7 Ways To Make Sure Your Dog Is Healthy

From grooming and mental stimulation through proper nutrition and preventative medications, the following tips can help you to keep your dog healthy and looked after.

The Right Nutrition

Feeding your pet the right food in the right amounts will help them to maintain a healthy weight. Obesity is one of the causes of many doggy illnesses so making your pet isn’t overweight is the first step to tackling this. Pets will usually get the nutrition they need from a well-balanced diet that includes quality food, however, you should check with your et to see if there is anything they should avoid or any supplements they need. Pet-Ness can help you with some of this information. Also, never forget to provide plenty of fresh water for your furry friend. 

The Right Exercise 

Regular hiking, walking, swimming, and playing ball games can help to keep your dog physically fit and active. However, you shouldn’t forget about mental stimulation too. Provide them with good quality toys to play with, hide treats, and try to build an obstacle course to keep them interested and engaged. 

Regular Checkups

Taking your dog for an annual checkup will provide them will the best opportunity for any issues to be identified before they become too big of a problem. They will screen for a variety of different health concerns, often early detection can be life-saving for a pet. You may also want to consider having them look at your dog’s teeth the remove tartar and plaque build up. 

Preventative Medications

There are some preventative steps you can take along the regular vet checkups. Preventative medications can be used to help relieve your pet from unwanted health issues such as ticks, fleas, and worms. As well as this, brushing their teeth regularly and providing them with some dental chews can help to prevent gum diseases and teeth loss. 

Grooming

Grooming is an important part of looking after your pets. You need to brush them a few times a week, trim their nails, give them regular baths. This is a great way for you to spot any signs or changes with your pet’s fur or skin such as bald patches, dry skin, or dandruff. It’s also the best time for you to spot any bumps or lumps that may need to be checked out. Each dog may need a different care routine so make sure you do your research. 

Showing Them Affection

It’s important for you to build a strong relationship with your dog, it’s good for both of you. Petting, belly rubs, cuddles, and brushing their fur are all positive ways to show your affection. Not only does it help to strengthen the emotional connection between you, but it also promotes great positive interactions with other people and animals. 

Their Safety

The safety of your pet is extremely important. You can keep them safe by having collars with ID tags, making your home safe, microchips, and keeping toxic substances out of reach. 

7 ways to make sure your dog is healthy

By following the tips above you will be able to ensure your dog is kept safe, happy, and healthy. What do you do to keep your furry friend safe? Please share in the comments below!

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