Is owning a dog something that you may have considered? Is there one now living at your house? The following advice will be of help if your answer was yes to these questions. With knowledge, comes power…and you’re about to become powerful.

Owning a dog is quite a large financial commitment. Food, supplies and vet bills can add up to $1,000 or more per year. Emergency care for animals can cost thousands of collars, so think carefully about getting pet health insurance.

Anti-flea products are dangerous. There are ingredients in some of them that can risk cancer in your children. Talk to your vet about safer options, especially when there are kids around.

Table Scraps

Do not fall prey to the temptation to feed table scraps to your dog. This will encourage constant begging and reduce their appetite towards their own food. Feeding table scraps to your dog could lead …