Provide high-quality food on a consistent schedule and fresh water always available. Follow veterinary diet advice.
Nutrition
Ensure your dog gets adequate physical and mental exercise for their age, health and breed.
Exercise
Use positive reinforcement to instill good manners, impulse control, and basic obedience commands.
Training
Brush coat, trim nails, clean ears and teeth regularly per veterinary guidelines based on breed.
Grooming
Keep up with vaccines, preventatives like flea/tick medication, and annual wellness exams.
Veterinary Care
Dog-proof your home by removing dangers, using gates, and ensuring secure fencing.
Safety Proofing
Gradually socialize your dog to new sights, sounds, animals, and people using positive association.
Socialization