{"id":123835,"date":"2022-09-14T05:45:43","date_gmt":"2022-09-14T05:45:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/"},"modified":"2022-09-15T10:51:31","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T10:51:31","slug":"how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/","title":{"rendered":"How do I keep my dog out of the kitchen trash can?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_keep_my_dog_out_of_the_kitchen_trash_can\" title=\"How do I keep my dog out of the kitchen trash can?\">How do I keep my dog out of the kitchen trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_can_I_pet_proof_my_trash_can\" title=\"How can I pet proof my trash can?\">How can I pet proof my trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#What_will_keep_animals_away_from_trash\" title=\"What will keep animals away from trash?\">What will keep animals away from trash?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#Can_dogs_open_sensor_trash_cans\" title=\"Can dogs open sensor trash cans?\">Can dogs open sensor trash cans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_getting_in_the_trash_can\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from getting in the trash can?\">How do I stop my dog from getting in the trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#Why_does_my_dog_keep_getting_into_the_trash_can\" title=\"Why does my dog keep getting into the trash can?\">Why does my dog keep getting into the trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_you_pet_proof_a_trash_can\" title=\"How do you pet proof a trash can?\">How do you pet proof a trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_dog_proof_my_bathroom_trash_can\" title=\"How do I dog proof my bathroom trash can?\">How do I dog proof my bathroom trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_you_raccoon_proof_a_trash_can\" title=\"How do you raccoon proof a trash can?\">How do you raccoon proof a trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_you_rat_proof_trash\" title=\"How do you rat proof trash?\">How do you rat proof trash?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_keep_animals_out_of_my_garbage\" title=\"How do I keep animals out of my garbage?\">How do I keep animals out of my garbage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#What_will_keep_raccoons_out_of_my_garbage\" title=\"What will keep raccoons out of my garbage?\">What will keep raccoons out of my garbage?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_you_keep_dogs_and_cats_out_of_the_trash\" title=\"How do you keep dogs and cats out of the trash?\">How do you keep dogs and cats out of the trash?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_keep_squirrels_out_of_my_trash_cans\" title=\"How do I keep squirrels out of my trash cans?\">How do I keep squirrels out of my trash cans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#Can_dogs_open_sensor_trash_can\" title=\"Can dogs open sensor trash can?\">Can dogs open sensor trash can?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#Do_motion_sensor_trash_cans_lock\" title=\"Do motion sensor trash cans lock?\">Do motion sensor trash cans lock?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#Can_dogs_get_into_simple_human_trash_cans\" title=\"Can dogs get into simple human trash cans?\">Can dogs get into simple human trash cans?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can\/#How_do_I_dog_proof_my_trash_can\" title=\"How do I dog proof my trash can?\">How do I dog proof my trash can?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_my_dog_out_of_the_kitchen_trash_can\"><\/span>How do I keep my dog out of the kitchen trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should purchase a trash can with a tight lid that is short enough to fit in a closed cupboard. Keep the trash can in a secure space such as under the sink or in your pantry and <b>install a childproof latch on the door to prevent your pooch from nudging it open<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_pet_proof_my_trash_can\"><\/span>How can I pet proof my trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another helpful tip Dougherty has for pet parents is to <b>place weight in the bottom of the bin so that dogs can&#8217;t easily knock over the trash can and spill its contents on the floor. Bricks, stones, weights, sand in a bag will help to secure your bin.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uXZg1o1t20k\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_will_keep_animals_away_from_trash\"><\/span>What will keep animals away from trash?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Most animals hate the smell of ammonia, raccoons included. Try <b>spraying Windex or other glass cleaner around and in the garbage can. This should help eliminate the garbage smell and discourage anything from going near the can.<\/b><\/p>\n<p>Also Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/petanimalscare.com\/how-do-you-lock-a-simplehuman-trash-can\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do you lock a simplehuman trash can?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_open_sensor_trash_cans\"><\/span>Can dogs open sensor trash cans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>iTouchless Multifunction Sensor Trash Can, 4 Gallon<\/b> A motion sensor opens this four-gallon trash can, meaning the lid stays locked when it&#8217;s tipped over. While a dog could certainly learn how to use this mechanism, no reviewer has reported that their dog has mastered the technique.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_getting_in_the_trash_can\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from getting in the trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>You should purchase a trash can with a tight lid that is short enough to fit in a closed cupboard. Keep the trash can in a secure space such as under the sink or in your pantry and <b>install a childproof latch on the door to prevent your pooch from nudging it open<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_keep_getting_into_the_trash_can\"><\/span>Why does my dog keep getting into the trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A big part of dogs getting into the trash is <b>their scavenger behavior. If they are hungry, they are going to snoop about and find something edible to take care of that need. If your dog is well fed, by having frequent meals or what have you, then they are going to be much less likely to go digging for garbage.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_pet_proof_a_trash_can\"><\/span>How do you pet proof a trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another helpful tip Dougherty has for pet parents is to <b>place weight in the bottom of the bin so that dogs can&#8217;t easily knock over the trash can and spill its contents on the floor. Bricks, stones, weights, sand in a bag will help to secure your bin.