People all make some type of New Year’s resolution and set goals  to eat healthier, lose weight, spend less time on the phone, exercise more, be more mindful – yada yada yada. Well, it doesn't stop with just individuals.  With all the unconditional love and joy pets bring, an overwhelming number of pet parents also set New Year’s resolutions for  pets.

There are countless ways that can further enrich the lives of pets. What better time to get started than the New Year ahead.

TripsWithPets surveyed pet parents to find out what the New Year’s resolutions are for pets in 2023. 

1.  Do more together

There’s no better way to bond more with your pet than engaging in new activities together. Top spot on the resolution list for pet parents in 2023 is taking more pet-friendly road trips and exploring new things to do with  pets. Paddleboarding, kayaking, hiking, and exploring pet-friendly places to shop, dine, and stay are among the activities noted.

2. Introduce natural ways to support pet health

Loving pets as people do means doing everything to ensure lead long, healthy, and happy lives. Many pet parents have resolved to take a closer look at natural health care of pets. This includes  pet's diet/nutrition, supplements, lifestyle, and alternative therapies – such as acupuncture, laser treatment and homeopathy. Improving the lives of  precious pets' well-being is the ultimate goal.

#3 Brush pet’s teeth regularly

Daily brushing of your pet’s teeth is just as important for pets too.  Regular tooth brushing helps to prevent gum disease – and even other diseases. Yet, many pet parents overlook it. 

What makes it a bit tricky is if you don’t start your pet out when young, it becomes more challenging to make pets used to it as pets age. That’s what typically makes many pet parents “intermittent” tooth brushers. 

#4 Get more exercise

Move pet owners and pets bodies more.   It’s not just about losing weight, it’s about overall health - mind, body, and soul. Getting out for more walks, play dates, fetch, and games of "hide and go treat" are on the docket for more pet parents in this coming year.

#5 Work on better manners & training

Whether it is barking at house guests, begging at the table, or bossing you around, most pets have some unfavorable behaviors that need to be curbed. Pet parents have committed to working with professional trainers this new year to help  pets with anxiety and behavior issues so they can be happier, more relaxed, and responsive.