Dogs and humans have a very special bond, and dog lovers all around the world enjoy nothing more than lavishing their dogs with cuddles, treats, and toys. And it turns out, according to one expert, your dog understands how much you love her.
Interestingly, dog may be a great addition to any family, but it’s critical to prioritize your canine companion’s health and happiness. Here are some helpful tips for new dog owners.
1. Keep a Close Eye on Your Puppy.
Tip #1 Feeding
• Puppies aged eight to twelve weeks require four meals every day.
• Feed pups aged three to six months three meals every day.
• Feed pups between the ages of six months and one year two meals every day.
Tip #2 Nutrition
After your dog reaches his first birthday, he should be fed a high-quality, brand-name puppy food, generally one meal per day, to provide the required vitamins and minerals for growth and development.
Tip #3 Housing
Your pet requires a warm, quiet area to sleep that is free of drafts and off the floor. A training cage or dog bed with a clean blanket or pillow inside is excellent. Wash the dog’s bedding on a regular basis.
Tip #4 Outdoor
If your dog will be spending a lot of time outside, make sure she has plenty of shade and cool water in hot weather, and a warm, dry, covered shelter in cold weather.
Tip #5 Exercise
Dogs require exercise to burn calories, engage their minds, and maintain their health. Individual activity requirements differ according on breed or breed combination, sex, age, and degree of health. Exercise also helps dogs avoid boredom, which can result in destructive behavior. Many of your pet’s innate desires to dig, herd, chew, retrieve, and pursue will be satisfied by supervised fun and games.
Tip #6 Grooming
Brushing your dog on a regular basis will help keep him clean and minimize shedding. During the summer, check for fleas and ticks on a daily basis. Most dogs only need to be washed a few times a year. Comb or clip off all mats from the coat before bathing. Rinse the coat thoroughly to remove any soap residue, otherwise the dirt will adhere to the soap residue. For additional information, please go to how to provide the best life for your dog.
Tip #7 Handling
To carry a puppy or tiny dog, place one hand under the dog’s chest and either your forearm or the other hand on the dog’s hind legs and rump. Never raise or grasp your puppy or tiny dog by the forelegs, tail, or the back of the neck. If you must raise a huge dog, do so from the bottom, holding his chest with one arm and his back with the other.
2. Consult Your Veterinarian
Tip #8 Identification and Licensing
Obey your community’s licensing requirements. Make sure the license is attached to your dog’s collar. This, coupled with an ID tag and an implanted microchip or tattoo, can assist ensure your dog’s safe return if she becomes separated from you.
Tip #9 Ticks and Fleas
During the warm seasons, it is important to examine your dog for fleas and ticks on a daily basis. Fleas may be found and removed with a flea comb. There are numerous innovative techniques for controlling fleas and ticks. Learn how to consult your veterinarian about these and other alternatives. More information on fleas and ticks may be found here on our website.
Tip #10 Poisons and medications
Call your veterinarian if you believe your animal has consumed a dangerous substance. Never give your dog medicine that has not been prescribed by a veterinarian.
Tip #11 Spaying and Neutering
Female dogs should be spayed or neutered by six months of age, and male dogs should be neutered by the same age.
Tip #12 Vaccinations
A number of vaccines may be beneficial to your dog. To learn more, please visit our Pet Vaccinations page.
Finally, unless you are in a safe, fenced-in location, keep your dog on a leash when you are outside. Please clean up after your dog if it defecates on a neighbor’s yard, the sidewalk, or any other public area.
