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- 7 Natural Cat Behaviors - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cameron CarterHave you ever wondered why your feline friends acts they way they do? What makes them want to stalk, scratch, greet you, purr, or at times be a complete loner? What makes them so independent? They really only require humans to fulfill a couple of needs then from there they can mostly take care ...
Views: 693 - Top Four Reasons Your Cat Might Be Spraying - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cameron CarterIt doesn't matter if you have a young kitten or a full grown cat, it's still just as frustrating when they are not using their litter box, as they should. However, it is NEVER OK to discipline your feline friend. This is not how cats learn, and will just make them fear you. Before you make any ...
Views: 629 - Things to Consider Before Getting a Giant Schnauzer - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis breed originated from Germany - the term Schnauzer is German for “muzzle”, which is a term referring to the “barrel of the gun”. So Giant Schnauzer would mean giant barrel of the gun, which is in some way related to its intended purpose in the past. During World War I, this pooch was used ...
Views: 644 - 3 Best Dog Products to Make Your Pooch Happy, Healthy and Beautiful - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Jenny GregorichIf you love your pooch very much, then you have landed on the right place. This passage is all about the best dog products that are available today. When it comes to buying the dog products, there are three items such as the dog cloths, dog beds and the dog carriers that are indispensable. These ...
Views: 694 - What's So Good About The Pekingese - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraA breed bred as pets for Imperial Families in China is now very popular amongst the average citizen. The Pekingese is also known as The Little Lion Dog of Peking, because it originated from China. A very beautiful pooch, small, and a bundle of joy to own. The coat of this dog has an abundance of ...
Views: 719 - Our Pets Offer Unconditional Love - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2009 from Janie BehrCaring for a pet, such as walking or playing with your dog, teaching your dog tricks all are very rewarding and many times gives a person the unconditional love that they can't get anywhere else. My dogs are always happy to see me, never judge me, and love me no matter what is going on. They ...
Views: 1044 - Scottish Terrier Training - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe icon dog breed of Scotland. It has tight fur, that is quite hard. Hair is short, but is long and wavy on areas above its legs. It has a beard as well, which is also long and wavy. Colors usually come in black, brown, wheaten, and many other variations. Their ears are something in between ...
Views: 652 - Is There Such Thing As Dog Constipation? - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraConstipation doesn't just happen to humans, but to animals as well. Dog constipation is no different from the disorder experienced by people. They too will have difficulty in expelling their poop. For those not familiar with the condition, it is the hardening of feces/poop in the colon, ...
Views: 605 - Healthy Cat Food - How To Choose - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2009 from Lori MatthewsEven though there are many companies out there that claim to care about the well-being of your cat, they simply do not and they prove that by not having their main ingredient an animal protein. Many companies will use "filler" ingredients as the main ingredient in the cat food that they ...
Views: 761 - Dog Disease: Canine Distemper - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis is a very dead serious disease. Once your pet is infected, the virus makes it way to the lymphoid and nervous system. From there it will make its way to the respiratory system and then the gastrointestinal system as well. That's a lot of systems for one type of virus to infect. Because of ...
Views: 726 - Molding an Irish Setter - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraYet another beautiful breed of the dog species. What makes this pet so popular is its coat, which is long, silky, and soft. Its fur comes usually comes in solid colors – shades of red to mahogany. Hair strands are slightly waved, covering its entire body, including the belly and legs. Its ears ...
Views: 602 - Book Review: The Merck/Merial Manual for Pet Health - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Pets. Many of us love our pets. We love our dogs, our cats, our rabbits, and our ferrets. We also learn from our pets and grow with our pets. The following websites relating to Pets have been reviewed by the editorial staff at ...
Views: 921 - Definition: Pets - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Douglas PakA pet is an animal kept for companionship and enjoyment or a household animal, as opposed to livestock, laboratory animals, working animals or sport animals, which are kept for economic reasons. The most popular pets are noted for their loyal or playful characteristics, for their attractive ...
