There are many things that can ruin a dog's life. Here are 10 of the most common.
10 things that can harm a dog
1. Lack of training. Amateur dog owners often let their dog do whatever they want to keep them happy.
But this approach threatens unpleasant consequences. For example, the dog will lunge at a person, and he, defending himself, will maim him. Uncontrolled barking can provoke aggression from the neighbors, and constant begging for food can lead to illness due to improper nutrition.
2. Bones. It is commonly believed that dogs must be fed bones. However, not all bones can be given to the animal.
Before doing so, find out which ones are safe.
Feeding certain kinds of bones can lead to your pet's death.
3. Mix dry and natural food. Different enzymes are secreted to digest dry and wet food. Feeding your dog one or the other will cause digestive problems.
4. Fail to consider breed qualities. Each breed has different requirements for care, feeding, walking, and training. There are breeds that require a lot of physical activity, and then there are breeds that only need a 30-minute slow walk.
Representatives of service breeds can do monotonous commands for one or two hours, while representatives of aboriginal breeds will refuse to do so after half an hour. Some dogs need to be dressed in freezing temperatures, while others are able to sleep in the snow with no harm done.
5. Don't follow a drinking regimen. The pet should always have access to water, especially important for active breeds.
The dog can go without food for a long time, but dehydration should not be allowed.
6. Don't be aware of poisonous plants. Animals regularly eat grass outside and may try a house flower as well, especially puppies. Learn which plants are poisonous to your dog to eliminate the risk of poisoning.
7. Don't train. Training helps build rapport with your dog, develops his intelligence, and helps you manage your pet. And this is the key to a happy life, not only for the animal, but also for the owner.
8. Wash often. The coat is covered with a special layer that repels dirt.
The more often you wash the dog, the dirtier it will be, as the protective layer is washed away.
9. Treats from your table. As a rule, the food people eat is harmful even to them. And to animals doubly so. If you want to treat your pet, buy a special treat that won't harm it.
10. Don't habituate them to toys. Today's dogs spend most of their time in the apartment, so they can't expend their natural energy. 15 minutes of ball games can wear a dog out like an hour of outdoor activity. This has a positive effect not only on the physical but also on the psychological health of the pet.
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