Pet adoptions are at an all-time high. Some new owners need training on pet care. Dog owners sometimes put their pet in harm’s way without realizing it.
Sophia Mitrokostas shares a few things veterinarians say to never do to a dog, including:
- No running with sticks
- Don’t use retractable leashes
- Check with vet before using a human product on a dog
- Avoid ice cubes, alcohol too
- Don’t leave dogs unattended in cars
Source: Insider, April 6, 2020. Link.
Also see: The best dog gear for your new puppy, rescue or foster dog, Forbes, April 23, 2020. Link. Larry Olmstead shares quality pet gear for new puppy and dog owners.
INSIGHTS: Share the never-do list on social media and in newsletters. Clinic teams may want to add a few items from their experiences. Olmstead’s new puppy gear list may be valuable to new pet owners as well.