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If you ask dog owners, a vast majority of them (if not everyone) will tell you that there's nothing better than coming home to their fur babies who start wagging their tales as soon as they notice that their owners arrived.

That’s how joyful life can be when you have a doggo in your life. These wonderful animals deserve all the best things in life because they love us unconditionally and are extremely devoted to us.

Therefore, it’s completely logical if you want to ensure they have a long and happy life that’s filled with precious moments. If you want your fur buddy to live the best possible life, then these are the things that you must do.

Physical Activity As A Must

Although every canine owner is aware of this fact, it doesn't hurt to remind you, in case you're a first-time owner. Physical activity is generally very important for every living being, including dogs.

You can opt for any type of physical activity, depending on your lifestyle and the demands of your dog. For instance, there are dogs that are not too fond of any form of exercise or physical activity.

In these types of situations, taking a walk with them is the best solution. On the other hand, there are high-energy dogs that cannot stand still for a single second, which means that running or hiking may be the only option for them.

But the point is that every doggo must stay active, depending on the breed you have. Larger breeds generally require more physical activity in comparison to smaller ones. Besides being beneficial for their physical health, walking is a great mental stimulation as well. If you have a large backyard and your dog will spend a lot of time out there, consider creating a space for it with a section of artificial turf. That way you can keep your yard looking good.

That's because they get the chance to enjoy various different sounds, sights, and smells, and, concurrently, meet other dogs, and animals in general. Just don’t forget to always have a poop bag when going outside!

Don’t Forget Tear Stains!

Although this may not be something that’s going to ruin your canine’s life, you should definitely find a solution that’s going to help him eliminate them. But before we further dive into it, let’s first uncover the main cause of tear staining in dogs.

The most common cause of it is excessive tear production, which is also known as epiphora. Besides that, there are various other factors that may lead to this, such as cuts and bruises, bacterial eye infections, eye inflammation, and many others.

Luckily, in most cases, this is nothing to worry about, however, if you would like to prevent this from happening or at least lower the chances, then there are some things that you can take into consideration. For starters, there are lots of excellent remedies that are intended for dog tear stains that you can buy that offer phenomenal protection against this problem. Another thing that you can do is to make sure that the hair around your pup’s eyes and nose isn’t too long and, above everything, that your pup’s face is regularly cleaned.

Good Behavior Deserves To Be Noticed

There’s no need to remind you how attached dogs can be to their owners. They literally worship them, hence it’s up to you to do whatever you can to reciprocate, and, at the same time, maintain a wonderful relationship with your furry companion.

There are two ways you can do that, physical and verbal. Both of them are going to show your pet how much you adore them. Bear in mind that most dogs are generally social butterflies. They love being with their humans, and other animals too.

Therefore, if you make it a habit to reward them whenever they do something good, then they are going to love spending time with you even more and will be a lot more obedient. Unfortunately, for unknown reasons, people forget to praise their dogs whenever they behave well, which isn’t a good thing because precisely something like this is going to strengthen the bond the two of you have.

Playtime, Playtime, Playtime

As concluded previously, dogs are generally massive social butterflies who love being with other people and animals, which is why you should always strive to provide them with as much playtime as you can.

Now, there are dogs that love playing solely with their owners, not as much with other dogs, hence, if that’s the case with yours then you should think of various ways you can spice up and increase your playtime.

For instance, one of the best things that you can do is to play either hide-and-seek, or game of chase, or why not, even both. These are activities that your fur buddy is going to adore! Of course, if you want to further jazz things up then you can always bring some toys too! 

Combining them with any form of physical activity is going to ensure you have the best playdate ever!

Prioritize Training

Training is something that must always be prioritized. There are a lot of pet owners who think that they shouldn't focus on it any longer as soon as their pet learns the basic commands, like lying down, sitting, and others.

Even though it’s great that your doggo knows all of these things, what you need to remember is that training is a never-ending process that will always amuse your dog, and, at the same time, be a great stimulant for him.

Keep in mind that most canines adore learning new commands. That’s something they perceive as entertaining, particularly, if their owners utilize positive reinforcement to explain them new behaviors. 

Another reason why training is so highly beneficial is because it’s going to help your pup understand what you are expecting of him, which will simultaneously, lower their confusion and make them feel a lot more confident.

The Importance Of Good Nutrition

Just like every other being, your dog deserves to be provided with the proper nutrition, which means that they need to have healthy and balanced foods.

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There are a lot of things that you can do that are going to make your fur buddy extremely happy and healthy, and, concurrently, cater to their needs. Every single one of these tips that were provided today is going to help you accomplish that.