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- Overprotective Pet Parenting: Are You Guilty? - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Colleen SedgwickAre you an overprotective pet parent? Most people are used to hearing that term associated with raising children, but do you take it a step further? While it’s not uncommon to be very attune to your beloved pets welfare it can be easy to slip into the overprotective category. Signs You’re An ...
Views: 954 - 9-Steps to Pet Sitting Business Success - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2015 from Colleen SedgwickSince 2001, I have been vigorously working on building a successful pet sitting business. I have read. I have studied. I have listened. I have researched. I have analyzed. I have implemented. I have streamlined. I have stretched. I have written. I have made mistakes and I’ve experienced amazing ...
Views: 1267 - Getting Out of a Slump with Veterinary Financing - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2014 from Susan CampbellIf you have noticed that revenues aren’t on track with what you were seeing at this time last year, it’s time to consider a few things about your veterinary practice. • Perhaps your competitors have become more visible than you? If that’s the case, you need to consider getting your name out ...
Views: 603 - Fun Ways to Stay Fit with Your Pooch - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from christine cubicoForget about those diet fads, it's time to get to know the latest craze. Perhaps, what I am about to tell you might give you a surprise. About a year ago, I used to gain too much weight. Can I put the blame on my job? I work late night shifts. And when I am up, there is nothing you could ...
Views: 709 - Learning to Decode Your Dog's Behavior - by Submitted on Nov 14, 2014 from christine cubicoIf only there were pet translators sold in the market, then life could have been easier when training your dogs. I am no dog whisperer, Cesar Millan has that title, I don't. But if a genie would appear in front of me, then wishing to communicate with animals would be part of the three wishes I ...
Views: 757 - Reiki on Children and Pets - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2014 from J CostaReiki is such a good modality to use in a practice. It not only relieves stress and eases pain but it does so much more. When I use Reiki depending what I am guided to do I use pressure points and some massage on the meridians. I remember when I first had graduated years ago and started to ...
Views: 1387 - A Day in the Life of a Pawrent - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2014 from christine cubicoCall me desperate, I don't mind. My husband and I may have been waiting for that day when people would be so excited for us. Although part of our plans is having our junior, I begin to understand. Perhaps, this isn't the right time, yet. Day Before Christmas A couple of years ago, I can ...
Views: 1108 - Here’s to Safe and Happy Holidays With Your Dog - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2014 from Susan CampbellWhen the weather begins to change and mounds of snow start to collect on your window sill, you know that the Christmas season is right around the corner. When stockings are hung by the chimney with care and one of them is stuffed with dog treats and pet toys, your pup knows that Christmas is ...
Views: 714 - Pets Are Okay, But I Love Humans - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2014 from Estelle GoldsteinAnimal mummies from ancient Egypt are featured on banners flying from poles here in middle-to-upper class southern California and I realized something significant but not earth-shaking. I didn’t care. I was fascinated with Egyptology back in the 4th grade when I built a model pyramid out ...
Views: 1018 - The Natural Way To Relieve Allergies In Dogs And Cats - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumIs your pet’s misery making you miserable too? Your dog won’t stop scratching. She whines and wiggles when you’re trying to relax on the couch. Or maybe it’s your cat . . . he paws at his ears, looking irritated. And you find telltale signs of digestive upset around the house. If you’re ...
Views: 1025 - Guide to Natural Animal Care with Aromatherapy – Prevention and Treatment Wide Variety Conditions & Essential Oils to Use - by Submitted on May 05, 2014 from KG StilesAnimals and pets love the delightful fresh scent and natural healing powers of essential oils. In this guide you'll find out the best essential oils to use to prevent and treat a wide variety of conditions for your animals and pets. Each recommended essential oil has a long history of ...
Views: 1630(1 vote) - A Beautiful Horse Rescue Story - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumYou could see the pure joy in each of the three horses as they charged across the field . . . Their tails flying in the wind . . . their hooves pounding . . . the whinnies and neighs filling the air . . . these horses were experiencing the kind of happiness that only comes on the heels of ...
