Have you ever been to a dog show and seen all those beautiful, energetic, healthy dogs? You may have wondered, what were dog owners doing right to have those cute pets? Well, the answer is that they take very good care of them. And that is the secret of a healthy dog.

1. Give your pet the proper nutrition.

A good diet will always be the main key to your dog’s health. If you’re a first-time dog owner, start researching which foods are safe and also which are dangerous for your pet. You can always cook your own dog food. This way you can ensure that it is safe and good to eat. However, not all of us have the time to do so, so your next best bet would be commercial dog food in the supermarket aisles or at the pet store. Just do some research on this as well to find out which brands are the best. Additionally, there is a growing number of dog owners who are giving their dogs vegan diets. They claim that this is why their pets are more lively and energetic than ever.

2. Give your dog a chance to get some exercise.

Exercise is another factor that contributes to having a healthy dog. Just half an hour or an hour of exercise should be enough, and you don’t have to do it every day. Just a couple of times a week would be enough. And it also depends on your dog’s breed when it comes to the amount of exercise time he needs. For dogs like the terrier type, you may need a larger area for him to run around in and also give him about an hour to fully exercise. For smaller toy dogs, just walk them around your neighborhood for 15 minutes and they should be fine.

3. Periodic visits to the veterinarian.

Your dog’s vet should be able to check your dog regularly. This is to better monitor your pet’s health so the doctor can quickly see if there are any potential health issues. He could then give the best preventative treatments or medications to help keep your dog healthy.