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Nutritious Foods for the Pets

Dominic ÖbergAnimals, Pet Foods, Pets, Pets Health

Pet food industry has seen a rapid growth in recent years, with more and more people realizing the importance of providing their pets with nutritious food. The health and wellbeing of a pet depends largely on what they eat, and it is essential to understand the nutritional requirements of different pets.

Importance of Nutritious Food for Pets

A pet’s diet should be balanced and contain all the necessary nutrients to keep them healthy and happy. 

Nutritious food for pets helps to maintain their weight, build strong bones and muscles, provide energy, improve their immune system, and keep their fur shiny. 

Poor diet can lead to health problems such as obesity, dental problems, and digestive issues.

Choosing the Right Nutritious Food for Pets

When choosing food for your pet, it is essential to consider their age, breed, size, and activity level. A balanced diet should consist of proteins, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and water. Proteins are essential for building and repairing tissues, while carbohydrates provide energy. Fats are necessary for the proper functioning of cells, and vitamins and minerals help with the overall health of the pet.

It is essential to choose food that is specifically formulated for pets, as human food may not contain the right nutrients that are required. Wet food is also an excellent option as it contains more water, which helps to keep the pet hydrated.

Home-Cooked Food for Pets

For pet owners who prefer to make their pet’s food at home, there are many recipes available that are both nutritious and delicious. Homemade food is a great option for pets with specific dietary needs or allergies.

However, it is important to consult a veterinarian before switching to a home-cooked diet, as some ingredients may be harmful to pets. To be extra careful with how you cook foods for your pets, it’s suggested to learn on which kitchen appliance to use. Luckily, planet997 got some tips available that can be used in preparing your pet’s food.

In conclusion, providing pets with nutritious food is essential for their overall health and wellbeing. It is important to understand the nutritional requirements of different pets and choose the right food, either commercially available or home-cooked. A balanced diet will help keep pets happy, healthy, and energetic.

Ways Dogs Help Us Become Better People

Dominic ÖbergAnimals, Dog and Photo, Dogs and Care, Pets

For all their cuddly cuteness and boy-or-girl best friend niceties, it’s easy to overlook the deeper meaning of having a dog in our lives. They’re just… dogs. Right? But that couldn’t be further from the truth. Having a dog has been proven time and time again to have a profound effect on human happiness, mental health, and even personal growth. So much so that there are now programs like “dog therapy” that bring these lovable canines into nursing homes and hospitals for regular visits as an aid to therapy. But why? And how does this happen? Let’s explore…

They make us more Social

One of the biggest benefits of having a dog is the effect it has on your social life.

A dog is a great excuse to invite friends over for a coffee, or for a walk around the park. This kind of interaction is invaluable to both parties. It’s a chance for friends to have some one-on-one time with you, and for you to get to know them on a deeper level. Furthermore, it is a nice way to show off your aesthetic clothing, which is a very nice topic for your conversation.

They Help Us De-Stress.

It may seem counter-intuitive, but spending time with your dog can actually help de-stress you. Studies have found that petting a dog can lower blood pressure, decrease the level of the stress hormone cortisol, and even make us less likely to cry. This could be because of the way we’re forced to slow down and focus on the present moment when we’re playing with our pets.

They Love Us Unconditionally

When we’re young, most of us get love from our parents with certain conditions and expectations attached. We may be told we have to study a certain subject at university, or that we have to get a particular job after we graduate.

As we get older we may feel like there are certain things we have to do in order to get our parents’ love and support. This can make us feel like their love isn’t unconditional – that there are strings attached. When we have a dog, however, their love is unconditional.

Making A Dog House

Abdullahi WallinAnimals, Dogs and Care, Pets

Are you looking for a nice dog house for your four-legged friend? How nice is it, if you are a little handy, to make these yourself? We tell you how you can make your own dog house!

The preparation

Before you can actually start building your dog house, it is important to pay attention to the following points:

  • The location
    Think carefully about where you want to place the dog house. Provide a shady spot if possible. It is also important that you place the dog house in such a way that your dog has an overview and can see into the garden.
  • The size
    You determine the dimensions of the dog house based on the size of your dog: large, medium, or small dog. The size of your dog is especially important for the opening. In the step-by-step plan below we start by making a dog house of 95 x 85 x 85 cm for a medium-sized dog.

The back wall

Always start by making the back wall of the dog house. You make the back wall by putting 8 profile planks of 80 cm on top of each other. Make sure the planks fit together properly. Tap each plank with a hammer. Connect the profile planks of the rear wall with 3 spruce slats. Install two slats 5 cm from the edge and 1 slat in the middle. Also, leave 4 cm free at the bottom.

A pointed roof

Draw two oblique lines on the back wall from the center to the top of the sixth shelf. Saw along these lines to create a gabled roof.

The front

You make the front in the same way as the back wall with the peaked roof (steps 1 and 2). The only difference is that the front gets an entrance. Run the arched entrance from the second through sixth planks. Keep 25 cm free on the sides. Drill a hole on the marked entrance with an 8 mm wood drill. Then, using a jigsaw, cut out the entrance to the doghouse completely from the hole. To reinforce the inside, screw a spruce batten on both sides of the entrance.

The side walls

Take the corner posts and make a mark at 10 cm from the bottom. Make side walls from 6 planks and slide them up to the line between the corner posts. Fasten each plank to the corner posts with 2 angled screws. Then slide the front and back wall into the corner posts and screw them in place.

Install end posts

An end post has a groove on one side. Provide all walls at the bottom of the dog house with an end post for a nice finish. Screw the end posts to the planks.

The bottom plate

The bottom plate is made from a plate underlayment of 76 x 86 cm. Saw out four corners of 2.5 x 5 cm from the corners. And make openings at the front and back for the spruce slats to fall into. Lower the bottom plate onto the end posts from above, then screw in.

The roof

The roof of the doghouse is made of two plates of underlayment. Screw the plates onto the angled ridge pieces. To keep it neat and symmetrical, always check that the roof protrudes just as much all around. Finish the roof with roof shingles. Finish the eaves at the front and back of the dog house with wooden corner profiles and screw them in place. After putting it all in places you can now use synthetic bristles to paint and design the house of your dog.

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