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It’s awesome to own a pet!
Remember though,  owning a pet is a permanent responsibility and everyone in your family needs to care on a daily basis. Here are a few things to be mindful of, and to help you plan caring for your pet.
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First Task
  • Microchip all of your pets: once/lifetime
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Daily Duties
  • Take time to train your dog: daily/weekly
  • Play with your pet: 15-30 mins per day
  • Make dog walks a daily thing: at least 30 mins
  • Pick up dog poop: 1+ times/day
  • Scoop cat litter: 1+ times/day (clean entire box 1-2 times weekly to avoid bacteria buildup)
  • Shop for quality pet food: read the nutrition instructions carefully
  • Clean their food and water bowls: at least once, daily  
Weekly Duties
  • Brush their teeth: 3+ times/week
  • Brush your pet: 2+ times/week  
  • Wash their bed: 1-2 times/week
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Monthly Duties 
  • Refresh the toy selection: monthly or as needed
  • Give heartworm, flea and tick medication: monthly (check with your vet)
  • Clip their nails: monthly (but talk with your vet because each pet has unique needs) 
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Annual Duties
  • Take your pet for regular checkups: annually (every 6 months for senior pets)
  • Get your pet tested for heartworms: annually (every 6 months if you do not use heartworm prevention or miss a month)
  • Schedule a dental cleaning: annually 
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As-needed Duties
  • Clean their toys: as needed Tip: Stuffable treat toys should be cleaned with each use. 
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