Views: 1419 - ***Loving our pets, as they love us - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2014 from Philippa KingsleySharing our lives, opening our hearts to pure unconditional love. They are the best friends that we can ever have. They won’t let us down, they are always happy to see us, they don’t judge us in any form, they don’t look at us with utter disdain if we put on weight. They ...
Views: 5991(3 votes) - Pets have Personalities too - They are intregal parts of the fabric of our family. Memorium to :Taz" the Maine Coon Cat - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2014 from Marcia CammarataPets are precious parts of our family and have their own distinct personalities. This is a Memorium ro our beloved Cat Taz (who is he was and his personality. As a person would be a "Maritan personality " www.personalitypredictors.com/Martian. Intrepid, feisty and mischievous.) A Maine Coon ...
Views: 1145 - 3 "Wild" Reasons Your Pets May Need Pet Supplements - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2014 from Michael RosenbaumUnequivocally, our four-legged furry friends play a special role in our lives. They don’t nag us about our dirty socks or turn up their noses at our less fashionable duds. They comfort us when we’re down. And play with us when we’re feeling good. They keep us active. They help us ...
Views: 1085(1 vote) - Can Cats and Dogs Experience Depression? 10 Ways to tackle your Pets Blues Away - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2014 from Jennifer AdkinsNo one greets you at the door. The rattle of the leash goes unnoticed. Even a steak bone fails to generate much excitement. If your pouty pet doesn’t start showing some enthusiasm soon, you’re going to change her name to Debby downer or Gloom and Doom. It’s not uncommon for pets to come down ...
Views: 1206(1 vote) - What if Everything Really Was Perfect? - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2013 from Kumari MullinThis spring I experienced a monumental shift in awareness, and felt immersed in joy much of the time. It was as if a layer of worry and stress just peeled away from my Being, even my skin felt a bit overly tender and new, and worry had nowhere to land. Every time that a stressful thought ...
Views: 1609 - How to Prepare for Your New Kitten - by Submitted on Sep 12, 2013 from Harry MasterYou have decided which lucky kitten you are going to adopt, so now it is time to get your house prepared for the new family member! It is really important that your house is prepared properly for your new kitten, so they can settle in with you as soon as possible, take a look at this list of ...
Views: 985 - Dog Problem Barking - How to Deal with It - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2013 from Tony GreenDog problem barking is triggered by a lot of causes. Some of them are natural while most of them come from its condition or environment. There are certain dog breeds that bark more frequently than others, and one of these are the canines that belong to the terrier family. If you want to raise a ...
Views: 790 - Taking Charge of Your Results - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2015 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comThe weekend of July 14, 2013 was magnificent for my friend Marion. She rode her very first top level dressage tests called Prix St. George and received excellent scores, thus she will be receiving the Silver Medal from the United Dressage Federation in 2013. This is an amazing success story ...
Views: 971 - Horse Saddle Blanket : An Important Equipment For Equine - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2013 from Nisha JainwalThe structure that put on the equine back to provide support to both the rider and horse is called saddle. When one speak of saddle it is of course related to the horses. If you are planning for riding you definitely require horse saddle blanket. These items are directly placed over the horse ...
Views: 740 - 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: 678(1 vote) - Pain Relief for Dogs: What are the Options? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Susan CampbellPain management has a lot to do with healing and recovery. We know it is true for humans recovering from illness or surgery and, lately, studies have been performed showing that the same is true for our canine companions. Relieving the pain of injury or illness lowers stress and that, in turn, ...
Views: 800(1 vote) - Steps to Taking Care of Your Best Friend, Your New Kitten - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from Jhon FordCats are one of the easiest animals to take care of. They are less work than a dog. Most people who are animal lovers will tell you that the easiest pets to have are cats. They are very loving and affectionate, and they will adapt to the personality of their owners. So you are getting a pet ...
