Pets are always a joy to have around the household. There are some pets that are low maintenance, but some, like dogs, is a big responsibility. So what are you going to do if you are so busy with work? Don’t worry, you can still be a responsible pet owner even though you are so busy. But note that it will require effort, and you may have to take extra measures to ensure that your pet will not feel neglected even if you have to go to work. Take a look at the tips below and see if any of them will work for you.

1. Prepare a place where your pets will feel comfortable

Remember that you will be leaving your pet for hours at a time. When that happens, you want to make sure that your pet will be as comfortable as possible. There are pets that like being crated, but there are those who you just let loose around the house. Try to see which one your pet is most comfortable with. Just make sure that you have trained your pet enough to not destroy any furniture or go where they’re not supposed to go.

2. Find a playmate for your pet

Getting a playmate for your pet does not mean that you should go ahead and get another one, but you might try and see if any of your neighbors have similar pets that your own can bond with. It’s also a good idea for pets to socialize with their kind, so you can try and arrange playdates for your pet.

3. Leave something that smells like you with your pet

Take something you’ve worn that you have not washed yet and leave them with your pet. This may be a source of comfort for them and they will be able to cuddle up with your clothes while they are resting on the crate or their bed. 

4. Spend time just bonding with your pet 

Sometimes work gets too hard that when you get home, you just want to lie down on your bed and sleep the whole night. But remember that you still a responsibility. You need to make sure that you are spending quality time with your pet. You can take them for a walk, play with them, or just bond with them. Pets love unconditionally, and you’ll find that they are a great stress-reliever for those times when you have too much workload and you feel burdened.

5. Get someone to exercise your pet if you can't

We all know that exercise is important for people, but it is also just as important for pets, especially dogs. While you can establish a routine when you can walk your dog before or after work, you can also look for companies that offer dog walking services. There are even some that offer daycare services so you can be assured that your dog will get the proper attention.