Keeping Your Dog Healthy At Home

Having regular check-ups with your vet will keep your dog healthy, but there are things you can do every day to keep your dog’s health in tip top shape.

Check your dog regularly from nose to tail for any growths, cysts, ticks, fleas, or changes in weight. Remember to check ears, teeth, gums as well as eyes. Detecting changes or abnormalities early may help keep your dog healthier in the long run.

If your dog is experiencing an upset stomach or diarrhea, try poultry or meat flavored baby food. The amount you feed your dog will vary by size – for smaller dogs one jar a day should suffice; medium dogs – two jars; large dogs – three jars. If the diarrhea is persistent, remember to keep up your dog’s liquid intake to minimize chances of dehydration and consult your vet immediately.

We all know the pill in the cheese trick, but when it comes time for your pet to take his medicine try placing the pill in a moist ball of dog food. Check your dog’s mouth or give her a treat to make certain the pill has been swallowed. If she still won’t take the medicine, place the pill on the back of her tongue, hold her mouth shut and gently stoke her throat until she swallows.

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Moving With Your Dog

Dogs are sensitive to our emotions, so when the time comes to move, it can be a hardship on both you and your pet. Here are a few ways to help your pet feel more comfortable and secure.

When looking for a new home, try contacting the local humane society in the new area for a list of dog friendly landlords.

Write a resume for your dog. Landlords may be wary about accepting a new tenant with a pet. To help put minds at ease, write a curriculum vita accentuating all of your dog’s wonderful qualities to present to potential landlords. Include letters of recommendation from your vet or current landlord as well as sitters or groomers. If your dog has attended obedience class add that too. Also include current health records and inoculations.

When the movers come, place your dog in a room away from the commotion until the movers are finished. Put a few of his favorite toys in the room with him and make occasional visits to the room to help your dog feel more secure.

Once you move, recreate a special place for your pet similar to the one he had at your old home. It gives your dog a new safe place and makes him feel like part of the family.

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Running With Your Dog

Dogs love to go out to play. When you take your dog out for a romp, remember a few helpful tips that will make your time together safer and more pleasant.

Avoid running during mid-day when the temperature is hottest and both you and your dog could become dehydrated.

Before you and your dog go for a run, check with your vet to get a clean bill of health.

Run on grass of softer surfaces such as sand to help cushion your dog’s paw pads.

Try a leather leash while running with your dog. Leather is easier to hold and cuts into the hand less.

When running at night, both you and your dog should wear reflective tape and/or carry safety lights to make seeing you easier.

For joint pain, lightly dampen a towel and place it in the microwave for 45 to 55 seconds. Place the warm towel on your dog’s sore joints until it loses its heat. Check the towel’s temperature before applying it to your dog.

If you run during the day, remember to carry water for both you and your pet.

After jogging, check your dog’s paws for cuts, scratches or abrasions.

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