Can Cats And Dogs Live Together As Friends?
By Larry Chamberlain - 4/3/2009
Can cats and dogs live together without constantly being at war? It seems that they very often can. We often hear people claim to be a "cat person" or a "dog person", but browsing through the various pet forums it appears that there are many of us that equally like both cats and dogs. My son has a ...
Train Your Buddy To Walk & Dance - Warning: Not All Dogs Can Do It!
By Moses Chia - 4/3/2009
Standing and walking on the hind legs are tricks that put an abnormal strain upon the muscles of the back and hind legs and most dogs require considerable practice before they gain sufficient control of those muscles to balance themselves in this unnatural position. Before you rush into teaching thi...
Dog Training: Pro Versus Self-Trained, Which is Best
By Allen Shaw - 4/3/2009
Now that you have your new pooch, you need to train him. Yes you do, don?t argue with me. He?s not a human. He doesn?t get to do whatever he wants to do. He can?t poop where he feels like pooping. He can?t chew up whatever he wants. He needs to be trained, for your happiness and his. But should you ...
Horse Manure Management--What are Your Options?
By Randall Holman - 4/3/2009
You need a strategy for using or disposing of your horse?s manure. The proper management of manure is important to the health of your horse and your family. Needless to say, it may also be important in order to comply with state or county regulations. And if you have neighbors nearby, you will want...
Dumb Dogs
By Phyllis Benton - 4/3/2009
For example, ?Come here! You dumb dog.? Why would the dog want to come back if it left for a reason and is it laughing at you for calling it dumb? Your new puppy is now at its new home. Checking out its new home, it has its first accident. You scold the puppy, ?bad dog!? It?s time to go to bed. The ...
Keeping Discus Fish Disease Free
By Rob Mellor - 4/3/2009
So you want to keep discus fish or are already keeping discus fish. One of things you must do is keep your discus fish healthy and disease free. In this article I?m going to give you a few tips on how to keep discus fish disease free as: One of the most common assumptions with discus is that they ea...
How To Choose The Right Dog Breeder
By Andrew Strachan - 4/3/2009
Have you ever purchased a car that was a lemon? Facing problem after problem robs you of the pleasure of enjoying your new car. Unfortunately, there are dogs that are lemons, too. A dog with health problems can lead to heartache and empty checkbooks. A good dog breeder will stand behind health guara...
7 Good Reasons for Playing With Your Cat
By Larry Chamberlain - 4/3/2009
Playing reinforces the bond between you and your cat. Playing with your cat is the best possible way to build up a bond between the two of you. Do you want your cat to think of you as more than someone who is there to provide food, shelter and warmth? Then regular play sessions will go a long way to...
Putting A Dog To Sleep
By Jeff Cuckson - 4/3/2009
I was talking to a friend of mine today and I asked him how his kids (dogs) were. He lives on his own and the standing joke is - "does he want to do a swap with his dogs and my kids?" He informed me very sadly that he had to get the older dog put to sleep. I knew the dog was quite old, but I knew fr...
Small Dog Breeds For Small Homes
By Ian White - 4/3/2009
Just because you live in a small home or apartment doesn?t mean you can?t have a dog. There are many small and toy breeds that make excellent pets for small homes. But even small dogs like variety and exercise, so it is important that you are prepared to spend time with your dog, take her for walks ...
Accommodating Your Elderly Pet
By Kim Prissel - 4/3/2009
When pets get older, there are some accommodations you may want to make for them. A pet?s behavior may change as it ages. The first recommendation would be a visit to the veterinarian. Many symptoms interpreted in elderly contributed to age may actually be medical conditions.
If your pet see...
Is Nail Trimming Time A Battle?
By Suzy Kanninno - 4/3/2009
Does the idea of trimming your dog`s nails send chills up your spine? After all, Giving poochie a bath - no problem. You might even be ok sticking a tooth brush in Lassie?s mouth. But trimming doggie?s nails is never going to happen! Actually, giving your dog`s nails a clipping is not
nearly as dif...
Veterinarian Hunting for A "Happy Pet" Vet
By Terry Price - 4/3/2009
Choosing the right veterinarian should be a little more involved than simply picking up the phone book and calling one that is closest to your place of residence. You may find that after a few appointments you are uncomfortable with your choice for various reasons. You may not be happy with the adv...
A Guide to Bird Cages for Sale
By Ken Marlborough - 4/3/2009
As overwhelming as picking out a pet bird can be, picking a bird cage can be even more so. There are so many options available. Sizes range from mere inches to several feet. Styles range from a simple square box to an elaborate house. Materials, too, can vary greatly?iron, stainless steel, aluminum,...
Are You Ready to Breed Your Yorkshire Terrier?
By Rose L - 4/3/2009
The reported sales for Yorkshire Terriers is phenomenal. Over the past few years, the popularity of this breed as a family pet and as the dog to breed has seen tremendous growth. In fact, the requests for adorable Yorkie puppies is greater than the supply. This fact has many Yorkie owners wondering ...
