Healthy Dog Facts

Taking care of a new dog can often times be overwhelming.As a pet owner, it is your responsibility to make sure you keep your pet healthy.Following are some pet care tips that can help you with this task.

“The Veterinarian is Your Partner In The Care of Your Pet

One of your primary responsibilities as a dog owner is knowing when it’s time to take your dog to the vet.If you notice that your dog is ill, it’s better to act than wait and see if his condition gets better.Usually everything will be fine, but your vet should be the one to determine what your dog needs to correct any issue.

There are any number of reasons in which it is vital that you call your vet

a) Always call your vet if your dog has been in an accident.Take your dog to the closest emergency vet is your regular vet is not available.

b) Call your vet right away if you think your dog has eaten something poisonous or inedible.

c) It is important that you call your vet right away if your dog appears to be in distress.

d)  Sudden gain or loss of weight is an important warning sign that you should take your dog to the vet.

e) You should call your vet right away if your dog is vomiting, having convulsions or coughing.

- Prevention is always the Best Medicine

Going to the veteranarian should be your last line of defense.  As a dog owner, your first responsibility is to prevent accidents and illnesses as much as possible.

Bear in mind that healthy food and exercise is the key to your pet’s longevity.  Make sure your dog eats a healthy diet, receives dog vitamins and gets plenty of exercise to stay strong and healthy.Watch what your dog eats, and clean their crate and dog house often to prevent the risk of bacteria.Clean water is important to your dog’s health.

Ensure that your dog is on a chain, leash or inside a fenced yard at all times.  If you let your pet wander around the neighborhood, he will be vulnerable to accidents and injuries.

Bathe your dog regularly.  Fleas and ticks not only make your dog uncomfortable, they also carry disease.

Keeping your dog healthy involves more than the few tips provided here.  While this is an excellent start, it’s always a good idea to ask your vet for specific tips and pointers for your dog.  As your pet grows, you’ll learn the best strategies for keeping your pooch safe and healthy.Most of all, remember that it is always better to be safe than sorry.