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2015 Resolutions to Keep Your Pet Healthy

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When making New Year Resolutions for yourself, keep your pet in mind too. Here are some things you can do to give your pet a happier, healthier, longer life.

Don’t overfeed your pet. Obesity leads to many diseases. Feed your pet a species appropriate food of high (human) quality.

Exercise your pet according to his/her physical abilities. Spend more time playing with your pet as part of an exercise regimen.

Take your pet for yearly or bi-annual checkups at the vet.

Groom your pet regularly. Brush his/her teeth daily or at least 3 times weekly.

Give your pet mental stimulation by adding new toys and tricks and reinforce training.

Wishing you and your pet a Happy, Healthy New Year.

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