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appropriate diet quality and quantity - can reduce the incidence of obesity and associated health conditions, such as osteoarthritis in dogs and diabetes in cats.
Physical exercise can take on a variety of forms, from leash walks to ball fetch to playtime at the local dog park. For those dogs with a predilection for the water, swimming can offer a fun and effective alternative. And don't forget that mental exercise is just as important as physical exercise. Obedience training, food puzzle toys, chew toys and trick training - such as roll over or paw - are all beneficial for pets.
Before starting any exercise regimen with your pet, be sure to consult with your veterinarian to find answers to your questions and learn what activities would best support your pet based on their breed, age and needs.
Taking Steps to Improve Your Pet's Health Today
Your pet gives you so much and you naturally want to return the favor. You can do so by following the three simple suggestions above. Do so and you and your pet will be able to live a longer, healthier, and happier life together.
pet owners, it's also important to take the time to look at the company's manufacturing reputation, along with safety and quality standards. Ask these key questions when evaluating different pet foods:
* Who formulates the food and what are their credentials? Look for brands with nutritionists and veterinarians on staff to formulate the diets. Purina has over 500 pet experts globally, including nutritionists, veterinarians, behaviorists and immunologists who use their expertise to improve pet nutrition and care.
* What are the company's quality and safety standards? Purina conducts more than 30,000 quality checks involving ingredients, packaging, receiving, processing and packing in a typical 24-hour production period.
* Where is the food produced? Does the company own their manufacturing facilities? At Purina, 99 percent of our food sold in the U.S. is made in our own facilities.
Exercise and Enrichment
An appropriate amount of daily exercise can help reduce the incidence of common behavioral problems in pets. This includes excessive barking, inappropriate chewing and general hyperactivity. In addition, exercise - combined with
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