Does your dog behave badly and have no manners? Do you have a dog that likes to chew on all of your favorite belongings. Perhaps you need to learn what you can do to teach your dog not to do those things. To learn what else your dog needs, read on.

It can be quite costly to own a dog. Food, vet care and supplies can add up quickly. 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.

Make sure your home is dog-proof. Before bringing your dog home for the first time, make sure that the entire area is completely safe. Medicine and cleaners should be stored, and indoor trash should be placed in a cabinet. Certain common house plants are toxic, so remove them or keep them out of reach.

Be sure your dog is neutered or spayed. Research has shown that by doing this you can be sure your pet can have a longer life and not be at risk for things like cancer. In addition, dogs that are spayed or neutered do not have as strong of a desire to wander from their home, meaning that they are less likely to get lost or hit by a car.

If you have medication for you or a family member, be certain your dog cannot reach it. Many medicines that benefit you can be harmful or fatal to your dog. If, by chance, a dog does eat some of your pills, contact the vet right away.

Be wary of the flea treatment you’re going to use on your dog. Some treatments contain dangerous ingredients that may put your kids at risk for diseases like cancer. Talk to a vet about safe alternatives and keep little kids away when applying any flea treatment.

The era of poor dog behavior is over. No longer do you have to sit by and watch your dog destroy everything in it’s path or growl at everyone that comes it’s way. The dog’s good behaviors is in your hands. Take all that you’ve learned here, and teach your canine how to be a good pet.

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