Healthcare Puppy – Quick Guide to Best Practices
Raise your puppy is very similar to raising a baby. Except that my mother would say, a baby grows and eventually learns to take care of herself as an adult.
I do not want to fear – just want to put things in perspective for you – your dog relies on you from the day you bring him home. She needs you to feed, to groom, play with him and love him. You are also not responsible for the care of your puppy during his life – you need to ensure that feels and looks good, and be sure to know when things are not good.
Your puppy responsibilities of health care involves things like taking his regular vet exams. Or make it take its tabs worming, flea pills. taking him for his vaccines on time. And sure it is clean, fed, warm and safe.
I know – this is essential – but you'd be surprised that people miss when they are not informed of things they should not be missed. So, to avoid health complications and diseases later, here are some best practices of care health puppy to follow:
1. Food.
Dogs are not picky eaters, but that does not mean that you are free to eat whatever you want. On the one hand, they are not built the same way we are. If you feed them table scraps, your dog can intestinal parasites develop later.
In addition, their bodies react differently from ours, for example, if you blind to your chocolate flow dog, stop! It poses great danger, because chocolate contains Theo bromine, a chemical that can be toxic to dogs.
Another error that are pet owners to overfeed their dog is. Of course, the dogs are adorable chubby and plump, but I hope that you are not jeopardize their health because of the purely aesthetic reasons. Overweight dogs are susceptible to many diseases and joint problems. Dogs can not handle large amounts of food and they do not know when to stop eating, it is advisable to feed your dog once or twice (at most) per day in small portions – if you are unsure ask your vet or look on the package of dog food you buy in particular – they generally have recommendations.
2. His vaccinations.
When you first take your puppy to the vet r, will be able to give a precise timetable and you can choose for your puppy vaccinations. There are certain vaccines that are mandatory, but there are those who are fully your choice – your veterinarian will help you decide what suits you best.
Some vaccinations for major diseases, but Make sure you ask your veterinarian for more specific guidance for the basic vaccinations for health care needs of your puppy.
- Vaccination Distemper – Distemper is a viral disease fatal dog very. Some pet owners are usually too late. Unfortunately there is no cure for it if prevention is always your best weapon.
- Parvovirus vaccination – The youngsters are usually affected by this disease. It is a highly contagious disease and to protect your dog and other dogs in your neighborhood, so your dog vaccinated against parvovirosis.
- Adenovirus vaccination – Hepatitis contract dogs because of the canine adenovirus. Your dog must be vaccinated to prevent adenovirus to this disease.
A word of warning: Be aware that some of the signs for a reaction allergic to the vaccine. If your dog becomes slow or hives, or difficulty breathing, take him to the vet immediately! Now Obviously your vet highly qualified, but things – and it is better that you're ready for anything strange coincidence that what they do.
3. His toilet.
Coat, teeth, ears, and nails – these include an important aspect of grooming and health care of your puppy. Your puppy will not only look healthy, but he feels healthy.
- Coat – If it has a length of hair long or medium brush every day to avoid hair tangles and matting. For the short coat – once every 3-4 days will do.
- Ears – Clean the ears with wet cotton balls twice a month at least. If you do not clean your dog's ears, it could lead to an ear infection – it is not pleasant for your dog, and it will cost to take him to the vet.
- Teeth – Unlike humans, dogs have not need their teeth cleaned every day – thank you God, about twice a week is enough. But like humans, your dog may develop caries if you do not brush their teeth regularly, so make an appointment with your canine friend.
- Nails – Do not let your dog's nails become too long to prevent accidentally scratch you or a member of the family.
4. Spaying and Neutering.
If you do not intend to raise your own dogs, it is recommended that you sterilize your puppy when he is ready. It is not possible to watch your dog 24 / 7, so as a responsible pet owner, try to do something for the growing population dogs. Your veterinarian can advise you about your options.
5. Its status quo.
This simply means that you should learn about the habitual disposition of your puppy. It is very important because if you know it, you'll be able to identify if something go very soon – and the sooner you tackle a health problem, the more chance you have to heal and save you and your beloved dog pain.
Six. Safety.
We all like to believe that nothing will ever be a problem – and I hope he does never with you and your puppy. But sometimes reality hits us unexpectedly – that's why I always advise my friends to take even the most basic insurance for their pet dog. Make sure that it covers things that you feel you will not be able to pay in case of emergency the rest you can pay as and when you need – that way the insurance need not be expensive.
Remember, a healthy dog makes a dog happy. If you follow these practical dog care, your dog should enjoy a longer and more stress free life.
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