Views: 730 - Benefits Of Horse Saddle Blankets - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2013 from Nisha JainwalHorse saddle blankets are usually something which people usually relates when horse comes into the mind . If you are planning for the horse riding, you definitely need it. Even if you don't have to use the blanket with saddle, you will still require blanket sometimes. You will definitely need ...
Views: 764 - Stop Animal Abuse and adopt them - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2013 from Katie ClearyThings to consider before adopting a stray Have you seen those stray dogs, lying around your society gates or on roads nearby? They are those neglected stray dogs which no one cares for and who either die in a road accident or get diseases. Have you ever considered animal rescue through ...
Views: 671 - Do You Know Why Pet Registration Is Important? - by Submitted on Jul 18, 2013 from Nisha JainwalGetting your pet registered and the renewal of the license very year has become must in many cities of united state and in some part of the other part of the world as well. When buying a new pet from the breeder , people must keep in the mind that they are responsible for their pet ...
Views: 685 - 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: 1268(1 vote) - Large Breed Food - To stay your Dog Healthy Forever - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2013 from Kennel KitchenWhen you are dog lovers, you always wish to make your dog happy and satisfied as they can be aggressive if not get proper food they require. As far as health concerned, you can't give your pets food what you eat. For the health concerned people, Large Breed Food are offered online so that you ...
Views: 661 - Heartworms in dogs: A major problem - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Paul RyanAlso known as dirofilariasis, heartworms are caused by a parasite that is blood borne and is as Dirofilaria Immitis. The adult heartworms are found are found in the heart adjacent to the large blood vessels of the infected dogs. It is very rare that worms will be found in other parts of the ...
Views: 666(1 vote) - Tigers topping the list of endangered species - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2013 from Katie ClearyYou would certainly have heard about Wild Animals Rescue teams in the news. The people working at these organizations work hard to rescue the animal species that are in danger and will provide them proper food and shelter in the rescue camps. There are many animals around that need such care and ...
Views: 718 - Acknowledge the Value of Dog Training - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2013 from Colin SealTraining is not merely for behavior correction but a way of enhancing communication between you and your furry friend. Fortunately for dog owners, there is a trusty dog training collar that can help in this effort. Trust between man and dog is established due to regular training. Trust is ...
Views: 922 - Choose the correct dog boarding kennel to ensure the well-being of your pets - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2013 from Rohini AttardeVacation time is round the corner? You and your family members must be jumping with joy right? However, it may not be such a good time for your beloved pet dog who will be staying alone without his masters. You might be wondering what needs to be done in such cases. Well, you need not fret, as ...
Views: 841(1 vote) - How to Stop Barking Dogs During Night Time? - by Submitted on Jun 10, 2013 from Colin SealWhat's the first option in case your pet continues a woofing rampage practically getting out of bed the whole neighborhood? Could it be correct to throw your dog away or is it more beneficial to locate helpful methods to stop woofing dogs. You will find a lot of reasons with this possible ...
Views: 783 - The Secrets to Caring for Multiple Cats - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Tony GreenCats are known for being solitary animals, but it's actually very easy to let them get along with other cats. If you learn how to think in terms of how your pet cats think, caring for multiple cats inside your household won't really be that complicated. Look at the Situation in a Cat's Point ...
Views: 829 - 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: 633(1 vote) - Who Needs A Bird Aviary? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2013 from Jesse BurnsAviaries are also known as flight cages because of their size that allows birds to fly even in short distances. Many homeowners have seen the benefits of using an aviary in their backyard instead of just the small bird cages you'll normally see in your neighbor's backyards. As avid bird-lovers ...
Views: 710 - What is New About Dog Fence? - by Submitted on May 16, 2013 from Colin SealRead these dog owners: According to experts, the electronic dog fence is effective in keeping the family dog within your property and help dogs learn where their boundaries are. The system will teach the dog through instinct to keep away from the invisible barriers of this electronic mechanism. ...
