If you’re adopting or purchasing a Pug puppy, there are a few things you will want to keep in mind as you prepare for life with a Pug. First, talk with your vet ahead of time to find out what kind of food to feed your puppy. Purchase an appropriate size food and water bowl to start with and plan on buying larger bowls as your puppy grows. Next, find out if your pup will need a crate or a dog bed. Make sure you have a harness and leash ready for your pup. If your new Pug isn’t potty trained, keep some potty pads on hand as well as spot cleaner in case of accidents. Don’t forget to buy a few toys for your puppy. It will make the transition into his new home a lot easier if he has something to cuddle. For more tips, talk with your Scottsdale, AZ vet.

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Your cat spends a lot of time in your home, and you’ve noticed that she tends to rub up against household items from time to time. This can range from walls to furniture, but she has also been known to rub up against people as well. Why does she do this?

Your pet loves your home, and most things within it. She likes to rub against things to let others know that she has claimed these items as her own. Her rubbing is her way of imparting some of her scent onto the item so other animals will know what she considers to be within her territory. It may also feel good against her body, particularly if she has an itch that needs to be addressed.  Your local Sale Creek, TN veterinarian can help you care for your pet.

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Your dog loves to munch on just about anything he can get his paws on. This means he is eager to scarf down his own food, but also that he may be trying to get some of your food as well.

Begging at the dinner table is typically done because your pet thinks he can get some of your food. Offering him a bite reinforces this behavior. Refraining from giving your pet a bite will teach him that his behavior won’t be rewarded, and over time, will teach him that he is wasting his time begging. Make sure your pet’s needs are met prior to sitting down to dinner so you can ignore his pleas for some of your food without worry. Make sure everyone in your household is on board so he won’t be getting mixed signals. Your local Sale Creek, TN vet clinic can offer additional advice. Click this website South Rhea Animal Hospital for more details.

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Your family loves reptiles, and have often spoken of what it would be like to care for one. You are doing some research to determine what would be needed to bring one into your home. What should you know about reptile habitats?

The habitats that reptiles spend time in vary as widely as the animals in this category do. This means that you may have small, simple habitats as well as large, complicated ones. Some will need you to maintain careful control over heat, humidity, and lighting, and others will need a sturdy top to keep their inhabitants contained. You will need to narrow down your options to a single type of reptile to really get into what is needed for that pet, then narrow things down even further for the specific pet you plan on bringing into your home. For more information, please contact your local Sale Creek, TN veterinarian.

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You have a sugar glider at home, and you want to be there for her every step of the way. You know your pet needs a ton of exercise, and that you will need to help her be as active as she can be. How can you do this?

A good portion of trying to keep your pet active is offering her opportunities to get up and moving. This means that you will need to take the time to offer her plenty of time outside of her cage, and offer activities that will bring her out of her shell and keep her up and going. You should also give her the opportunity to get some exercise within her enclosure by giving her plenty of space to move about freely. For additional information, please contact your local vet Sale Creek, TN.