You can ensure your pet is happy and healthy by taking a few simple precautions in your home. Here’s a few:
– Have two sets of food and water dishes for your pet; use one set while the other is being washed.
– Regularly go through and toss out your pet’s old toys, especially any that have sharp edges or are too dirty to clean.
– Wash your pet’s bedding once a week in the warmest water possible to minimizes odors and keep your pet’s skin and coat clean.
– Since your dogs sleep in their beds more than 10 hours each day, it’s ideal to replace beds every six months.
– Cats sleep an average of 18 hours a day, so a clean, cozy bed (or two) is a must-have for all those comfy catnaps.
– If you have multiple cats each should have his own litter box, scooped daily and cleaned once a week using hot, soapy water (no bleach or ammonia).
– Crates can make housetraining much easier and protect your dog and your home when you’re not there.
– Any dangerous substance that you would keep away from a child also should be kept away from your pet.
– Natural, pet-friendly and earth-conscious stain and odor removers make clean-up a breeze.
– For dried stains, or stains that have soaked through carpet, use a cleaner that features enzymes, which can break down odor-causing compounds.
Our vets are happy to discuss your pets’ needs and help advise!
