Caring for a dog is the first thing future pet owners should think about. How to walk, wash and feed your pet. What vaccinations to do and how often to visit a veterinarian.
The appearance in the dog house is a crucial step, which begins with the preparation. The puppy needs a personal space for games, as well as a place where he will eat and rest. In addition, think about safety: wires, furniture, corners – all this is of interest to the puppy.
Having prepared the apartment for the appearance of a pet, the future owner should take care of the main thing – about the care. The basis of this process is feeding, walking, veterinary control and hygiene, as well as training. Consider each aspect in more detail.
Feeding
The main mistake that most dog owners make is feeding their own food. Even worse, when a pet is treated with delicacies that a person considers tasty: sugar, chocolate, sausage. The best food for the animal – specialized food and treats. And to them a dog should be taught from childhood.
Walking
You must walk your dog twice a day, at least in the morning and in the evening, especially when it comes to large breeds. In connection with the developed muscles they need a lot of physical activity, which means that walks should be longer. Small dogs, on the contrary, do not require many hours of walking. Usually after 5–10 minutes they ask to go home.
Veterinary control and hygiene
In addition to a balanced diet and physical activity, the health of the dog depends on timely visits to the veterinarian. The animal needs a veterinary passport in which all vaccinations must be marked. In addition, it is recommended to visit the clinic once every six months for a routine examination.
Hygiene procedures are important in caring for a dog. This is, first of all, bathing, combing and care of the claws and teeth of the pet.
Dog hygiene rules
Dog grooming. If your dog is a representative of a long-haired breed, it is worth combing it every two or three days with a special comb. Short-haired dogs can be scratched once a week during the molt period and two or three times a month – between them. Combing pet, pay attention to the condition of the skin. If redness or neoplasm is found, call your doctor.
Another point in the care of wool is bathing dogs. It is recommended to do this as necessary. Get a special shampoo for dogs, because the rest of the products can cause irritation and an allergic reaction.
Teeth care. Caring for a dog’s teeth involves regular cleaning with a special toothpaste. Also help get rid of plaque and hard treats for animals.
Claw care. Particular attention should be paid to the pet’s claws, especially if you are the owner of a decorative breed or a dwarf dog, in which they quickly grow. It is advisable to cut the claws from a specialist, as this is a rather traumatic process.
Caring for a dog is not as complicated as it may seem at first glance. Attentiveness, patience and love for a pet are your main assistants in this matter.
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