Misunderstanding 1: Frequently bathing the dog, if the dog has itching and other problems, wash it more often

Correct interpretation: It is more appropriate to take a bath every 1-2 weeks. Human skin is acidic, while dog skin is alkaline. It is completely different in structure and texture from human skin and is much thinner than human skin. Frequent bathing will destroy its natural protective oils and cause various skin diseases.

Misunderstanding 1: Frequently bathing the dog, if the dog has itching and other problems, wash it more often

Correct interpretation: It is more appropriate to take a bath every 1-2 weeks. Human skin is acidic, while dog skin is alkaline. It is completely different in structure and texture from human skin and is much thinner than human skin. Frequent bathing will destroy its natural protective oils and cause various skin diseases.

Misunderstanding 3: People’s toiletries are so good, they must also be suitable for dogs

Correct interpretation: Due to the difference in the pH of human and dog skin, things used by humans can dry out, age, and shed dog skin. Apply pet shampoo. If you can’t buy it in your location, you can choose a neutral shampoo for human use, and it must be a product without fragrance and anti-dandruff function, and you can choose a mild baby bath. Once itching or red rash occurs, it should be discontinued immediately.

Misunderstanding 4: Animal livers are rich in nutrients and dogs love to eat them, so let them eat enough

Correct interpretation: Liver contains a variety of nutrients, and its unique fishy smell is loved by dogs and cats. However, eating liver for a long time can lead to obesity, itchy skin, vitamin A poisoning, calcium deficiency, hemorrhage, and postpartum convulsions, which are very dangerous.

Misunderstanding 5: My dog ​​is the best, if I don’t take it out, it can hold back urine for a long time

Correct interpretation: Dogs do not like to excrete in their own range of activities. This is its nature, but it does not mean that it is beneficial to its health. It should be trained to develop the habit of urinating in the bathroom, or give it enough opportunities to go out to excrete, but should pay attention to take the initiative to clean up the excrement. Adult dogs should not hold urine for more than 10 hours. Long-term holding of urine will lead to various diseases of the urinary system, which will bring great pain to dogs.