When you’re a pet parent, you know that you’re always going to have a ton of things to do. It’s kind of like being an actual parent. So if you have kids, you’ll know. If not, this is also a good way to prepare – in some ways. Because when you have a dog, you know that you not only have yourself to care for anymore, but you have THEM to put first. Dogs don’t always have to be high maintenance, but they’re not always that easy to look after either. You have to make sure that you’re aware of their needs and that you’re making sure they’re looked after and happy. Assumedly, you know that you have to feed them and give them water – but that’s just the basics. Because beyond that, you have to make sure that they are healthy and happy too. Pampering can help. So let’s take a look at how you can do this.
Brush Them
First of all, you’re going to want to make sure that you are brushing their coats. For this, it’s important for you to think about the best kind of brush and how often you do it. It’s important to get expert advice so that you’re able to know the best way to do this to promote a healthy coat for your dog’s particular breed.
Wash Them
And then there’s washing too. Because dogs do get dirty. And sure, you aren’t going to want to wash too regularly – as their coats natural oils are important. For this, you’ll want to wash them monthly, or as your vet recommends.
Get Them Groomed
But then if you know that you’re going to find this hard, then you’re going to want to ensure that you’re able to find a groomer and stick to appointments. Maybe it’s too tough for you to get them to stay still to get washed. Or they have long hair. So a professional groomer might be better.
Do The Extras
But then also, in the meantime, you might want to do a bit of maintenance for them yourself. Because their nails grow and it can cause a problem or they might catch them. So take a look at the guide by TreeHousePuppies.com to help you. You might also want to ensure that their teeth are clean. Speak to your vet about the best ways of doing this for your dog and its specific breed.
Exercise
And then finally, as much as you may not realize that exercise is a huge part of pampering, it is. Think about it – when you exercise, you feel great – right? You feel energized and calmer and just in a happier disposition. But, when it comes to your pet, you won’t always know how their feeling. You can only assume that exercise is going to make them feel good. So keep it up. Make sure you have a solid routine for them so that they can get their energy out and keep their minds and bodies happy and healthy too.