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- Evolution and self growth through Horses - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from veronica garrettWe are living in a time of great change, where we are being asked to take responsibility for what we have already created and what we are about to create................. this means being responsible not only for our conscious material/physical creations but we must now also take responsibility ...
Views: 1169 - Indoor Plastic Dog Crates - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from john pichaRover Company manufactures the finest Indoor Plastic Dog Crates on the market today in the USA. Indoor Plastic Dog Crates are a necessity for all dog lovers as it is the best way to keep your pets safe and warm from trouble and weather conditions. But, it sure is a better choice than leaving ...
Views: 1168(1 vote) - Animal Enthusiasts Turn Their Passion Into Businesses With Blog Paws - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2015 from Kathleen GageNot long ago I had the distinct pleasure of presenting at the Blog Paws 2015 Conference – the only conference of its type in the world. BlogPaws is the Professional Pet Blogger Network that provides a range of marketing program opportunities, along with growth and development benefits to help ...
Views: 1166 - How to Housebreak a Puppy Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Cameron CarterPuppy Housebreaking Rule #1: Here's the #1 secret to housebreaking any puppy: Supervision. Supervision is key to quickly training your puppy to go potty in the right place. By supervising, I mean you know exactly what your puppy is doing at all times. You always have them in your sight. The fact ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - Obedience Training Doesn't Always Solve Dog Problems? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Cameron CarterIf you think the most important key to having a dog that behaves is obedience training, I have some news for you. It isn't. When a dog whines, barks, pees on the floor or does any other unwanted behavior, obedience training won't always fix the problem. Sometimes your dog's behavior problem ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - What Makes Good Puppy Food and What Must Be Avoided - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Tamsin SowdenDo you want a healthy, happy, bouncing puppy? Do you want a puppy who has a shiny coat, bright eyes and a zest for life? Then feed him good quality puppy food--because the better the food, the better the chance your pup has of a long and healthy life. Feeding your puppy the right puppy food ...
Views: 1166(1 vote) - Dealing With The Heat - You And Your Dog - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishMost people see the summer months as a time to get outside with the family and do a variety of recreational activities. Whether it’s hiking in the woods or swimming at the park, the entire family can be included, even your four legged partner, who, during the winter months tends to lead an ...
Views: 1165 - Quantifying the Human-Animal Bond - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Becky KimesThe relationship between humans and animals is as complex and diverse as the Earth herself. Animals have long shared a deep and meaningful bond with humankind from being a food source to serving as a trusted friend and Soul companion. According to a Gallup lifestyle poll 6 out of every 10 ...
Views: 1165 - Black Dog with a Pink Tongue - by Submitted on May 21, 2007 from Chrissee LacomisHe was our third try for a dog. He was the last puppy left from the litter. We almost didn't get him! His name is Bear. He is a Black Dog with a Pink Tongue. Bear was our third try for a dog. The first two were unsuccessful adoptions...one a chocolate lab female and the other a pointer mix ...
Views: 1164 - Removing a Tick From Your Dog to Prevent Lyme Disease - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Kay RingelstetterKnowing all about Lyme Disease in your dog and its ramifications, it is important to know how to remove a tick from your dog. Ticks are the carriers of Lyme Disease. Dogs are highly susceptible to Lyme Disease and without proper treatment they can suffer devastating effects to their health. ...
Views: 1164 - Encouraging your Rabbit to eat more Hay - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2013 from Lindsey WatsonRabbits make wonderful pets and can be our companions for many years. With the right care and handling you can encourage your rabbit to be friendly, enjoying time on your lap to be stroked or groomed. Most rabbits simply adore hay and will eat it constantly all day long, however some bunnies ...
Views: 1163(1 vote) - Trick-Training Animals Lessons with Lukas, the World’s Smartest Horse – Pressure - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2011 from Karen MurdockPressure is any request I make of my student. I use the lightest detectable cue possible – in this way the animal becomes more sensitive and anticipatory. Let’s all take a little test. This one always gets everyone's attention! I'd like you to take your finger and using a regular cueing ...
