Getting a new pet is an exciting time and the beginning of a long journey with your new furry family member. Naturally, when we get a pet, we want to make sure that they’re well taken care of in every way possible.
New pet owners might not be sure of the best and most important ways to care for their four-legged friends. Keep reading for the 4 pillars of pet care – once you have all of these down, you can rest at ease knowing that your pet will be happy, safe and healthy.
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Pet Insurance
Our pets have medical needs just like we do. Vaccinations, annual check-ups and visits to the doctor when we don’t feel well or get hurt are all par for the course. The same applies to your puppy or kitten! Just like with people, we can never know when an unexpected illness or injury might pop up.
Being financially prepared is crucial, and this is where pet insurance can come in handy and make your life easier. Make sure to look for pet insurance plans with the most coverage, to ensure that you and your pet will be taken care of no matter what the problem might be.
Their Diet and Exercise Pet
Your cat or dog’s nutrition is of utmost importance if you want them to live a long, happy and healthy life. This means avoiding the cheap supermarket pet foods as well as being careful of what you feed them off your own plate. Talk to your vet and do your own research too about the best diet for your pet.
In the same vein, animals need exercise too, or else they can become overweight and get sick. Take good care of your pet’s physical health by keeping them active. Cats need less activity, but daily play and space to roam around is a good idea. Dogs will need daily walks to stay active (and happy).
Safety and Security
The physical safety of your pets is another concern to have. Make sure to keep a collar on them with a tag, or better yet, make sure they’re microchipped with permanent identification in case they get lost.
You should make sure that you keep your home safe for pets too. Keep gates closed that they might run out of, and try to block off areas where they might hurt themselves – such as a pool in your garden.
Comfort and Love
Finally, you need to care for your pets emotionally too. Just like humans, your dog or cat will need to feel loved and cared for, so spending time with them every day is a must. Take them for walks, play with them or just spend time cuddling.
When these basics are taken care of, you can start looking into fun pet gadgets to make your and your pet’s lives a little better. However, so long as your pet is cared for and loved, that is all they really need.