Views: 3915 - Puppy Training Tips for House Training - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2009 from Kevin LynchIt is always a fun and exciting time when you get a new puppy. Puppies melt your heart with their adorable antics and their cute faces but as every new puppy owner soon learns there is one difficult aspect that they all must contend with and that is puppy house training. You will need to ...
Views: 540 - Dachshund Raising - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraDachshund, when translated into the English language, literally means “badger dog”. Equipped with a great sense of smell, their original purpose was to track and kill land-burrowing animals. At present, some hunters still use this breed as such, but the majority of the population found another ...
Views: 701 - Cute Breeds: Pomeranian - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThis picky eater looks like a feather duster with legs. It is small, weighing only 3-7 pounds and stands 7-12 inches at average. Its fur, which makes it look bigger than it actually is, comes in many colors, usually solid. Some colors may include black, brown, orange, and even blue. Many ...
Views: 575 - Dog Food Poisoning - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraBad things can come in packages nicely wrapped. Looks can be so deceiving. This is very true for dogs. They just love taking peeks in garbage cans in search for a meal. It's just so appealing to them. Food on the floor with flies swarming around it is the apple of their eyes. Keeping a look out ...
Views: 1292 - Outdoor Trends for Indoor Friends - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2009 from Hannah KeeleyWhen the weather warms up, my dog Oscar wants nothing more to run outside and play right alongside the kids. As a matter of fact, I do believe he thinks he’s one of them! But as fun as it is to romp outside with your furry friends, every season brings its fair share of problems. This spring, ...
Views: 547 - What You Should Ask of Your Dog Traininer - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2009 from brian spilnerOften when people go looking for trainers they ask a few questions before making their decision. Sometimes the questions asked involve pricing and scheduling and rarely go beyond that. Achieving the appropriate training goals for your dog can be a daunting process; however, if you find the right ...
Views: 705 - Diabetes In Humans And Dogs? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraA person who has diabetes won't be able to produce or utilize insulin efficiently. Insulin is a hormone that is needed for the glucose management. An obvious sign would be increased levels of sugar, dizziness, and thirst. Another symptom would include “sweetness in breath”. Some may find that to ...
Views: 506 - ***10 Easy Steps to a Happy, Healthy Dog - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2009 from Robin KNo other animal on the planet has managed to have the same unique and loving relationship with its owner as the loveable dog. They’re our friends, protectors and family. Therefore, it’s only natural that we want our canine friends to be as happy and healthy as possible, which is why I’ve created ...
Views: 2008(1 vote) - Preventing Canine Infectious Hepatitis - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraCanine Infectious Hepatitis - a virus that mainly attacks the dog's liver. Aside from the liver it also infects other organs such as the kidneys or even the lymphoid system. A pet hosting the disease will show several symptoms, the 1st usually being a fever. A sudden increase in the dogs ...
Views: 494 - What you need to know about alternative therapies for dogs - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2009 from Simon BroderickMany of us these days like to supplement our traditional medication with alternative therapies. It seems that for every medication you read about, there is some horrible side effect that is possible, and some of us have been unfortunate enough to suffer from some of these side effects, so it is ...
Views: 468 - Keeping Your Cat As Healthy As Possible - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Cristian StanIf you want to make sure that your cat remains healthy most of the time, the main tips we can give you is to give her good food, enough water and a good shelter. But, ultimately you can't stop a cat from getting sick. If you own a cat, you should make sure that you give her the best food ...
Views: 589 - How To Handle Cat Allergies - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Cristian StanWhen it comes to popular pets that people keep in their house, cats are the winners by a long shot. Over 50% of all families living in the US have either cat or a dog. Even though they are so loved, a lot of people have cat allergies. According to the statistics, there are more than 10 million ...
