Dog Ownership 101 - May/June 2016

8 ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR KEEPING
by
Kelly V. Livingston
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If you are a dog owner, you should know that yearly veterinarian visits are key to your
dog’s health. With the right vet you can ensure your dog stays happy and healthy.
As a dog owner, there are many things you
must do to properly care for your pet.
Providing it with food and water is not
enough, your dog also needs walks outside,
play time and love. Most importantly, your dog
needs to see a veterinarian regularly so that your
dog can remain in optimal health. Once you realize
how important vet visits are, you will be ready to
find your dog the perfect vet (unless you’ve already
found one).
DANGEROUS DOG DISEASES
1 Distemper, hepatitis and rabies are some
of the diseases that puppies had to avoid
just years ago to successfully make it to adulthood.
Scratching, infection and fleas were a part of all
dogs’ lives. Recently, scientists have developed
vaccines and medicines to prevent these types of
ailments from afflicting puppies and to keep them
alive longer.
KEEPING YOUR DOG HEALTHY
2 One crucial step towards keeping your dog
healthy is to make sure you have a personal
and professional relationship with a reputable
veterinarian. The two of you essentially are partners
in your dog’s overall health and wellness; when
your dog has problems, knowing your veterinarian
and their patterns can provide a lot of relief. A few
suggestions for creating this dynamic, starting with
finding the right veterinarian and making your dog
feel comfortable going there, can be found below;
as well as how to take on the often expensive costs
for keeping your dog in optimum condition.
SCHEDULING REGULAR DOCTOR
3 VISITS
One of the great ways to prevent disease
is to take your dog to the veterinarian. Regular visits
will help your dog live a long and great life full of fun
activities and time with you. Making sure man’s best
friend has regular visits to the vet is very important
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