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Dog Ownership Responsibility
As a part of supporting "Responsible Dog Owners Month" in September 2006, we are providing educational materials to help the Pet Community become more informed. Owning a dog is a responsibility, not just a privilege. Their care entails more than just food & shelter - they deserve our love and good hygiene
If you are a dog breeder, we provide a means for you to advertise on our site, be listed in our Dog Breeders Directory and even direct you to Internet marketing tools to expand and grow your online business and website.
Today's Tip from Breeders USA - The Dog Breeders Directory
Commitment to Pet Care
Proper hygiene of your animal is just as important as your own personal daily care. Here are a few tips for you to consider as a responsible dog owner.
1) Regular bathing of your dog.
- Only use flea & tick shampoos when necessary. It drys out their skin.
- Rinse out all shampoo to protect against skin problems.
- Brush out knots and matted hair prior to shampooing or they become worse.
- Keep the water temperature from becoming too hot. Their skin is sensitive to heat.
- Place cotton in ears before bathing to lessen chance of ear infections.
- Bathing reduces chances of flea or tick infestations.
- Bathing removes dead hair and lessens shedding.
2) Nail Trimming
- Trim nails regularly with a good clippers from your pet store.
- Cutting them too short will cause bleeding and stinging.
- Frequent walking wears down the nails naturally.
- Professional clipping by groomers is probably less expensive than by veterinarian.
3) Brushing of Dog's Coat
- Regular brushing keeps your dog healthy and happy.
- Brushing helps to stimulate oils that keep their skin moist.
- Brushing removes matting and dead hair.
- Brusing let's your dog know you love them.
4) Ear Cleansing
- Most owners leave this part to their groomer or veterinarian.
- Ear Cleansers or wipes can be purchased at your pet store.
- Swab the outer surface of the inner ear.
- Cleaning reduces the chance of ear infections and ear mites.
- Removal of hair is sometimes important to prevent infections.
5) Dental Hygiene
- Dry dog foods or treats is not enough to keep the teeth clean and healthy.
- Do not use human tooth paste and toothbrushes.
- Doggie toothpaste will help to eliminate placque, germs, bacteria & tartar.
- Veterinarians & groomers have special tools to clean teeth and prevent disease.
- Improper dental care can lead to heart, lung and kidney disease.
Visit BreedersUSA to view our dog breeders directory and learn more in our resource area. We encourage responsible dog breeding and dog ownership. Feel free to leave your comments below and post your opinions and questions at our BreederUSA Blog or BreedersUSA Forum. To read yesterday's article on choosing a pet, click here.
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