Looking
after a dog is relatively simple thanks to their normally loving nature and
basic needs. Most dogs are happy with a
couple of walks a day, breakfast and dinner, a few treats thrown in and some
cuddles and fuss.
To keep your dog in tip top shape it is important that you give them regular exercise. Two walks a day are normally sufficient. The walks should be at least 20 minutes and give your dog plenty of opportunities to run about using a ball and other fetch toys. Smaller dogs may require less exercise and some more boisterous breeds such as a Spaniel may need more exercise.
Regular
flea and worm treatment is important. It
is much easier to use pre-emptive regular treatment to keep fleas and worms
away then waits for your dog to get fleas as then you have to de flea the dog
and also their bedding, soft furnishings, carpets etc. It is also important to regularly groom your
dog and ensure their nails are trimmed.
Choosing
the correct dog food is also very important especially if your dog has specific
dietary needs. Hills do a great range of
prescription diet foods to help manage certain conditions including:
Hills
Z/D Prescription Diet food was designed to help dogs who suffer food allergies
and intolerances. This food is lower in
certain food proteins which are thought to be the trigger for many allergies
and intolerances including beef, wheat and dairy.
Hills
R/D is a prescription food specially developed to help with weight control
of obese and overweight dogs. As with
humans, obesity in animals can lead to further problems such as heart disease,
diabetes and joint problems. Hills R/D contains fewer calories than other dog food,
it also contains natural fibres and nutrients to encourage fat burning and
healthy muscle mass.
3 comments:
Keeping our dog healthy is tough sometimes because we can't control what they encounter outside the house but with healthy food that we give them, it is possible.
I'm glad we don't have a dog because it's maintenance is expensive. great info especially to those dog owners
Having a dog is almost the same as having little kids to care for. They need us to look after them and pay attention to their needs. Great tips!
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