Tuesday, October 16, 2012

How to Be An Awesome Dog Parent


Tip#1 Avoid major flea infestation by taking preventative measures like treating your pets with flea and tick tropical year round as well as your home and yard

Tip#2 Pay attention to change in your dog's habit. Some change are age related, but sudden change from routine can mean something is ailing your dog.

Tip#3 Take your dog to the dog park for socialization. Don't force your dog to socialize with others, use positive reinforcement and start slow if your dog reluctant.

Tip#4 Micro Ship are the best way to ensure that lost dog or runaways will be returned to your safely. Make your they also have dog tags with your contact information with engraved.

Tip#5 Supply your dog with toy to keep him/her busy. Don't give them all the toy at once, rotate different toy as rope, bone, chew toy etc. to keep them entertained longer.


Tip#6 If you can't brush your dog teeth daily, offer a dental chew few time a week. For the very stubborn pets, a dental rinse also good.

Tip#7 Understand emergencies and Pet first aids. First aid kits should be kept properly labeled container and of course somewhere your pet and children can't reach to get into.

Tip#8 Pet proof your house. Get down on hour hand and knees to your pet level of vision and find thing around the house that maybe hazardous to them.

Tip#9 Regular vet visits. Familiarize your pet with being handled, touch his paws, nose, ear etc and get him acquainted with touch and create a feeling of trust before taking to the vet.

Tip#10 Watching their weight. Apart from the good old portion control, take them outside for exercise, and regular walk.

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