Dog and Cat New Year’s Resolutions
Nicole Groshek Read Time: 2 minIt’s a new year, so naturally you want your dog or cat to have the best year ever! Here are some pet-pawsitive new year’s resolutions that will help you both make the most of the year ahead.
Make a Clean Start
If you’re not already brushing your dog or cat’s teeth every day, this is a great time to start. Good oral health is a huge part of helping your pet stay healthy for the long term.
You’ll likely need to work your way up to a daily brushing routine, and these guides can help you get started:
Make Over Mealtime
Many people decide to start eating healthier in the new year, so why not improve your dog or cat’s diet too?
As a loving pet parent, you want your dog or cat to eat high-quality food with complete and balanced nutrition. Raw pet food is closest to the ancestral diet dogs and cats ate in the wild.
Raw dog and cat food tastes incredible, helps maintain a healthy weight, and promotes a shiny coat, cleaner teeth, and better energy levels!
Learn more about the benefits of a raw diet, plus tips to help picky eaters enjoy mealtime more in the year to come:
Exercise Every Day
Dogs and cats need daily exercise just like people! Luckily, there are tons of fun and creative ways that dogs, cats and pet parents can add more activity into their lives. Of course, if you can’t make daily exercise work for your schedule, do what you can. Progress, not perfection! Get inspired by these winter activities dogs love (both indoors and outdoors) and discover even more ways to help your dog or cat enjoy more exercise in the new year.
Do a Safety Sweep
Are you feeling the urge to declutter and organize your home in the new year? If so, take the opportunity to identify things that might pose a danger to your pet so they can be kept out of reach. Many common household items and plants can pose a risk to dogs and cats. Use these guides to brush up on pet safety:
- Household items potentially toxic to cats
- Household items that can be dangerous for dogs
- Which houseplants are safe for pets (and which to avoid)
Learn Something New
Helping your dog or cat learn new things is a great way to provide mental stimulation, boost confidence, and prevent unwanted behavior that can result from boredom and frustration.
Training your dog or cat also strengthens your bond and is a great way to spend quality time together. If you haven't already mastered these basics, the new year is a great time to start:
- How to train your dog to stop barking
- Dog crate training tips
- Litter box training essentials
- Teach your cat to stop biting
Don’t forget to reward your good boy or girl for trying their very best as you work towards your new year’s goals! Our freeze-dried raw dog treats and cat treats are made with wholesome, nutritious ingredients and have an irresistible taste they’ll go wild for.
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