Well, taking care of a pet is not just good for it, it also is good for you. Scientists have proved that the relationship between a pet and its owner benefits both of them.
Vets divide dogs’ lives into four main stages: growing dog, adult, mature and senior. Each breed of dog reaches these life stages at different rates.
A puppy will soon grow up into an adult and later a senior dog. Here’s a helpful guide to energy levels, food, trips to the vet, training and building strong ties with your pet.
Diet
Puppies have very different dietary requirements from adult dogs. They need the nutrition to support rapid growth, yet at the same time their digestive tracts can get upset very easily, so they need small frequent meals.
Once a dog reaches its full size, it is important that its diet reflects its lifestyle so that it maintains a balanced weight.
Keeping Your Dog's Teeth Healthy
Strong teeth are very important for dogs and cats just as for humans. It is essential to keep them as clean as possible, to prevent holes and infections. Food that gets stucks between their teeth can result in oral bacteria and plaque.
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Exercise
Exercise is essential for dogs at every age. Younger dogs have seemingly boundless energy but their joints and muscles are still developing, even when they might look fully grown. It is vital to make sure that young dogs are not over-exercised as that can cause problems later on.
Health
Vaccinations are vital to a dog’s health at all stages of its life. A puppy needs its jabs in its early stages and then to have its boosters kept up to date yearly throughout its life.
As your dog reaches adulthood, use the annual visit to the vet’s to raise any concerns that you have about your pet’s general health.
Dental Care
Dogs need dental attention throughout their lives. You can help keep your dog’s teeth and gums in good condition by feeding dry food, providing certain toys (for example, style bones), brushing your dog’s teeth regularly, and following a program of professional dental cleanings and oral care performed by your veterinarian.
Bond
Spending lots of time with your pet is the key to making a strong bond.
Teaching a puppy games and tricks is a great way to improve its ability to understand commands and to create a good bond between pet and owner.
Grooming
Your dog’s hair coat should be brushed regularly to remove shed hair and prevent hair mats. Grooming is especially important for dogs with thick or shaggy hair coats that mat or tangle easily.
Environment
As a puppy, your pet has an awful lot to learn about its new environment – and your job is to make sure it does it safely.
“As dogs age, their changing health needs might make it important for you to adapt their environment,”
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