The joy of owning a dog is hard to compare to anything else. It’s like parenthood, but also completely unlike parenthood. As with babies, dogs require lots of commitment, but unlike with babies, they rarely get into temper tantrums and scream throughout the night. It’s kind of like owning a cat, but also completely unlike owning a cat. Like cats, dogs love to lounge around the home. Unlike cats, dogs are always keen to show their affection to you and can learn tricks!

There’s a lot of nuances when it comes to owning, loving and looking after a dog. At times, making sure that our furry friends are as happy as they can be is incredibly stressful!

Luckily, this slideshow has put together the best tips and tricks for anyone who wants to maintain their dog’s health and happiness. After you see these amazing dog hacks, looking after your dog will become much easier!