| If you really want your dog to live a long | | | | and watched for problemss. |
| and happy life, there are several things you | | | | |
| should do to ensure he stays fit and healthy. | | | | You might also need to clip your dog's nails |
| A dog doesn't need as much care as a small | | | | accasionally. Perhaps you don't have the time |
| child or a baby would, but it does need | | | | to carry out these tasks or feel confident |
| regular care and attention to keep it | | | | enough to do them. You can always hire a dog |
| healthy. Some dogs and breeds need more care | | | | groomer to groom your dog for you. |
| than others, but generally dogs are | | | | |
| easy-going, loyal creatures that enjoy human | | | | Every dog needs plenty of exercise, and |
| company. | | | | generally the bigger the dog, the more |
| | | | exercise it will need. If you don't have the |
| Your dog needs to have regular vaccinations | | | | time to exercise a dog, then perhaps a |
| and an identity tag. It's always better yto | | | | different kind of pet would be better for |
| check what your local laws require. In case | | | | you. Not only is regular exercise good for |
| your dog goes missing, the dog tag should be | | | | your dog's health, but it also gives him the |
| attached to the collar and have your name, | | | | opportunity to enjoy your company. Dogs love |
| address and contact phone number on it. Once | | | | company and like to be with their 'pack' as |
| you have brought your dog home, you will need | | | | much as possible. Remember when walking your |
| to take it to the veterinarian for health | | | | dog he should always be on a leash. |
| checks and vaccinations on a regular basis. | | | | |
| | | | Unless you are palnning to breed from your |
| You must feed your dog regularly! Provide him | | | | dog, it is a good idea to get your dog spayed |
| with sufficient fresh water every day and | | | | or neutered. Not only will this stop unwanted |
| enough healthy food for his size and breed | | | | puppies, it will also give your dog a longer, |
| type. Ensure that you are giving the amount | | | | healthier life. |
| and type of food required for your dog. | | | | |
| | | | You may want to take your dog to obedience |
| It is very important to groom your dog. Try | | | | classes. This will enable you to socialize |
| to bathe your dog once a month and keep his | | | | your dog and give you more time together. |
| her coat brushed and free from ticks and | | | | Dogs are loyal companions and want nothing |
| fleas. Dog's teeth are very important and | | | | more than to be with their owner, and to |
| care is required to keep them healthy. Dog's | | | | please him. |
| ears and eyes must also be cleaned regularly | | | | |