17 Ways To Treat Your Furry Best Mate

They are the apple of your eye and deserve the world.

1. Feed them a DOMUT every time they deserve a reward.

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DOMUTS is the treat that your dog has always wanted: A donut just for them! The business was recently rescued by CGU Insurance and your pup is going to be so stoked to hear that they're back! They will love you forever and always, maybe even more so, when they taste their first DOMUT!

2. Get their little legs pumping at least once a day.

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Life can sometimes get in the way of an exercise schedule. Try and plan your day in advance, so that if you know you're going to be busy at night, you can take your dog for a walk in the morning.

3. Give belly rubs, chin scratches and nose boops at all times.

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Embrace the heady scent of doggo for the rest of your life, as you'll constantly be doling out pats and belly rubs.

4. Essentially, just offer them as many cuddles as they can take.

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Dogs are affectionate creatures who just want you to know how much they love you. They deserve all the hugs, snugs and love that you have to offer.

5. Spoil them with toys for them to enjoy.

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Toys help your dog cope when you go to work all day — and they can make your joint playtime much more fun. Invest in tennis balls, tug-of-war ropes and all the fluffy, soft playmates you can find.

6. Praise positive behaviour because good dogs deserve to be rewarded.

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Praise behaviour with pats and DOMUTS and kisses on the nose. Let your dog know that they've done the right thing and that good behaviour will be rewarded with more of their favourite things.

7. And ignore negative behaviour.

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Even if your dog has done something that makes you see red, yelling at them is still giving them attention. Ignore them until they stop (unless they may be in danger) and then reward them for stopping, by giving them your attention then.

8. Trim, or let your dog's hair grow depending on the weather.

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Long hair = winter. Short hair = summer.

9. Invest in all the dog pampering goods to make bath time fun.

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While dogs don't need a bath every single day, every now and then you may need to pluck the mud from their coat. When it does come around to bath time, make it a fun and safe experience by taking it step-by-step so your dog doesn't get scared.

10. And turn your personal pamper time into joint paw-per time.

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If you're sitting down and having a relaxing afternoon — get your dog involved! A nice little head massage or a belly rub while you've got your feet up watching TV doesn't sound like a bad afternoon at all!

11. Make sure they feel like they're one of the family.

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Getting a dog means opening your home up to a new family member. That means presents at Christmas, bringing them with you on holiday and organising babysitters. Just remember to give them their gifts unwrapped.

12. Enrolling in puppy preschool is an absolute must!

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It may seem simple but puppy preschool (or any kind of training program) is essential if you've got a new pup in the mix. It won't just teach your dog new tricks — it will also teach you how to interact with them best.

13. And, once they've graduated, take them to dog parks to socialise.

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Knowing how to play with other dogs is an important aspect of a dog's life. If you've got a friend with a pup, tag along on a play date and have some fun! Just be sure to remember your puppy training though.

14. Introduce them to your social circle.

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Once your pup is trained, bring them along to your social brunches and lunches. Trust me — your friends will not mind. You'll have your fur-bestie out with your human besties and your pup will be able to get used to more people!

15. Get to know your local vet and make sure they're up to date with all your bestie's furry needs.

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Vet trips are never going to be a great time for either you or your dog. Make the whole process a little bit easier by going to a vet that's familiar with your doggo. Bonus points if you make a new friend!

16. Keep up to date with their flea and tick medication.

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You wouldn't want to live your life with a tiny little parasite digging into your skin — and neither does your doggo! Keep them up to date with their flea and tick medication and they'll be sure to love you for it.

17. And finally, give them lots and lots of never-ending love!

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This one kind of speaks for itself. You take up a giant part of your dog's life — make sure it's a good one filled with love and hugs and DOMUTS!

Your furry best friend can enjoy a delicious DOMUT thanks to CGU Insurance. Learn more about how CGU rescued DOMUTS here.

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