Views: 725 - Your Guardian Angel: The Doberman Pinscher - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe Doberman Pinscher has been bred to become the perfect guard dog. It is tall and lean, standing an average of 26 to 28 inches. Muscular as well, it weighs 66-68 pounds, which of course is mostly muscle. Because of its slender but solid build, it's an agile and fast creature. It is highly ...
Views: 966 - Gentle Detox for Animals - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Kay Aubrey-ChimeneIn today's world, we are bombarded by toxicity. Toxins from foods, water, medications, chemicals used to "protect" us from weeds, bugs and parasites. And no one is hit with more toxins than our animals. While the FDA prevents food manufacturers from adding the worst of the culprits to our ...
Views: 2058 - Cat Behavior Facts Few People Know - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Cameron CarterEpics, novels and movies have always portrayed cats as unpredictable and moody creatures. Many consider cats as mysterious creatures. However, the truth cannot be further from this. A cat is as normal and predictable as any other animals. The only condition is that we need to know what to expect ...
Views: 737 - Could Stress be the Cause of Your Cat's Strange Behavior? - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Cameron CarterIs your cat acting out of the ordinary? Do they seem to be getting more aggressive to you, members of family, or other pet friends in your home? Do they seem afraid of things they weren't afraid of previously? Or are they afraid for no reason at all? For any of these or any other strange ...
Views: 711 - Housetraining Your New Puppy - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2009 from Kevin LynchWe all love our new puppies. They are cute and cuddly, fun and playful. We enjoy almost every aspect of being a new puppy owner. Except for that one thing that we all have to contend with, housetraining. Housetraining can be the most frustrating part of being a new puppy parent. But the ...
Views: 495 - Dog Grooming: Respect for Your Pet - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraIt's an eyesore to look at a messed up pooch. People look at a dirty dog with no respect or care. The borderline between stray and domesticated dogs vanishes here. Who's fault is it? It's not the pet's fault. Animals don't care much for what they look like. It is in the nature to run free and ...
Views: 569 - Going Mad from Your Meowing Cat? - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Cameron CarterIs your cat constantly meowing? A cat meowing can sure get irritating, especially since it usually gets louder when they don't get what they want. However, a cat doesn't just meow to hear themselves. They are trying to get a message across. What is your cat trying to tell you? Well, here are a ...
Views: 628 - The Top Five Ways to Handle Feline Aggression - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Cameron CarterCats have a reputation for being a little irritable. While they can make extremely loving and loyal pets, they do tend to have a mind of their own and in some aspects they can often act a little 'wild'. This often comes to light in the form of aggression and many cat owners often find ...
Views: 893 - How to Solve Your Cat's Scratching Problem - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Cameron CarterMost people believe that when you own a cat no training is necessary. Well, soon after owning a cat they find out different, and the surprise of living with their beloved pet can become frustrating. There are a number of problems that your cat could develop and a common one includes scratching. ...
Views: 501 - Cat Spraying - How to Stop Urine Spraying - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Cameron CarterFor many people, having their cat pick up the habit of urinating or spraying on the furniture or in the home is a distressing one. It is unsanitary, annoying to clean up and can cause social stress in the house. If your cat keeps on spraying, you need to be aware that there are a number of ...
Views: 679 - How to Toilet Train a Cat - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Kathrynn KelleyIf you have an indoor cat, it is important that it knows how to use a litter box, but it can be very convenient (and cool!) for the cat to use the toilet. This can make life with Kitty much more pleasant. Be Consistent Consistency is very important. When you are using the litter box initially, ...
Views: 517 - Kitten Training Explained - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Kathrynn KelleyBringing home a cute ball of fluff (otherwise known as a kitten) is always an exciting addition to anyone's family. Now I know you didn't forget the food dish with pouting fish to be sure that your kitten dines in fashion, and of course, you didn't forget the litter box. You're all set, ...
Views: 539 - House Training Your Kitty - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Kathrynn KelleyCats are relatively easy to housebreak - most of the time. However, there is always the exception to the rule, the little kitty rebel who refuses to conform to the structure of society, albeit it is a severely limited society consisting of you, the rest of the family, other pets and the house ...
