Petcare : Water Requirement for Pet Dogs

When it comes to taking care of pet diet, water is the most important factor that should be taken into consideration. Along with the regular diet of the pet, you should provide it the ample supply of clean and clear water for drinking to maintain metabolism. Usually the requirement of water for a pet depends a lot on the diet that it is currently on, the type of food, environmental temperature, amount of excercise and the physiological state.

Dogs should have water supply whole day or atleast three times a day. The total water intake should be 80ml/kg of body weight and this includes the water supply through watery foods. The water requirement for the dog per Kg of body weight is 70ml/kg provided the dog is fed with dry foods.

But if you give your pet with more watery foods, or juicy items which have almost 75% of water then the water requirement will be 20ml for each Kg of body weight.

Weight Of Dog	Requirement of Water
15 Kgs	355ml
25 Kgs	709ml
35 Kgs	1093ml
45 Kgs	1448ml

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- Unknown Updated at: Saturday, December 15, 2012

Petcare : How to Make Kennel Best For Your Pet

Many vets believe that a kennel is the primary part where the dog gets its shape. The health and fitness of the dog is very much dependent on the kennel and its cleanliness. Usually there is little care taken for the kennel but if you will check few points mentioned below, it can make a great difference on how your pet behaves or how its health goes on.

A Sample of a shelter that you can provide to your loved one.

* Kennel should be built at a location which is elevated, well drained and sunny place.

* It should be well build , well ventilated.

* Kennel should be warm in winter and cool in summer.

* Damp and water logged areas should be discarded

* Kennel should have windows to facilitate sun rays into the kennel.

* It should provide for enough free space for free movement, turn around and jump about.

* Ideally the kennel should be near the owners house, this will provide a better care for the pet and also relieve it from the boredom inside the kennel.

* There should be a provision of "run" inside the kennel which does help the dog to get its exercise during its stay in kennel. A run is the additional play area secured by fences which allows the dog to run and jump.

* Ideally the Kennel should be made on concrete for better cleaning but use of a wooden kennel will help get warmth during cold seasons.

* Kennel should be kept clean, neat, dry and tidy. It should be washed with detergent frequently and also use disinfectants or antiseptics to keep it disease free. Use of potassium permanganate is also recommended. Fly repellent sprays and insecticides is also recommended, but ensure that the pet is out of the Kennel to avoid inhalation of insecticides.

Hope these tips help!

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- Unknown Updated at: Friday, December 14, 2012