Views: 630 - Dog owners have a big responsibility to train their dogs - by Submitted on May 15, 2013 from Colin SealOne of the most principle responsibilities of dog owners is training. This activity can be bolstered with the acquisition of the dog training collar. Understanding the dog breed’s body language can also prove invaluable. For instance, it is said that a dog with an upright and stiff tail that ...
Views: 779 - The main objective with Barking Dog problems is to train the dog. - by Submitted on May 14, 2013 from Colin SealNormal barking is when the dog suddenly barks at strangers, other pets and moving objects while unnecessarily barking refers to dogs barking without any reason at all. This nuisance barking can be controlled by reliable bark collars. It is understood that the goal of canine owners is to address ...
Views: 697 - How Crate Training is Helpful For Your Dog? - by Submitted on May 13, 2013 from Alliya JosephCrate training can be an effective way or a process to give home practice to your pet. A key concept is to educate your dog that don't mess where you rest and eat. Pets that have been kept in one big pen are more complicated to housetrain, simply because they've been compelled to ground their ...
Views: 590 - Taking care of your Cat's Health - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Lindsey WatsonIf you have a beloved pet cat then a main priority will be their good health. When your cat is ill it's upsetting for you and distressing for your pet. Not to mention those expensive vets bills! So what can you do to ensure that your cat stays in tip top condition? Firstly, make sure your ...
Views: 691 - How to Quit Dangerous Actions in Dogs - by Submitted on May 08, 2013 from Alliya JosephRisky activities in pets are not a frequent condition of being it tends to happen when a older dog becomes exhausted or does not have adequate work out. Such pets are likely to make nervous or disappointed tendencies, it is same as people eat their nails and an under-stimulated dog will often ...
Views: 596 - How to Manage a Dog Asking for Food - by Submitted on May 07, 2013 from Alliya JosephDog asking for meals is one of the most typical self-discipline problems that pet owner’s experience. A regrettable complication of loving our pets so much is that we would like to provide them everything that they want. So when our pets begin asking for meals, it's almost too much for us to ...
Views: 680 - Train Your Dog for Best Behavior - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Alliya JosephDog training is must for all who love to keep dog in their homes. Dog training refers to modify the behavior of your dog for yourself or others. Training is educating a reaction to orders, or the performance of activities not actually naturally to the pet, and also increasing a dog accommodated ...
Views: 652 - How to Select a Puppy Trainer - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from John SmithFew things beat coming home with a new puppy. Enthusiasm for the new pet usually is very high, but these good intentions may not take into account the puppy’s training needs. Some people believe that they should wait until the pet is several months old before starting training. While every pet ...
Views: 619 - How To Select A Most suitable Dog Boarding For Your Pet - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from jade willsmithIn case you possess a family dog, then you are aware of the benefits of dog boarding. There are various benefits of boarding your pet dog when you are far away. In the event you go away your dog in boarding then you can certainly rest assured that your puppy will probably be cared adequately. ...
Views: 1000 - Top 4 Tips for Caring for Your Horse - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2013 from Tony GreenAs a horse owner, you want nothing but the best for your animal companion. Unfortunately, no matter how well you care for your partner, it will fall into injuries and illnesses at some point in its life. There is no way you can prevent such things to happen especially if the reason for the ...
Views: 565 - Say ‘No’ to Animal Testing - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2013 from Katie ClearyA complete ban on the sale of cosmetics manufactured through animal testing has taken effect in the EU. The ban applies to all the new cosmetics and their ingredients that are sold in the EU, regardless of the geographical location where the testing on fauna was being carried out. However, this ...
Views: 777 - The Powerful Influence of Food in Your Dog’s Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2013 from Social CanineFeeding your dog a well - balanced diet and creating healthy eating habits have a great impact on your dog’s quality of life. Providing your dog with a nutritious and balance diet will ensure he lives a healthy and long life. Furthermore, we must pay attention to the powerful role that food ...
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