First time dog owner? You may be worried about keeping your dog safe and well. Here are our top 5 tips for looking after your best friend:
- Don’t overfeed your dog – watch other people feeding your dog leftovers, scraps and treats and this can lead to over feeding. Give them the amount recommended by your vet and no more. You should also keep your dog away from human food as this can be harmful for them, especially chocolate and sugar filled snacks.
- Touch your dog’s nose
Your dogs nose should feel wet. If it’s constantly dry it might be time to get your dog checked out. - Don’t leave your dog alone all day
Get a pet sitter, dog walker or pop home during the day if you are working. You could also invest in a camera to keep an eye on your pet whilst you away. - Walk your dog regularly
This is essential for their health and happiness. It can be good at preventing boredom, helping the digestive tract, keeping them at a healthier weight, and helping them to burn off excess energy. - Train your dog
Discipline is essential to ensure your dog is obedient and stays out of harms way by following your commands, especially when you are out in busy places. Dog’s need to be house trained and a well trained dog is a happy dog.