Views: 1163 - Advice on Crate Training A New Puppy - Quick Steps To Success - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2013 from Frank RijkersGetting A New Puppy? Then Read This Many new puppy owners will need their puppy to experience a safe space to stay during the night and in the daytime. Usually new puppy owners will get a crate for their new puppy. Although this is advisable, a new pet might at first be apprehensive about ...
Views: 1162 - The Purrrfect Rx for a Broken Bone! - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere is nothing more comforting to me at the end of a long, hard day than collapsing on the coach and cuddling with Bernie, my big, fuzzy, marmalade colored Maine Coon Cat. I thought I would share another positive benefit to spending time with your fuzzy loved one on your lap. Did you know ...
Views: 1160(1 vote) - Puppy Exercise Pens - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from john pichaRover Company manufactures the best Puppy Exercise Pens on the market today in the USA. Puppy Exercise Pens provide a place for your pet to stay and play, there are a few differences. Puppy Exercise Pens are often used indoors, are configurable and there are even portable ones can be found on ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - What About Our Animals In These Trying Times? - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2008 from Karen NowakOur animals sense all of our emotions. There is nothing new there. But what about during these trying economic times, when everyone is feeling the strain? During times of personal trauma in human lives our animals sense our fears, our insecurities, our lack of trust. Why would it be any ...
Views: 1157 - 5 Tips to Effectively Cope With Pet Loss - by Submitted on Oct 11, 2009 from Becky KimesThe death of your companion animal could be one of the most significant losses in your life. This loss will be accompanied by grief and the physical manifestations associated with it such as crying, fatigue, depression, loss of appetite, apathy, sleeplessness or oversleeping, anger, guilt and ...
Views: 1156(3 votes) - Superstitions and Your Pet – Pet Nanny - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2015 from Colleen SedgwickAnimals have played a big role throughout human civilization, so it's no wonder we have so many superstitions surrounding pets! While a lot of superstitions may seem crazy, there are actually practical reasons for others. Check out our list below to find out what sort of old-world beliefs may ...
Views: 1156 - “Poodle Puppy Training Made EASY & FAST In 5 Steps!” - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2008 from Tiffany HarrisIf you want a loving and well-behaved dog and a joy to have around the house and anywhere you take him please follow these five steps. There are plenty of reasons why dog training at home should be taken with care and determination. Step # 1: Gentle Reinforcement. If you want a gentle Poodle ...
Views: 1156(1 vote) - How To Housebreak Your Jack Russell - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Mark FernandezGetting a new puppy can be a wonderful experience, but one thing that probably isn’t so exciting is the prospect of toilet training. If you start early enough, this process is not as difficult as it may seem because Jack Russells love routine and housebreaking is all about enforcing a new ...
Views: 1154 - Lukas’ Knows He’s Lukas: World’s Smartest Horse Passes Self-Awareness Test - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Karen MurdockLukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has joined an elite group: those with the capacity for self-awareness. He has proved that he is able to recognize his ...
Views: 1154 - Understanding Dog Pack Behavior - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Louise JohnstonIt’s important to understand dog pack behavior because in the wild and in our homes, any group of dogs needs to get along in order to stay together. A pack of dogs normally consists of a leader (alpha) dog or bitch and one or more other dogs of lesser (beta) rank. In the home, the pack usually ...
Views: 1154 - Ultimate Pet Websites - Making Your Pet Sitting Service Renowned on the Net - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoThe Ultimate Pet Websites has different packages for every organization, whether big or small, or even those with limited budget. Each package includes security or software updates with backup updates every week. The package is also 99.9% guaranteed for uptime and unlimited storage and ...
Views: 1153(1 vote) - Communicate with Your Pets - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2009 from Cherie VerginiAnimal Communication is widely recognized by rescues and humane societies all over the world as a means to understand an animal’s perceptions. Mental energy is transferred between animal and communicator, mind-to-mind. Physical distance is irrelevant to the process. Information is related ...
Views: 1152 - Gain knowledge the top six Options In Persian Cats Study - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Mark ShermanYep, Persian cat may not shed a lot but seeing that of its long furs, they tend to get in the way of what the cat is doing. One problem with its fur is that when your cat poops, many of it gasoline to its fur making the cat look dirty and smell bad too. Another problem is that it easily gets ...
