We all want what's best for our pet but sometimes we accidentally overlook the simplest ways to help them.
1. Hot concrete burns paws.
People seem to assume that since dogs go shoeless, they are immune to the heat and cold on the ground. This is not true. Nobody wants to hurt their animal intentionally, but while you are standing in a parking lot, leisurely having a conversation or unpacking your bags, your dog's sensitive paws are scorching.
2. Protection from the elements
It is illegal in some areas now to tie up or chain your dog, regardless of the conditions, but the worst offense is to do so where the animal has no passage to Protection from the elements. A cool shaded area away from the sun or a warm, enclosed area as a refuge from the cold are vital.
3. Dogs, cats, and pet rodents are not "wild animals."
Dogs are not meant to survive on their own outside. Citizen who want a "watchdog" need to understand that dogs are simply protective of their home and loved ones. A dog left outside all day and/or night will bark nonstop because they are public animals that need companionship of humans and to be part of the family and home. They bark just like their wolf cousins howl. They are seeing for their "pack." A dog who constantly barks will finally be carefully a nuisance and ignored if indubitably an intruder even approaches the home.
4.. Fresh, clean water,
Sufficient water changed daily in a bowl devoid of debris is very important. Dirty water collects bacteria and can sicken or kill your animal. Dogs, cats, birds, rabbits; all pets need abundance of water daily. Keep your eye on it. Denying water or only providing it at definite times is cruel. Dogs, for example must drink a lot because they pant as a way to cool themselves.
5. Leaving your pet in the car
These days your pet can be stolen or else if a thief decides to steal your vehicle, then your pet could be a sad casualty. Also, a car's temperature may feel approved to you, but the heat can increase rapidly. A hot car can indubitably kill a dog.
6. Keep your pet inside during holidays
Fourth of July fireworks cause thousands of pets to run away from home in terror and wind up on the streets and shelters.
7. Negative punishment doesn't work
"Rubbing their nose in it" or hitting with a newspaper are old, outdated, and ineffective ways to train a dog. Remember, a dog does not know that relieving itself inside is 'bad" versus outside. They also don't instinctively know the discrepancy between an approved toy and your shoe. It is your job to teach it. Dogs want to please. Praise your dog constantly every time she potties outside. At first, keep taking her outside on a leash every half hour to make sure she doesn't have accidents.
If you catch her in the act inside, don't yell or scold, she will think you are angry at the act not the fact that its inside so encouragingly say "outside," take her outside and praise her. She will catch on. Make sure to take her first thing in the morning and before bed. Puppies have to go out A Lot. Smaller dogs have smaller bladders. You can always invest in "puppy pads." As far as chewing, dogs are chewers so make sure you have abundance of chewies and toys available. If she has something inappropriate in her mouth, take it out and replace it with her toy or chewie and Praise. She will catch on. Again, hitting and yelling, especially after the fact does not work. A cat with potty issues may be ill and you should see a vet.
8. Microchip your pet
If your pet is lost, a microchip can reunite you and keep your animal from being euthanized as a stray. The shelters are very crowded and the animals don't have a lot of time.
9. Spay and neuter your pet
Your pet will be healthier and happier, not roam, be less prone to cancers, and you will not be a contributor to pet overpopulation and euthanization. Let your pet recover in peace and quiet. Ask your vet for a next day painkiller pill.
10. Crating for long periods of time is cruel
You will create a frustrated dog and you will become a frustrated owner. Fantasize being confined hour after hour, day after day. It's a horrible existence and your animal will become a behavioral nightmare. Anxious and depressed.
11. Pets need fun and exercise
Otherwise they will take their boredom out some other way. Leaving your dog in the yard is Not a solution.
There is a misconception that dogs will "run colse to and play" by themselves. Maybe for five minutes, but then the rest of the day they will cry and bark, because they are depressed being left alone and not being allowed in "the cave" the home, and away from people. Remember, dogs are sociable creatures, not lone animals meant to live a solo existence with just a few minutes of human time at night.
12. Think before giving up your pet
Your pet is your family. They love and trust you. Involving or having a baby is no think to give up your animal. Dogs feel sadness, loss, and love just like humans.
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