As a pet owner, you want to do everything you can to take care of your pet, which involves regular everyday activities to ensure they stay happy and healthy.
Read on to learn about safety tips for your pet care, for a lifetime of happy and healthy cats and dogs.
Never Skip Veterinarian Visits
A responsible pet owner should never skip visits to the veterinarian. Given their lifespan, your dog or cat should be getting a checkup at least once or twice a year.
Despite how difficult trips to the vet can be, establishing and maintaining good pet health means keeping up with vet visits as they age.
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Vaccinations
Vaccinating your pets is an essential part of pet care. Soon after welcoming your new pet into your home, a scheduled appointment for immunization is a must.
During your first visit, the vet will set up an immunization schedule for your pet to protect them from illness and disease.
Vaccinations for puppies should happen early in your puppy's first few weeks after in their new home, as it help prevent diseases such as rabies, Lyme disease, and distemper.
Meanwhile, Cats benefit from vaccines that prevent feline herpes virus, feline leukemia, and rabies.
If you've adopted an adult or senior animal, make sure they are immunized, too, as vaccinations do need renewal and aren't just for young pets.
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Proper Identification
If the unthinkable happens and your little furry friend gets lost, owners should be knowable that doing proper identification is the key to a happy ending.
Proper identification includes a safe collar, an ID tag that contains all of your contact information, and microchipping your pet is advisable because there's always the possibility that the collar would fall off.
A combination of these forms of identification will go a long way to reuniting you and your beloved pet, but only if you keep your contact information up-to-date. so be sure to change your information on file with the microchip if you have updated them.
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Spaying/Neutering
Sterilizing your pet prevents a host of health problems, including complicated pregnancies, and reduces the number of homeless animals.
Furthermore, spaying your female kitty greatly reduces her risk of cervical cancer and eliminates the risk of ovarian cancer, as well as prevents her from going into "heat."
Moreover, neutering your puppy will prevent him from getting testicular cancer, as well as helps alleviate his aggression during "heat".
Pet Food and supplements
Two connected elements in pet ownership which is providing animals with fresh, cool water and healthy food at all times.
The right food will boost your buddy's life, providing them with the energy and nutrients they need.
When choosing the best cat food, look for a good balance of protein, carbs, and fats. These are also important ingredients for dog food, too, as is plenty of fiber for the digestive system.
In addition to healthy food, you should select a pet food formula that is appropriate for your pet's age, health conditions, and activity level.
Owners speak to your personal vet before switching your pet to a specialized food.
Grooming
As your pets' caretaker, it is your job is to provide them with good hygiene habits at home, vet, or at the groomer's.
You should attend to their needs, which includes brushing their teeth, combing their coats and providing them with healthy food all keep them in tip-top shape.
Comfy Quarters
As the seasons change or you rearrange your living space, take a look around to see that you're providing your pet with a safe, cozy habitat, which is also is a good time to check for potential hazards.
Look for exposed cords or wires as youngers find these to be a great chewing toy, make sure to also secure safety gates, repair loose windows or screens as well as remove any plants that are poisonous to your pet.
Training and Socializing
One of the most important factors of taking care of your furry friend is ensuring your dog or cat is well-trained, and proper socializing is a part of that, which is best and most effective to start when they are young.
Toilet training is the number one priority for any animal with who houses with you, as well as working on obedience.
Furthermore, learning socialization skills will help your puppy or kitten bond with you and with other pets.
Safe Playtime
It is no secret that dogs and cats love to play, and it's an effective relationship-building activity, so take stock of their toys.
However, make sure that the stuffed toys do not pose choking hazards or have hard, and sharp edges that could cause any injury.
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