How to take good care of Teddy
Teddy dogs (a type of poodle) have become the first choice pet for many families because of their intelligence, liveliness, and non-shedding characteristics. But to raise a Teddy well, you need to start from many aspects such as diet, care, and training. The following is a summary of the hot topics on the Internet in the past 10 days about Teddy care, combined with structured data to provide you with a comprehensive guide.
1. Basic information about Teddy
| Project | content |
|---|---|
| lifespan | 12-15 years |
| weight | 3-6kg (toy type) |
| Character traits | Smart, clingy, lively |
| Common coat colors | Brown, white, black, gray |
2. Diet management
Teddy's diet directly affects his health and coat quality. The following are the feeding suggestions that are hotly discussed across the Internet:
| age group | Feeding frequency | Recommended food | Things to note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Puppies (0-1 years old) | 3-4 times/day | Puppy food, goat milk powder | Avoid milk, prone to diarrhea |
| Adult dogs (1-7 years old) | 2 times/day | Adult dog food, cooked lean meat | Control salt and fat |
| Senior dogs (over 7 years old) | 2-3 times/day | Senior dog food, vegetable puree | Supplement calcium and vitamins |
3. Daily care points
1.hair care: Teddy’s curly hair needs to be taken care of regularly, otherwise it will easily become tangled. It is recommended to comb the hair once a day and trim it once a month. The frequency of bathing is 1-2 weeks/time, and use pet-specific shower gel.
2.teeth cleaning: Teddy is susceptible to dental calculus and needs to brush its teeth 2-3 times a week or provide teeth grinding toys.
3.ear cleaning: Lop ear structure is easy to breed bacteria, so the ear canal needs to be cleaned with cotton swabs every week.
| nursing project | Frequency | Tool recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| combing | daily | Needle comb, row comb |
| take a bath | 1-2 weeks/time | PH balanced shower gel |
| Trim nails | 2 weeks/time | Nail clippers for pets |
4. Training and socialization
Teddy's IQ ranks second among dogs, and the training effect is remarkable. Popular training methods in the past 10 days include:
1.Fixed point excretion training: Place a pee pad in a fixed position and give a reward after each excretion. The effect usually takes 2-4 weeks.
2.Food refusal training: Give the "no" command when feeding by hand to strengthen the resistance to strangers feeding.
3.social training: Take it to the park every week to interact with other dogs to avoid the "teddy bear" phenomenon.
| training items | best age | daily duration | Effective time |
|---|---|---|---|
| sit down/shake hands | 3-6 months | 10 minutes | 3-7 days |
| Excretion at designated points | 2-5 months | Guide at any time | 2-4 weeks |
| Food refusal training | More than 6 months | 5 minutes | 1-2 months |
5. Health monitoring
In recent pet-raising topics, Teddy’s common health problems deserve attention:
1.Patellar luxation: Avoid letting Teddy stand or jump high frequently. It is recommended to use pet stairs to get up and down the sofa.
2.Tear stain problem: Wipe the eye area with warm water every day, choose low-salt food, and seek medical attention in severe cases.
3.skin allergies: Regularly deworm (once a month) and keep the environment dry.
| health problems | Precautions | Signal for medical attention |
|---|---|---|
| Patellar luxation | Control weight and supplement chondroitin | Claudication for more than 24 hours |
| ear mite infection | Clean ear canals weekly | Frequent ear scratching, dark discharge |
| periodontal disease | Brush your teeth regularly | Bad breath, bleeding gums |
6. Common misunderstandings about raising Teddy
Based on recent pet-raising forum discussions, three major misunderstandings have been sorted out:
1.Shaving is cooler: Error! Teddy hair has a thermal insulation effect, and shaving it can easily cause sunburn.
2.Feeding people food is more nutritious: Error! High salt and sugar can lead to tear stains and obesity.
3.No need to walk small dogs: Error! At least 30 minutes of outdoor activity is required every day.
Raising a Teddy well requires patience and love from the owner. With scientific feeding methods, regular care and correct training methods, your Teddy will surely become a healthy and happy companion dog. It is recommended to save the care schedule in this article and refer to it regularly.
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