{"id":3731,"date":"2020-03-13T12:18:54","date_gmt":"2020-03-13T16:18:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/?p=3731"},"modified":"2023-09-21T10:45:37","modified_gmt":"2023-09-21T14:45:37","slug":"the-basics-of-taking-care-of-your-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/the-basics-of-taking-care-of-your-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"The Basics of Taking Care of your Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><em>This article is contributed by guest writer, Shawn (content writer at\u00a0FeedFond)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Basics of Taking Care of your Dog<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>All\ndog owners sure love their furry little friends. Dogs rapidly become part of\nthe family and everyone\u2019s favorite. You can play fetch or even make them learn cool tricks, and of course, feel a tad bit sad when you have to say\ngoodbye to them while leaving for work or school.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs\nare loving, cute, and loyal, but they also need to be adequately taken care of.\nMost of us <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/10-ways-to-help-an-adopted-dog-adjust-to-his-new-home\/\">adopt puppies<\/a>\nand then raise them, but there are cases when we might adopt an older dog. Whatever\nthe case may be, taking care of them is essential and your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2017-9-26-what-it-means-to-be-a-responsible-pet-parent\/\">responsibility<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s not a simple task to take care of your beloved pet but taking care of them should not also feel like a burden. As a pet owner, you have to care for your pet genuinely. Giving them love and care they deserve completes half of the work! But there is still the other half we are here to tell you all about it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-113x75.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-4494554_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Lokalsportessen via Pixabay<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quality dog food<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes,\nlike every other animal living on the planet, dogs also need food. Dogs are\nrather sensitive about it. The first thing to remember about your dog\u2019s food is\nnot to give it food rich in fiber or sugar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are variations when it comes to any pet food. For dogs, you will have to pick between a bunch of different types, like canned and semi-dry. There are also differences between dog food and\u00a0puppy food. Be sure to do research on the companies you want to buy food from and also check on the nutrition value the foods promise to provide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>While giving the food, you also have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/puppy-feeding-schedule-whats-the-best-schedule\/\">maintain a specific schedule<\/a> with a particular amount and also keep track of your dog\u2019s health when giving them new foods. You don\u2019t have to buy the latest, high-end, or over the top priced food for your lovely pooches, but you should not compromise on quality either. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3733\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-113x75.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/short-coated-white-dog-on-green-field-247937.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: Pixabay via Pexels<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Give them space to run around<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now,\nwhat else is required for dogs to thrive aside from a balanced and nutritious\ndiet? They also need exercise. No, you don\u2019t have to take your dog to the\nnearest gym. What you can do is play with them every day for a little while.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs\nmust burn calories and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2017-11-13-promoting-healthy-lifestyles-how-to-keep-your-pet-active-and-lean\/\">stay active<\/a> to\nremain healthy. Let them run around in the backyard or take them out to the\npark and play fetch. Let your dog play, jump, and run around. It will be\nhappier and healthier. You can also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/7-dog-training-tips-everybody-should-know\/\">teach them cool\ntricks<\/a> while you\u2019re at it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Give them their\nown space<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As\nwe mentioned earlier, dogs can rapidly become a part of the family. One day you\nlet the dog sleep on the floor of your room; the next day, you might find the\ndog taking more than half of the space of the bed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This\njust shows that they love being around you. When your dog is outside in the yard,\nyou can make a doghouse for them, but it\u2019s also good to let them have their\nspace inside the house with their loved ones.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, it\u2019s best to keep your dog inside during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2018-1-22-snow-dogs-and-cats-how-to-keep-your-pets-warm-in-cold-weather\/\">winter season<\/a> and times when it\u2019s scorching hot outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3734\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-640x427.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-113x75.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280-600x400.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/dog-1178365_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: oritslama via Pixabay<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Routine washing and grooming<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now\nthat your dog has run around the house, went outside, played, and had fun, it\u2019s\ntime to clean them up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Cleanliness\nplays a significant role in keeping your dog healthy. Dogs and so many other\nanimals can get infected with serious diseases and even be attacked by\nparasites if they are not washed routinely. You should give your dog a good\nwash from time to time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Then\ncomes the grooming sessions. Using a brush to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/useful-dog-grooming-hacks-that-really-work-wonders\/\">groom the fur<\/a> every\nonce in a while, helps in reduction in shedding dog hair. Regular grooming also\nclears the dog&#8217;s skin and keeps it free from bacteria, ticks, and other small\ninsects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You\nalso have to trim the nails of your dog. Aside from the fact that long nails\nwill contain more dirt and bacteria, they are also prone to break easily. That\nis very painful for the dog and makes it difficult for them to walk as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s\nnot necessary to wash and groom every day, but you should do it regularly. This\nwill keep your dog healthy and make its coat shiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental care for\nyour dog<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adult dogs are sometimes prone to various gum diseases. They can even break or fracture their tooth by accident. Dogs are also less likely to show signs of dental pain. So keep checking your dog\u2019s mouth from time to time and look out for any signs of damage.&nbsp;<a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" aria-label=\" (opens in a new tab)\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0195561698501052\" target=\"_blank\">Canine periodontal disease<\/a>&nbsp;should be treated right away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3735\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-640x426.jpg 640w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-113x75.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-600x399.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280-1200x799.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/el-salvador-1782203_1280.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em><span class=\"caption\">Photo Credit: gerson_rodriguez via Pixabay<\/span><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Train your dog to be more socialized<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The\nmore time you spend with your dog, the more they love you back. An important\naspect of taking care of them is to help them socialize. Take them out for a\nquick jog around the park. Let your dog befriend other humans and pets. But do\nnot compel your dog to mingle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If\nyou feel that your dog feels uneasy around other people or pets, that is\nentirely normal as well. Sometimes it just takes a little while for dogs to be\ncomfortable around others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s best to get your dog socialized at an early age. The more they grow, the more they might become defensive. If you do fail to do so, in the end, there are always professional socialization classes you can enroll your dog in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Take them to the\nvet<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>It is vital to take your dog to the vet for a regular check-up. Dogs also need <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pawboost.com\/blog\/2017-8-23-pet-immunization-what-is-it-and-why-is-it-important\/\">vaccinations<\/a>, parasite removal, and professional care. Dogs love to play around outdoors and often get dirty while they&#8217;re at it, which means they become more prone to several infections. Proper vaccination should be done to keep your dog healthy. Vets can also suggest proper meals, diets, exercise routines, and so many more things that will keep your dog fit, active, and happy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dogs\nare lovable and they too care deeply for their owners. Taking care of a dog is\nneither a very tough job, nor should it feel like a chore. The points discussed\nabove are just about providing them their basic needs. You neither have to\nspend tons of money on your dog, nor will it be necessary with a healthy dog.\nBut you do have to give them the love, affection, and care they deserve because\nyour pet dog is undoubtedly a part of your family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dogs are loving, cute, and loyal, but they also need to be adequately taken care of. 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