Dog Care

Keeping a pet dog is a huge commitment and responsibility. To stay happy and healthy, dogs need a balanced diet, daily exercise, shelter, training and veterinary care.

When bringing a new dog into your home, there are many things you will need to consider. A good place to start is by taking your dog to the veterinarian to ensure her vaccinations are up to date and to discuss the basics of dog care.

It is also important to put regular patterns and routines in place. This may involve allocating different responsibilities to different members of the family.

Our dog care section provides expert advice, including information on:

• bathing and grooming
• breed concerns
• housing
• identification
• nutrition
• training
• veterinary care