Animal Hospital Tips on Pet Nutrition & Wellness

You love your pet and you want to keep them happy and healthy for the rest of their lives. Although many pets will not suffer any dire medical emergencies throughout their lives, you still need to pay special attention to their lifestyle if you want to preserve their wellness.
The expert veterinarian staff at Petroglyph Animal Hospital Albuquerque wants to help you keep your pet as healthy as can be, that’s why we’ve gathered tips concerning the three most important aspects of their daily lives: nutrition, exercise, and wellness.
Tips for Proper Pet Nutrition
The health of your pet is directly related to their level of nutrition. Keep their digestive system healthy with these tips:
●        Do not suddenly switch them to another food without veterinarian discretion. This could upset their stomach and make them sick. If you need to change the brand of your dog or cat’s food, do it gradually. Mix a little new food in the with old and repeat this process until you transition over to the new food.
●        Do not give your pet food scraps. Even though you want to reward your pet with a treat from your plate, this could be unhealthy for their digestive health. Giving them extra food without tracking it can cause them to become obese.
●        Add vegetables to their diet. Cats and dogs can both have small amounts of certain vegetables added to their food.
Tips for Proper Pet Exercise
Equally important to nutrition is physical activity. Keep them moving with these tips:
●        Always consult your vet before starting your pet on an exercise program.
●        Do not let your pet play outside when temperatures are severe.
●        Stop playing or exercising with your pet if they have difficulty breathing.
●        Make sure your pet gets enough rest and water during their playtime or exercise.
Tips for Proper Pet Wellness
Our #1 tip for pet wellness? Schedule wellness checkups with your veterinarian.
Many animals do not show signs of injury or discomfort until their bodies are experiencing significant pain. Scheduling regular wellness checkups once or twice a year allows a trained veterinarian to assess your pet’s overall health and provide preventative care.
For more tips on pet health and wellness, call the animal hospital Albuquerque residents trust – Petroglyph Animal Hospital.
Location: 6633 Caminito Coors NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120, USA

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  1. CulverNealOctober 29, 2019 at 12:23 AM

    Great post. We were just asking our Animal Hospital in Kamloops the other day about ways we could help out.

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