When you own a pedigree dog like a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, you may think that you will need special food and regimens to keep your pet healthy. In reality, although a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a rare type of pure breed dog, it does not require any more care or attention than other dog breeds. You will need to pay close attention to the quirks of this breed of dog though, since health does not only cover physical health but also emotional and mental health.
When it comes to feeding your Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, the best kind of food you can give your dog is what we might call "people food". A lot of people are surprised at the idea of feeding their dogs food that is fit for human consumption, but you must remember that dogs basically have similar nutrient needs as we do. Therefore, feeding your Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen fresh food is a good way to keep it healthy. You may feed it meat such as chicken or beef in controlled servings along with a combination of grains like oatmeal or even brown rice. Fruits and vegetables are also a recommended food type for your Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. Just make sure that the food you feed your dog is fresh and not those spoiled leftovers that may cause indigestion or stomach upset.
If you find that feeding your dog fresh food is a bit too tedious or even expensive for you, you can also use commercial dog food that contains the necessary nutrients it needs. There are a few things you have to take note of when choosing a commercial dog food for your Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen. You need to find out if the food you are buying is human grade, meaning it is also fit for human consumption. Make sure that the dog food you buy has pure meat as its top two components. It should also have a minimal amount of carbohydrates, preferably from rice.
While food is one of the main concerns for your dog's health, there are other things you need to consider, such as exercise and intellectual stimulation as well as emotional interaction with your dog. Since a Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a dog that is pretty energetic and personable, the only exercise it may need is a daily walk. Walking your dog is also a good way to socialize your dog as you will be meeting people along the way. This allows your dog to learn how to be comfortable around strangers. Spending quality time with your Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen will cement your emotional relationship with it.
Mental stimulation can be done by teaching your dog some tricks. The Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen is a pretty independent minded kind of dog, so you might have a bit of a tough time getting it to do what you want. However, with the right motivation, it can pick up a few tricks in no time. For an intelligent dog like the Petit Basset Griffon Vendeen, you will need to come up with creative ways to teach it, otherwise, it will get bored easily.
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