Give Your Dog The Best Life

Giving your dog the best life involves a combination of providing for their basic needs, as well as meeting their emotional and mental needs. Here are some tips to ensure you give your dog the best life possible:

Diet

Provide a balanced diet to give your dog the best life. Feed your dog high-quality food that meets their nutritional needs. Dog-codependent pet parents should consult with your veterinarian to determine the appropriate diet for your dog’s age, weight, and breed.  There are so many options for your dog’s diet: kibble, raw, home-cooked, etc.  Find out what formula works best for your dog. Do the research and be a label reader!

Go Dog Go

Regular exercise to give your dog the best life. Dogs need exercise  to maintain a healthy weight, build muscle, and release energy. Take your dog for daily walks, play fetch, or engage in other physical activities that are appropriate for their age and energy level.  Puppies need ALOT of physical exercise, but in short stints.  Your adult dog may need a morning and evening play session. Senior dogs may simply enjoy a leisurely stroll around the block.  Reminder: dog lovers know that well exercised dogs are well behaved dogs.

What’s Up Doc

Regular veterinary care to give your dog the best life. Schedule regular checkups with your veterinarian to ensure your dog’s overall health and well-being. This includes vaccinations, dental care, and parasite prevention.  If you have a younger dog, make the vet visit a positive experience, so they learn to appreciate a car trip to the vet and not run to hide under the bed when you say the word V-E-T.

Brain Power

Mental stimulation to give your dog the best life. Dogs are intelligent animals and need mental stimulation (i.e. Fun and Games) to stay happy and healthy. Provide toys, puzzles, and training exercises that challenge your dog’s mind.

Let’s Get Social

Socialization to give your dog the best life. Dogs are social animals and most will need socialization with other dogs and people. Take your dog to the park, the beach, enroll in obedience classes, and invite friends and family over to interact with your dog.

Dog Love

Love and attention to give your dog the best life. Dogs are loyal and loving animals that crave attention and affection from their dog mom and dog dad. Spend quality time with your dog, play with them, and show them affection regularly.