Views: 1152 - How to Get Frontline Plus Cheap and What to Take Into Account When Buying It - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Nivedita SainiPets are loved by all. One wants to provide utmost care for one’s pet. Ticks and fleas infestation makes this task seem impossible. The monstrous parasite causes itching, rashes and allergies; can cause severe case of anemia. Besides proving to be menace on its own, it can also act as vector for ...
Views: 1152 - What to Feed Your Cat If It Has Feline Hyperthyroidism – 3 Suggestions for Better Nutrition - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Alex HowellEveryone who has the cat sick of hyperthyroidism only tries to find out the right treatment and oversees other important factors that can improve the condition. You should ask yourself what to feed your cat if it has feline hyperthyroidism, on a daily basis. That very moment when you realize ...
Views: 1152 - Aquarium Live Plants - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Mac grathGravel is essential to your aquarium most especially if you are using natural plants. It will help in holding plant roots and provide the foundation for the biological and under gravel filtration. Since gravel comes in different sizes and colours, the advised size is 4 to 6 millimeters because ...
Views: 1151(3 votes) - The journey versus the destination. - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Vickie GriffithEvery morning on my daily walk with our two dogs, Sparky walks nicely by my side. Surrey, on the other hand, pulls and pulls, straight ahead, tight on the leash. If I walk faster she pulls harder. She may not know where she is going, but she knows she needs to get there faster. When we stop ...
Views: 1151(2 votes) - Designing and Maintaining a Backyard Pond or Water Feature - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Kirt HerronenThere are many ways to create your own unique backyard ponds or water gardens and we have some advice to help make it a fun and easy experience. Before creating your water feature determine what your goals are. Are you trying to attract local wildlife, like frogs, turtles and birds? Would you ...
Views: 1150 - Fast and Affordable Eliminall Flea Treatments to Rid Your Home Of Fleas - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2012 from Philip FallThe problem with many leading flea treatments is that they can be very expensive. This can be difficult for those families on tight budgets. Fortunately you can now buy Eliminall flea treatments online. These are both effective and affordable and offer powerful flea treatments for the domestic ...
Views: 1150 - Get Started Right: Training Your Dog - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Ron GordonThe three most important aspects to a successful training plan and dealing with many of the behaviour problems involve: Heavy, Excessive exercise - A tired dog is a good dog Leadership - Most problems come when there is a lack of leadership in the relationship. being a good leader means being ...
Views: 1150 - Why Dogs Make Better Friends Than People - by Submitted on May 07, 2009 from Jay J. WhoodsDo you know why they call a dog mans best friend? Because if a man locked his dog and his wife outside the house all night long, the dog would still be happy to see him the next day. Isn’t that true? It seems that almost no matter how we may fail, our four legged friends are always happy to see ...
Views: 1150 - Why Your Dog Doesn't Behave - And What To Do About It - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Cameron CarterEven though dogs have been domesticated, they still have natural instincts that are just as much a part of them today as they were in the wild. Understanding those instincts and using them to your advantage is the key to training your pup and ending bad dog behavior quickly. In the wild, ...
Views: 1150 - Top 5 Causes of Stress in Cats - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterEverybody gets stressed out sometime in their lives. As humans we get multiple options on how to deal with stress. However, most people don't know that your house cat also gets stressed out, leading to any number of behavior issues. Here are a few helpful bits of information to understanding ...
Views: 1149 - Family And Pet Friendly Breaks - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2012 from karla hineThe weather has been just glorious recently with wall-to-wall sunshine and beautiful warm sunny evenings. Earlier in the week I was in Buttermere with my sister Amy and our dog Rosie. Now based in Florida, Amy is used to arid flat landscapes so she was completely bowled over by the lush greenery ...
Views: 1148 - The Ins & Outs Of Boarding Kennels: Choose One That's Right For Your Pet - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2008 from Shelly Dog ExpertThis is the one time every year that you dread: leaving your loving companion at home. You have tried to make trip arrangements for your dog, too; but for whatever reason (your dog’s age, temperament, the destination or length of trip), you just will not be able to take him with you. ...
Views: 1148 - NEVER Give Your Dog These 7 Things - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Cameron CarterSince humans and dogs have a different bodies and metabolisms, dogs cannot eat the same things a human can. To protect your dog from some serious problems here are the 7 things a dog should never ingest. 1. Certain bones: A lot of people believe it is ok for dogs to eat bones, but the reality ...
Views: 1147(1 vote) - Pet Health Insurance Models - What Pet Owners Need To Know - by Submitted on May 03, 2018 from Jack HillJust like the human insurance for individuals, the health insurance for pets is also available in the market. As the bills for the treatment of the humans are getting expensive, so is the case with the health bills of the pets. This calls in for a need of an insurance model which is going to aid ...
Views: 1147 - The Most Child Friendly Dogs - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Joy RandelDifferent dog breeds are best suited for different situations. Choosing a dog breed based on looks can spell big trouble. You need to consider multiple things when looking for the best dog for your family. Temperament, disposition, size, and energy level top the list. While it may be more ...
Views: 1147 - How harmful are dog fleas for a dog - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Paul RyanHow harmful are dog fleas for a dog Every pet lover has heard of dog fleas some time or the other. Dog fleas and ticks are nothing but a nuisance on the dog. They carry host of disease and causes considerable arm to the pet. If you want to get rid of fleas and ticks then read on to find out ...
Views: 1146(1 vote) - The House Of Animal Charities - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Christine LayugThe US is considered as the center of all animal charities. Though animal charities can be seen on any country, the US houses some of the largest animal charities in the world such as HSUS or the Humane Society of the United States and the ASPCA or the American Society for the Prevention of ...
Views: 1146 - Welcome to the World of Affection via Tonkinese Cats - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from Cody Holpp‘The words cat and cute are not only similar to hear, but are quite similar literally as well,’ said a former TV presenter. Like dogs, cats also have a special place in the drama called life. Cats, like happiness come in different shapes, sizes and colors. One such colorful breed is the ...
Views: 1146 - De-Flea and De-Stress With an Effective Cat Flea Treatment - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2012 from Philip FallThey are dreaded by cat owners everywhere and are not exactly favourable for cats either; yes, we are talking about the nasty attack of the fleas. Fleas can cause a lot of distress to both the animal and the owner and can even lead to the development of a disease in your cat, if not properly ...
Views: 1145 - Tick Paralysis In Dogs - Treatment - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Joey MaxinIt is caused by ticks which excrete a toxin that affects the nervous system of mammals, more specifically caused from female tick bites, and it can turn deadly if not treated. When a tick bites, the results can be a flaccid paralysis, which ends up leaving your pooch feeling weak, with ...
Views: 1145 - A Quick Glance at the Lhasa Apso - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis breed was said to have originated from Tibet, and considered to be exclusive – meaning not everybody could get their hands on this cute dog. It was kept amongst the noble families, and was never available for sale. The only way you could get one was if it was given to you, but the odds of ...
Views: 1144 - Havanese Puppies Sassy Charmers with Attitude - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2012 from Daniel BooneAre you ready to add a fluffy pup to your home? Then consider a Havanese pup and discover why these animals are beloved by so many doting owners. When searching for Havanese puppies for sale you need to be sure that you are dealing with a reputable dog breeder. We are happy to provide ...
Views: 1144 - Home Flea Remedies for Pets - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Misti SandefurYou've done everything you know to do for your pet without subjecting him to the dangerous chemical flea control products. Despite your best efforts, though, the fleas keep coming back. You're frustrated and tired of fighting what you believe is a no-ending battle. So, what do you do? Maybe ...
Views: 1144 - Impact Your Health with a Rescue Pet - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2019 from Carol NovelloAmericans are constantly looking for new solutions to improve health and well-being and solve troublesome health problems — and given the reality of American physical health statistics, this is not surprising. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 70 percent of adults in the ...
Views: 1142 - Can You Handle A Chow Chow? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Chow Chow is an extremely cute dog, which is often perceived by many to be a teddy bear or lion. This breed has been around for thousands of years originating from Mongolia, where they were kept as watch dogs. What makes it so special and different from other pets is its fierce loyalty. On ...
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