top of page
Writer's picturemollyetutu

16 Tips that go unnoticed to maintain your pet's health and safety.

Updated: May 30, 2022

Having a pet is like a small child, they depend 100% on their owner's care. It is necessary to be alert to the small details so they can have a healthy life.





Did you know that many details go unnoticed in the care of your pet?


Personal care and keeping health in balance is a big challenge for many people, right? Can you imagine taking care of the health of a pet?


Laziness often beats in exercising, maintaining a healthy diet, drinking water, scheduling a doctor for a checkup, having certain skin, hair, nails care, in short, there are many things we need to do to keep everything in order.


When we have children, everything is different, the concern with keeping the child super healthy is often exaggerated. However, nothing is left to be desired, everything is in perfect harmony with the needs of our children.


And with your pet? Do you want to know 16 tips to maintain a healthy and safe life for your pet? Then keep on reading this article.


1. When walking your dog, on very hot days, make sure that he doesn't burn his paws on the asphalt, they are very sensitive. Walk in shade, grass, and cooler places. Avoid going out at very hot hours.


2. Clean their paws after your walks, take the opportunity to check between their little toes, if they have stepped on something that hurt, you can take care of it before it gets infected.


3. Clean your dog's or cat's butt, after your walks, keep them and your house clean, especially if he jumps on the couch or in your bed.


4. If you have a dog and a cat, be aware that dogs love to eat cat poop. Place your kitty's litter box in a place where your dog doesn't have access.


5. Change your pets water at least 2 times a day, if possible after meals, this way it keeps the water clean of food residues.


6. On hot days, put ice in their water.


7. Check their fur every day, if it is messy, brush it and look between the hairs if the skin is without any lesions. It is common for them to itch and bruise their skin.


8. Throw away the food they left on the plate, keep their food always fresh.


9. Do you wear a seat belt? Protect your dog's life, put him in a chair for pets that keeps him attached to the seat, thus preventing him from getting hurt in case of a sudden brake.


10. Don't let him ride in the car with his head out the window, in addition to being dangerous, his ears and eyes can get injured.


11. Make a health plan, so you avoid stress with the vet bill, there are good plans with affordable prices.









12. Pay attention to the procedures passed by the veterinarian, especially in more serious cases, seek opinions from other professionals, be alert to negligence or price abuse.


13. Always keep your data on the SIM card and your phone number on their identification plate up to date.


14. If you feel cold or hot, necessarily your pet is not feeling the same as you. Before putting any clothes on him, make sure he is also cold. They have fur to protect them, especially the furry ones and some other breeds.

Some breeds feel colder and need to stay warm, remember this if you feel too hot.


15. If your dog or cat is too stressed to take a bath in a pet store, make sure what the reason is, he may not be being treated as he should. If possible stay close at bath time so that he is calmer, or bathe him at home.



16. Be alert, not all people who work with animals really love them.








So, how many of these tips did you already know to maintain your pet's health and safety?


In addition to all the daily care that is necessary for our pets, these are the tips that often go unnoticed. Now that you know, your pet will be even safer and healthier.


Daniela Ferreira









Visit the website mollyetutupets.com and discover the accessory that will enhance the beauty of your pet, in addition to making it safer.





Visit our Molly & Tutu blog page:

コメント


bottom of page