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One of the most important changes we can make to improve our health is to increase or levels of physical activity and to lose weight. Making changes to our lifestyle can seem daunting at first, and it is a big commitment. Experts often recommend having a friend to partner you in your exercise regime, so that you can motivate each other. But a friend is prone to temptation just like you are. Their warm cosy bed can easily be too much to resist and your exercise regime may quickly disappear. I suggest you go one better, what could be better than an exercise partner who always wants to work out? A dog.

You can easily combine your health with pet health. Those of you who already have a dog should be walking him every day anyway. But there is always scope to do more. It’s easy to fall into the trap of a short walk morning and night, but what else could you do. We’re lucky in Britain that even in the cities we’re never really that far from a park or some countryside. There are so many super places for dog walks. The countryside is more inspiring than the number 30 bus route.

Both you and your dog will feel great after country walks. Exercise improves the mood of both people and animals. It could also help you shift those awkward few pounds. It’s also a great way to enjoy your dog’s company; and your family’s if they join you, or to get some peace and quiet. Another advantage is that days out walking your dog won’t cost you a penny.

Pet health and your health are so very important. So is your bond with your pet. I can’t think of a better way to take care of each other than to exercise together.

For people who have pets, they’re a part of the family. Because of this, pet health care should be as important to us as our own health care. Because vet bills can be costly, it’s important to take on some simple advice to keep your pet healthy and avoid illness in later life.

It’s important to vaccinate large pets such as cats and dogs. Although this is expensive, it cannot be forgotten. In the long run though, vaccination saves money by protecting against life threatening conditions.

Cats and dogs should also be wormed and treated for fleas and ticks. Preventing these pests might seem expensive, but prevention is better than cure.

Promoting your animal’s happiness and comfort is also a great contributor to pet health care. All pets should have an appropriate place to sleep. Cats might sleep in a variety of different places in the house. But dogs should have a warm bed. Also, smaller pets like hamsters and rabbits need a warm place with the appropriate material. Although hamster bedding can be bought in pet shops, they are just as happy with shredded paper.

The food your pet eats will also have an impact on their health. Although it may sound like a joke, pet obesity is a big problem, so their food needs careful consideration. Cats love milk but it can be bad for them, so give it to them as a treat only. It is very easy to get accustomed to feeding your dog food intended for people at the table. A little of this is ok, but remember when he’s at the table begging for food that he also has dog food to eat, so not to give him too much. Rabbits will appreciate a variety of fresh vegetables.

Exercise also plays a role in preventing pet obesity. Even small hamsters need to be able to run about, so you should give them the biggest cage you can. Hamsters should be taken out of their cage to exercise; the plastic balls you can buy in pet shops are great for them. Watch out though, as hamsters are great escape artists. Cats can be relied upon to get their exercise themselves, but it’s worth using toys to keep them active. Some more pampered cats might not be keen to go outside, especially in the Winter, but it is for their own good to give them some gentle encouragement to spend time outdoors. Since most dogs love walking, they are the easiest pet to exercise. It’s important to give your dog the right amount of exercise as too much can be bad for him. Generally, you can assume the bigger the dog, the longer his walk should be.

These simple rules will create a healthy lifestyle  for your pet. You should always take your pet for an annual check up with the vet, but giving your pet a healthy life is vital to your pet health care regime. Following this advice could save you a lot of money, and more importantly, heartache by saving your animal from becoming unwell in the first place.