Dogs need more than a bowl of food and a scratch behind the ears. Your dog needs love and care all day. But how do you know what it takes to properly care for your pooch? The following dog facts article will give you tips used by both dog experts and other dog owners.
It is fine to hug your dog, but avoid those wet kisses. A dog has a very filthy mouth. Dogs will eat their own waste, dine on garbage, and gulp water straight from your toilet. There is a belief that the mouth of a dog is cleaner than that of a human. It certainly isn't the truth.
Be sure to have your pet spayed or neutered. Research has shown this simple procedure can lessen cancer risks and can give your dog a longer lifespan. Also, dogs that are fixed lose their desire to stray from the home, lessening the chance of them getting lost or hurt.
