Do you enjoy being a dog owner? Dogs make loving and loyal pets. They are loving, affectionate and always up for a good time. This makes for a great companion. You must be as good to your dog as he is to you. Here are some ways to do that.

It costs a lot of money to own a dog. Food and supplies can run you over one thousand dollars a year. Getting into a vet if you have an emergency can cost quite a bit of money, sometimes in the thousands, so you may need pet health insurance too.

It’s very important to make sure that your home is safe for a dog. Check your whole home to be sure it is safe prior to bringing a dog home. Hide cleaning supplies and medicines and hide trashcans in a cabinet. Some houseplants are toxic and need to be kept out of your dog’s reach.

Neuter or spay your dog. This reduces the chances of cancer and helps keep the stray animal population down. Spayed and neutered dogs wander less often as well, so this reduces likelihood of your dog getting hit on the road or lost.

If you’re taking your pup on a vacation, make sure that you take a picture of him for on your phone. If he just so happens to run away from you, you should have a picture so you can find him.

Choose a dog in that can easily and happily blend into your lifestyle. For instance, if you love to run, get a dog that loves to run too, and leave the miniature breed for someone who is less active. However, if you’re someone who stays mainly at home then seek out a small dog that loves to be adorned with lots of love while lounging around the house. Keeping a mismatch out of play makes both of you happy.

Give your pooch rawhide bones instead of those from real meat. Real bones chip apart and can become dangerously lodged in the oral cavity or digestive track. Rawhide is proven healthy and great for teeth as well, but don’t be tempted to share that T-bone, no matter what kind of eyes your dog gives you.

Don’t force your dog to do anything. If your dog doesn’t like a particular treat, don’t force him to eat it. It will take you a little while to figure out what your dog likes and what he doesn’t, but you’ll get the hang of it.

Just as your dog is a wonderful companion, you need to return the favor. The advice you just read can help your dog remain healthy for many years to come. Your dog deserves to have a good life, and when you use the information here, you will have a happier life too.

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