It’s a big responsibility to care for a dog. In some ways, it’s almost like taking care of a child, except this child barks instead of crying. Even though it’s a big responsibility, you can learn to do it well. The following tips will help you achieve this goal.
Give your dog hugs, but don’t kiss him. In theory, giving a dog a kiss is cute, but realize that the mouth of a dog is generally very dirty. You don’t know where your dog’s tongue has been, and you’re better off not knowing. It’s an old wives tale that your dog’s mouth happens to be cleaner that a human being. However, this simply is not the case.
Your dog needs an annual physical exam from the vet, just as you need one from your doctor. Since your dog cannot talk to you, it may be hard to determine when arthritis …