Things You Can Do at Home For Your Dog

Things You Can Do at Home

by Tynia Johnson, The Sassy Trainer

These are things that can be used for any age, size, or breed of dog. 

Give your dog a raw marrow bone (ask your butcher). This will maintain healthy teeth and gums. If your dog spends time in his crate, that would be  a great time to let him chew. It is good for expelling puppy teeth and is a better teething toy than your favorite shoes. 

Comb your dog. Begin combing your dog the day after grooming; NO MATTER HOW SHORT THE CUT. If you cannot get a comb through the day after grooming, then take him back for a refund. Aim for twice a week; 3 to 5 minutes should do the trick. Here is how to make the time: Place the comb on the coffee table in the TV room. Pick 2 days that you watch TV. During the 1st commercial break call your dog over, comb him (nose to tail) till the show comes back on. Repeat one more day that week. Repeat every week from now on. You will have a cleaner dog and a cleaner house. 

Change to natural treats. Find something your dog loves to eat. It can be a bit of apple or carrot or even her dog food (one kibble). By definition a treat is not a meal or even a regular occurrence. It is an event or item that is out of the ordinary and gives great pleasure, also, change how you treat. Instead of 15 treats today, consider one or 2 a day for a reason other than you love them. If you love them, give them a hug!

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