Confused about how to care for your pet?
it's easy to get it right with PURINA TOTAL CARE.
Pets, like the rest of us, have a wide range of needs, and it can take a little bit of work to keep them happy, healthy and strong. Apart from providing your pet with a complete and balanced diet, they need to be cleaned, groomed, wormed, treated for fleas, exercised, played with... and loved! Knowing how to care for your pet and what products to buy for them can sometimes be very confusing. But now, buying your pet accessories is a whole lot easier, thanks to PURINA TOTAL CARE.
PURINA TOTAL CARE is a brand new range of pet accessories that caters for all your pet needs. In this exciting range you will find:
- Shampoos for all types of coats
- Toys specifically designed for agility, strength, dental and cardio health,
- Grooming aids to keep you pet’s coat and skin healthy and looking its best
- Collars and leads with stylish patterns and functional designs
- Flea and worming treatments to keep your pet in top health
FAQ's on how to Totally Care for your Pet.
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How often should I shampoo my dog?
It is recommended that you wash your pet a maximum of once a fortnight unless your dog becomes itchy or dirty. Washing your pet too often can wash away the coat’s natural oils and potentially cause dryness of the skin and irritation.
Do I have to use dog shampoo?
Yes. The pH level of your dog’s skin is different to yours. Using a human shampoo will irritate your dog’s skin.
What should I do to keep my home free from fleas?
You need to treat your pet and their environment, particularly their bedding, all year round. Flea sprays and powders are great for treating the environment, while regular use of flea shampoos, collars and spot-ons keep your pet flea-free. Usually, a combination of a few treatments works best. Remember, prevention of the onset of fleas is much easier to manage than trying to eliminate fleas once they have set in.
Do I have to use flea treatments in winter?
Many people think fleas are only a summer problem, but they can infest your pet at any time of the year. Different types of flea treatments have different re-treatment cycles. Make sure you read the instructions of the flea treatments you choose to ensure you are using them properly.
There are so many worming treatments out there, which one should I use?
Generally, you need to treat your pet for two main types of worms - Heartworm and Intestinal Worms. Heartworm can be treated with a half yearly injection from your vet or heartworm tablets or liquids, which you can purchase over the counter. There are many types of intestinal worms, all of which can be treated with a simple Allwormer treatment. These come in many forms, including tablets, pastes and syrups. You can also buy combined Heartwormer and Allwormer tablets or liquids to treat both at the same time.
I find it hard to give my pet tablets, how can I get around this?
One suggestion is that you crush the tablet and mix it into your pet’s food, or hide it in a piece of meat or their favourite treat. Otherwise, it’s all about getting the right technique. Your vet will be able to show you the correct way to administer tablets as it can be quite tricky and sometimes dangerous. If this doesn’t work, often you can find an alternative to tablets, such as pastes, syrups or meaty chew tablets.
Do I need to brush my pet every day?
It is recommended that you groom your pet at least once a week, but everyday would be ideal. Grooming will eliminate loose hairs in the coat and untangle uncomfortable knots. Brushing your pet also stimulates the production of natural oils which help protect and nourish the coat. And best of all it gives your pet a relaxing massage and makes for great bonding time with your furry friend.
What types of toys should I be buying my pet?
First of all you should choose the right sized toy for your pet. Small, medium and large dogs have different jaws and so have different needs. Also, a lot of toys have different functions. Some toys are best for improving your pet’s fitness, such as throw and chase toys. Other toys help improve your pet’s mental alertness while keeping them occupied, like treat balls, and some toys assist in maintaining your pet’s dental health. Having a variety of toys for your pet will help keep them in top physical and mental form.
