New Year, New You: 3 Suggestions from a Raleigh Veterinarian to Give Your Cat or Dog the Healthiest Year Ever

2022 is well underway, and now is a time for new starts and healthy changes. Instead of solely thinking about how to improve your health in 2022, why not come up with some resolutions for your four-legged family member, as well? As Raleigh veterinarians, we want to help all companion animals enjoy healthy lives. For this reason, we decided to share a few New Year's resolutions for pets. Keep reading to discover a few painless lifestyle alterations that can have a substantial impact on your furry friend’s health and wellness! 

Make Sure You're Meeting Their Nutritional Needs

Each year, many people resolve to consume a healthier diet. Why not set the same goal for your pet? It's easy to feel overwhelmed by all the options when buying dog or cat food. Familiarize yourself with your pet’s individual nutritional requirements, and find food that meets those needs. At Capital Blvd Animal Hospital & Pet Inn, we are here to lend a hand if you are uncertain of your pet's nutritional needs.

Commit to Daily Exercise

Lack of physical activity is a leading source of boredom and behavioral problems. It can cause obesity, too. Keep them healthy (and happy!) by exercising them daily. Dogs require daily walks, and they benefit from games like hide-and-seek, too. And you can keep your feline friend active by engaging their desire to hunt with toys. Consider investing in cat trees for climbing, too.

Seek Wellness Care from a Raleigh Veterinarian

Even if your dog or cat is in good health, they need to see a Raleigh veterinarian at least once per year for wellness care. Including services like examinations, core and lifestyle vaccinations, and parasite control and prevention, pet wellness care is crucial in terms of ensuring your cat or dog’s long-term health. Keeping up with wellness care is a vital component of being a responsible pet owner, too. If you haven't been keeping up, make this year the year you commit to getting your pet back on track. Call today to set up an appointment.