Pets do people favors in more ways than one. For starters, you live longer if you live with a pet than if you do not have one at home. They are your natural stress relievers, and the mere sight of them jumping for joy when they see you get back is a surefire way to make you forget your troubles and worries at home. Indeed, life is better is you have a pet to share it with.
Dogs are the most popular choice for pets, along with the equally cuddly cats. As they give you all their love and care and concern, as a responsible pet owner, you should always ensure the total well being of your dog. You should always see to it that he has a daily supply of food and clean drinking water. You should allow him to run around or walk him to the park as a form of exercise. You should also look after his hygiene. It essential that you give him regular baths, check his fur for fleas, and engage in dog nail clipping.
Hygiene is a very important aspect in the life of a dog. A clean mutt is a healthier and happier one. If you ensure his cleanliness day in and day out, he will be less prone to sickness and common ailments. He will also be in a better mood. Most of all, you will love cuddling a clean dog. This will benefit both you and your pet.
Aside from giving him his bath and getting rid of fleas if he has any, part of the routine should also include trimming his nails. Most owners are afraid of this part of the routine, which is why some dogs have untrimmed nails. Actually, cutting his nails are not only for aesthetic reasons. Non clipped ones often lead to broken nails, which can be very painful.
It is also important to give him a regular toe trimming because, unlike humans who walk using the sole of the feet, dogs generally walk on their toes. If his nails are very long, this can affect his every step. He might just rock back on his paws which will cause some strain on his leg.
Untrimmed nails can also cause sore feet, legs, and hips. This is because some dogs may find it uncomfortable to displace their body weight on their toes. Over time, this wrong stature can lead to the development of arthritis.
There are people who are too busy or who may be nervous about cutting the nails in fear that they might cause an injury. They bring their pooches to the vet instead, where they could cut it quickly and safely. While this is a good reason, the hectic schedules of the workers in these clinics will cause them to just restrain your pet and proceed to cutting the nails, even if the dog is afraid. This can lead to a trauma, which is why it is better for you to do the cutting yourself.
The first thing that you should do is to make sure that your dog is comfortable. Condition him to feel that though it might hurt, you are there and that he can trust you not to purposely harm him. It will also be good to prepare treats for before and after every session.
Before cutting, be on the lookout for the quick. This is the blood vessel located in every nail. Be careful not to cut it, because it will really bleed profusely. Cut nails at a 45 degree angle without being to close to the quick, then trim it with a nail file.
Dogs are the most popular choice for pets, along with the equally cuddly cats. As they give you all their love and care and concern, as a responsible pet owner, you should always ensure the total well being of your dog. You should always see to it that he has a daily supply of food and clean drinking water. You should allow him to run around or walk him to the park as a form of exercise. You should also look after his hygiene. It essential that you give him regular baths, check his fur for fleas, and engage in dog nail clipping.
Hygiene is a very important aspect in the life of a dog. A clean mutt is a healthier and happier one. If you ensure his cleanliness day in and day out, he will be less prone to sickness and common ailments. He will also be in a better mood. Most of all, you will love cuddling a clean dog. This will benefit both you and your pet.
Aside from giving him his bath and getting rid of fleas if he has any, part of the routine should also include trimming his nails. Most owners are afraid of this part of the routine, which is why some dogs have untrimmed nails. Actually, cutting his nails are not only for aesthetic reasons. Non clipped ones often lead to broken nails, which can be very painful.
It is also important to give him a regular toe trimming because, unlike humans who walk using the sole of the feet, dogs generally walk on their toes. If his nails are very long, this can affect his every step. He might just rock back on his paws which will cause some strain on his leg.
Untrimmed nails can also cause sore feet, legs, and hips. This is because some dogs may find it uncomfortable to displace their body weight on their toes. Over time, this wrong stature can lead to the development of arthritis.
There are people who are too busy or who may be nervous about cutting the nails in fear that they might cause an injury. They bring their pooches to the vet instead, where they could cut it quickly and safely. While this is a good reason, the hectic schedules of the workers in these clinics will cause them to just restrain your pet and proceed to cutting the nails, even if the dog is afraid. This can lead to a trauma, which is why it is better for you to do the cutting yourself.
The first thing that you should do is to make sure that your dog is comfortable. Condition him to feel that though it might hurt, you are there and that he can trust you not to purposely harm him. It will also be good to prepare treats for before and after every session.
Before cutting, be on the lookout for the quick. This is the blood vessel located in every nail. Be careful not to cut it, because it will really bleed profusely. Cut nails at a 45 degree angle without being to close to the quick, then trim it with a nail file.
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