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- MARS RETROGRADE IN 2012 - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Judith RyanHave you noticed a change in your life since Mars went retrograde on January 24, 2012? This astrological occurrence only happens roughly every two years and two months. Whenever Mars goes into a seemingly backward spin, it may seem like your life is following suit too! Mars is essentially ...
Views: 2285(1 vote) - My Dog Training Kits - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2010 from lily chenI started this year thinking I would never be able to trust my elkhound with any other dogs. As a puppy he had been badly frightened by a bull terrier and there was no way he was going to have that happen again. He used to lunge and bark frantically and given half a chance try to attack other ...
Views: 1515(2 votes) - Nature Needs Us so Keep Animals Safe - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2013 from Katie ClearyAnimals by far have always been considered species which are secondary or rather adjunctive to the human species. From the olden days humans have been using animals for all possible activities ranging from utility to pleasure. It would not be wrong if one says that the day the human species was ...
Views: 820(1 vote) - 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) - Night Comforters and Heartbeat Toys Can Soothe Your New Puppy - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Axel PricePeople who bring home new puppies wish that they could talk! This will at least lessen the frustration that you will have to experience and will make it easier for you to deal with puppies that are naturally nervous and not happy on their first night in a different environment. Fortunately, ...
Views: 4119(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) - Organic Pet Food - Why Natural Does Not Mean the Same As Organic? - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2009 from Chef Marty RichardsonOrganic food enjoys an ever-widening consumer base and rightly so, as it is better for people and the environment. However, when it comes to feeding your pets, most people don't know organic pet food exists. Most people treat their pets like 4-legged children, some going so far as to literally ...
Views: 1480(4 votes) - Pet care tips and information for animal lovers - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Aditi MalhotraLike any other member of our family, pets also hold a special place in our lives, in our family. It is our responsibility to provide best care to them to ensure their overall well being. Caring for your pet is not hard if we follow some basic tips. The most important aspect to keep your pets ...
Views: 715(1 vote) - Pet food needs to be healthy! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2011 from Nina AndersonPET FOOD NEEDS TO BE HEALTHY! by Nina Anderson In light of the recent pet food recall, we encourage pet owners to read Super Nutrition for Dogs n’ Cats, a pertinent book that explains what is really in or missing from our pet food. Author Nina Anderson explains, “our favorite TV moose who ...
Views: 1809(1 vote) - Pet Loss: How to Overcome Guilt - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Becky KimesYou had no way of knowing that a car’s backfiring would frighten your dog so badly he’d jump the fence, get lost, wander on to a busy street and be tragically struck by a car and killed. Or that your cat would be caught and torn up by a pack of coyotes. Or that the hay you bought from a ...
Views: 2557(3 votes) - Pet Natural Products Are Often More Effective - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2009 from Paul RodgersAs a loving pet owner, you know you must make informed and educated decisions when choosing treatment options for your pet. Natural pet products are a choice that you can feel good about providing to your pet without worrying that you may be giving him something harmful or something that simply ...
Views: 987(1 vote) - Practical Ways to Stop Dog Barking - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2013 from Tony GreenDog barking can be helpful especially if people with bad intentions attempt to break into your house. But if your dog continuously barks even at his own shadow, that's not healthy anymore, and you need to do something to stop it. First of all you should know the common causes of dog barking. ...
Views: 870(1 vote) - Preferred Flea Control Methods - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Paul RyanFleas--an inside perspective Fleas are tiny bloodsucking creatures that feed on cats, dogs and other animals. They are nimble; do not have wings and moves quickly. Some pets possess a greater sensitivity to flea saliva. Apart from being annoying, these parasites can pose a threat to cats and ...
Views: 920(1 vote) - Protection from dog fleas and ticks is important in summer for your darling dog - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2013 from Paul RyanFew days back I have seen my pet scratching and barking in a pain, I thought he must be feeling warm and irritated because of changing temperature. But I was wrong as I went near him and checked his whole body along with fur then I came to know that there were lots of fleas present on his body. ...
