Need an excuse to spoil your pet? May is Pet Month!
Of course, every month—and every day—is a good time to spoil your pet with love. In the spirit of Pet Month, may we suggest a few ideas?
- Reward good behavior with a treat, and your pet is likely to continue that good behavior.
- Make a 5-10 minute play date with your pet a few times a day. You'll both benefit from a little time together.
- Bring home a present for your pet! How about a new ball? A squeaky toy? A catnip feeder or other feeding toy?
- Get a birdhouse or a bird feeder and place it near a window, and your cat will be entertained hours on end. No good window perch? An aquarium will do the trick.
- Treat your cat to a cat scratcher, to entertain your cat and help keep paws and nails healthy and trimmed.
One of the best ways to spoil your pet is to take good care of his health needs. Here are a few tips to keep in mind.
- Most pets benefit from a routine, which can help keep them healthy and happy.
- Be sure to take your pet to the vet at least annually for a check-up, and to make sure all shots are up to date.
- Brush your pet regularly to reduce hairballs, to help reduce the chance of overheating, and to provide a cleaner and healthier coat for your pet.
- Keep the water bowl full of fresh water, and make sure your pet drinks often throughout the day, to promote a healthier digestive system.
- Make sure your pet eats pet food, not human food, to avoid an upset tummy (or worse).
- A little exercise—try 3 times a day in 15-minute increments—can be an easy way to keep your pet active and alert.