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TIP! Your dog can not tell you what is wrong, so just listen to his body language. If you notice the dog being hesitant in a new situation, don’t force your dog to socialize if it doesn’t want to.

Isn’t it great to have a dog? People all over the country love dogs, and for good reason. They are loving, energetic, and enjoy having fun with you. That’s why they are excellent company. That is why you want to make sure you are doing your part to give them the best possible care. The following tips will help you out.

TIP! Do not feed your dog “people food”. You will spoil him and his appetite and set up begging behavior.

Make your home dog-proof. Before bringing your dog home for the first time, make sure that the entire area is completely safe. Do not have any pills out in the open and put all supplies in cabinets. Some plants in your house may be toxic to your dog, so they should be kept where your dog cannot reach them.

TIP! Talk to your vet about what you feed your dog. Depending on the type and age of dog, if you purchase the wrong kind of food it may upset their stomach.

Avoid kisses and stick with hugs. In theory, giving a dog a kiss is cute, but realize that the mouth of a dog is generally very dirty. Dogs rummage through trash, drink toilet water and lick other dog’s body parts. Some believe the mouth of a dog is even cleaner than our own. This couldn’t be farther from the truth.

TIP! Stop trying to force your dog to do things. If your dog doesn’t like a particular treat, don’t make him eat it.

It’s a great idea to keep a snap-shot of your dog handy (a digital pic on your phone is ideal) whenever you’re traveling with him. If he gets lost, you have a recent picture you can immediately access in order to print “lost” flyers.

TIP! Make sure that your dog is not kept outside your home all day long. Yes, people do this too often, but dogs require interactions with people and other dogs for their well-being.

Practice training your dog in your house or yard. This allows you to control how many people are there while the training takes place. The more people there are, the more difficult training will be. This can cause your dog to get distracted, which can make training them simple commands almost impossible.

TIP! You may need to trim hair that grows near the dog’s paws to help keep it from matting. Comb the tangles out before you start trimming.

Speak with your vet to see how much you’re going to have to feed your dog daily. Even though many people stick to the label on the can or package of the dog’s food, sometimes these guidelines might not work for the type of dog that you have. This could lead to your dog becoming obese. Speak to the vet about what makes sense for your dog.

TIP! Your vet will provide sound advice regarding medication or special needs for your pet, so ensure you pay heed to their words. There’s a reason dogs have to endure uncomfortable situations like a cone-collar! The recommendations of your vet are always in your dog’s best interest.

Give your pooch rawhide bones instead of those from real meat. Real bones can chip and fragments may become lodged in their mouths or digestive tract. Rawhide is healthy for their teeth and gums, so don’t share your bones, even if the dog wants it!

TIP! If your dog gets anxious about being away from you, or you want to give him a little treat, leave music on while you are at work. The noise make them feel more secure and keeps them company.

Don’t try forcing anything into your dog. If your dog is not interested in a treat, do not force your pet to eat it. When you get your dog you should spend some time with it to learn exactly what kinds of things it enjoys.

TIP! Your dog needs exercise and entertainment. Train him to fetch the newspaper and help with other household chore.

If your dog behaves badly, correct the behavior immediately. If you don’t address it head on, you will discover that it becomes more difficult to control in the future, possibly with disastrous consequences. You need to make sure your dog is happy to keep them in control and so he does not hurt anyone.

TIP! Know that an animal doesn’t need too many people telling it what to do when it’s being trained. Everyone trains differently, and this can lead to confusion for your dog.

Bring your shelter dog to the veterinarian as soon as possible after you adopt him. Dogs from pounds are exposed to more illnesses than others. It’s crucial that your pet has all necessary shots before it’s brought into your house.

TIP! Take your pet to the veterinarian regularly. He should visit once a year for tests, weighing and vaccinations.

Get your new pet a veterinary exam. When you bring them home, schedule a vet appointment. The vet is going to check over your dog to see if everything is okay, as well as set it up to get vaccinations it may need. Consider having your pup spayed or neutered as there is already an overpopulation problem.

TIP! You need to think carefully about getting a dog before you adopt one. While a puppy’s face is adorable, you must consider everything as far as providing care.

Your dog should not be left outside for the entire day. Understand that dogs need to interact with other people and animals. A dog with no companions can feel very isolated and stressed out if he is left alone outside. Also, they could be bitten by ticks, hurt by other animals or even abducted.

TIP! Positive reinforcement is the best way to train your dog. Rewards and praise will help speed things along, and they work better than being violent.

You have to be the same kind of friend that your dog is to you. By applying the advice in this piece, you have the ability to take great care of any dog. Your dog should have the best life possible and by using this advice, you will find your life to be more enjoyable as well.