Natural dog health care gives your best friend the best possible health care

If you’re a health concious person who eats the right foods and exercises often, you’ll probably be aware that your dog will also benefit from the same attention to his health too. If you take the time to concentrate on your  dog’s health, your dog will benefit and you’ll save a lot of money over time in vet bills and medication.

It’s not hard to take care of your dog’s health and apart from making sure your dog has the necessary vaccinations when due, there are three basic areas to concentrate on ….

• Your dog’s living area
• Your dog’s diet
• Giving him enough exercise

Tips for your dog’s health

First and foremost, ensure that your dog has a safe, clean and sheltered place to sleep at night. If he is an outside dog, make sure his kennel is in a sheltered area and is free from draughts. If you dislike the thought of uninvited visitors in your own bed, your dog probably feels the same way, so make sure his kennel and bedding are free of fleas.

Your dog’s diet – If you can make intelligent choices regarding your own diet, then you’ll probably know enough to make sure your dog’s diet is healthy too. The latest research in nutrition is showing that too much carbohydrate in the diet can lead to diseases such as obesity, type 2 diabetes and a multitude of other health problems that will usually show up in older adults. Well guess what? Your dog can have the same problems if fed a dog food full of carbohydrates such as corn, white rice and the like.

These types of ingredients are usually, but not always, found in cheaper dog foods. Read the label on the can or packet. If the food is higher in protein than carbohydrates, then generally speaking that food should be fine for preventing most dog health problems. While we’re talking about diet, make sure your dog has plenty of clean water to drink at all times.

Exercise your dog every day. This is not only good for your dog, it is good for you also. Take long walks or throw a ball around the backyard or park. Remember you and your dog’s cardiovascular system and muscles need exercise and by playing with your dog you can make it fun.

When given the proper care, your dog’s immune system will be able to ward off many common dog diseases and his coat will be shiny and thick. He will be able to provide you with love and companionship for many years and you both will be avoiding expensive visits to the vet. These are the many advantages in taking care of your dog’s health.