Friday, May 15, 2015

Helpful Products For Blind Dogs And Helpful Care Hints

By Tammie Caldwell


A blind dog can still lead a happy life. There are many products for blind dogs that help them to do just that. It is important that you treat your pet just as you always did. If you treat your canine like he or she is fine, they will adjust. If you treat your canine differently, and feel sorry for the dog, the dog will pick up on your sadness and it will be bad for the canine.

Often the very best way to help your pet is to treat it as you would a dog who could see. Do not be too concerned about him walking into things. A canine has a very could recall memory. The home is likely memorized enough that he can navigate it quite well. The backyard as well. People might not even realize that the dog has lost its vision, because it can navigate so well.

A medical alert tag is one product that you should get for your pooch. Place it on his or her collar. This is in case your pet ever gets away and gets lost. Anyone who finds your animal will instantly know that the dog is blind when they read the tag. They will then be better able to help it and hopefully get it back to you quickly.

Walking into walls, or furniture can cause injury, it can also be quite scary and sad for everyone around to see. A special harness with a hoop attached is one way to prevent this. The hoop is kept out in front of the animal so that it hits any objects in the way before the dog's head does. As the hoop comes in contact with something, the animal knows to stop heading in that direction.

The scent of a dog is amazing. They can smell things in the air that humans are clueless about. For this reason using scented markers can help your pup find dishes, her bed, and another other items that she must get to. They work well and they are reusable. They can be easily freshened up each month for continued use.

A special leash can help both you and the dog. There are leashes designed to help you, help your dog navigate through the home, yard, or anywhere. If you dog needs some help, put this short leash on him or her and steer him in the right direction.

As mentioned, your dog will not likely need help navigating through their own home. That is, unless you rearrange the furnishings. This can be very difficult for a blind dog. It is best to avoid moving your furniture, or the dogs bed and other items.

Keep in mind that your pooch can and will have a very good life with your help. Buy helpful products, give him love and attention, and most importantly treat him as you always did. Go for walks, play games, and spend lazy mornings lounging on the couch together.




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