Once you become a dog owner chances are you are hooked for life.
The thought of losing your canine friend is almost unbearable.
They demand so little and give so much.
There are things that you can do though to help keep your beloved dog around a little longer.
Of course the earlier you start with the prevention of potential problems the better it is.
Knowing when to stop It is important that you train your dog in obedience, but this should also include knowing when its time to take time out.
Healthy dogs are bursting with energy and never seem to want to give up whatever activity is open to them.
Their bodies do need rest throughout the day as well, and they should become used to this as part of their daily routine.
If you happen to be one of those dog owners that takes their dog with them wherever you go, then be sure that there is a quiet time at some point in time during the day.
The right foods One of the biggest controversies when it comes to the canines is their diet.
Some believe in raw foods other believe in cooked.
Then some believe in a veggie diet others believe in meat only.
You need to do a little research as to what seems right for your dog based on the size and breed that you own.
Allergies are a big problem in dogs that many owners don't realize.
Watch carefully how your dog reacts to any food that you give them.
You will see physical signs if they seem to be sensitive.
Then you will need to try and determine which ingredient in the food is the culprit and avoid this.
Most often you will find that coloring and preservatives are the cause.
Good oral hygiene is a must A lot of pet owners don't realize just how important good teeth and gum health is when it comes to the dogs.
Much of the bacteria that can present itself here can end up entering their bloodstream and causing ill health.
Constant examination of this area is a must and rectifying any potential problems that are surfacing immediately is most important.
Too much sun is not good We tend to forget that the suns UV rays are not only dangerous to people but dogs as well.
This is most applicable to short haired dogs or those with light colored fur.
Using the same common sense approach to sun exposure with the canine as you do for yourself should be ample enough protection.
Watch out for garbage eating There are some dogs no matter how well they are fed or how full they are just can't resist chewing on objects.
These objects can easily be digested and cause serious problems.
Keeping a keen eye on your dog especially when outdoors will be to your advantage as well as his.
Don't forget about the inside either, this area is not exempt to the dog who has to eat everything.
These are just a few of many steps that you can take to keep your pooch around just a little bit longer.
The thought of losing your canine friend is almost unbearable.
They demand so little and give so much.
There are things that you can do though to help keep your beloved dog around a little longer.
Of course the earlier you start with the prevention of potential problems the better it is.
Knowing when to stop It is important that you train your dog in obedience, but this should also include knowing when its time to take time out.
Healthy dogs are bursting with energy and never seem to want to give up whatever activity is open to them.
Their bodies do need rest throughout the day as well, and they should become used to this as part of their daily routine.
If you happen to be one of those dog owners that takes their dog with them wherever you go, then be sure that there is a quiet time at some point in time during the day.
The right foods One of the biggest controversies when it comes to the canines is their diet.
Some believe in raw foods other believe in cooked.
Then some believe in a veggie diet others believe in meat only.
You need to do a little research as to what seems right for your dog based on the size and breed that you own.
Allergies are a big problem in dogs that many owners don't realize.
Watch carefully how your dog reacts to any food that you give them.
You will see physical signs if they seem to be sensitive.
Then you will need to try and determine which ingredient in the food is the culprit and avoid this.
Most often you will find that coloring and preservatives are the cause.
Good oral hygiene is a must A lot of pet owners don't realize just how important good teeth and gum health is when it comes to the dogs.
Much of the bacteria that can present itself here can end up entering their bloodstream and causing ill health.
Constant examination of this area is a must and rectifying any potential problems that are surfacing immediately is most important.
Too much sun is not good We tend to forget that the suns UV rays are not only dangerous to people but dogs as well.
This is most applicable to short haired dogs or those with light colored fur.
Using the same common sense approach to sun exposure with the canine as you do for yourself should be ample enough protection.
Watch out for garbage eating There are some dogs no matter how well they are fed or how full they are just can't resist chewing on objects.
These objects can easily be digested and cause serious problems.
Keeping a keen eye on your dog especially when outdoors will be to your advantage as well as his.
Don't forget about the inside either, this area is not exempt to the dog who has to eat everything.
These are just a few of many steps that you can take to keep your pooch around just a little bit longer.
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