Guest blog post by Penny Martin, Fureverfriend.info
Feeding your new dog is an important, and sometimes complicated decision, especially for the first-time dog owner. Which bagged food is the most nutritious? Is it okay to share when Mr. Cuddles begs for your dinner?
Apps make you a better pet-parent
To be a responsible pet owner in today's world, you need more than the right equipment. A collar and leash, crate, and a soft, supportive bed are a big help, but you also need the expert information that pet-related apps can provide. Dogs Naturally notes today’s pet-parents are especially demanding, so access to everything you need is a must. Your phone needs a fast connection, and long battery life, for information whenever you need it, especially during an emergency. You don't want to be waiting on a slow internet connection or have a dead battery when your pet's safety is at risk.
If your current phone isn't up to speed or isn't compatible with the newest apps, consider upgrading to a new device so you can load it up with the latest dog apps so you can stay up to date and make smart decisions about your dog's nutrition. You can find ways to save by trading in your old device, opting for a payment plan or even choosing a newer refurbished model.
Now, onto a few apps!
iKibble
Know what your dog can eat with the iKibble app. A huge database of common foods right at your fingertips. Is it okay to give your dog apples? Grapes? What about yogurt? Browse through a list of hundreds of foods, or use the search function for a specific answer. The iKibble app provides nutrition and safety information of each food, advice on when to feed certain types of food, and how to prepare meals for your pooch.
As a new dog owner, you'll soon find that pups have a habit of begging for everything. With this app, you'll never be left wondering if something is okay to share with your dog again.
Animal Poison by the ASPCA
What do you do if your dog gets into something that you're not sure is safe? The Animal Poison app by the Animal Poison Control Center is the perfect way to search hundreds of substances for safety information. The searchable database includes household hazards, medications, foods, plants, and almost anything your pet could be exposed to.
With plenty of photos to help you quickly identify a substance, the app will tell you if there's any safety concern, and what steps to follow if your dog has ingested something he shouldn’t. All the information is provided by veterinary experts on pet toxins. Plus, it allows one-click dialing to speak with an expert at the ASPCA if you have further questions.
PetCoach by PetCo
It's perfectly normal for first-time pet owners to have lots of questions about nutrition. Ask a vet all your important queries with the Pet Coach app by PetCo. Search through thousands of questions that have already been asked to find an immediate answer. If you can't find what you're looking for, then post your question for one of their experts to review and respond. It's like having a vet right in your pocket for free, easy information, whenever you need it.
AppAdvice notes Pet Coach provides all that and more. It answers all your food-related questions, but you can also get advice on behavior, training, health, or any pet-related topic.
As a first-time dog owner, you'll have lots of new and exciting experiences with your pet. But you'll also have tons of questions. These apps can help you get the answers you need, right when you need it. By having everything on your phone, you'll be free to experience your next adventure with all the nutrition answers at your fingertips. It's the perfect way to be a responsible and loving dog-owner.
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