HealthyPets Blog

Dogs deserve to get healthy and safe from any signs of harm and danger. It is why dog owners are making sure that their pets are in good health condition by taking good care of them at home. However, some pet owners have different problems or issues regarding their dogs’ health. As a result, these dogs are not getting healthy and may suffer various body complications like skin allergy, enlargement of the heart, kidney failure, and so on.

 

Most of the dog owners today are spending their hard-earned money to buy many medications and expensive foods for their pets. However, they did not realize that they can take good care of their dogs without spending too much money. When it comes to pet care, one option is not enough. As dog owners, it is time to become open-minded in trying alternative ways to take care of them while on a budget.

Without further ado, here are some tips you should try and apply for your dog to become healthy and safe while on a budget:

 

Tip 1: Do not feed your dog with low-quality foods

When it comes for dogs to have something to eat, they deserve foods in excellent quality. Pet owners believe that giving them high quality and nutritious dog foods could keep them healthy. Relying on this option alone is not enough. For dog owners who have limited sources of income, they can maintain their dogs healthy by giving them nutritious foods that are affordable.

 

If dog owners are broke and struggling to feed their pets, they can look for discounted dog food bags at a local supermarket. Preferably, they are aiming for dog foods that are about to expire in a few months. It will give them a good deal in maintaining their dog’s health status.

Tip 2: Make sure your dog is safe from any harm or trouble

As a dog owner, safety is the most important rule. When you’re out for work or sleeping at night, make sure that your dog stays at home by locking all doors. If you have troubles to control your dog, put a leash or in a cage. In case you want to go out with your dog, make sure that you put a leash and never let go of it. Never leave your dog alone while roaming around the public places to avoid causing trouble.

Tip 3: Do some basic care for your dog

There is no need for a dog owner to spend his or her money for pet grooming. Spending money for pet grooming alone could spell some trouble in your finances, especially if you are broke or having a limited income source. Dog owners can do this by themselves without putting their pet at risk.

 

To keep your pet healthy while on a limited budget, you can brush his fur and teeth on a regular basis. Not only that, you can ask a veterinary near you on how to trim your dog’s nails and check his paws every week. In addition to that, check his ears and clean it when it’s dirty. Make sure that your dog takes a bath for at least once a week to make him clean and smooth.  If you have troubles in doing any of these, Youtube videos about pet care can help you get things going.

Tip 4: Play with your dog from time to time

As a pet owner, try to find some time to play with your dog. Your dog is excited and happy every time you come home or coming out from your room. Do not ignore him if he wants to play with you. Give time to make him happy by playing for a little while. Not only it will keep your dog healthy, but it will also relieve you of any signs of stress or pressure from work.

Tip 5: Find a low-cost vet care for your dog

Even that there are many veterinarian centers or animal hospitals near you, take your time to choose the one who is budget-friendly or low-cost. You can use a telephone directory or ask help from your neighbors and friends to contact a local veterinarian who is cheap and affordable. Your local vet could help you find generic medication for your dog that is budget-friendly and efficient. Aside from that, try to see if their rate for getting your pet vaccinated is good enough for your budget.

 

About the Author: Jeff Caceres is a freelance blogger who loves dogs. He and his family currently own four fluffy house dogs and three guard dogs. He loves to share tips, stories, pictures and videos on living his life with his lovable dogs. You can check out his dog website for more stories from different dog owners around the world.