Owning a pet, regardless of what kind of animal, takes a lot of commitment, hard work, and responsibility. But the rewards and gratification of pet ownership is well worth the additional work.

While many people have their own tasks and habits to care for their pets, here are three additional ways you can be a more responsible pet owner.

Always use a leash or tether when your pet is outside
Regardless of how friendly you may think your Fido is, it’s always best to play on the safe side and keep them leashed when outside. The last thing you’d want to see is your beloved pet chase a rabbit in the road in the way of an oncoming car. Plus, it’s the law in many cities.

Purchase Pet Insurance for Your Pet
9 out of 10 veterinarians recommend purchasing pet insurance for your dog, cat, bird, or exotic pet. If an accident befalls your pet, the medical and vet bills alone can total in the thousands of dollars. Having to pay only the premium, deductible, and a small percentage of the total bill, pet insurance can save you thousands of dollars.

Keep Track of Your Pet’s Records
Just like we should be keeping better track of our personal health records, you should also keep backups of your pet’s medical records, vaccination papers, and breeding papers. If, perchance, Fido does run out into the street and gets hit by a car, the emergency visit to the vet will be much easier if all the records are readily available. With Orggit, you can store all of your pet’s information securely online, so you can have access to it at any time you need it—even from your iPhone when you’re away from the computer.

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