At this point, the goal is not to solve everything. The goal is to determine what level of response the situation requires right now.
This page helps you distinguish between contained risk, active risk, and situations that require escalation.
If risk appears contained
- Cords are currently inaccessible.
- No ongoing exposure is present.
- The behavior has not repeated since access was removed.
In this case, the immediate danger may be reduced — but awareness should remain high.
If risk appears active
- Cords are reachable or intermittently exposed.
- The behavior has repeated or escalated.
- You are unsure when access might occur.
Active risk should be treated as time-sensitive. Waiting for clarity is not required to acknowledge danger.
When escalation is appropriate
Escalation does not mean panic. It means recognizing that additional support or intervention may be needed.
- If injury may have already occurred.
- If electrical damage is suspected.
- If containment cannot be reliably maintained.
Seeking professional assistance in these cases is a protective decision, not an overreaction.
Plain informational disclaimer: This content is provided for general informational purposes only and does not replace professional guidance. If a dog or person may be in immediate danger, seek appropriate professional or emergency assistance.