Ten Essential Tips To
Help Care For Your Dog
Your new dog will give you a lifetime of loyalty, friendship and the most unconditional love you can imagine.
In return your four-legged friend depends on you for basic survival needs like water, food, shelter, regular vet care, companionship, exercise, love and much more.
These ten tips can help establish a deeply devoted, loyal, loving relationship with your k9 companion.
1.) Provide your dog with a nice sturdy collar with an ID tag that contains your name, address and telephone number. There is always a possibility that your dog may become lost. With an ID tag this increases the chance that your dog will be found and returned to your home.
2.) Be sure to research your local laws and requirements to license your dog and have the dog vaccinated for rabies. Check with your local vet, animal shelter or human society for information regarding legal requirements, where to obtain tags, and where to have your pet vaccinated. Usually you local vet can handle the vaccinations for you with minimal work on your end.
3.) When taking your dog off for a walk remember to always use a "secure" leash. You should never allow your dog to wander around off your property freely. Even though they may have an ID tag it is best for your neighbors to protect them and yourself by keeping your dog under control all the time.
4.) Provide adequate Shelter. You should not leave your dog outside for long periods of time. They need and want human interaction, companionship and good quality "inside" family time. An easy solution when your dog needs to be outside is to provide a fenced yard with a dog house. This provides immediate shelter and relaxation area for all dog types especially active and large dogs.
5.) Regular check-ups with your local veterinarian. If you do not have a veterinarian you need to find one to that you and your dog are comfortable with. If you are not sure which one to choose do some research and look for referrals or testimonials to help in your decision.
6.) Spay or neuter your dog. It has been proven that dogs who have this routine procedure have a tendency to be healthier,have fewer attitude and behavior problems and live longer. This also helps your community to keep the pet population down low.
7.) Provide a nutritional well-balanced diet, as well as constant access to fresh, clean water. If you are not sure as to how to provide the best diet you can ask your vet for suggestions on what you can feed your dog and how often.
8.) Training Class. Behavioral training classes will help you control your dog in a safe, gentle way. It allows you to form a better bond with your dog and establishes the controller. Do some research on the web about your local training classes available to you.
9.) Give your dog exercise without overworking him. Sufficient exercise for most breeds can consist of secure leash walks twice a day and family playtime. You can consult your local vet about the appropriate level of exercise for your dog.
10.) Patience and loyalty. Do not set extremely high expectations on your dog. If you follow the steps above you should have a well-balanced dog but keep in mind that most behavior problems can be solved. Check with your local vet if you are struggling with your pet's behavior.
Not sure what breed is best suited for you and your family? Then check out some of the most popular breeds.
Already own a dog? Then visit our "shop for your pooch" section to get the supplies you need and the accessories you want .
Your new dog will give you a lifetime of loyalty, friendship and the most unconditional love you can imagine.
In return your four-legged friend depends on you for basic survival needs like water, food, shelter, regular vet care, companionship, exercise, love and much more.
These ten tips can help establish a deeply devoted, loyal, loving relationship with your k9 companion.
1.) Provide your dog with a nice sturdy collar with an ID tag that contains your name, address and telephone number. There is always a possibility that your dog may become lost. With an ID tag this increases the chance that your dog will be found and returned to your home.
2.) Be sure to research your local laws and requirements to license your dog and have the dog vaccinated for rabies. Check with your local vet, animal shelter or human society for information regarding legal requirements, where to obtain tags, and where to have your pet vaccinated. Usually you local vet can handle the vaccinations for you with minimal work on your end.
3.) When taking your dog off for a walk remember to always use a "secure" leash. You should never allow your dog to wander around off your property freely. Even though they may have an ID tag it is best for your neighbors to protect them and yourself by keeping your dog under control all the time.
4.) Provide adequate Shelter. You should not leave your dog outside for long periods of time. They need and want human interaction, companionship and good quality "inside" family time. An easy solution when your dog needs to be outside is to provide a fenced yard with a dog house. This provides immediate shelter and relaxation area for all dog types especially active and large dogs.
5.) Regular check-ups with your local veterinarian. If you do not have a veterinarian you need to find one to that you and your dog are comfortable with. If you are not sure which one to choose do some research and look for referrals or testimonials to help in your decision.
6.) Spay or neuter your dog. It has been proven that dogs who have this routine procedure have a tendency to be healthier,have fewer attitude and behavior problems and live longer. This also helps your community to keep the pet population down low.
7.) Provide a nutritional well-balanced diet, as well as constant access to fresh, clean water. If you are not sure as to how to provide the best diet you can ask your vet for suggestions on what you can feed your dog and how often.
8.) Training Class. Behavioral training classes will help you control your dog in a safe, gentle way. It allows you to form a better bond with your dog and establishes the controller. Do some research on the web about your local training classes available to you.
9.) Give your dog exercise without overworking him. Sufficient exercise for most breeds can consist of secure leash walks twice a day and family playtime. You can consult your local vet about the appropriate level of exercise for your dog.
10.) Patience and loyalty. Do not set extremely high expectations on your dog. If you follow the steps above you should have a well-balanced dog but keep in mind that most behavior problems can be solved. Check with your local vet if you are struggling with your pet's behavior.
Not sure what breed is best suited for you and your family? Then check out some of the most popular breeds.
Already own a dog? Then visit our "shop for your pooch" section to get the supplies you need and the accessories you want .
