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Home » Dog Health Tips Every Pet Owner Must Know
Dog Health Tips Every Pet Owner Must Know

Dog Health Tips Every Pet Owner Must Know

08/12/2020 By Deborah T

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As a pet owner, it is you who is in charge of your dog’s health and wellbeing. Your dog isn’t able to make choices for themself about their health. Your pet is your responsibility. Thus, it falls to you to make the right decisions for your dog. That’s why it’s so important to be clued up when it comes to the ways in which you can help to enhance your dog’s health and wellbeing.

This is something that a lot of pet owners wonder about–the steps that they can take to give their dog’s health a boost. The fact is that there are plenty of ways that you can improve your dog’s health, it’s just a case of knowing what steps you should consider taking, and then deciding if they’re right for your dog and their individual needs.

In need of a little dog health and wellbeing inspiration? Have a read of the tips and ideas below!

3 Essential Dog Health Tips

1 – Always do your research

The most important step to take when it comes to your dog’s health and wellbeing is to always do your research. Before you give your dog a certain treat, food, or toy, it’s vital that you take the time to do plenty of research into the brand, to ensure that it’s suitable for your dog. You want to look out for products that contain a large number of additives, for instance, as these aren’t good for your dog’s health. You also want to look out for certain ingredients, such as meat by-products and meat and bone meal. If you’re ever unsure about a portion of food or treat, contact your vet for advice.

2 – Look into alternative treatments

When it comes to your dog’s health and wellbeing, the chances are that at one point or another they’re going to struggle with some kind of health complaint. This could be something like itchy, irritated skin or a joint problem, for instance, either way, you want to think about sourcing alternative products to help aid their health, such as a dog hemp hip and joint supplement, for instance. While you can also ask your vet to suggest products, there’s nothing wrong with looking at alternative treatment options to help enhance your pet’s health.

3 – Ensure they get plenty of exercises

One of the most important things that you can do to aid your dog’s health is to make sure that they are getting plenty of exercises. This means making sure that your pup is getting at least two 30 minute walks a day. Not only are walks vital for their physical health but also for their mental health, so it’s crucial that you take them out regularly. If you’re unable to take them out twice a day due to work commitments, it might be worth looking at hiring a dog walker to help you.

The Bottom Line: You Are Wholly Responsible for Good Dog Health

The fact is that when it comes to your dog’s health and wellbeing, you are in charge of taking care of them, so it’s important to be proactive when it comes to caring for them.

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Deborah T
Deborah T
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Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.
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About Deborah T

Deborah Tayloe is a full-time blogger, children's book author, and freelance writer, contributing to large publications.

She has a B.S.Ed. in Secondary Education/English and a Spanish Minor. In addition, she holds a Certificate in Natural Health from a fully-accredited program and is a Certified Herbologist. She pursued these natural wellness certifications due to her love for herb gardening.

Despite freelancing to make a living, her love is "all things home."

Deborah grew up in a family that grew a large vegetable garden and a fruit orchard, helping her parents pull weeds and can home-grown foods as part of her childhood. In fact, she had no idea that she could purchase veggies and fruits in pre-packed steel cans until she went to college and made a food run.

Today, she lives in Bertie County, North Carolina, an agricultural rural area with more chickens than people. She lives with her husband and two rescue pets a sweet toy fox terrier and a cat who showed up one day and moved into the house. Together, they enjoy DIY projects, furniture refinishing, gardening, and canning.

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