In addition to being dedicated to meeting your pet’s needs for its entire lifetime, a responsible pet owner undertakes other responsibilities that will support the welfare and health of their pets.

Always use a leash on your pet dog

A leash gives you full control of your pet’s movements. When you’re out with your dog, a leash will keep him from running off and be exposed to various risks including being hit by passing vehicles, getting into fights with other dogs, or damage someone else’s property.

Clean up after your dog

When you take your dog on outdoor excursions, make sure to have some potty bags on hand so you can clean up after your dog and properly dispose of the waste.

Let your pet wear an ID tag

Pet dogs should always have a collar and ID tags. Many pet owners also decide to have a microchip inserted on their pets because it is a much more reliable method of pet identification. Collars and ID tags can get lost.

Know more about how to take care of your pet's needs by visiting your West Omaha NE veterinarian. Check out this website for more pet care info.