Bringing a dog or puppy into your family is a huge decision, and here are some things about man’s best four-legged friend that are sure to be of interest to children (and some adults):
- 1. An adult dog has 42 teeth.
- 2. A dog’s sense of smell is more than 1 million times stronger than that of a person.
- 3. More than 1 in 3 families in the United States owns a dog.
- 4. Spaying or neutering your dog can help prevent certain types of cancer.
- 5. If never spayed or neutered, a pair of dogs can produce 66,000 puppies in 6 years.
- 6. A dog’s sense of hearing is more than 10 times more accurate than that of a person.
- 7. The average dog can run about 19 miles per hour at full speed.
- 8. Dogs are mentioned 14 times in the Bible.
- 9. A dog’s nose print is one of a kind, very similar to a person’s fingerprint.
- 10. The average body temperature for a dog is 101.2.
- 11. With an average lifespan of just over 11 years, the typical dog costs $13,500.
- 12. The only sweat glands a dog has are between its toes.
- 13. Dogs are omnivorous; they need to eat more than just meat.
- 14. Dogs have twice as many ear muscles as people.
- 15. Dogs will be submissive to anyone they feel is higher up in the pack.
- 16. People have been keeping dogs for pets for 12,000 years.
- 17. A female dog carries her puppies for about 60 days before they are born.
- 18. It is a myth dogs are color blind; they actually see color, just not as vividly as a person.
- 19. Obesity is the number-one health problem in dogs.
- 20. Seventy percent of people sign their pets name on greeting/holiday cards.
Basic care for your cat or dog is easy to provide once you know exactly what works for them. At ABCDE Animal Veterinary Clinic, we always promote pet wellness, which begins at the home. We also understand that for some pet owners, especially first time pet owners, the process of providing the correct care for your furry little friend can be an overwhelming and confusing time. That is why we provide our patients with pet education–so that you are always in the loop about the most important things you can do to keep your pet healthy and happy.
Here are some of the most important things you can do for pet care and wellness:
- Exercise: The most important part of wellness for your pet begins with keeping them active, healthy, and happy! When your pet is getting regular exercise, overall health skyrockets–maintaining a healthy weight prevents extreme health risks such as cancer, arthritis, and obesity.
- Diet: Much like exercise, diet plays a vital role in your pet’s mood, weight, health, and overall wellness. We can advise you the best treatment plan for your pet with a free examination.
- Check Ups: Last, but certainly not least, providing your beloved furry companion with regular checks with a trusted veterinary clinic like ABCDE Animal Park Veterinary Clinic, is the sure-fire way of keeping your pet healthy and happy.
This is just the beginning for your pet’s care, so for more information and specialized treatment, contact us at (561) 622-7370 today to speak to a member of our wonderful staff today.