by Leo Enoch

Created on: April 05, 2007   Last Updated: June 17, 2009

Prior to bringing a dog home, it must be understood that there is a responsibility of anyone who owns a dog to take care of it which will include feeding, providing shelter, health care and spending time with the dog.

Here are some basic care that you should consider before bringing a dog home:

1. Shelter.

What kind of shelter are you going to give for your dog? The answer to this question also depends on what kind of dog you have. Some dog will stay most of their time outdoors while others in the house.

If you dog will spend most of the time outside the house, then some kind of dog house or kennel will be needed. Fences may also be essential to keep the dog safely in the location of your home.

While for those who spend most of their time in the house, there are many kind of dog beds and indoor kennels that can suit your dog. Bear in mind that the size of dog bed or basket for a puppy might be too small for a bigger dog

Find out which one is the most proper for the type of dogs you are bringing home

2. Health Care

A new dog or puppy should be taken to a veterinary for assessment of their health and they might need immunization against diseases. It is also of great significant to see the vets before bringing your dog home as you can get a proper assistance on proper diet, work out and grooming for your dog.

Your dog should be taken for a scheduled check up each year, some vet might suggest your dog to be spayed for female dog or neutered for a male dog. A healthier dog will without doubt be a better companion for you.

3. Feeding

Before bringing back home your new dog, make sure you have some food, food container, water container ready. If it is a puppy, it is also good to have something it can chew on such as nylon bones, squeaky toys, and other toys that is harmless for chewing. Do not give them scrap bones as it might choke them and caused them harm.

Regular nourishment is a critical part of taking care of your dog. This will of course be determined by the dog size, type of breed, health and activity level. You can find out information on proper diet and feeding schedule from the dog breeder or when you bring the dog to see the vet.

I do not really believe in buying any commercial dog food off the shelves as a lot of these foods contain poison that can kill your dog. Read the labels before buying.

Finding out more from your vet is a much better and wiser decision when deciding which food to give to your dog.

4. Exercise

Enough Exercise beyond any doubt play a major part to

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