Caring for a dog no matter what its age takes a lot of work and dedication. They, however, deserve every moment that you dedicate to them. What can be an additional responsibility is caring for a dog that is sick. The first thing that has to be done is to determine what the cause of…
Introduction All dog owners need to walk their pet regularly. Most people should aim for at least one walk per day, five days of the week. It should last around half an hour. However, this will depend on the age, breed and activity level of the dog in question. It is estimated that just under…
It is not unusual for dog owners who now own a senior dog to have owned that dog for many years. Perhaps even as a pup. As the dog grows older it becomes concerning for the dog owner. There is lots that can be done for the senior dog to keep them comfortable and happy.…
Bringing a dog home for the first time is a wonderful adventure. It might get a little complicated if there happen to be other animals in the home. In many cases, the other animal happens to be a cat or sometimes another dog. No matter what the animal is introducing them to each other has…
Outside of the family members, the next important person for your dog is going to be their vet. They don’t get the option of choosing who is going to look after their medical care, so the responsibility is on you. If you have other pets then this will be a simple task as you probably…
At first, you may find it to be a novelty to groom your dog. That will be if it is something that your dog enjoys. However, keep in mind that this is an ongoing task and a responsibility that you will have to keep up with. The type of equipment you will need will depend…
If you have an interest in getting a dog, there are many things you need to consider, including if you can actually afford it. We aren’t just talking about the price of the dog, because you can pretty much get one for free, or a minimal cost, if you adopt from a kennel. The main…
Some new dog owners believe that their dog will provide their own exercise. In some cases this is true but only if they are given the opportunity to do so. This means being able to provide them with plenty of safe space to do so. A good big backyard is ideal for allowing them to…
There are so many people that are such avid dog lovers that they want to spend as much time with these canine beauties as they can. Chances are they own more than one dog but are limited as to how many they can actually have. For some of these people going into a dog business…
One of the many responsibilities that comes with dog ownership is training this wonderful animal. Some breeds take to training easier than others, but the majority of canines can be trained to at least follow the basic commands. At the very least there are a few essential commands that a dog must learn to obey.…