Guinea Pigs Health
By Graeme Jarry - 4/3/2009
Guinea Pigs make great pets and are fairly easy to care for. They love to be touched and cuddled. Their Scientific name is Cavia Tschuldi and were discovered in South America. Guinea Pigs are are a rodent. Have you ever wondered about where they got their name? There are many types of Guinea Pigs...
Identifying Dog Illness- a Herculean Task?
By Senthil Kumar - 4/3/2009
Signs of dog illness have to be identified as early as possible in order to avoid excessive damage to the internal organs of your pet. Once the signs become more pronounced, then it is really difficult to cure the disease. To recognize the signs of illness in your dog, first you should aware about t...
Achieving Dog Training Success With The 18 "Don`ts" Rules
By Moses Chia - 4/3/2009
A well-train dog usually leads a happier and healthier life and its owner also can enjoy a trouble-free life long companion. Dog training - basic obedience, house and potty training are therefore essential and important to a dog?s education. The conventional method of dog training tips and guide wou...
T-Shirts for Dogs Showcase Your Pet`s Personality
By Chris Robertson - 4/3/2009
Fido and Rover move over - make way for Max and Rocky, which topped the list as the most popular dog names chosen by dog owners in New York City. According to the New York City Department of Health and Mental Health, Princess, Lucky, Lady, Buddy, Daisy, Ginger, Buster, and Sandy rounded out the top-...
5 Common Grooming Mistakes Made by Professionals
By Louise Louis - 4/3/2009
1. Using tranquilizers. This is illegal in many states but other groomers
still use them. It may be that the groomer is
afraid of aggressive dogs but it`s more likely
to be that the groomer is running a production
line and has no time to calm nervous dogs. I never recommend tranquilizers ? no ma...
Does Your Boston Terrier Want To Be With You?
By Abhik Sarkar - 4/3/2009
This may come as a surprise...but if the tables were turned, and the Boston Terrier could choose his owner, would he have chosen you? We are always trying to figure out the right breed for us, and usually a dog is chosen on the "he`s so cute and adorable" factor. But if in an upside down world, the ...
The Neurotic Dogs
By Eric Shapiro - 4/3/2009
When pondering whether my neurosis is learned or genetic, I often turn to the family dogs, Frazier (9) and Jake (4), and see the likelihood of a learned origin. My parents` characteristic anxiety has effectively seeped into both dogs` personas. My mother and father are both card-carrying neurotics w...
Introduction to Dog Breeds: Glory of the German Shepherd - Your True Friend!
By Babu Banik - 4/3/2009
If you are looking for a superb companion dog, then GSD is for your. For here?s one dog who will be devoted to you at all times. I still remember the time when I got married into a dog-loving family. I knew that they have a GSD at home but I never had a chance to meet him before marriage. Once I ste...
Teach Your Dog How to JUMP Over!
By Babu Banik - 4/3/2009
Agility is excellent exercise for you and your dog. It is fun for children and also teaches them coordination and a sense of accomplishment for every new obstacle that they learn. Let us now see how to teach your pet ?Over?, which means jumping an obstacle. In order to begin agility, it is a good id...
Living With a Pet Serval
By Jessi Clark-White - 4/3/2009
Some sources seem to indicate that living with a serval is no more challenging than feeding your pet goldfish. At the other end of the extreme spectrum, many sanctuaries and animal rights activists paint servals and other exotic cats as unmanageable creatures that no ordinary mortal could hope to de...
What to Do if Your Dog Exhibits Aggressive Behavior?
By Dorian Regester - 4/3/2009
Aggressive Behavior Dog owners must be aware of aggressive behaviors. A biting dog is a liability, and owners must treat this condition seriously. There are various causes of aggressive behavior, and in order to treat the condition, the source of the aggression must be identified and corrected. Some...
Many Forms of Dog Beds
By James Hunt - 4/3/2009
In today?s society animals are sometimes being treated better than humans are. One of the latest ways people have created to pamper their pets are pet beds. These beds come in many forms many forms and for many animals. The most popular form of pet beds is dog beds. Dog beds are very popular among p...
How to Introduce your Dog to a Lead
By Mike Steele - 4/3/2009
It is important to make sure your dog is trained on a lead.
All puppies older than 8 weeks are ready for leads and collars. Purchasing a lightweight nylon collar and lead that fits your dog should be one of the first things you do. Make sure your puppy has adjusted properly to their collar before i...
Tall Indoor Dog Gates - How They Can Help With Your Dog Training & Your Family`s Safety
By Sean D - 4/3/2009
When you have a dog in the house it is vital that he knows who is in charge and what he is allowed to do, he must also know what the rules of the house are.
If you do not set the rules for your dog he will think that he is in charge and set the rules himself, this can result in a dog that is ver...
Preventative Medicine is a Must for the Shih Tzu Show Dog
By Connie Limon - 4/3/2009
A Shih Tzu show dog kennel should practice preventive medicine as the means of maintaining optimum health. The Shih Tzu show dog must be available for showing for extended periods of time. Preventive medicine is much more practical and is kinder to the Shih Tzu. The Shih Tzu show dog must have rou...
