Ten tips to take care of your new puppy

The arrival of a puppy to the home is a moment full of life and joy. For that reason, anguish and doubt about how to do the best for puppy development should not prevail. For this, one of experts from A Pet Care of Colombia, advises that the arrival of the puppy is one of the best memories in the family life:

1. Everyone should know that a new member is arriving, therefore, it is recommended to assign tasks to different family members for their care.

2. Prepare a place for the puppy where he can find his bed to rest when required. This place should always be protected from inclement weather.

3 . Indicates and teaches the puppy the place where he needs to stay . This process is not as fast as we would like, and that is why it must be done with patience and dedication.

4. Have fresh and clean water at your disposal , and toys. So it will have fun with toys and not with the furniture of the home.

5. Take it out with dog carriers to the veterinarian or to monitor your health and establish your immunization schedule that may vary on the area of the country where you are. It is essential to deworm it according to the indications of the veterinarian, since a single disease can affect the health of the whole family.  

6. Keep and have the vaccination card on hand since this document is key to remember the dates in which you must take the veterinarian for the respective medical follow-up.

7. Adequate food in  dog bowls should be provided for your puppy.  And it is recommended to choose according to your age, lifestyle and race. That is why you should keep in mind that dogs of small breeds need food for puppies up to 12 months, medium dogs up to 15 months and large dogs up to 18 months, as their growth takes longer.

8. The frequency of meals should be 3 times a day between 2 and 8 months, always at the same times, and should be left for 20 minutes so you do not get used to eating all day. From 8 months on, you can start giving food twice a day and, at the recommended age, make the transition to adults.

9. Pass it at least 3 times a week for 20 minutes , and supplement this routine with brief exits. Do not take long walks to puppies with led dog collar because they will tired easily, and do not make them run immediately after they have eaten because this could cause digestive problems.

10. It is advisable to bathe it once a month . Use warm water and special dog shampoo or soap to protect its delicate hair. If your dog has long hair, stop it every three days so that it does not become tangled; And if you have short hair, combing it once a week may be enough.

Aquarium 11 Tips for Beginners

We provide some advice for the aquarium buff , it is important to take these recommendations into account to ensure the survival of fish and optimum operation of the aquarium.

1.-Buy the largest fish tank you can afford and make sure you have enough space in your home to house it. It is advisable to have an aquarium with a minimum capacity of 90 liters or more. Although small aquariums are also marketed, they are not a good option. A larger aquarium is easier to maintain, especially when it comes to water treatment and getting an acceptable temperature for fish.

2. Regularly wash the cheap canister filter , but not with tap water, as it contains chlorine and will kill the beneficial bacteria.

3.Make partial changes of water frequently, at least 25% per month. It is better to change the water in small amounts, although more often, for example, 10-15% per week would be ideal.

4.Do not overfeed the fish, since the food decomposes and is very harmful to the water of the aquarium. And don’t forget to feed them even you just feed them in small amounts in an interval of 2 to 3 times a day. Of course, in case of the situation of forgetting to feed them, you can buy an automatic fish feeder.

5.Know the habits of the fish before its purchase. You must ensure that they are compatible with regard to water conditions and coexistence in community with other fish.

6. Observe the fish before buying. Make sure there are no signs of illness or injury. In addition,observe whether they swim relaxed without difficulty.

7. Gradually introduce new fish into your new home. The transport bag of the animals must remain for 15 or 20 minutes floating in the water of the aquarium, with that the temperature will be equal. Do not add the water used for transportation in your aquarium. Drain the bag into a bowl, through a grate, and as the animals get trapped in the grate, insert them into the urn.

8. Understand the cycling process and the new aquarium syndrome.

9. If the aquarium is used for the first time, add the fish after a certain time, at least one month, and it is necessary that water ripens and bacteria are believed beneficial to the subsistence of animals.

10. Do not overload the aquarium of animals, as a rule a fish must be introduced for every 4 liters of water, it is a guideline, and always depending on the dimensions that the fish can reach, it is obvious that in larger size , Less fish to harbor.

11. Avoid the excessive use of chemical additives, use them with caution, always following the instructions of the manufacturer of the corresponding product.

What You Need to Know Before keeping Tropical fish

The tropical freshwater fish , like the rest require some basic care to those who have to pay attention. A good water temperature, proper cleaning and proper feeding will be the key to having your fish in perfect condition.

Tropical fish are undoubtedly one of the most beautiful species you can find. Since they have intense shapes and colors that make them unique.

Once you have decided to have fish at home it will be time to choose the  aquarium for them. There are great lovers seeking spaces to have  large aquariums at home and others who have small tanks. The funny thing is that usually, the bigger the aquarium, the easier it is to maintain. The light is also important but it should be located in a place with indirect light. If you have no light in your room, adding an aquarium night lamp and some cheap jelly fish are also OK.

Of course, you have to be very careful with the species of fish you choose for it. So it is best to consult with a specialist before buying them. Remember that there are always predatory animals , be careful to mix them with others that are not predatory or with those who have different needs.

When buying fish, you must also be clear about the actual size of the fish when they are adults and the possibility that some of them lay eggs, to be clear that the space does not end up being small. Also, remember that they need a living space to move and swim freely.

Buy a good water heater, to have it at the right temperature and a filter according to the size of the fish tank. Choosing one of quality is important so that the state of health of the fish is appropriate.

Decorate the aquarium with plants, glowing aquarium fish ,gravel and objects, so that they do not feel that they are in a diaphanous space and also have where to move, to hide ... The gravel and the objects we must wash them with water under the tap before placing it in the aquarium.

Finally, feeding is very important so choose a suitable automatic fish tank feeder and more importantly, keep in mind what each animal eats and give them the food according to it (for this reason it is so important that you know all the fish you are going to buy and that you will buy those with similar tastes and