Mistakes Some Dog Parents Make

Charlotte Raynor
As a mother of five furry kids (dogs), I have realized that there are a number of mistakes that various dog owners make that they shouldn't. If you possess a dog, make sure you are being a conscientious dog parent. In this article, I will list various mistakes that all dog owners must be informed of.

1. Owners that do not have yearly examinations completed for their dogs. These are extremely crucial and perhaps could pinpoint possible health troubles before they are too far along to be capable of curing them.

2. Do not let your dog loose to run around without a leash. Numerous dogs that do this can access rubbish and consume trash that may contain terrible things in it, get struck by a vehicle or even get into a skirmish with another animal. If your pup is on a restraint or in a fenced yard, they will be a great deal safer.

3. Dog owners who punish their pet for longer than necessary. Your dog knows it was disobedient and they realize it right away, so don't continue the punishment for hours on end.

4. Various people do not examine their dog every day. Health troubles can transpire at any time, and if you not watching out for changes in your dogs eating, drinking, way of behaving and potty routine, you may not realize until it is too late that your dog is sick.

5. Owners who leave their dog in their vehicle alone in hot weather. Even if you leave the window cracked, or you think that you will simply be gone for a few moments, it is NOT acceptable to leave your dog in a hot vehicle.

6. Purchasing cut-rate dog chow and treats. Dogs require a high quality balanced, nutritional diet that is made for their age and size. If a dog eats unhealthy, it will be unhealthy.

7. Many people do not have an identification tag or up to date microchip for their dog. This is the absolute easiest way that a dog will be returned to you if it has gone astray.

8. Owners who do not have fun or interact with their dog or leave it outdoors all the time. If you acquired a dog, get pleasure from it. Do not just place it in the backyard and only pay attention to it when you give food to it or water it. Do not obtain a dog if you cannot spend time with it.

9. Various dog owners do not recognize that there are many objects around the residence that can be a threat to dogs or even kill them if they get into it. You should dog proof your house and be sure your dog cannot get into unsafe things like anti-freeze, plants, rat poison, the garbage, human or other medications.

If you have a furry kid or kids like I do, you must take accountability for them because they cannot do it for themselves.

Published by Charlotte Raynor

Charlotte is a freelance writer working from home that lives in Illinois with her four furry kids (dogs) and leopard gecko. She also writes for Bestcovery.com, Break Studios, AMS and Bright Hub. She received...  View profile

  • If you possess a dog make sure you are being a conscientious dog parent.
  • Do not let your dog loose to run around without a leash.
  • Many people do not have an identification tag or up to date microchip for their dog.

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  • Kristie Leong M.D.12/4/2008

    The one that upset me the most is leaving dogs in a hot car in the summer. Dogs can overheat very quickly. Thanks for your excellent article.

  • Christine Bude11/28/2008

    Good advice.

  • Carol Roach11/27/2008

    very good article, a must read for every dog owner

  • Bethany Marsh11/26/2008

    Great article. My boys are spoiled! I have two dogs who are like my sons to me. :)

  • Shannon Wilson11/26/2008

    Good tips dog owners need to keep in mind.

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