As the weather gets warmer and warmer, it’s a good idea to make sure that your dog is ready for everything the upcoming season entails.

Parasites that aren’t as active in the winter months suddenly come out in full force when spring turns into summer. That means making sure that your dog is up-to-date on his flea medication. You may also want to look into worm medication.

Making sure your dog is up-to-date on his vaccinations is important too. Your pup is likely to spend more and more time outside when the weather gets warmer, which means making sure that he can go to the dog park safely.

Head outside and get some exercise! If your dog has been a couch potato all winter long, you’ll need to take things slowly at first.

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It’s always tempting to give table scraps to your dog especially if you have plenty of leftover food. But before you actually fill your pet’s food bowl with table scraps, think carefully. While there is no actual prohibition when it comes to feeding scraps to dogs, you should make sure that what you’re offering to your dog does not contain something that can cause harm to your pet. Garlic, onion, cooked bones, etc. can be harmful to your pet. Make an effort to know which foods should not be given to dogs.

Even if you think that the food you have prepared for the human members of the pack is healthy and nutritious, this does not always hold true for your canine buddy. Table scraps usually lack the essential nutrients needed by your dog, eventually leading to a pet that is malnourished.

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Pocket pets emit a distinct odor that many people can hardly tolerate. To a degree, neutering can help lessen the unpleasant odor; however, the best way to address the problem is a well-maintained pet enclosure. Your pet’s habits and the enclosure size are important factors to consider when it comes to the frequency and amount of cleaning that needs to be done.

Without regular cleaning, odor can accumulate significantly, eventually infiltrating the entire household. Aside from being a source of annoyance to you and your family, it can certainly be embarrassing when you have visitors.

To help prevent odor buildup, make a habit of removing leftover food and waste every day and dispose of them properly. Use soap and water to clean food and water bowls, as well as other cage furniture, making sure they are completely dry before returning to your pet’s enclosure. General cleaning and disinfection of the enclosure should be done at least once a week.

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