Protecting Your TV From Dogs, Toys & Zoomies (2025 Full Guide)
Dogs bring joy, energy and entertainment to any home but they can also bring absolute chaos.
If you’ve ever seen your dog chase a ball indoors, do laps around the sofa, or launch into full zoomies, you already know this:
👉 Your TV is not safe.
Every year, thousands of TVs are smashed by dogs not because they’re destructive, but because they’re fast, strong, and often totally unaware of their surroundings.
In this guide, The TV Screen Protector breaks down exactly how dogs damage TVs and the simple steps that stop it from ever happening.
🐾 How Dogs Actually Damage TV Screens
Unlike cats, who tend to scratch, dogs cause impact damage.
Their strength and speed can break a TV in ways most owners never expect.
The most common ways dogs break TVs:
1. Zoomies Collisions (The #1 Cause)
Zoomies turn your living room into a racetrack.
Dogs launch themselves around corners, slip on flooring, and crash straight into:
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TV stands
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Wall-mounted TVs
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Floating shelves
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Soundbars
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TV units
One hit from a medium or large dog can destroy a screen instantly.
2. Throwing Toys Into the TV
Dogs don’t throw toys - you do.
But dogs sprinting after a toy, skidding into furniture, or shaking toys near the TV all create risk.
Even soft toys can knock over a TV if thrown with enough force.
3. Pawing at Animals on Screen
Dogs often react to:
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Barking
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Running animals
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Fast movement
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Cartoon characters
They jump up, swipe at the screen, or try to “catch” what they see.
4. Tail Whipping
Large breeds (Labradors, German Shepherds, Huskies) have powerful tails that can:
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Smack the screen
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Hit the TV stand
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Knock remotes into the screen
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Cause vibrations that topple a TV on a light stand
5. Chewing Cables
Puppies especially love chewing.
Damaged cables cause:
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TV loss
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Short circuits
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Safety hazards
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Pulling the TV off the stand completely
⭐ What Actually Protects Your TV From Dogs
Most pet owners try instinctive fixes that don’t work:
❌ Shouting “NO!”
❌ Rearranging furniture
❌ Raising the TV slightly
❌ Hoping they’ll “grow out of it”
❌ Putting a blanket over the screen (big mistake traps heat)
Dogs don’t mean to damage your TV but they will unless you create a physical barrier or secure setup.
🛡️ 1. Use a High-Impact TV Screen Protector
This is the only thing that stops a flying toy, a zoomies collision, or a jumping dog from cracking your screen.
The TV Screen Protector offers three dog-proof options:
✔ Standard Clear
Great for small/medium dogs and general protection.
✔ Anti-Glare
Protects while reducing reflections that excite dogs (especially reactive ones).
✔ Ultima Clear
Our strongest protector ideal for large, energetic breeds and homes with frequent zoomies.
Designed to absorb harder impacts and prevent deep cracks.
🏠 2. Wall Mount the TV (But Correctly)
Wall mounting reduces tipping risk but dogs can jump HIGH.
Do it safely:
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Mount above tail height
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Use a heavy-duty, weight-certified bracket
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Ensure zero wobble
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Hide all cables
Wall mount + screen protector = safest setup.
🔌 3. Hide Every Cable
Dog tugging or chewing cables can bring the whole TV down.
Use:
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Wall trunking
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Behind-wall cable routing
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Floor cable covers
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Sticky clips to secure wires tightly
No loose cables = no pulling accidents.
🛋️ 4. Create a Clear “Run Zone” Away From the TV
Zoomies usually follow the same pattern a loop around furniture, hallway, or sofa.
Move your TV out of that pattern if possible.
Tips:
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Keep toys in a designated “play zone”
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Use soft rugs to reduce slipping
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Move stands out of the main running path
🎮 5. Secure Your TV Stand (If Not Wall-Mounted)
If your TV is on a stand:
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Anchor the stand to the wall
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Use anti-tip straps
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Place the TV as far back on the unit as possible
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Add weight to the bottom shelves for stability
A strong dog can topple a light stand easily.
🐕🦺 The Best Setup for Different Dog Personalities
High-Energy Dogs (Spaniels, Huskies, Collies)
→ Ultima Clear protector
→ Wall mount high
→ Zero cables exposed
Large Breeds (Labs, Shepherds, Rottweilers)
→ Ultima Clear
→ Anti-tip straps on stand
→ Tail-level clearance
Reactive Dogs
→ Anti-Glare protector
→ Avoid bright reflections
→ Keep TV sound lower to reduce triggers
Puppies
→ Standard Clear
→ Cable protection
→ Block behind TV unit
💡 Why Dogs Need a Different Protection Setup Than Cats
Cats scratch.
Dogs crash.
That means:
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Cats = surface damage
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Dogs = impact damage
The only universal solution for both is a protector but with dogs, strength matters most.
Final Thoughts: A Dog-Safe TV Setup Saves Money AND Stress
Your dog doesn’t intend to break your TV but zoomies, excitement, and play make accidents unavoidable.
With the right setup from The TV Screen Protector, you can protect your home, your dog, and your wallet from unexpected smash disasters.
A screen protector is the easiest, cheapest, and most reliable way to prevent TV damage and it instantly transforms your home into a pet-safe space.
