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Must-know Tips for Pet Parents

June 16, 2021

If you talk to any pet parent, they would definitely have something to say about what they did to get their pups where they are now. Some would give you general tips that work, and also mention some that are specific to their pet which they discovered along the line. 

However, the fact remains that certain tips are bound to make your journey as a pet parent an extra pleasurable one. And this is exactly what this piece seeks to cover, so, here are some vital ones:

  1. Knowledge is Key

Before bringing your pet home, it is essential to find out if they suit your lifestyle. For instance, if you’re on the move for significant periods, a low-energy dog would be ideal. 

Since he doesn’t have high energy levels, a 20-30 minute walk and he’s good. A high-energy dog on the other hand would require a lot of time to burn off nervous energy, or he might take it out on your apartment, haha! 

Care requirements are an important factor too, learn about that and determine whether or not you can deal with it. 

  1. Environmental Enrichment

Even if you don’t work long hours, there is practically no way you’re home 24/7 with your pet. And this is precisely why you need to get your pet toys and other products that work as stimulants for their senses. 

For pups, food-dispensing toys are a great idea and would keep them occupied for significant periods. To distract them even further, you can get other toys that are really attractive but would engage their attention. This also helps them develop mentally. 

Furthermore, consider the aesthetics of their environment, decorate their room or favorite spot tastefully. 

  1. Maintain a Schedule

Pets can derive plenty of benefits when you create a routine for them and stick to it. Activities like mealtimes, bedtime, bathroom break, and playtime should happen at the same general time every day. To build a  routine for them, you can make use of reminders on your mobile phone to notify you at the precise time. 

Another benefit this offers is that you’re able to perfectly organize your schedule around your pet’s with no clashes. Since you get to fix the times, some tips are fixing meal time before you eat so that you don’t get your pup looking up with gooey eyes and timing their first bathroom break just after you wake up. 

  1. Proper Identification

While you might not picture it possible for your pup to up and wander off one day, it doesn’t hurt to prepare for the likelihood of this. This keeps you on the safe side as compared to not preparing at all. Your pet could break rank outdoors in pursuit of an interesting subject like a butterfly or maybe you forgot to shut your door firmly. 

Important tips include keeping recent pictures of your pet, microchipping for easy tracking, knowing the process to take for reporting a missing pet amongst others. 

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