This lovely German Shepherd looks very happy and healthy! What do you do to ensure your furry buddy’s welfare?
Thanks to Glenn Archibald for sharing!
How to Keep Your GSD Happy and Healthy
In order to keep your furry buddy happy and healthy it is not enough that you only provide a roof his head or offer plenty of treats. Being a responsible dog owner entails more than that. Here are some of the most important things to consider to ensure that your GSD stays really happy.
- Keep him at a healthy weight. many owners tend to give in whenever their dogs ask for some treats. Remember, food is not love! Moderate his diet and only feed him food that are good for him. You can show your love to him by ensuring that he’s always at a healthy weight. This will help prevent arthritis and joint pain.
- Observe proper grooming and hygiene. It is not enough that you bathe him regularly. Check his ears, teeth, paws and other parts of his body thoroughly. Keep an eye out for any form of parasites such as ticks and fleas.
- Use his energy properly. Keeping your dog happy requires some serious effort on your part. You need to take the time to channel out his energy. Take your dog for a long walk or jogging, play fetch and other games that can give your dog the exercise he needs. This will also prevent any behavior problem from developing.