Humans aren’t the only ones who can benefit from spring cleaning. This is also a great opportunity to take care of some important tasks for your dog. Here is a list of the things that your dog will be appreciative of you for getting done:
Deep Clean Dishes and Bowls
Most dog owners periodically rinse out their dog’s water dish and wipe out their food bowl. While that’s completely fine, spring is a perfect time to scrub these items with soap and hot water. As you’re doing that, if you notice any chips or cracks, it’s a good idea to replace the bowl so you don’t run the risk of your dog injuring its nose or mouth.
Wash Dog Beds, Blankets and Covers
Whether it’s a dog bed, special blanket or a cover on another piece of furniture, your dog likely has at least a few favorite spots throughout your home. Take the time to wash these items in hot water. And for things like dog beds that don’t currently have a cover, adding one now can make it easier to keep it clean without needing to replace the main item.
Check Your Dog’s Collar or Harness and Leashes
Given how much a dog wears its collar or harness, it shouldn’t come as a surprise that it can get quite dirty. However, it’s easy to forget about washing these items, which is why now is a great time to take care of that task. And if you notice a collar or harness is starting to fray, your best bet is to replace it. The same is true if you’ve had any recent issues with a leash.
Update Your Dog’s Tags and Microchip Information
Directly related to the previous task, be sure that the information on your dog’s tags and/or microchip is up to date. If you need to update your phone number or address, changing your dog’s ID as soon as possible will give you peace of mind in the event your dog ever wanders away from home.
Get Rid of Old Dog Food
If you have one or more bags of dog food that have been sitting around for awhile, the kibble inside them may look completely normal. However, the nutrients in dry food doesn’t last forever. So if it’s been a few months or you’re not even sure how long a food bag has been in your home, the best thing to do is toss it out.
Tossing out old food is also a great opportunity to evaluate what you’re feeding your dog. If you’re still going with a type of food that you originally picked out because it’s what was sitting on a store shelf, we encourage you to learn more about Pet Wants food and how our fresh and nutritious blends can help your dog live its best life!
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