Pets: A Dog's 10 Basic Needs

Society | November 28, 2003, Friday // 00:00

1. Food - fresh, every day. Large and Giant dogs cost a lot more to feed than small toy breeds.

2. Water - drinking water should be provided fresh every day.

3. Warm dry environment with shelter from the weather.

4. Access to dog toilet areas. It is no longer socially acceptable for owners to allow their dogs to defaecate on pavements or other public areas - particularly children's play areas because of the unpleasantness of accidental contact with faeces - but also because of the potential risk of transmission of disease from dogs to people. If you live in an urban area and have to allow your dog to defaecate in public make sure that you clear up the mess after you.

5. Regular exercise. Whilst some dogs are kept indoors for most of their lives, most dogs do benefit from exercise and should be exercised daily.

6. Dogs with long coats need regular grooming and coat care egg shampooing.

7. All dogs need regular cleaning after soiling in mud and other smelly concoctions!

8. Your pet should be protected by annual vaccinations, twice yearly worming costs and regular flea treatment.

9. Your pet needs veterinary treatment when looking ill.

10. Some dogs require special training.

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