Be The Best Dog Owner With These Tips And Tricks

Owning a dog is like adding a child into the
family. They need care, attention, love and
discipline. If you do not prepare yourself for
this addition, you may find difficulties in the
months ahead. Take a few moments and read the
tips below to learn the best advice for caring
for your K-9 companion.

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.

If your dog is very rowdy or easily excitable,
experts recommend that you don't bring them along
on vacation. Many times the thrill and confusion
of a new area filled with strangers is too much
for the hyper dog and unpleasant incidents may
occur. Find a great kennel to care for your pooch
instead.

Hot summer days are harder for dogs to handle
than humans. Always make sure your pet has enough
water to drink. Provide them with a shaded area
to rest if they are going to be outside for any
length of time. And, if your dog begins acting in
an unusual manner, call the veterinarian.
Heatstroke could be fatal, so it is important to
get medical care as soon as possible.

Always be prepared to pick up after your dog with
a scoop and bag. Although most people think that
this is simply a polite thing to do so that
others don't step in it, your dog's excrement is
actually hazardous! It contains a bacterium that
can contaminate local supplies when it washes
through to ground water.

If your dog is a digger, make sure to protect him
and your garden. Some plants are poisonous to
dogs, not to mention the damage those paws can do
to your prized flowers and produce. Put up an
appropriately sized fence to keep him out or
consider using an electric one.

Don't assume your toy-sized dog's bite isn't
dangerous, just because he's little. A lot of
owners brush-off training, thinking that the
smaller breed dog can get away with a little bad
behavior and this isn't true. As a responsible
canine master, you've got to make certain your
dog does not pose a threat to anyone by having
him well trained.

Keep your dog in comfortable housing. They should
be able to rest off the floor and away from
drafts. A training crate is a good choice or any
covered shelter outside. Try placing a dog bed
inside that has a warm blanket or a pillow
inside. Wash the dog's bedding frequently.

If your vet gives you medication to take home and
administer to your dog, be sure and ask for ideas
on getting him to swallow it. Dogs differ in
their tolerance of pills and badly-flavored
liquids, so have a few tricks up your sleeve in
case he resists. Getting a dog to take medicine
is important, but often challenging.

Since you asked for advice, and now have received
it, the next step is to put it to use. That means
truly implementing what you have learned and then
enjoying the rewards it brings. When you see your
dog sleeping peacefully, bliss on his face,
you'll appreciate putting in the effort.


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