How to Be a Good Pet Owner

Thứ bảy - 27/04/2024 01:15
Pets are a great way to add extra fun and affection into your everyday life, but they're a big commitment. While your pet's needs will depend largely on what type of animal you choose, there are some basics that apply to all pets. By...
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Pets are a great way to add extra fun and affection into your everyday life, but they're a big commitment. While your pet's needs will depend largely on what type of animal you choose, there are some basics that apply to all pets. By taking care of your pet's nutrition and health, and by giving it the attention it needs, you can be a good pet owner!

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Providing Proper Nutrition

  1. Step 3 Know what foods you should never give your pet.
    Certain foods are toxic to some animals, so be sure you know what you can and can't give your pet before you offer it a treat. For example, while it's perfectly fine to give your dog small bits of chicken or fish, you should never give them food containing chocolate or garlic, as these can be toxic.[3]
    • Even some pet foods can be dangerous if fed to the wrong animal. For instance, you shouldn't feed cat food to a dog, or vice versa. Cat food contains high levels of taurine, which is necessary to a cat's diet but which can be dangerous to dogs in high doses. On the other hand, dog food doesn't contain the taurine your cat needs to be healthy.[4]
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Keeping Your Pet Healthy

  1. Step 5 Spay or neuter your pet if your vet recommends it.
    When you get your pet, talk to your vet about when you should get it spayed or neutered. While not all animals need this procedure, it's usually a good idea for common pets like cats and dogs. Often, your vet will prefer to perform this procedure while your pet is still young, although many adult animals can safely have the surgery as well.[8]
    • Not only will spaying or neutering your pet prevent unwanted babies, but it will also keep your pet safe. When pets become preoccupied with mating, they will often roam away from home, where they could get lost, wander into the road, or encounter other animals. In addition, they could become engaged in competitive mating behaviors, which could lead to injury.
    • Having your pet spayed or neutered may also improve its health in the long term.
    • Neutering male kittens will help prevent unwanted spaying in the future.[9]
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Spending Time with Your Pet

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