Dogs are humans’ best friends, and we love them unconditionally. However, it is not uncommon for your dog to pick up some unpleasant habits. This year, while you set your resolutions, consider doing the same for your pet! Here are several New Year’s resolutions to improve your pet’s health and happiness in 2023.
Stop Scooting Across Carpets
Your dog may have a habit of scooting across the carpet. This tends to be embarrassing and aggravating for dog owners. However, there is a reason behind this bizarre habit. Dogs will scoot across a carpet to relieve the discomfort of clogged anal sacs. Clogged anal sacs can occur for a number of reasons and can become even more uncomfortable if your dog has a parasite or food allergy. This year, put an end to this tendency by visiting your veterinarian to have your dog’s anal sacs checked, ensuring optimal comfort and good behavior from your companion.
Teach Your Dog to Sit for Greetings
Your dog may become overly excited and jump on you or your guests for greetings, offering big wet kisses. While this action comes from good intentions, it can be a real hassle that should be corrected. This year, prioritize some extra training to teach your dog to sit for greetings. Use healthy treats and positive attention to influence your dog to greet people calmly!
Prioritize Grooming
Grooming can easily slip through the cracks on your priorities list, especially if your dog has short hair. However, grooming is an excellent way to keep your pet in good health. Grooming can promote healthy nails, less shedding, healthy ears, and flea prevention. This year prioritize grooming and create a happier life for your dog!
Improve Your Dog’s Diet
Perhaps in past years, you’ve gotten used to feeding your pet table scraps and other human treats. Make a goal to change this in 2023 by improving your pet’s diet and opting for healthier treats. Fresh fruits and veggies are excellent snacks with fewer calories that will satisfy your pet’s snack cravings without enabling them to gain unhealthy weight!
For more New Year’s resolution ideas for your dog, contact your local veterinarian today!
