Seven Useful Health Care Tips For Puppies
posted: Apr. 17, 2014.
Got a new furry member in your family? Congratulations and welcome to the joys of owning a new puppy. Get ready for an exciting journey as this new member enriches your family. Please remember that raising your new friend takes more than love; your pet needs a preventive health care program too. Here are our seven useful tips that you implement as a regular routine at home to keep your new friend healthy and happy:
- Have your puppy vaccinated against dangerous diseases based on the advice of your veterinarian.
- Make sure to give your pet monthly preventive care for heartworms and control of fleas, ticks and intestinal parasites.
- Puppies benefit from having a crate, which not only serves as a source of security but can also help with house-training. Adding a pet bed, blanket or even a towel will make it a comfortable place to sleep.
- Follow your veterinarian's advice concerning the type and amount of food to give your puppy and be sure to designate a clean, quiet area where your dog's food and water bowls are consistently placed.
- Brush your puppy's hair coat regularly to remove shed hair and hair mats; bathe him or her no more than once every two weeks with puppy shampoo.
- Make sure your puppy gets adequate exercise.
- Protect your puppy from household hazards including electric cords, poisonous plants and household chemicals.