First-Time Pawrents? Here’s What Most Don’t Realize About Dog Health

person in blue and white tribal shirt holding brown short coated puppyWelcome to the dog club 🎉
Whether you’ve adopted a rescue or brought home a tiny ball of zoomies, becoming a pet parent is exciting—and a little overwhelming.

Most first-time pawrents get the basics right:
✔ Food
✔ Walks
✔ Vaccinations
✔ Toys (so many toys)

But here’s what many don’t realize early on:

Feeding kibble and giving cuddles is not the same as building a long-term wellness routine.

🧠 The Invisible Stuff: Gut, Brain, and Joint Health

You won’t notice poor gut health… until your dog starts:

  • Scooting
  • Eating grass
  • Having inconsistent poop

You won’t notice early joint stiffness… until they start hesitating to jump or walk.

You won’t notice skin issues… until the scratching becomes constant.

But by then? You’re fixing, not preventing.

🚀 Build a Daily Wellness Routine (That Doesn’t Feel Like a Chore)

You don’t need a complicated chart.
You need 3 things:

  • Belly Boost – supports gut health & immunity
  • Happy Hips – joint care even for young dogs (prevention > cure)
  • Glow Up – helps maintain skin & coat health

Just one scoop a day with food. That’s it.

Most pet parents say, “I wish I had started this sooner.”

💡 Why Start Early?

Because:

  • 70% of adult dogs show early signs of joint wear

  • Gut health affects behaviour, appetite, and mood

  • Coat and skin problems are often internal, not just shampoo-related

Starting supplements in the first year helps build a stronger foundation—so your pup ages healthier and stays active longer.

New Dog, New Routine?

Don’t wait for the limp, itch, or loose poop.
Start with Paw+ now and build a lifetime of tail wags, zoomies, and happy bellies.

👉 Explore the starter bundle for first-time pet parents

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