Do you enjoy having a dog is the best job in the world? Dogs are beloved pets for good reason. You must become a good companion to them by making sure they’re cared for him or her properly. The following tips and advice will help you out.
Hugs are great to give your pets, but avoid kisses. Dogs really get into everything, drink enthusiastically from the toilet bowl and love to lick and smell certain body parts of other dogs. It is an old wives’ tale that the dog’s mouth is much cleaner months than humans. This statement is most definitely not in the least bit true.
You should take your dog to the vet at lease once a year. Since your dog can’t speak, he simply cannot tell you if his tooth aches or his arthritis is making it difficult for him to walk. A yearly checkup will help diagnose any problems before they become huge issues.
If you have medications at home, you should ensure your dog never gains access to it. Call your vet immediately if your dog swallows any pills.
Be wary about certain flea treatments. A lot of the ones on the market have ingredients that are 1000 times more potent than what is considered safe by the EPA and can cause cancer. Talk to your veterinarian about safer for use around small kids.
Your dog may pick things easier when they get these type of signals. Try using both ways of giving commands to see which works best.
Don’t force your dog to eat something they don’t want to eat. If your dog doesn’t like a treat you give him, just try another brand rather than making him eat. Learn about your dog’s various likes and what he doesn’t.
Schedule a visit for the new dog. The veterinarian will provide a full health check and set a vaccination schedule. You should also want to check with the vet about fixing your dog if you will not be breeding him.
Affection works both ways; love your dog as much as he loves you. As long as you use the tips you read above, you will do your job of caring for your new dog well. Your dog should have a great life, and after reading this, you both will.