Views: 845(1 vote) - Puppy Problems? These Four Sure Fire Strategies Will Let You Stop All Of Them - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Tom AppleTeaching a young puppy dog may possibly sound as being a discouraging process, specifically when it turns out that your new furry friend isn't as lovable as you assumed (for example: eliminates on the flooring, consumes his own feces etc.). There is a selection of frequent puppy problems for ...
Views: 645(1 vote) - Puppy Training Tricks for All Breeds - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dawn BowmanA brand new pup in a household of people who love dogs produces in a lot of warm emotions. However in addition to those warm and fuzzy emotions, a new puppy dog may cause plenty of doggy issues. If the dog is well trained when it arrives in the family, then things may go a good deal smoother. ...
Views: 966(2 votes) - Put In A Stunning Fish Tank To Your Home Or Workplace - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Nadine GodfreyModern aquarium design having an acrylic fish tank has brought aquarium ownership into an entirely new trend of beauty. Aquariums have always drawn attention because of their colors and display of fascinating aquatic life. These aquariums offer you a completely different underwater experience ...
Views: 1544(1 vote) - Quick Tricks for Administering Pet Meds to Fussy Cats and Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from sims jeffEvery loving pet owner’s worst nightmare is having their dog or cat get sick. Pets, of course, are like members of the family, but illnesses can be frustrating even tougher to bear since they can’t communicate exactly what’s wrong. Furthermore, it’s difficult to make a special dog or cat ...
Views: 894(2 votes) - Relieving your pet from dangerous flea and ticks - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2012 from Paul RyanRelieving your pet from dangerous flea and ticks Pet comfort and their health both are essential facts for the well-being of any pet and directly connected to care and prevention provided to them by the pet owners. Once your pet gets infected with the parasites like flea, ticks and other blood ...
Views: 680(1 vote) - Self-Improvement Benefits From Owning a Dog - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2011 from Kelly MarshallDid you know that your dog can actually help improve your overall self-confidence and self-esteem? It is true for many reasons, but mostly due to the way dogs love you unconditionally. It is this unconditional love that they give to you that helps you feel more accepted when out with friends or ...
Views: 1932(1 vote) - Symptoms and Treatment of Lyme Disease in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Cristian StanThe Lyme disease is quite a new disease. It has been found recently in the north and western parts of the US. The alarming thing about this disease is that it can be transmitted form dogs to humans quite easily. Since 1975 this disease has been a constant sign of concern in all the states of the ...
Views: 828(1 vote) - The Adventures of Hobo the Dog - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2009 from Shelly Dog ExpertRin Tin Tin wasn't the only German Shepherd on the screen “back in the day,” nor was Hollywood the only source of drama, pathos and heroism on four paws. In the late 1950s a black and white film made in Canada that was about the travels of a remarkable German Shepherd Dog who eschewed the ...
Views: 2954(3 votes) - The Good Karma of Adopting Animals - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Caryn ColganHeavy clouds hung low over the mountains as she made her way to South Lake Tahoe’s animal rescue center. Part of her thought she was crazy to be driving so far to look at a dog she wasn’t even sure she wanted and the other part had missed having an animal in her home. Either way, she was driving ...
Views: 1815(2 votes) - The Healing Touch of Animals - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Gwen RousseauMy relationship with Reiki started long before I even knew the word "Reiki". My first "teacher" was my beloved cocker spaniel named Prince. I was convinced he could read my mind which I later learned he was actually reading my energy. Prince was my constant companion, my playmate, my friend, as ...
Views: 1007(1 vote) - The Importance of Pets for Senior Adults - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Cheryl CulbertsonPets can play an important role in our lives as we age. Part of the sense of self-esteem is obviously the consciousness of being useful. Pets, therefore, make it possible also for older people to satisfy such needs by enabling them to look after somebody, yes, to have to look after somebody and ...
