With winter setting in, there have been several stories in the local news about fires starting in homes due things such as heaters having problems and people trying to thaw frozen pipes. It made us think this is a good time to bring up fire safety tips for pet owners. Here’s some good info from the ASPCA: http://www.aspca.org/Blog/five-fire-safety-tips-for-people-with-pets.aspx
We shudder to think about it. But according to the National Fire Protection Association, each year more than 1,000 house fires are accidentally started by pets. Please take a minute to pet proof your home against potential fire hazards—it could mean the difference between life and death for your four-legged friends.
Secure wires and cords. Cats are especially interested in playing with anything that looks like string. Keep electrical wires and power cords secured and out of your pet’s reach.
Blow it out. Don’t leave lit candles unattended. Pets may burn themselves or cause a fire if they knock the candles over. Be sure to use appropriate candle holders placed on a stable surface. Want to be really safe? Consider using only flameless candles.
Cover it up. Pets are naturally curious and will investigate almost anything that has a scent. This includes your oven. Be sure to remove stove knobs or protect them with covers before leaving the house. Believe it or not, exploring stove tops is the number one way your pet can accidently start a fire.
Go crazy with the detectors. There is no such thing as too many smoke detectors. In fact, you should have at least one on each floor of your home. Out a lot? Consider using monitored smoke detectors. These systems send an immediate alert to a call center letting them know smoke has been detected.
Stick ‘em up. In the event of an emergency, our pet rescue sticker alerts rescue personnel that animals are inside your home. Write down the number of pets inside and attach the sticker to a front window or door.
For more information on preparing your family for an emergency, please read our list of Disaster Readiness tips.
Anchorage Animal Care and Control 
Surely if your cat were to sit on yoru cooker, it wouldnt be there for long if the hob was turned on??!?
Although as a kid my cat Gizmo was very stupid and would sit anywhere.