{"id":439,"date":"2021-08-31T18:00:25","date_gmt":"2021-08-31T18:00:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/?p=439"},"modified":"2021-08-31T18:00:25","modified_gmt":"2021-08-31T18:00:25","slug":"september-2021-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.secondhomepetresort.com\/blog\/september-2021-newsletter\/","title":{"rendered":"September 2021 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"

How to Get Your Pet Used to Boarding for Long Trips<\/a>
\nDog Parks: They Can Be Fun, But Be Aware to Keep Your Dog Safe <\/a>
\nHow Often Should You Get Your Dog Groomed?<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nHow to Get Your Pet Used to Boarding for Long Trips<\/strong>
\nIf you\u2019re going on a long trip and have decided to board your dog, you can prepare your pet beforehand. Planning is your best friend when it comes to boarding your dog.<\/p>\n

First, be sure your pet will be in good hands by researching boarding facilities.<\/p>\n

According to the article, \u201cDoggy Daycare and Pet Boarding Do\u2019s and Don\u2019ts\u201d at be.chewy.com, that means \u201ccalling up each pet boarding facility and asking lots of questions about their services and what your pet\u2019s itinerary will be like during their stay.\u201d Check facilities offering doggie daycare for high-energy dogs. Tour facilities you are considering and meet the staff.<\/p>\n

Ensure your pet is up to date on vaccinations and speak with staff before boarding, as \u201cit is still essential to go over your pet\u2019s food, medications and any behavior quirks that your pet may have.\u201d<\/p>\n

First-time boarders \u201cmight consider short, overnight stays at the kennel prior to an extended boarding stay to help him or her get used to boarding,\u201d according to the article, \u201cBoarding Your Dog (and Cat)\u201d at PetMD.com.<\/p>\n

Our pets are very in tune with our emotions, so try not to make the goodbye too emotional. \u201cYour pets can be made to feel unnecessarily anxious about the kennel visit if they are subjected to this kind of dramatic display,\u201d the PetMD article said.<\/p>\n

Leave an item that reminds your pet of you or home, such as a special blanket. You can also \u201cbring them a T-shirt or towel that smells like you and their home,\u201d the be.chewy.com article said. \u201cThese comfy items will give them something to cuddle at night, and they have a familiar scent to ease their stay in a new place.\u201d<\/p>\n

For information on boarding your dog or cat at Second Home Pet Resort, click here.<\/p>\n

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\nDog Parks: They Can Be Fun, But Be Aware to Keep Your Dog Safe<\/strong>
\nDog parks continue to pop up across the country wherever there are dogs and people who love them. While they are great for many dogs and their people, there are things to keep in mind to protect your dog.<\/p>\n

Safety tips are important when you take your dog to the dog park, according to the article, \u201cDog Park Safety: 6 Tips for Pet Parents\u201d at PetMD.com. They are:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tEnsure your dog has all her vaccinations. This will protect your dog from \u201ctransferable diseases.\u201d
\n\u2022\tVisit dog parks with different play areas for large and smaller dogs. Place your dog in the area that suits her size. This can prevent dangerous situations and injuries.
\n\u2022\tIt\u2019s best to keep unvaccinated puppies who need socialization away from dog parks.
\n\u2022\tYour dog should know basic training commands especially \u201ccome,\u201d and she should respond automatically.
\n\u2022\tCheck for trash. The dog park should be clean and free of things that can be dangerous to your dog.
\n\u2022\tWatch your dog closely. A bad situation or dog fight could start in an instant, so it\u2019s best to pay attention to your dog.<\/p>\n

There are other important things to consider when you take your dog to the dog park, such as making sure your dog is on a leash until entering the dog park area. \u201cDo remove your dog\u2019s leash before he joins the other dogs to play,\u201d according to the article, \u201cPlay It Safe and Be Polite: Dog Park Rules You Should Never Break,\u201d at Vetstreet.com.<\/p>\n

Your dog should enter the dog park area in a calm yet orderly fashion. It\u2019s best to keep unaltered dogs out of dog parks, as that can cause a lot of conflict. And, just as your dog should have manners, show your own by cleaning up after your dog.<\/p>\n

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\nHow Often Should You Get Your Dog Groomed?<\/strong>
\nFrom long coats to short coats to fur or hair, there\u2019s so many types of dog coats. With so many, how often should you get your dog groomed?<\/p>\n

\u201cThe answer depends on what type of coat your pooch has, how much they shed, and how much brushing and bathing you are willing to do at home,\u201d according to the article, \u201cAsk A Groomer: How Often Should I Groom My Dog?\u201d at iHeartDogs.com.<\/p>\n

According to the article, the following are tips on grooming and a dog\u2019s coat type:<\/p>\n

\u2022\tShort-haired dogs need \u201cminimal brushing\u201d and an occasional bath.
\n\u2022\tDouble-coated dogs (softer undercoat and coarse top coat) should be groomed \u201cat least four times a year to help pull out the dead undercoat,\u201d the article said, adding it\u2019s a bad idea to shave these coats.
\n\u2022\tLong hair and double-coated dogs may need a trip to the groomer to cut the hair around the feet, legs, bellies and butts. These dogs can get matted easily.
\n\u2022\tSilky coated dogs have fine hair needing professional grooming at least every four to six weeks or as long as two to three months to prevent matting.
\n\u2022\tWiry-coated dogs get matted much less and can be groomed every two to three months. However, they should get the occasional bath and brush out but don\u2019t over-bathe!
\n\u2022\tDogs with curly or wavy coats are more susceptible to matting. Brush a couple times a week. See a professional groomer every four to six weeks.<\/p>\n

\u201cMost pets should have their nails trimmed every 2 to 3 weeks,\u201d according to the article, \u201cGrooming Your Pet\u201d at American Humane.<\/p>\n

If you decide to clip your dog\u2019s nails yourself, start by making sure your dog gets used to you handling his paws. Speak softly, have treats close by, and have someone nearby to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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