Introduction

One of the most heartbreaking things I’ve seen in my life was a dog wandering around on the street. It was obvious that he’d been abandoned by his family and left for dead. But I had something to give that dog — help. With the right amount of care and dedication, we were able to reunite him with his owner, who had moved away from the area without taking her beloved pet with her. In this blog post, we’ll discuss 14 different ways you can help street dogs get healthy and happy so they don’t have to worry about being abandoned ever again!

Get the dog to a vet for a checkup and a wellness exam.

• First, get the dog to a vet for a checkup and a wellness exam.
• Get the dog checked for parasites and other infections, as well as vaccinated if he hasn’t already been done so.
• Spay or neuter your new friend if you haven’t already done so (all too often, street dogs are left unsterilized).

Find the dog a foster home or temporary shelter until you can find it a permanent home.

If you’re not able to take the dog home with you, or if you just don’t have the time to make a long-term commitment, then it’s important that the dog finds another safe place to stay. A foster home is one option for this situation.

Foster homes are especially helpful if the dog needs some extra training before moving into your permanent residence. A temporary shelter can also be a good option for dogs that need more time getting used to their new environment and surroundings.

If you can’t get the dog to a vet, bring as much water and food as you can so that it stays healthy.

There are many ways to help a street dog get healthy and happy, but sometimes you can’t find a vet nearby. Here are some tips for helping your dog as best you can when you can’t take it to the vet:

• Feed the dog at least once a day. It’s important for dogs to have regular meals because poor nutrition can make them weaker, which makes them more prone to disease. Bring water too! You don’t need much—a bowl will do just fine.
• Bring treats or toys with you every time you visit so that your pup feels loved even when they’re sick or injured.
• Bring a leash so that if they get scared they won’t run away from home! A good leash has two loops: one loop goes around your wrist; the other goes around theirs so that no one gets lost in the woods again ever again (yeah…that’s right). If their original owners did not give them adequate training before sending them out into our world alone then this step may not work 100% well…but try anyway 🙂 – Letting go of control makes for bad companionship between humans & animals 🙁

If the dog looks like it’s in pain, see if your local vet offers free treatment for dogs in need, or check out other resources on Facebook.

If you believe the dog is in pain, see if your local vet offers free treatment for dogs in need, or check out other resources on Facebook.

These organizations provide help to street dogs around the world:

• Animal Aid Unlimited (India) – https://www.facebook.com/animalaidunlimited/posts/10155416136850999/?__mref=message_bubble
• K9 Friends (USA) – https://www.facebook.com/k9friendsinc/?hc_ref=ARR1JbYrl7U6LwAFnKLWyfz0QPdM5H5lXG5VcIj0QjA2C34vJ8yoAYMpfHpSS_EjKzA&fref=nf

Take the time to socialize the dog to help it become less fearful around people.

• Be patient and give the dog time to adjust.
• Try to reassure the dog if you see it being fearful with words or actions such as talking quietly, making eye contact, and not approaching too quickly.
• If you don’t have much time to spend on socialization, consider finding someone else who can do so for you.

Give the dog baths to keep its coat clean and infection-free.

Bathing is a good way to help keep the dog clean and healthy. Bathing should be done regularly, even if it seems like your dog doesn’t need it or doesn’t mind getting wet. Regular bathing can help keep fleas and ticks away. It can also help keep the coat healthy by removing dirt and grime that causes itching, which can lead to infection or skin problems down the road. If you don’t have any shampoo on hand, try using some mild dishwashing liquid mixed with water—just make sure it’s not too strong!

If fleas are a problem, take care of them immediately.

If you suspect that fleas are a problem, take care of them immediately. If the dog is friendly enough to be handled, you can use a flea comb or flea bath (not shampoo) to get rid of them. If you aren’t able to treat the dog yourself, take it to a vet who knows what they’re doing.

If ticks are an issue where you live and if there are no other options available for dogs on the street (no shelter or rescue), find some ear mite medication and apply it carefully—this will kill ticks as well as ear mites. Cornstarch can also be used to remove ticks from fur; however, if this doesn’t work within 24 hours then consider taking your pet into see a vet who knows how get rid of these pests once they’ve burrowed under their skin!

Get the dog tested for heartworm so that you can be prepared to treat it if necessary.

Heartworm is a serious disease that can be transmitted easily. It’s caused by the mosquito-borne parasite Dirofilaria immitis, which can grow to over 12 inches long in your dog’s heart, lungs and other organs. While it typically causes no symptoms in dogs, heartworm is fatal if not treated with medication.

If you find a street dog who looks like he or she might have heartworm disease and/or needs treatment for other illnesses, bring the dog to a veterinarian right away so he or she can be tested and treated if necessary. If you don’t have access to one nearby, ask at shelters if they offer low-cost spay/neuter services—many do!

Have patience while letting your street dog bond with you, trust you and become familiar with his new life with you and your family.

Be patient. Your street dog will take a while to become accustomed to his new life with you. You may find that he is afraid of people, other animals, the noise in your home or the smells associated with it (like food). He may also have been abused by previous owners or abandoned by his family due to lack of resources or space within the family unit. Remember that if you were thrown off the street without warning and into an entirely new environment full of sounds, smells and people you would probably be pretty scared too!

To help make your street dog more comfortable I suggest using treats as rewards for good behavior (such as doing what you ask him/her), giving him/her plenty of attention and affection when they are calm and relaxed around you so that he/she can learn what being loved feels like again.

Consider having the dog spayed or neutered if he hasn’t already been done by his previous owners.

Spaying and neutering your dog is an important part of keeping him happy and healthy. Spaying means removing a female dog’s uterus, ovaries, and fallopian tubes, while neutering refers to the removal of a male dog’s testicles. Both procedures are done to prevent unwanted puppies from being born into the world when they may not be wanted by their owners or taken care of by anyone else in their lives.

Spaying or neutering can also reduce the risk of certain cancers: prostate cancer in males, breast cancer in females (although this is still very rare), ovarian cancer in females, uterine cancer in females, and testicular cancer for both sexes (although it is more common among males).

Make sure the dog has plenty of exercise and mental stimulation — this could help reduce any anxiety he may have from being abandoned by his family.

The best way to help a street dog get healthy and happy is by making sure they have plenty of exercise and mental stimulation. This could help reduce any anxiety he may have from being abandoned by his family.

Exercising dogs is a great way to make them feel better, but you need to know how much exercise your dog needs. The amount of exercise will depend on their breed, age, size and health condition. The easiest way to tell if your canine friend is getting enough exercise is if his breath smells like hot sauce at all times (I’m kidding). If this doesn’t work for you then follow these tips:

• Take him on walks; there are plenty of parks where dogs are allowed!
• Play fetch with him using tennis balls or frisbees (just don’t throw the ball into traffic).
• Do some training sessions together — this will give both you and the dog an excuse to be outside at the same time!

Conclusion

So there you have it, our list of tips for helping a street dog get healthy and happy. We hope that this post has given you some ideas on how to help the next stray dog in need! If you are interested in adopting a rescue dog, don’t forget that there are many organizations out there who can help you find your new best friend.