Lack of experience or irresponsibility is to blame, but quite often dogs develop health problems due to the fault of their owners.
They concern not so much training and feeding, but the most ordinary things.
The head of the Russian Cynological Federation, Vladimir Golubev, spoke about the mistakes that should not be repeated in an interview with Veterinary Science and Life.
Short haircut
Short hair is easier for a person to care for, but in hot weather it is the hair that protects the dog from overheating in the sun. At the same time, the risk of burns, heat stroke, and illnesses during cold weather increases.
Trimming claws
The specialist advises paying attention to this issue once every few months. If the dog often walks outside on a hard surface, the claws can wear down on their own.
But if they are not trimmed, the claws may grow in, break off and become inflamed after they grow.
Care products
Even more often, people make the mistake of not buying grooming products, believing that if an expensive, high-quality shampoo works for them, then it will also be good for the dog.
But human shampoos have a different effect on the skin and fur of animals due to the difference in pH balance.
A single application will not cause serious harm, but with constant use the dog's body will become weakened and vulnerable to "viruses, bacteria, fungi and ectoparasites."
Previously we talked about how to choose a pet for a child .
