Due to the development of the Internet, all kinds of information are flying all over the sky. We obtain information faster, but it is difficult for us to judge whether it is right or wrong. In order to avoid confusion among novice dog parents, the editor has compiled a few common mistakes in daily life to share with you, hoping to bring some help and correction to all dog parents. I also hope that all dog friends will actively add others, and they will be added after the editor’s investigation and confirmation.

Wrong: You don’t need to blow-dry your dog when you bathe it, just dry it naturally when the weather is hot

Yes: The dog must be dried after bathing. This can protect the hair follicles and dry skin from causing skin diseases.

Wrong: Bath your dog frequently. If you find the dog has itching or other problems, wash it more frequently.

Yes: Just take a bath once every 1-2 weeks. Human skin is acidic, while dog skin is neutral, completely different in structure and texture from human skin, and much thinner than human skin. Frequent bathing will destroy the protective layer of hair and easily cause a variety of skin diseases.

Wrong: The dog is the most beloved dog in the family. We feed him whatever we eat

Right: The nutritional content of human food does not fully meet the growth needs of dogs, and many delicious foods from humans are harmful to dogs. If a dog waits for its owner's food at the dinner table, it will develop bad habits and affect its normal diet.

Wrong: Human toiletries are so effective, they must also be suitable for dogs

Right: The pH of human and dog skin is different. Human toiletries can cause dryness, aging and hair loss of dogs’ skin. Excessive time can cause a variety of skin diseases. Use pet-specific shampoo when bathing your dog to avoid the occurrence of skin diseases.

Wrong: Animal liver is rich in nutrients, and dogs also like to eat it. Just let them eat as much as they can

Yes: Liver contains a variety of nutrients, and its unique fishy smell is loved by dogs and cats. However, eating liver for a long time can lead to obesity, skin itching, vitamin A poisoning, calcium deficiency, bleeding, and postpartum convulsions, which is very dangerous.

Wrong: My dog ​​is the most well-behaved. If I don’t take it out, it can hold its urine for a long time

Yes: It is a dog's nature not to excrete within its own range of activities, but this does not mean it is good for its health. She should be trained to develop the habit of defecating in the bathroom, or given enough opportunities to go out to defecate. Adult dogs should not hold in their urine for more than 10 hours. Holding in their urine for a long time will cause a variety of diseases of the urinary system and bring great pain to the dog.

Wrong: My dog ​​often chews big stick bones and drinks bone soup, so he is definitely not lacking in calcium

Right: The main component of bone broth is bone marrow, and the main component of bone marrow is fat. And eating bones does not guarantee good absorption. Puppies cannot digest bones. Calcium deficiency in adult dogs manifests as irritability, hot flashes, easy fractures, and laziness in exercise. Calcium supplements can usually be obtained with calcium powder, calcium flakes or even calcium injections. It is best to follow the advice of your doctor.

Wrong: Pet hospitals are all scammers. You can find some human medicine to treat your dog at home.

Right: The bodies of dogs and humans are very different, and many human panaceas can cause allergies in dogs. Different breeds of dogs have different physiques and individual differences, and the dosage is difficult to control. Symptoms observed by laypeople are often inaccurate or superficial, and unauthorized use of medication is extremely risky. You should find a reliable hospital for diagnosis and symptomatic treatment.

Wrong: Let dogs fall in love freely, and giving birth is a sign of love and respect for them

Right: In a loose environment, if dogs are allowed to breed blindly, the happiness of the dog babies cannot be guaranteed. The personality and size of the puppies born after the mother freely chooses a mate are difficult to predict. After mating dogs of different sizes, the mother may be at risk of dystocia due to an oversized fetus.

Wrong: Don’t let your dog eat enough when he is a child, so as not to grow too big and appear uninteresting or unable to get a household registration

Yes: The body size is determined by the breed. A dog that does not eat enough will not stop growing. Instead, it will suffer from malnutrition, reduced resistance, and disease-ridden diseases, which may even be life-threatening. Puppies should eat small meals frequently. If they do not get the necessary nutrients during the most important period of development, the dog will be sick and weak throughout its life.