In fact, most dog owners will ignore some common sense questions. Sometimes you will feel that these questions do not seem to be of much use, but they can play a very important role in the process of raising a dog. Because of the common sense questions A lack of understanding will cause the owner to panic, so the owner still needs to know more about common sense knowledge.

(A corgi with its tail docked)

1. It is not necessary to cut the ears and tails of dogs

In fact, it is not necessary for many people to cut the ears and tails of dogs. In the past, many dogs (such as Corgis) were used to herd cattle, and many were used to help hunters hunt. Because the tail that is too long behind the dog will affect The tail is docked for work, and the ears are cut for competition. For example, some Huskies are born with soft ears that cannot stand up, and some owners will help them stand up. In fact, it is not necessary if they are raised at home.

2. Pay attention to cleaning the clothes worn by dogs

In the cold winter, many owners don’t forget to put on all kinds of cute little clothes for their pets after putting on their own down jackets. However, if the clothes are not washed frequently, it is easy to cause bacterial and parasitic infections, so when giving them Remember to clean your dog's clothes regularly after wearing them.

3. If your dog doesn’t like walking, the collar may be too tight

In fact, most dogs are lively by nature and like to go out and play with their owners. However, dogs will become very scared when they are tightly restrained by collars and leashes when going for a walk. At this time, you can remove the traction rope indoors, loosen the collar a little, it is better if you can easily insert a finger, and then let the dog get used to it before taking it out to play.

4. Newborn puppies will not defecate

In fact, puppies about three weeks after birth do not know how to control their own excretory organs. The female dog will stimulate their excretory organs by licking the puppies' groin and anus with her tongue, so that feces can be discharged. The owner can also use a moist cotton cloth to wipe the anus to stimulate defecation.

5. Dogs can also get motion sickness

In fact, not all dogs get carsick. Some dogs don’t get carsick and like to ride in cars. If the owner needs to take the dog on a trip during the Spring Festival holiday, it is best to let the dog adapt to the environment in the car first. The main reason why dogs get carsick is because they cannot maintain balance, so you can prepare a cage for the dog and place it in the back seat of the car, not in the passenger seat, otherwise it will affect the owner when the dog is frightened or excited.