Views: 429 - Cat Training - Coping with Difficult Cats - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2009 from Kathrynn KelleyCats, being very independent-minded animals, require very different training motivations and methods than dogs, which usually want to please their owners. Training a cat can be frustrating for the new or inexperienced owner, but there are methods that work. Kitten training is much easier than ...
Views: 3071 - You, Your Dog, and Rabies - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWhat is rabies? It is a disease that can be found in some wild and domestic animals. It is usually transmitted from an animal infected with the sickness, through a bite. The virus multiplies and continues to spread until it reaches the central nervous system. It will then progressively attack ...
Views: 520 - Afghan Hound: King of Dogs - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the oldest breeds, its bloodline can be traced back 4000 years. This dog is quite tall. Its height measures an average of 27 to 29 inches. It can weigh from 57-64 pounds. People into sophisticated looks will surely love it as a pet. It has long, thick and silky hair, that can come in any ...
Views: 728 - Enhancing Communication between Dogs & Dogs Owners - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2009 from brian spilnerIf you are a dog owner, odds are you have seen the infamous movie Look Who's Talking with John Travolta and other famed actors. The odds get even better when you consider how many dog owners attempt to talk to their dogs on a daily basis. Unfortunately, unlike the movie, our dogs do not talk ...
Views: 995 - Taming The Blue Pitbull - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraOne of the most stereotyped breeds up to date. When people hear the words “dog” and “attack”, they usually think of none other than the pitbull - a dog with a very bad reputation. This bad boy is short in height, but makes up for it with its very muscular build. It has a huge mouth with jagged ...
Views: 1228 - Dog Training - A Well Train Dog Is A Free Dog - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Catherine PotinThe two women greeted each other enthusiastically in the dog exercise park. They hadn't seen each other in a while. Originally they had met at puppy school where both of their dogs had entertained everyone else with their cute playfulness and high-jinks. As they watched on, the two dogs played ...
Views: 650(3 votes) - Teaching Your Dog Obedience - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraPerhaps obedience is the most important thing that any pet should render to its master. Dog obedience is a great thing to have. Having a defiant dog can create a lot of stress and problems for the owner. Its vital that you have control over your pet. Ruling it with an iron fist is out of the ...
Views: 532 - You Could Be Killing Your Dog without Even Knowing It - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Christiene VillanuevaCommonly referred to as “man’s best friend”, most dog owners regard their dogs as members of their family; in fact, some of them prefer to sleep next to their pet dogs rather than share the bed with their spouses. In recent years, dogs have become fashion icons, many thanks to Paris Hilton’s ...
Views: 1560(1 vote) - What You Should Know if Your Dog Has Hip Dysplasia - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Anne MingHip dysplasia in dogs is a very common disease, especially in young dogs, and happens as a result to an abnormal development of the hip joints. The most affected breeds are the large and the medium ones, but it can also affect the small breeds. The most cases of hip dysplasia can be found in ...
Views: 663 - What Should You Do if Your Dog Gets Parvo - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Anne MingDreaded as it may seem, there are dog parvo treatments that you can use at home. However, if your dog doesn’t have the necessary immunization from this disease and the puppy is quite young, you are better off taking your dog to the vet because the disease can really be critical. It has ...
Views: 691 - Dog Training: A Cure for Aggression - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraDogs are born innocent - there is no such thing as a dog breed where they are more inclined to violence. Most people stereotype breeds such as the Rottweiler and Pit bull as being a threat to the community. The only reason they are aggressive is because they have been brought up to be that way. ...
Views: 759 - Nutrition for Companion Carnivores - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2009 from Betty LewisNutrition for Companion Carnivores (Note: this discussion specifically talks about dogs, but is applicable to cats & ferrets as well.) Introduction Until recently zoologists classified dogs and wolves as separate species; now scientists have proclaimed that there is no differences between ...
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