For new dog owners (or those who need a refresher) this is an outline of the bare minimum that goes into raising your lifetime friend! Always also do your own research and talk to your vet about dog care as well!
Daily
- Plenty of fresh water accessible at all times
- Feeding twice a day the appropriate amount of food (according to vet & feeding guidelines on package)
- Training or practicing new tricks (mental stimulation)
- Physical exercise
- Set a schedule
- Brushing teeth (or using a chew that helps with plaque)
- Trimming nails
- Brushing coat
- Bathtime!
- Heartworm preventative (can also include fleas, ticks, and other parasites)
- Vaccinations
- Health checkup