WHAT’S HAPPENING TOMORROW? Proper Pet Care

DOG CARE PRACTICES Types of Food Dry Semi-moist Canned

DOG CARE PRACTICES Types of Dog Food Dry Foods- 10% moisture Corn, Soybean meal, meat, bone meal Nutrient Composition 23% protein 9% fat 6% fiber

DOG CARE PRACTICES Types of Dog Food Semi-Moist- 30% moisture Corn, meat by-products, soybean meal, corn syrup Nutrient Composition 25% protein 9% fat 4% fiber

DOG CARE PRACTICES Types of Dog Food Canned- 75% moisture Ration-type: Barley, meat by-products, wheat grain, soy flour Meat type: meat by-products, meat, poultry, soy flour Nutrient Composition Ration type: 30% protein, 16% fat, 8% fiber Meat type: 44% protein, 32% fat, 4% fiber

FEEDING DOGS Rations Pregnant and Lactating Females Amount increases as her weight increases 35-50% more food than before Should be fed three to four evenly spaced meals After birth: 2-3 times as much food 3-4 meals per day

DOG CARE PRACTICES General Care Weaning Begins at 3 weeks of age Can be done gradually Should be completed at 6 weeks of age Feeding Puppies Special puppy formulas High in protein

DOG CARE PRACTICES General Care Feeding Older Dogs Metabolism slows= need for calories decreases Should receive smaller meals- easier to digest Several times a day

DOG CARE PRACTICES

Exercise Amount of exercise varies according to: Size of animal Age Breed What the dog is being used for Even small apartment dogs should be allowed some freedom to move around and exercise

DOG CARE PRACTICES Exercise Guidelines Do not exercise within 2 hours of large meal Physical examination Condition dog before strenuous exercise Watch for signs of fatiuge

CAT CARE PRACTICES Feeding Cats are true carnivores Require almost twice as much protein in diet as dogs Diet 30-40% of diet should be animal-type proteins About 10% fat Do not feed cats Dog Food

CAT CARE PRACTICES Exercise Varies depending on breed and where its home is Indoor cats should be furnished with toys, cardboard tubes, or other play equipment to provide exercise

CAT CARE PRACTICES General Cat Care Clean litter box Scratching post Cats scratch to sharpen claws and remove loose scales Hair care Cats fur usually sheds in spring and fall Long-haired cats should receive daily care

TOMORROW’S AGENDA…. Choosing Your Pet

CHOOSING THE PET FOR YOU Keep in mind all that we have talked about so far!!! Nutrition Anatomy/Physiology Breeds Housing General Care