How To Take Care Of Your Dog
Just like any promise, a commitment is needed to follow through. For the promise of loyalty, protection, unconditional love, and adoration; dog owners in turn have their end of the deal to fulfill:
I promise to put a collar on you and attach an I.D. tag bearing your name, our address, your blood type/ health status and your vet’s name and number.
This is a primary action to owning a pet, this tag assures your dog will be safe from animal control and would easily be returned if he strays. This also ensures that if your dog has a medical condition, his needs will be recognized and treated.
I promise to have your licensed and vaccinated.
To protect your pet from deadly infections means a lot for your dog. The environment causes virus’ mutate and infect most animals. Pets with no vaccination are most likely to die during severe sickness.
I promise to keep you on a leash to protect you and those around you.
To avoid complaints and reprimands, all owners must follow the “off-on” practice. OFF your property, ON leash please.
I promise to take you to regular check-ups.
Some symptoms of a sickness could be latent. Treating it before it gets worse.
I promise to nourish you properly hydrate you body especially in extreme heat.
Your dog’s proper diet helps him maintain alertness and helps build up immune system. An ounce of protection is a pound in protection.
I promise to take you for walks and provide physical activity that will contribute to your health.
Proper exercise aids your dog by promoting good blood circulation
Strong bones.
I promise to train you in proper behavior and teach you to do tricks.
Dogs need stimulation by learning a new and useful skill. You’ll be saving your dog from boredom if their playtime is learning. Training for behavior can be taught in a fun way.
As pet dog owners, it helps to sit back and recall what we promised as we looked into a puppy’s innocent and sincere face. Of course the puppy has outgrown it’s youthful cuteness. True, a lot of patience, determination and swear words went into teaching the big dog not to dig into rosebushes. What never changed is at times of our own uncertainty and aloneness, a silent friend puts his head on your lap as if renewing his vow to be your best friend forever…