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Buying a dog can be one of the best things you ever do. A dog adds a fantastic dynamic to your family that everyone can enjoy. A dog can help older people with loneliness and teach children some lessons in life that humans are unable to do. If you take care of your dog properly, then you will have a friend for many years to come. So, let’s find out how you can take care of your four-legged friend.
Training
If you want an obedient dog that is able to be placed in almost any situation without worry, then you need to train it. Training must start when they are a puppy. Miss the boat here, and then you will be in trouble. An untrained dog can be a nightmare, from jumping up on people, barking at everything, and even biting, so you need to ensure that this does not happen. If you feel you need extra help, then it may be wise to take your new pet to an obedience school. The cost is well worth it when you can take your dog with you.
Medicines
Dogs need to have their health needs met. First off, sign up with a veterinary so that your dog can be seen when necessary. You need to make sure that your dog has regular vaccinations to ensure that they don’t come down with any preventable illnesses. You will also need to regularly use flea and worms medication. You will need tick-preventable creams and ointments too. Ticks can cause serious illnesses like Lymes disease. It is definitely worth getting a tick-removal tool too. If you see a tick remove it asap. If you do this quickly enough after it has latched on, you may prevent Lymes from being transmitted, as it takes a bit of time to get from the tick’s gut to the dog’s blood system.
Regular Grooming
Grooming is another essential aspect of taking care of your dog. You need a dog brush and you should brush your dog at least once a day, especially for some breeds. If you are unsure about your dog’s grooming care, you can always read more information specific to your dog’s breed. Check the details on your dog breed for more details here. Brushing is good for the dog in many ways. First, it helps you keep their fur free of parasites and other nasties. It stimulates their skin to keep it healthy, and it moves essential oils down their fur to keep it looking healthy. A dog also needs to be shampooed every so often. A good pair of scissors is needed to cut their fur, and you’ll need to cut their nails too.
Exercise
One of the most important things you must do is take that four-legged pup out for a good walk. Again this is generally twice a day for some breeds. Check the details here. Without regular walks, your dog can run the risk of many illnesses, such as obesity and depression. Yes, dogs can get depressed. Walking stimulates their mind and body, and at the end of the day, they deserve a good life.