Taking care of your dog and doing it effectively, considering that there are more and more people who decide to bring a 4-legged friend into their home and who do everything to allow him to have a high quality life. To take care of your dog it is important to follow some general guidelines such as:
- Make sure your pet has a balanced diet and adequate amounts of fresh water.;
- Exercise your dog regularly, both by walking and playing.
- Take care of your dog's coat by combing it regularly and bathing it only when necessary.
- Visit your vet regularly to make sure your dog is healthy.
- Train and socialize your dog so that he is well-mannered and knows how to live with other animals and people.
- Make sure he has a suitable and safe rest area and play area.
- Prevent diseases and infections by vaccinating your dog and checking for parasites.
- Provide dental care for your dog by regularly cleaning his teeth and having his mouth checked by your veterinarian.
- Provide identification by microchip or tattoo, to ensure that it can be easily identified if it gets lost.
These are some general tips, to which others can be added that can help ensure a healthy and elevated lifestyle. It is then important to understand what the dog may need, a factor that follows subjective paths based on needs.
Dog ailments and pathologies
Domestic dogs can have various health problems, some of which are more common are related to joint problems that can lead to a dog limping, such as arthritis and hip dysplasia, which can be caused by genetic inheritance or excessive physical activity. In this case, it is possible to resort to specific medications (see: how to choose a anti-inflammatory for limping dog).
There are also natural anti-inflammatory treatments for dog arthritis, recommended for those who are more sensitive to this topic. And on the other hand, arthritis in dogs is one of the most common disorders among 4-legged friends who live at home, it manifests itself in different ways depending on the area of the body affected and the severity of the disease causing lameness (a dog that limps is the first alarm bell), stiffness, joint pain.
Other common ailments in domestic dogs include cardiovascular problems such as heart disease; dental problems such as plaque and tartar; dermatological problems such as allergies and skin infections; and gastrointestinal problems.
Article published on 23 January 2023 - 13:21
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