Content
- a suitable home
- the best food
- socialization and education
- basic hygiene
- health care
- animal identification
- Extra care for pets
There are many people who want to incorporate a pet into their lives. It's a good decision as long as you can provide all the care your chosen animal needs for its well-being. Therefore, in order to evaluate the aptitude as a tutor, you have to know what these basic cares are.
In this article by PeritoAnimal, in collaboration with iNetPet, we review what to consider for a happy coexistence and also discover how new technologies can help us take care of our pet. Meet the basic pet care and find out if you can take them on before adopting one.
a suitable home
First, it is essential that our house is suitable for the animal we want to adopt. For example, in a small apartment it will not be the best idea to live with more than one cat, because if they did not grow up together, problems could arise due to the impossibility of having their own space. In addition, they are animals that need scratchers, places to climb, sheltered places to hide, etc.
On the other hand, if we choose to adopt an animal that requires a cage, terrarium or aquarium, it is essential that we inform ourselves to know what conditions these facilities must meet for maintain the well-being animal.
In addition to the house, we must take into account the time we have available for your care. Obviously, it will take us more hours a day to care for a dog than a goldfish. We will also have to think of solutions, like a dog kennel or hotel, if we ever have to be away like on trips.
the best food
When it comes to pet care, it is essential to remember that each species will have specific nutritional needs, which, moreover, usually vary throughout their lives. A dog will not eat as much as an adult dog or a sick animal as a healthy animal. Fortunately, we can find foods suitable for all types of animals on the market.
To choose the best quality feed, the first thing to do is to know the nutritional requirements of the species in question and thus find the product that suits you best. For example, food for dogs or cats, as both are carnivores, should be based on animal protein, which can be supplemented with cereals, vegetables, vegetables and fruits to obtain carbohydrates, vitamins and minerals.
In general, we should look for food 100% natural, no sugars or artificial preservatives. It is also important to map several establishments, both physical and online, that have our pet's favorite food.
socialization and education
Both education and socialization have to be included among pet care. Socialization, which is the process by which we expose the animal to all kinds of stimuli to get used to them and not generate stress, is recommended for any species. Even a hamster that doesn't leave the house should get used to our handling. Of course, education will not be necessary for this little rodent, but it will be recommended for other species and completely essential if we decide to adopt a dog.
Above all, if you have no experience in canine or feline education, it is a good idea to enroll in classes for puppies, cats or adult dogs given by professionals or training centers. Also, don't miss our articles:
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basic hygiene
Among the care with pets that are essential is the maintenance of their hygiene. Brushing, clipping nails, cleaning ears and teeth or bathing are some of the basic hygienic care that we must implement with the regularity that our animal needs.
In specialized petshops we can find all the necessary accessories, but in certain cases, for example, if our dog is too big to be washed indoors or in the apartment or if we want to make one. specific grooming, we will have to request a specialized service from a petshop.
health care
Naturally, basic pet care includes those related to maintaining their health. all animals have to go regularly to the veterinarian, at least once a year and whenever they show signs compatible with any disease. We must also be prepared for unforeseen events.
In addition, each species will need its internal and external deworming monthly and vaccinations. The veterinarian will recommend what is essential for our animal. So it's best that we find one we trust and that we always have the phone number of an emergency veterinarian who works outside of working hours at hand so that we can handle any emergency.
animal identification
To the basic care we've reviewed so far, we must add the legal obligations that are in place where we live. An example is the implantation of a microchip identification of dogs and cats, for certain procedures, such as international travel, and which, soon, will probably become mandatory throughout Brazil by law.[1]
Therefore, before adopting a pet it is necessary that we inform ourselves of all the requirements according to the species we live with. Also, a good idea for those animals with outdoor access is to wear a collar with an ID tag in case they get lost or have an accident. This will allow them to be found more quickly.
Extra care for pets
Toys, snacks, beds, collars and even clothes are some of the accessories and services that we may need for our pet and that will help us complete their basic care. In addition, new technologies offer us tools like iNetPet, an app that allows us to have full control over all information about the animal. Thus, it offers the possibility of storing all data related to your health, training, visits to the groomer, food, etc., in a single place, so that we can access them quickly and from anywhere.
It is a very convenient way to always carry all relevant information with us for any query. For example, if we are in another country, direct access to your medical history will help the veterinarian make a better diagnosis and treatment. In addition, it favors communication between the caregiver and professionals, as it allows this approach. The app includes a QR code that, placed on the pet's identification pendant, allows you to easily locate an animal in case of loss, just using a smartphone.
For more information about this app, which is completely free, and its benefits in pet care, don't miss this video: