{"id":2543,"date":"2020-04-20T04:19:06","date_gmt":"2020-04-20T04:19:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/?p=2543"},"modified":"2020-04-20T04:19:06","modified_gmt":"2020-04-20T04:19:06","slug":"making-your-home-a-safe-and-healthy-space-for-your-pet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/making-your-home-a-safe-and-healthy-space-for-your-pet\/","title":{"rendered":"Making Your Home a Safe and Healthy Space for Your Pet"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2544\" src=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"892\" height=\"446\" srcset=\"http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases.jpg 892w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases-300x150.jpg 300w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases-768x384.jpg 768w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases-170x85.jpg 170w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases-370x185.jpg 370w, http:\/\/canadavetexpress.improvepetcare.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/CVE-Tick-Borne-Diseases-780x390.jpg 780w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><\/a>In these testing times where we\u2019re confined to our homes, it\u2019s vital to keep a check on your pet\u2019s health. Dogs are curious at heart thus they love exploring new places, so it could be difficult to keep them at home. However, for your safety and theirs, it\u2019s c crucial to keep your pet\u2019s indoors. So, to make it easier for pet parents, we have compiled a list of things that you can do to keep your pet engaged and happy indoors.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Encourage Indoor Activities<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Since you\u2019re staying at home for some time, it\u2019s best if you inculcate a habit of playing indoor activities with your pooch. If you have a backyard, then there won\u2019t be an issue as your dog will have the freedom of walking around. However, for pet parents who live in apartments, it\u2019s vital to pay attention to the dog during this time. Get some of his favorite toys and have a play date with your pooch. Or, you can also get some interactive toys for your doggo as it will keep him busy for hours and also provide much-needed exercise.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Regularly Vacuum the House<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The changing season alarms danger of increasing diseases so it\u2019s imperative to keep your house clean all the time. In fact, cleaning is not limited to just vacuuming your house. During this time, you must also sanitize the objects that your dog is prone to chewing and grabbing. From his chew toys to play things, everything should be sanitized so your dog doesn\u2019t ingest anything harmful accidentally.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Stock Up on Dog Food and Treats<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Since you are going to spend a lot of time indoors, it\u2019s essential to stock up on your dog\u2019s favorite food and treats. It is possible that your pooch might get mood swings when kept indoors for a stretch of time, so you can entertain him with his favorite treats and keep him distracted. Therefore, now\u2019s the right time to stock up on pet care essential if you haven\u2019t done that already.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Pay Attention to Dogs Mental Health<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Your furry baby might not be used to staying in such enclosed space for a longer duration. As a result, it might build up anxiety in him. Hence, as a responsible pet parent, you must keep a check on his behavior and actions. If he\u2019s acting grumpy, lethargic or doesn\u2019t show interest in activities, you must consult the vet. For such situations, it\u2019s advised to keep product such as <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canadavetexpress.com\/homeopathic-anxiety-treatment\/anxiety-tfln-for-dogs-and-cats-for-dogs\/p348.aspx?utm_source=intblog&amp;utm_medium=seo&amp;utm_campaign=txt-making-your-home-a-safe-and-healthy-space-for-your-pet\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Anxiety TFLN <\/strong><\/a>to keep your buddy calm and composed.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Ensure You have all the Preventive Treatments<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Preventive treatments are of utmost importance, especially in this time where summer is approaching, which means flea season. You don\u2019t want your buddy to get irritated from itching and scratching caused by these vicious parasites. Therefore, keep a stock of flea and tick treatments and worming treatments to keep your doggo protected from the parasites!<\/p>\n<p>We are all struggling and trying to remain optimistic in this global crisis. It\u2019s time like this when we need to pay extra heed to our pet\u2019s needs so they don\u2019t feel left out. Spend some quality time with your Fido, make pleasant memories, as this too shall pass. One day, you\u2019ll look back at this, so ensure you have fond memories to look at!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In these testing times where we\u2019re confined to our homes, it\u2019s vital to keep a check on your pet\u2019s health. Dogs are curious at heart thus they love exploring new places, so it could be difficult to keep them at home. However, for your safety and theirs, it\u2019s c crucial to keep your pet\u2019s indoors. 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