7 mistakes to avoid for a happy dog
For your dog's well-being, be sure to adopt the right gestures from the moment he arrives to accompany him throughout his life. Making your dog happy and content to live with you is within reach of anyone who truly loves animals. It is important to know that many puppy owners unintentionally make mistakes. They learn at the expense of their little mate, sometimes too late. In addition, other irresponsible people should not be allowed to eat puppies. In general, what kind of teacher are you? Sure, you made mistakes without too much seriousness, but the situation is not inevitable and you can make up for it. Let us guide you through our article that will allow you to correct your behavior towards your dog if you are not perfect!
1. Adopting your puppy too early
The legal age for adopting a puppy is 8 to 10 weeks before taking him away from his nursing mother. Welcoming a puppy at home too young has disastrous consequences on the animal's health: digestive problems, behavioral problems, more complex dog training, hyper attachment to his master, difficult learning of cleanliness...
For the development and the growth of the young animal, it is advisable to respect the weaning of the puppy when the conditions allow it. In case of abandonment, death of the mother, or her impossibility to breastfeed, it is advisable to feed it with a bottle and to let the animal experts in a shelter or in a veterinary care center. In all cases, a dietary transition is essential for the passage from breast milk to small kibbles.
2. Feed it table scraps
Isn't it convenient to have a garbage can on your legs that gets rid of your food waste? Although it's environmentally friendly, feeding your dog leftovers is dangerous and toxic for him.
Here are the foods to ban from his bowl: alcohol, coffee, tea, avocado, raw potato, milk, yeast, and grapes. Beware of sugar and chocolate, which naturally attract animals because of their tempting flavors.
Choose raw bones to gnaw on, such as beef bones or bone marrow, instead of chicken, duck, or rabbit bones.
3. Not giving your dog enough to drink
Your dog should be provided with a continuous supply of fresh water throughout the day. He should be able to drink and hydrate as much as possible, especially in hot weather, and recover his muscles after exercise. His intestinal transit will be in better shape.
4. Neglecting body care
A lack of maintenance of its coat, eyes, ears, and paw pads affects its health in the long run. Some breeds are prone to ear infections, which is why it is important to regularly clean the inside of the eye and ear. Brushing your dog's hair gives him a good massage session, and strengthens his coat (by removing dead hair), and your complicity.
Dental hygiene is not to be neglected: tartar is easily deposited on the canines of dogs, which can cause various infections and pain. Think of descaling his teeth with chew sticks adapted to his oral hygiene.
Paws and pads are abused on a daily basis, especially in sporting dogs. Apply a repairing and moisturizing balm to your dog's pads after a walk in the woods or a sports session.
5. Never walk your dog on a leash
Walking your dog in the city or in the wilderness is a great way to develop his senses. In addition to the essential physical activity, it is a systematic olfactory discovery. It is also an excellent way to socialize your dog with other dogs.
Allowing your dog to go outside by himself (except in his fenced garden) is a big mistake. In this case, multiple disaster scenarios can occur such as getting lost, being stolen or causing an accident, or being hit by a vehicle.
Vary the pleasures together by taking regular walks for at least ½ hour twice a day in a park, a forest, or in public places that.
6. Leaving your dog alone too often
Even if a dog can be taught to stay home alone (a few hours a day), and if he has dog toys, he really needs interaction with his owner.
Petting, going out on a leash, playing ball, or running with your dog are all fun and educational activities that you should do with your pet for his happiness and yours. The more exchanges you have with your dog, the more you will confirm your position as a canine master.
7. Not taking the time to train him
From the moment he is adopted, your puppy needs caring dog training and positive reinforcement. You must teach him the basic commands, starting with recall and cleanliness!
An untrained dog is left to his own devices, displays destructive behavior, and causes trouble for his owner, as he can be dangerous. A puppy that is educated from a young age will become happy and fulfilled adult dog.
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