Ensure the dog’s health

Sometimes it is unavoidable for dogs to get sick, but as long as the owner pays more attention to it, it can still help the dog avoid some minor illnesses.

(1) To ensure the health of dogs’ teeth, let them eat dry food that can help eliminate tartar and avoid eating hard bones.

(2) Provide healthy diet for dogs

Daily diet should be regular. Simply put, you should feed regularly and quantitatively every day, and choose healthy food. It is worth noting that human leftovers, chocolate, grapes and other snack fruits must not be given to dogs. If dogs are often fed human food, they may cause malnutrition or food poisoning. If it is an elderly dog, its food should be soft, easy to digest, high in calcium, low in phosphorus, contain high-quality protein and an appropriate amount of fiber. It is recommended to choose reliable quality dog ​​food for old dogs.

(3) Pay attention to bone and joint health

Dogs should receive calcium supplements when they are young to help their bones grow healthily. If calcium supplementation is insufficient in puppies, they may develop rib valgus and deformation of the wrist and elbow joints of the forelimbs. Small dogs are prone to "O" shaped legs, and large and medium-sized dogs may suffer severe deformation of the forelimbs. If not detected in time and treated improperly, it may cause permanent paw splay or lameness. In addition, 2 to 3 months is an important period for the formation of intervertebral discs in puppies. If there is a lack of calcium at this time, some breeds prone to intervertebral disc disease (such as Pekingese, Shih Tzu, Pug, Poodle, etc.) will develop the disease in adulthood. , causing lifelong pain. When dogs enter old age, they should receive appropriate and continuous calcium supplements through calcium supplements specially designed for pets. The joints of older dogs are prone to stiffness and aging. If you find that the dog is limping when walking, you should go to the hospital for examination. In addition, the dog's weight should also be controlled, because excessive obesity will overload its bones. You can choose a dog special for weight loss. Food and appropriate exercise.

(4) Vision health

According to statistics, more than 40 dog breeds are prone to cataracts, glaucoma and other eye diseases. In the late stage of cataract, the eyeball will be covered with a white film, and in the late stage of glaucoma, the pupil cannot shrink under strong light, which is very painful. Eye diseases can cause inconvenience and even danger to dogs, so attention should be paid to prevention and avoidance.

(5) Reproductive system health

Some owners do not allow their dogs to go to the toilet at home, and only take their dogs out to go to the toilet once a day. Letting their dogs hold in their urine for a long time will cause diseases such as stones. For those who insist on not letting their dogs go to the toilet. Dogs that urinate and defecate inside the house should go out 3 to 5 times a day. If you find it difficult or painful to urinate, seek medical attention immediately.

(6) Regular physical examinations and vaccinations

Take your dog for regular bathing and physical examinations to keep your body clean and healthy. Conduct regular comprehensive physical examinations and pay close attention to its liver, kidney function and other indicators. Get vaccinated on time, and each year you will be vaccinated about half a month earlier than the previous year. Especially for elderly dogsThe resistance is reduced and once infected, the consequences will be disastrous.

(7) Pay attention to some health signals

such as changes in the dog’s food intake, changes in water drinking, frequency of peeing, color and shape of stool, mental state, eye feces, etc. Don’t let your dog start to If you scold the dog for peeing or defecating at home, carefully observe and understand whether the dog is feeling unwell.

The kennel should be kept clean

Provide the dog with a warm den where it can be sheltered from wind and rain, and where it can rest quietly at night. As dogs age, their sleep time gradually increases. Not only does the body need maintenance, but the brain also needs recuperation, so adequate sleep is a key factor in a dog's longevity. In particular, the physical functions of elderly dogs begin to decline, and they need a stable, regular, and slow-paced life. Do not change their work and rest schedule easily. When an elderly dog ​​sleeps, do not disturb or scare it, and let it rest fully. .

The importance of daily care

Brush your dog every day, especially long-haired dogs. Combing your dog's hair every day can not only clean away dirt and dust on your dog's body, but also promote blood circulation in your dog's skin, keeping the hair clean and shiny; in addition, you must clean your dog's ear canal, brush your teeth, and trim your nails. During the grooming process, in addition to enhancing the relationship with the dog, the owner can also check the dog's body for lumps and swollen lymph nodes, especially in disease-prone areas such as the armpits and thighs.

Appropriate exercise

"Life lies in exercise." Dogs inherently understand the true meaning of this sentence. Take regular outdoor walks every day to breathe fresh air. On weekends, take your dog to run on the grass and bask in the sun. Through exercise, you can strengthen your body’s blood circulation and enhance your physical fitness. Exercise can also promote gastrointestinal motility in dogs and prevent constipation, which is very healthy for dogs. Of course, it also makes dogs live longer! Special attention should be paid to the fact that elderly dogs should no longer exercise as strenuously as older dogs. Daily walks can satisfy their exercise needs. Don't force it to continue moving. Let it choose whether to continue the activity or stop and rest.

Pay attention to the social interaction of dogs

Dogs are also emotional animals. They can be happy or sad. In addition to walking every day, I often take my dog ​​out to visit and meet new friends. Or taking your dog to play in the countryside when the weather is nice will help your dog feel happy. Bring your dog into society from an early age, with strangers and other dogs. Communication between dogs can cultivate good psychological quality and establish the foundation for longevity.

Pay attention to safety when going out

Keep your dog on a leash when you go out. Countless dogs have been involved in car accidents and lost because they were not leashed when going out. In order to ensure the dog's own safety and avoid scaring neighbors who are afraid of dogs, the dog's life is , should be held on hand when going out. The senses and reactions of elderly dogs are relatively slow, and it is very dangerous to let them move around at will. In addition, I would like to remind everyone that as the weather gradually gets colder, dogs need to store fat to prepare for the winter, so their food intake should be appropriately increased at this time, and when going out, they should also add some clothes to avoid catching a cold.