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_dog_proof_my_bathroom_trash_can\"><\/span>How do I dog proof my bathroom trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>BINO Stainless Steel Rectangle Step Dog Proof Trash Can<\/b> A removable bin allows you to empty the trash or clean the inside of the receptacle without removing the entire bin from the bathroom. The lid is very tight, and it operates off a step that&#8217;s angled so that it&#8217;s a little more difficult for Fido to master.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_raccoon_proof_a_trash_can\"><\/span>How do you raccoon proof a trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>To keep raccoons out of your garbage, <b>stretch a rubber bungee cord tight from one handle over the top of the lid to the other handle. Hang a string of blinking Christmas lights around trash cans and leave them on all night to act as a raccoon deterrent.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ctvnews.ca\/polopoly_fs\/1.2318762.1428588555!\/httpImage\/image.jpg_gen\/derivatives\/landscape_1020\/image.jpg\" alt=\"Design of raccoon-proof green bins revealed | CTV News\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_rat_proof_trash\"><\/span>How do you rat proof trash?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>8 Tactics to Keep Critters Out of Your Trash Cans<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use Heavy-Duty Trash Bags.<\/li>\n<li>Wash Out Food Waste Containers.<\/li>\n<li>Construct a Trash Enclosure.<\/li>\n<li>Repair Holes or Replace Damaged Bins.<\/li>\n<li>Install Motion-Activated Lights.<\/li>\n<li>Secure Trash Can and Dumpster Lids.<\/li>\n<li>Keep Trash Cans Away From Your House.<\/li>\n<li>Spray Ammonia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_animals_out_of_my_garbage\"><\/span>How do I keep animals out of my garbage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>8 Tactics to Keep Critters Out of Your Trash Cans<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Use Heavy-Duty Trash Bags.<\/li>\n<li>Wash Out Food Waste Containers.<\/li>\n<li>Construct a Trash Enclosure.<\/li>\n<li>Repair Holes or Replace Damaged Bins.<\/li>\n<li>Install Motion-Activated Lights.<\/li>\n<li>Secure Trash Can and Dumpster Lids.<\/li>\n<li>Keep Trash Cans Away From Your House.<\/li>\n<li>Spray Ammonia.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_will_keep_raccoons_out_of_my_garbage\"><\/span>What will keep raccoons out of my garbage?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Two scents that raccoons find unpleasant are <b>ammonia and mothballs. Pour a small amount of ammonia on your garbage, or spread mothballs around the outside of your trash cans to deter animals from getting too close. Scaring Off Raccoons: Raccoons are nocturnal animals, so they prowl around at night.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_keep_dogs_and_cats_out_of_the_trash\"><\/span>How do you keep dogs and cats out of the trash?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Top 7 Ways to Keep Dogs Out of Trash Cans:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Hide the Trash Can. One of the easiest ways to prevent your canine from breaking into the trash can is to hide it.<\/li>\n<li>Put the Trash Can Out of Reach.<\/li>\n<li>Use a Dog-Proof Trash Can.<\/li>\n<li>Use a Baby Gate.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure Your Dog is Well-Fed.<\/li>\n<li>Provide More Mental Stimulation.<\/li>\n<li>Train Your Dog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_keep_squirrels_out_of_my_trash_cans\"><\/span>How do I keep squirrels out of my trash cans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Spray the mixture of one-part hot pepper sauce and four parts water around your trash cans or problem areas. Motion-activated sprinklers. Install motion-activated sprinklers in your yard in proximity to your trash cans. The water will scare away the squirrels.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_open_sensor_trash_can\"><\/span>Can dogs open sensor trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>They are really good about not getting in the trash whatever it is in. <b>All the dog would have to do is put its nose near the sensor and the lid would open. Then it would close again even if the dog had his nose in there.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_motion_sensor_trash_cans_lock\"><\/span>Do motion sensor trash cans lock?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Yes, you can put a lock on a touchless trash can, but keep in mind that this will make it impossible to use the trash can without touching it.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"YouTube video player\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/JXKHKlBrJIk\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" frameborder=\"0\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_get_into_simple_human_trash_cans\"><\/span>Can dogs get into simple human trash cans?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The simplehuman 55 Liter Rectangular Hands-Free Kitchen Step Trash Can is <b>a one-step operation that your dog won&#8217;t be able to master.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_dog_proof_my_trash_can\"><\/span>How do I dog proof my trash can?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>My Top 10 Ways How to Dog-Proof a Trash Can<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Move the trash can into an enclosed area.<\/li>\n<li>Empty your trash often.<\/li>\n<li>Buy a dog-proof trash can.<\/li>\n<li>Add a weight to the bottom.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure trash bags are sealed and out of reach.<\/li>\n<li>Use a safety lock to secure it.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure the lid is on tight.<\/li>\n<li>Use a bitter spray to deter your dog.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How do I keep my dog out of the kitchen trash can?How can I pet proof my trash can?What will keep animals away from trash?Can dogs open sensor trash cans?How do I stop my dog from getting in the trash can?Why does my dog keep getting into the trash can?How do you&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":194781,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"default","_kad_post_title":"default","_kad_post_layout":"default","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"default","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"default","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[619],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/08\/How-do-I-keep-my-dog-out-of-the-kitchen-trash-can.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/123835"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=123835"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/123835\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":194783,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/123835\/revisions\/194783"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/194781"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=123835"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=123835"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=123835"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}