Debunking Common Myths About Pet Care

Debunking Common Myths About Pet Care

  Misconceptions about pet care are prevalent and can have negative consequences on our furry friends. From feeding habits to grooming routines, pet owners may unknowingly believe in certain myths that could harm their pets’ health and well-being. In this article, we will explore some common misconceptions about pet care and shed some light on the truth behind them. By debunking these myths, we hope to help pet owners provide the best possible care for their beloved companions: All Dogs Need A Lot Of Exercise While it is true that many dogs require regular exercise to stay healthy, the amount and type of exercise required can vary depending on the breed and age of the dog. For example, a smaller or older dog may not need as much exercise as a larger or younger dog. It’s important to consult your veterinarian to determine the appropriate amount and type of exercise for your dog’s needs. Over-exercising your dog can lead to fatigue, joint pain, and other health issues. Cats Can Survive On Their Own While cats are known for their independence, domestic cats are not equipped to survive on their own outdoors. Outdoor cats are at risk for injury, illness, and predation from other animals. In addition, indoor cats still require proper care, including regular feeding, grooming, and veterinary check-ups. Indoor cats can still be at risk for health problems such as obesity, dental disease, and urinary tract issues. All Pet Food Is Created Equal  Not all pet foods are created equal and it’s important to choose a high-quality food that meets your pet’s specific nutritional needs. Cheap, low-quality pet food can be filled with fillers, preservatives, and additives that can harm your pet’s health. High-quality pet foods typically contain a higher percentage of meat, as well as essential vitamins and minerals. It’s important to read labels and consult your veterinarian to determine the best food for your pet. Indoor Pets Don’t Need Preventative Care While indoor pets may be less likely to be exposed to certain diseases and parasites, they can still be at risk for health issues such as obesity, dental disease, and urinary tract issues. Regular veterinary check-ups, vaccinations, and preventative care measures such as flea and tick control are still important for the health and well-being of indoor pets. In addition, certain indoor pets such as birds and reptiles can be susceptible to environmental toxins and other hazards in the home, making regular veterinary check-ups even more important. By: Varun Sadana, Co-founder, Supertails  

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 Staying Fit – The Way Forward

Staying Fit – The Way Forward

Health. Fitness. Immunity. Important priorities as we move forward in the new normal of how we live. A necessary step in this direction is a need to overhaul our approach to fitness; starting from the kind of workouts we choose, to how we do them and where we do them. Health. Fitness. Immunity Fitness programs have increasingly come to be associated with some or all of the following – rigorous and extreme workouts, tired and sore muscles, bodies struggling with exercise-related injuries and stress. Your Commitment Staying committed to your fitness program long-term should be the first priority. The basic reality, irrespective of claims made to the contrary, is that there is no short-term solution to losing weight, getting stronger, toned, fitter, faster, better. Important Considerations Our bodies are a work in progress. We all have different lifestyles, strengths, limitations, goals, health concerns etc. The workouts we choose should reflect our varied needs and be able to address them accordingly. When deciding on your fitness program it is important to be realistic. Keep in mind the frequent changes that occur in our routines, be it weekly or monthly. These changes have an immediate bearing on our commitment towards the time, effort, and frequency of our workouts. Your fitness program should be able to maximise your efforts and have the flexibility to adapt and change to accommodate short-term considerations. Workout Choices A well-chosen fitness program enables you to become stronger, be fitter, minimise injuries and stresses, and build better immunity so as to be less susceptible to illness and disease. Unfortunately, far too often we see fitness choices based on currently trending workouts or enrolments in a number of varied classes, to keep boredom at bay. Personal goals and fitness levels don’t seem to be the determining factors. Your workout is not meant to entertain you; we watch a movie, read a book, meet friends etc for that. Fitness cannot be a one size fits all approach, in an assembly-line manner. Nor is there any one perfect set of exercises that will provide equal results for all of us. Intelligent Exercise Personal Training workouts can be an ideal choice to optimize your fitness goals. An experienced personal trainer provides you with the benefit of customised programming for your specific goals and fitness levels. You have your trainer’s entire focus of instructions, cues and corrections that help engage your mind to provide a much more effective workout. And, in these unprecedented times, Personal Training workouts also address important considerations of social distancing, safety and hygiene. Approach fitness in an intelligent, result oriented way with a focus on getting fit and building immunity – and not thinking of it as an unpleasant to-do or a means of socialising with friends. By Anjali Sareen, Co-founder The Zone Mind & Body Studio. Anjali is a Master Trainer Education – Fitness and Pilates and has been in the fitness and rehab field for 30 years. Get more information on thezonestudio.com  Staying Fit – The Way Forward

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