If you have a pet, it is your responsibility to take care of it. Pet care does not just mean ensuring food and shelter. It is also your responsibility to maintain their good health and comfort. Because animals are not toys, you take responsibility for a living creature. If you are a new pet keeper, then you should adopt some simple tips and techniques for taking care of them at home. There are several effective ways to keep your pet comfortable and safe at home. Such as feeding routine, potty training, health care, vaccination, cleanliness, first aid knowledge, etc.
(1) Feed a Balanced and Moderate Amount of Food
Feed a balanced and moderate amount of food according to the breed, age, and size of the pet. Avoid frequent or excessive feeding. There are several good-quality pet shops in Bangladesh, where you will find suitable food and care materials for animals of different ages. If you want to keep any animal like a dog, cat, rabbit, bird, etc., it is better to first talk to a veterinarian and get the necessary information and advice. Because the food and care rules of each animal are different. Powdered milk, chocolate, tea, coffee, spicy food, etc., should not be included in the pet’s diet.
(2) Regular care
Bathe your pet once a week. If you use shampoo, use a special shampoo suitable for animals. Be careful when cutting the nails and trimming the hair of the animal. Dogs, cats, and rabbits should be brushed regularly. This will prevent insects and dirt from accumulating. The living and sleeping areas of the animals should be cleaned regularly. Water and food bowls should be cleaned regularly. This helps protect against pathogens.
(3) Regular physical activity
Pets should be given regular physical activity to keep them fit and mentally stimulated. Cats and rabbits should be given toys, and dogs should be walked regularly. In the case of birds, it is better to have as much space as possible and branches inside the cage. Pets like interactive games like throwing balls, hide-and-seek, etc.; these activities relieve boredom and increase mental stimulation.
(4) Healthcare and treatment
There are several pet clinics across the country. There is a Teaching and Training Pet Hospital and a Pet Life Care Clinic in Dhaka. These hospitals and clinics have facilities for blood tests, surgeries, X-rays, and ultrasonograms. Vaccinations against rabies, deworming, and other bacterial infections should be taken at the specified time, which will also keep the family members safe. Like humans, pets also fall ill for various reasons. They may also need medical care.
(5) Train pets
Spend time with animals, talk to them, and play games; this will strengthen the bond with them. It is important to train cats and dogs. Especially commands, potty training, obeying meal times, not biting or scratching, good behavior, etc., should be trained. Introducing pets to different people and environments will increase their sense of sociability.
Keep some other things in mind before buying or raising a new animal
(1) At the time of purchase, find out whether the animal is healthy, what breed it is, and whether it has been vaccinated.
(2) Poisonous plants, grapes, onions, etc., can be harmful to pets.
(3) Keep dangerous items, medicines, chemicals, electrical wires, broken glass, etc., out of reach.
(4) Prepare a balanced diet chart with the advice of a registered veterinarian.
(5) Regular dental care, bathing, and accustoming to home-cooked food.
By following these simple home care techniques, your pet will be comfortable, happy, and safe. Following a specific routine, providing proper nutrition, and giving regular care can help maintain a pet in a very good way. By giving a little time, effort, and love, a spiritual relationship is developed with pets, which becomes like a family bond.
