A sheepadoodle is something quite different from a googledoodle. The sheepa is bouncy, inquisitive, friendly, affectionate, trusting, watchful and, in other ways, the light of your life if you treat him right and take care of his health. After all the mutt does not know how to do it on his own and trusts you, the bossman (or bosswoman) to keep him healthy, happy and full of joie-de-vivre. Here are a few ways to ensure your pooch stays healthy.
Food
It is very convenient to go to the nearest superstore and buy a whole lot of processed, dry dog food that can be used for months. This type of food is best avoided because it could contain preservatives and chemicals that are harmful. Feed your sheepadoodle fresh stuff. There is no rule that dogs should not consume fruits and vegetables—they are better since they contain fiber. Give him fresh, clean and hygienic meats and some liver from time to time to ensure he gets iron and vitamin A. Do not, repeat, do not give gluten containing foods to your dog and avoid rice. Feed him boiled lentils instead, possibly flavored with some chicken or meat. Give him a dose of coconut oil from time to time. You love your dog to death but do not overfeed him—it could lead to health problems. Make sure he gets access to plenty of fresh water.
Oral hygiene
Dogs may not take too kindly to brushing their teeth so give him foods that clean teeth and keep gums healthy like carrots and give him a bone two to gnaw on to clean his gums.
Visit a vet
It is not a chore. Consider it your duty to make sure your sheepadoodle remains healthy. Take him to his favorite vet on a regular basis.
Exercise
Dogs need exercise to stay healthy, the same as humans do. Buy a stock of
healthy sheepadoodle puppies to ensure you get a healthy mutt and then make sure to keep him slim and trim with the right food and exercise. Take him out at least 4 times a week. Playing fetch is a good way to see he gets his quota for the workout.
Keep a watch
The sheepadoodle is half Old English Sheepdog whose chief purpose in life seems to be to keep watch and herd sheep. If you have kids your sheepa will become their defacto protective guardian. It is a role he loves. Return the compliment and make sure he does not roam about anywhere and everywhere, particularly if the neighborhood has a waste dump or trash bin.
Cleanliness
Groom him regularly, bathe and clean him because cleanliness is next to dogliness…oops..godliness which in dog terms means good health. Check his coat, gums, eyes and nails. These are good indicators of health issues.
Keep his bed and toys fully sanitized and clean. Clean them with apple cider vinegar or with a mild solution of hydrogen peroxide.
