Tips for your dog's well-being
Hi there, in this segment we would like to give you some tips on what to watch out for in order to keep your four-legged friend happy.
The first and most important tip is FOOD. Yummy! And 99% of dogs will gulp, chomp and eat any tasty type of treat and food. We as loving pet owners are likely to have our heart melt when our cute furry friends look at us with those pleading eyes whilst we snack or eat our food.
It cannot be stressed enough that most of the human food is not meant for our doggy friends. It is very important that we watch out for their health by not feeding them human food, especially the processed types. It is best to feed them only good quality dog food and treats. If food is bought from doggy cafes, you should always watch out for any potential allergic reactions or stomach upsets. To avoid stomach upsets, it is best to avoid giving them large quantities of foods that they are not used to. Something like how most people may have stomach problems on their first full bowl of curry.
The next thing is not to feed more than recommended. About 15% of the pet dogs I see in Singapore are overweight to incredibly obese. Carefully keep track of how much food you feed your pet by measuring out the amounts for each feed. Follow the recommended amount by the checking the packing of the dog food.
After that, make sure that everyone in the household does not give out treats without control. If everyone in the household loves to give treats ensure a fixed small amount is set aside for daily treats. This amount does not have to be used up each day but it should never be exceeded. For treats used in training, I would suggest breaking the bits in half especially for small sized dogs.
Remember, a health is wealth and this goes for the dogs too. In keeping them in the healthy weight range, you give them better heart health, joint health and longevity too! Annual vet checks should be done as always.
So until the next tip, restrain yourself in treating your pet so as to keep them healthy and happy. Good luck!