Views: 3116(1 vote) - 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) - The Proper Age To Begin Training Your Puppy - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from TOMMIE L HOWARDThere are many reasons why dogs get trained. Trained dogs can be useful both as companions and to accomplish work. Dogs are usually very eager to please their masters. Their desire to please makes them ideal pets. This article can help make your dog training efforts easier for your dog and ...
Views: 1597(1 vote) - The Story of Rin Tin Tin - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Shelly Dog ExpertMaybe the world's best known, best loved German Shepherd Dog, protector and best friend, Hollywood star and World War I survivor, Rin Tin Tin's line survives and thrives to this very day. Pretty good for an orphan pup, sole survivor of a bombed German war dog kennel in Lorraine, France. Rin ...
Views: 2119(2 votes) - Tips To Effectively Stop A Dog Digging - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2010 from Cathy ClarkDigging is naturally built into some dogs. Some breeds are more disposed to dig than others however any dog can become a troublesome digger. There are any number of motives why dogs dig, it is a very natural behavior for dogs, so it may be better to control digging rather than get rid of ...
Views: 742(1 vote) - Training of thoroughbred horses for horse racing gamesSubmitted on Feb 19, 2010 from sillivan markWhen a horse steps onto the race track for a horse racing game, it is a culmination of many hours of training. Few people understand the amount of work that must be done in order to prepare a horse for a racing game. It is a long process, one that never really ends. Race horse trainers know ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Training Puppies not to Bite: Tips and Tricks - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dawn BowmanIt is always a very good thing to get a a puppy home to add to the family. It creates a warm feeling with family particularly when they are puppy lovers. However, without a doubt taking good care of the doggie will involve a lot of irritation and requires lots of patience. But, it is resolved by ...
Views: 880(2 votes) - True Talent - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2011 from Vickie GriffithMany of us have a talent that we are born with. Many of us don’t use our talent and choose instead to move through our lives working at a mundane daily job that sucks the life out of us. We’d feel like a failure if we were to up and switch careers, wouldn’t we? But we can choose to take that ...
Views: 1274(1 vote) - Types and Symptoms of Dog Skin Allergies - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2011 from Jennifer GredsonThere are different causes for dog skin allergies. Just the same, there are also different ways in which they could manifest. The only positive note on this fact is that it is pretty easy to spot when your pet is suffering from skin allergies and so you can easily find a way to help them out. ...
Views: 489(1 vote) - Types Of Dog Skin Allergies And Their Symptoms - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Jennifer GretsonMore dogs have allergies today then ever before. Estimates reveal that as many as one out of every seven dogs displays symptoms of an allergy. In fact, dog skin allergies are the number one reason why owners bring their pets to a veterinarian. Heredity is believed to contribute to these ...
Views: 653(1 vote) - Understanding FeLV and How You Can Prevent It - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Cristian StanFeline Leukemia (FeLV) is a viral disease that cats of any age can acquire. Your cat can get this through: • Bites • Birth (mother to offspring transmission) • Cat to cat transmission through saliva, feces, and urine When an infected cat comes in contact with healthy one, he could ...
Views: 861(2 votes) - Understanding of Dogs Behaviours - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2012 from Colin SealBefore you try to get this done, read and view the following facts, issues and concepts. These types of originating from animal experts. Barking is typical for many dogs. However, excessive barking has stopped being natural. These animals bark for a plethora of reasons, perhaps the biggest ...
Views: 793(1 vote) - Ways to Prevent Feline Leukemia - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Cristian StanWhen a cat has Feline Leukemia, his immune system will be compromised. Apart from this, he also develops anemia and the growth of abnormal tumors. He develops other diseases such as cancer. He will most likely live around 3.5 more years, as a majority of FeLV-infected cats do. If you are a ...
Views: 956(2 votes) - What Are Dog Hot Spots And How To Treat Them - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Jennifer GretsonAn abnormal area of the body that loses fur, and perhaps leaks a fluid or becomes dry and patchy might indicate that your dog has dog hot spots. These skin lesions result from bacterial infestation of the area, but usually require some type of environmental cause that allows the bacteria to get ...
