garden is vital so that you can allow them to run wild and free without causing damage.
Before designing a dog-friendly garden makeover, it’s crucial to observe your dog’s behaviour and recognise that different breeds act differently.
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Avoid toxic plants
Many garden plants are hazardous to dogs. Worrying about your dogs is quite normal, and when you are in the garden with the m, you should worry less. This is why planting non-toxic plants is the start of welcoming your dogs into your garden. Most dogs will stay away from plants that may harm them, but due to their curious nature, they might want to nibble on a few toxic plants, and this may cause harm. So, it is important to avoid toxic plants in your garden.
Protecting your garden beds
Dogs can ruin garden beds and other borders, so creating a designated area for play or digging is crucial. Their digging nature is less of an ideal trait when paired with your prized plants in your garden beds. Opt to build high-raised beds with wire protection around them to avoid the destruction of your favourite plants.
Fence up your veggie gardens
Creating a secure environment is paramount for your veggie gardens. Solid fencing around the section of your vegetable garden is vital as it secures the area against your four-legged companions. Since they love patrolling the grounds, the fence will act as a boundary on your vegetable garden section.
Plant robust, dog-friendly plants
Boisterous big dogs can damage young growing plants or plants with delicate stems. They can step on them or start digging them up. Planting large, strong-stem plants can be an easy way to avoid this. Sturdy shrubs can be the right way to go.
By considering several factors, you can customize your garden to meet both your needs and those of your dog.
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