Make sure your pets have fresh water to drink every day. 

If the weather is hot be sure to give them fresh water often. 

In cold weather be sure the outside pet water dish is not frozen solid. Pets need access to fresh water even in cold weather.

Only Feed your pets healthy food.

Do not feed "people" food or food that is meant for other animals to your pets. Eating the wrong kinds of food can make your pets seriously ill.

Be sure to rinse out and thoroughly dry food bowls daily. Try to run them through the dishwasher at least once a week. Bowls used for canned food should be washed with soap and hot water or cleaned in the dishwasher daily.

Make sure your pets get plenty of exercise.

Regular exercise is very important for your pet. Lack of exercise can result in abnormal behavior and overall poor health.

Find a good veterinarian.

Remember, it is important to start your search for a good veterinarian before your pet has a health issue. To keep your pet healthy be sure to take them to see the veterinarian at least once a year. Make sure your pets are up to date on all vaccinations.

Spay or neuter your pets to avoid unwanted offspring.

Almost 14 million cats and dogs are euthanized each year in the United States because they are unwanted. The estimated cost is $60 to $100 million or about five to seven dollars per animal. 

Most pets should wear ID tags in case they get lost.

ID tags are a must have item for your pet. Should your pet ever become lost, ID tags provide important identity information so they can be safely returned to you. And make sure your pet's ID tag have the correct contact information and is clearly legible. 

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