The Eleventh Commandment: Care For Your Pets

Pets are an extension of one’s life and love. Caring for pets
means one has the ability, skill and heart to give love and take
good care of one of nature’s creations. The following are tips
and advice to consider when caring for that furry feline,
canine, tweety, crawly, etc. friend of yours.

Clean, clean, clean and clean

Sanitation is an all important aspect of a pet’s existence. It
is important that pets must be washed and cleaned regularly.
Also, dishes used by pets must be separated from those dishes
used by other human members of the household. Rinse the dishes
used by pets with boiling water, this is after they have been
washed thoroughly with soap and water.

As mush as possible, do not let children kiss any and all forms
of animals. Dishes used by children should never, ever be shared
with pets. Wash your hands quickly and thoroughly after handling
pets, pet foods, their cages, boxes, etc. Make sure that pets
have been vaccinated appropriately against any and all forms of
disease.

Know which does and which does not cause poison

Be aware and be in the know with regards to the kinds of poisons
that are available in and around your house. Any products that
are lethal for pets must be very well kept out of their reach.
An example of these products are the following: pesticides,
cleaners, fertilizers, detergents. However, in such a case where
the animal is suspected of ingesting such chemicals, make sure
that the pet is kept quiet and warm.

It is also important that the poison ingested is immediately
determined as well as the quantity swallowed. Most importantly,
the nearest animal doctor or the center for poison control is
contacted as soon as possible.

Tis the season to have fleas

For pets, especially dogs, fleas and its bites is so annoying
and irritating. Pets scratch, pets also chew. After which, what
could follow is a very painful and uncomfortable process of more
scratching and skin rashes or breakout.

Take note, fleas that have grown into full fledged adults are
more dangerous to the health of your pets to the extent that
they could cause serious health problems such as dermatitis,
allergy, tapeworms. Believe it or not, these fleas could also
cause your pet to have anemia. These diseases that are
flea-related actually is the leading cause of almost fifty
percent of skin-related cases checked up by vets.

The best thing in order to avoid these fleas is to prevent their
causes rather than just simply cure them.

Veterinarians have a good idea as to the specific and latest
products that effectively kills fleas, their eggs and any larvae.

Choose your vet wisely

The best way to choose the appropriate vet is by thinking how
this vet bests suits your wants and needs with regards to the
health of your pet as well as the needs of your pet. Good vets
usually take a pet history. Records of immunization, health,
medications, traits and attitudes of your pet are taken in
detail and kept.

Vets must always have your pet’s need as their priority. The
following are a few of the best ways to finding that perfect vet
for your pet: ask a friend who knows. Friends who also care
sincerely for animals or own one usually have a good vet in mind
or are having their pets checked up to one.

In summary, pets are human’s best friend. And as best friends
they should be treated the same way that humans must be
appropriately treated; with care, respect and lots of love.