Dog Care Tips That Will Get Tails Wagging
They say all dogs go to heaven, but that can be hard to believe when your pooch is acting out. If you’re having trouble with your dog, you may be frustrated, and you may not know where to turn. The suggestions in this article will help you deal with your dog and appreciate its finer points.
If your dog does something that you do not like, try to avoid just saying no. To your dog, no doesn’t really explain what you do want your pup to do. Instead of saying no if your dog is jumping, redirect your dog to what you want him to do and try to get your dog to sit or lay down. By doing this, you provide your dog with an instruction of what you want him to do
instead of jumping up on you. You may know that chocolate is dangerous for dogs, but you may not know the specifics. Chocolate is dangerous because of the stimulants caffeine and theobromine. Baking chocolate is the most dangerous, with a high amount of stimulants. White chocolate contains the least amount of stimulants. Take you dog to vet if he ingests chocolate.
It’s a great idea to keep a snap-shot of your dog handy (a digital pic on your phone is ideal) whenever you’re traveling with him. If he is ever separated from you, it will be easy to show people what he looks like or print out flyers with a recent picture showing that you are looking for him.
Giving your dog a bath is essential to his health. Depending on his size and activity level, toss him in the tub weekly or monthly and always use a shampoo that is made for dogs and is pH balanced. Pets have different pH levels than humans and a good dog shampoo will leave your canine clean with a beautiful shiny coat.
Some people think that it is only necessary to bath a dog one or two times a year. The truth is that unless your dog gets into something to get dirty, they should be bathed every six to twelve weeks. However, bathing more often could strip their skin of the oils they need for a healthy coat and skin.
There are so many amazing aspects of being a dog owner, and you should be able to appreciate all of them. With these suggestions, you’ll be equipped to handle any kind of issue that your dog might throw your way. Keep this advice in mind, and enjoy your wonderful pet.
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