Feed a dog
Feeding our dog is very important. Animals, like people, require food, but that food must be measured and selective. Well, we cannot give anything to a dog, just as a person would not be good to eat anything.
1. Feed your dog with good quality dog food.
Read the food label you are going to buy. The first ingredients should be a type of meat, not a meat by-product or some type of grain. You should ask your veterinarian to recommend dog food.
2. Feed your dog on a regular schedule.
It is recommended that you feed it twice a day. Feed your dog with the first half in the morning and with the second half at night. A stable feeding routine can also help you train your dog at home. Dogs generally make their needs 20 to 30 minutes after feeding.
3. Avoid giving your dog an excessive number of snacks or food for people.
Do not feed your dog with food that is not good for him. There are many foods that, in addition to not being good for your dog, could harm your health.
4. Give your dog water.
Food is not the only thing your dog needs to survive. Water is just as important, or even more than food.
Take care of your dog's health
Dogs require health, as do other animals and just like people. There are a number of elements that you should verify and apply to ensure the health of your dog. As dogs also require medical treatment and of course vaccines or other remedies to ensure their health.
1. Make sure you meet a good and reliable veterinarian
A good way to choose a veterinarian is to pay attention to whether he or she answers your questions promptly and demonstrating a broad knowledge of the subject. You should take your dog for regular checkups. Remember that you should also know an emergency veterinary clinic that is open 24 hours a day and on weekends, just in case, one day, you would have an emergency.
2. Vaccinate your dog.
Your veterinarian will inform you about common diseases in your area and against what diseases you need to be vaccinated. In most countries it is mandatory that you vaccinate your
dog against rabies. Although this is not a legal requirement, it is recommended that you do so to protect your pet and yourself from this deadly disease.
3. Consider placing your dog with an identification chip.
This device is a small microchip that is injected under the skin over the shoulder blades. Each chip has a unique number that is registered in a database with your contact information. In case of loss or theft of your pet, the chip is a way to connect with your dog and prove that you are its owner.
4. Use treatments to prevent parasites regularly.
It is important that your dog receives a basic deworming treatment regularly to fight nematodes. It is possible that a dog that has a lower risk of contracting parasites only needs treatment for nematodes two or three times a year, while a dog with a higher risk should receive monthly treatments. It also considers other risks such as canine dirofilariasis. In addition, use preventive treatments for fleas and a product that kills ticks if you live in an area where these arachnids proliferate.
5. Sterilize your dog.
Doing so reduces the risk of contracting some health disorders, such as breast cancer and pyometra. In addition, doing so is a responsible decision as it reduces the problem of accidental reproduction and overpopulation of pets. It should also be taken into account that sterilized dogs have a higher risk of suffering some health problems.
6. Get health insurance for pets.
If you have trouble paying for your pet's veterinary treatment, get a pet insurance policy. The exact nature of the policies and the amount they cover varies widely.
Investigate. Decide how much you can pay each month for a premium and research several companies to find out what level of coverage they provide.
Groom your dog
Dogs need honey. If we have a dog, it is not only for fun, it is also for having a certain company. But just like we want to be well accompanied and enjoy well-being, dogs also want the same.
1. Brush your dog.
Brushing your dog regularly will reduce the frequency with which you change your hair and allow you to assess the condition of your body. You may need a comb and a brush to avoid knots and untangle hair. If your dog sheds hair very often, look for shampoos for this problem in shopping centers and pet stores.
2. Keep your dog's fur clean.
Dirty fur can cause secondary skin infections, so be prepared to bathe your dog with a mild shampoo if its fur gets too dirty. Keep in mind that your dog's coat can grow and you will need to be cut by an expert dog groomer.
3. Keep your dog's claws short.
It may be difficult to cut your dog's claws but it is important that you keep his paws in good condition. Train your dog to associate claw cutting with good things.