Views: 827(1 vote) - What Is the Importance of Giving Your Puppy a Heartbeat Toy? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Cesar MulerHave you ever wondered how the puppy toy such as a heartbeat toy benefits the puppy that you just brought home? Puppies are like kids; they want to be always close to their mothers and siblings. They will not be happy when you take them to a new place without seeing the family they have become ...
Views: 2673(1 vote) - What to do when your dog is diagnosed with dog fleas - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2013 from Paul RyanDogs and cats are some of the most and majorly preferred animal species that finds a special mention in the homes of animal lovers. Dogs and cats lovers are extremely touchy and emotional when it comes to taking care of them in any manner. They take extreme care of dogs and cats so that they not ...
Views: 691(1 vote) - When Do I Spay or Neuter My Pet? - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Debbie FranklinFamilies often ask when they should spay or neuter their dog. This issue has been debated among the experts for a while. While I have always offered my opinion, I also advise families to discuss the pros and cons with their vet in order to make the best decision for them. From my research and ...
Views: 959(1 vote) - When Is a Puppy Comforter Necessary? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from George VelvetA puppy comforter, also called a night comforter for puppies, is necessary when you buy a new puppy. There are some things that you must be doing to help your pet adapt o its new environment, and there are also things that you must prepare in advance. Besides buying a new puppy comforter or a ...
Views: 2077(1 vote) - Why Antioxidants Are Important in Puppy Food - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Eugenej MunozImportance of Choosing Puppy Food Puppy food is one of the most important things to pay attention to when you have a puppy running around the house. They need wholesome food that will give them the energy they need to stay active and live a healthy life, keep this in mind when deciding on ...
Views: 881(1 vote) - Why it's crucial to cure dog fleas with a safe flea cure only - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Paul RyanAre you a proud and devoted dog lover? Have you ever wandered into your thoughts as to despite your extreme care regime for your beloved dogs, what would you do if he gets trapped by a condition called dog fleas? Yes, with all due respect to your all extreme steps that you must have taken to ...
Views: 836(1 vote) - Wireless Fence Ensures Doggie’s Safety - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from trinity smithAs caring and concerned dog owners, it is usually important to give our pets not only the right care but proper training as well. Efficient training usually starts as early as when the puppy is five or six months old. Well most dog owners who are kind of busy at work prefer hiring a trainer to ...
Views: 691(2 votes) - 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: 1765(1 vote) - Your Pets Are Part Of The Family Too - So Give Them Healthy Food and Treats - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Tania LawsonWHY CHOOSE FLINT RIVER RANCH PET FOOD FOR MY DOGS and CATS? Pet Lovers have learned there is a considerable difference in the nutritional & health value and digestibility of natural foods in comparison to those foods containing chemical preseratives, fillers, artificial flavors and ...
Views: 1329(3 votes) - Frontline Spray: Prevention is a Key Course in Getting Rid of Fleas and Ticks - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2009 from Sandy ScottOn the Spring and Summer, fleas and ticks infestation are likely harm our pets. This buggers are tough to control once they start to infesting our pets. But we never let this little buggers in to begin with, the key course is prevention. If you use a good flea and ticks preventative, in regular ...
Views: 1511(4 votes) - Dogs - A Solution to Depression - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2009 from Becky KimesPeople are discovering that dogs really are proving to be man's best friend. In recent years more and more studies are linking pets, especially dogs, with people successfully coping with depression. Researchers at the University of Missouri School of Veterinary Medicine found that people who ...
Views: 1188(3 votes) - Pets: Agents for Self-Mastery - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Elaine CorreiaThe photo in the newspaper tugged at my heart. Something about the expression in the eyes. Still I resisted, not sure I wanted the commitment of a dog. Something urged me to just ‘take a look’. For several years, I had held in the back of my mind, the image of a loving, friendly, small and ...
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