Plenty of us have been self isolating over the past few months and this, believe it or not, may have already had an impact on your pet. Even now social isolation is ongoing and may be for some time, and the way we take care of our pets is changing. So even if you have to stay home, there are many easy ways to take care of your pets' needs. After-all, grooming businesses have been put on hold, and many companies in the industry are struggling, which is a huge shame.
How should I take care of my pet when I need to stay home?
Continue to interact with your pets as before, but adopt good hygiene practices, including hand washing with soap and water before and after touching themselves or their food, toys, and bedding. This is a useful practice that is good to follow anyway. Avoid exchanging too many "hugs" and sharing your food with your pet. Make sure you have food supplies for your pets and the necessary medicines for as long as the isolation lasts at home. Talk to your veterinarian or doctor for more advice if you think your dog has been behaving differently than they usually do. You can go out for a walk when social distancing, but the instruction advises to keep two meters away from other people so keeping the pets on a leash is definitely going to assist for all parties.
How can I meet the needs of my pet if I have to stay home?
If you are sick then you should limit contact with pets and other animals just as you would around other people. Ask someone else in your household to take care of your pet and if you need to take care of them or be close to animals while you are sick, wash your hands before and after the pet interaction and wear a face mask. Although you and the rest of your family will not be able to take your dog out of the house or out into your garden for exercise - do not panic - there are many ways to keep your dog happy and healthy within its limits. You can also ask friends and relatives to help you take your pet for a walk or you can turn to people who do this job such as dog walkers in the local area, which is also helping the local economy and independent business people.
Have the right comforts for them
Dogs still need comfort, especially if they are indoors more than usual so ensuring that you have the best items for them in the home will make life easier for everyone. Look at Pet Supply Packaging from Plastic Packaging Technologies to get the supplies you need for your pet (especially if you yourself are in the pet supply industry). The best food will also keep your pet healthy and happy as well as indoor games that you can play which should also keep them fully entertained. It’s a joy to have a pet, make the most of it!
