Teaching your dog tricks is an important part of his well being. Dog care that goes beyond just feeding him is essential as it will keep his mind sharp and his skills honed. There are great training tips at pet centers everywhere and you can find a number of simple things to teach them.

Does your dog need a bed of his own? Dog care should extend to where your pet sleeps too. If your dog will be spending their night in a crate, this is their bed. If your will not be crated the dog, then you can easily purchase a good quality dog bed for them to rest on. If not, then provide them with a blanket to sleep on.

When should you give your dog a treat? Although many of us enjoy giving treats to our pets, this is not always a good part of dog care. Instead, you really should try to limit the number of treats you give to your dog as you would limit the number of cookies you would give to your child.