No matter what kind of pet you raise, we believe everyone can take good care of their own pets, but today we are talking about how to become a qualified pet owner. Some friends may say, I raise a dog, and I will definitely make sure it eats well and has a good place to live, unlike the stray dogs on the street. Indeed, this friend has fulfilled the responsibility of a pet owner, but to become a qualified pet owner is far more than that. Today, the editor of Boqi.com will talk about the conditions a qualified pet owner should have. Let’s take a look together below.

1. Take your dog out for two “long” walks every day. “Long” means about thirty minutes of walking. Not only does the dog need exercise, but you as the owner also need to exercise. This is a good habit for both you and your dog. However, if you have a small or young dog, the frequency and duration of walks should gradually increase, and should not start with long-distance exercise. It’s even better if you have a bigger yard where you can play frisbee games with your dog.

2. When the dog is still young, train it with basic commands or take it to a pet training class. Just like you should groom your dog yourself as mentioned above, training your dog personally can deepen your bond. Common basic commands include “sit,” “stop,” “get down,” “run fast,” etc. You also need to know the correct way to walk your dog, such as understanding how to prevent it from pulling the leash during walks. These commands can be found in the dog training section. Training also helps you learn to better control your dog's behavior.

3. Teach your dog how to socialize with other dogs through social interaction. If you have another dog, you can introduce the new dog to it, for example, saying “you are best friends.” Use food or petting to help calm them down slowly. When making friends with unfamiliar dogs, allow your dog to sniff the other dog's rear, as it is their way of getting acquainted. You can inform the other dog's owner about this, and keep hold of the leash to prevent any unwanted attacks if they do not want to be friends.

4. Learn to groom your dog yourself. Activities like bathing, trimming nails, and brushing fur are valuable moments to build deep bonds with your dog. If you take your dog to a pet groomer, you lose the opportunity to build this relationship. Grooming your dog should be a basic daily task, with at least two baths per month. Your dog may initially be reluctant to bathe, but gradually it will come to enjoy it. With patience, you will find bathing your dog a joyful experience. More grooming knowledge can be found in the Boqi.com dog grooming section.

5. Equip your dog with an identification tag. It should indicate the dog's name, your phone number, and your residence so that in case your dog is lost, kind people can contact you. Making a dog tag costs very little money.

6. Always reward or praise your puppy when it does the right thing. Give it some treats, pet it, or say in an excited tone, “Good boy! You are awesome!”

From this article, everyone should now know what conditions a qualified pet owner should meet. The editor reminds you to be patient with your dog. If the dog makes a mistake, do not hit or scold it, because dogs also have feelings and need love.