Electric Dog Fences: Keep You Pet in the Yard and Out of Places You Don`t Want Them to Be
By Byron Pappageorge - 4/3/2009
Electric Dog Fences Is an electric dog fence something for you? Are you concerned about your dog roaming the neighborhood? Or, are you having trouble containing your animal and your neighbors are complaining? Finding an electric dog fence is the easy part. Deciding which electric fence is f...
Larger Dog Food Isles
By Lance Winslow - 4/3/2009
Grocery Stores could use some larger Dog Food Isles. Not because there are more brands of Dog Food. Not because there are more Pets. Not because there are more items for sale. The reason is that the level of quality of food Americans are eating these days is less than that of dog food. Have you rece...
Cleft Palate In Dogs
By Russell Savige - 4/3/2009
Sometimes puppies are born that can`t suckle properly, and it`s almost alway`s because they have a cleft palate. A cleft palate can be a complete division up the middle of the palate, or roof of the mouth, or it can just be a small hole in the palate. Canine cleft palate is a failure of the two side...
For The Love Of Pets
By Sandra Valente - 4/3/2009
Growing up on a farm back home in Portugal I was always exposed to many animals. We had chickens, rabbits, goats, pigs, cats and dogs. Now living in Canada I cannot have as many pets but I can still enjoy having some. I currently have two cats with five new acquisitions, a dog and a fish. My son cha...
Dog Behavior Training: Methods of Working with a Shy Dog
By Kevin Simmons - 4/3/2009
Shy dogs are more common than most people think, but unfortunately many dogs who suffer from this affliction are never seen by the general public because of their impairment. Shy dogs range from those who scurry away when someone walks by, to those who bite when approached. No matter how vehement th...
Take that Junk out of your Trunk
By Ryan Joseph - 4/3/2009
Your local grocery store is chock full of food and treats that are stuffed with bad quality ingredients. It is a real shock that the shelves do not simply collapse under the weight of all that rubbish. Here are some bad protein items you will want avoid like the bubonic plague:
Soybean meal, wheat ...
Is Your Dog In Pain Without You Realising?
By Amy Howells - 4/3/2009
A dog that is feeling pain can often be highly unpredictable. When you handle a dog in that you suspect to be in pain, you should always proceed with great care. If your dog has been involved in an accident, he may be badly affected by shock as well as pain. Even the most laid back dog may bite unde...
Birds - Teaching Your Parrot To Talk - Part III
By Michael Russell - 4/3/2009
In this last of our series of teaching your bird to talk we`re finally going to get into the training process itself. The best time to teach your bird to talk, if at all possible, is when the bird is right out of its nest. It is best to start training your bird while it is still on formula. When b...
Delight Your Dog With a Natural Dog Treat
By Blake Kritzberg - 4/3/2009
As dog owners become more aware of their pet`s nutritional needs, they increasingly recognize the advantage of providing their pets with natural dog treats. Natural dog treats contain no added chemical preservatives or fillers, leaving your dog with straight nutritional value, nothing more. Natural ...
Five Snake Care Tips for Beginners
By V. Berba Velasco - 4/3/2009
If you?re looking for an unusual, eye-catching pet, it?s hard to go wrong with a snake. They?re exotic enough to catch people?s interest, yet hardy enough to require minimal care. Nevertheless, uninformed first-time owners tend to make some basic mistakes, some of which can be quite costly. Here ...
Scottish Terrier Dogs - Important Facts
By Jeff Cuckson - 4/3/2009
Scottish Terriers are short-legged dogs, at a height of ten to eleven inches, comparatively heavy-boned, yet deceivingly trim. They are agile and sporty pets. Moreover, their intelligence, playfulness and loyalty make them popular pets. Historically, they were the first standard for their breed, bac...
Horse Training Secrets For Busy Horse Owners Short On Time
By Andy Curry - 4/3/2009
Picture this. You`re late for work one day. You look at your watch and notice you have about three minutes to feed your horse before you have to leave. Plus, it seems to worsen every day. You notice your life getting busier and you have little time, if any, to spend with your horse. Should you s...
Doggy Dental Care: Teeth Cleaning 101
By Dina M. Giolitto - 4/3/2009
Your dog`s dental health is so important for his total well-being... and for guaranteeing him a long and happy life. So don`t give him the brush-off! Make tooth cleaning a daily ritual that your dog will look foward to as something the two of you do together. To start, you`ll have to get your doggy ...
Create a Backyard Habitat for Wild Birds with a Bird Feeder
By Chris Robertson - 4/3/2009
With a little imagination and very little effort, you can transform your backyard into a natural habitat for birds. Whether you`re an avid birdwatcher, or simply want to invite nature a little closer to your home, birdfeeders put down the welcome mat for our avian friends.
According to t...
How To Find The Best Horse For Your Child
By Dylan Miles - 5/7/2008
Owning a horse is a huge responsibility for an adult, much less for a child. Owning a horse requires a lot of time and money, both from the parent and the child, therefore, before you decide to go horse-shopping, it?s best that you sit down and discuss the responsibilities and tasks involved in owni...
You Don`t Get a Second Chance!
By Chad Zetrouer - 5/3/2008
If you don`t want to see your Pitbull put to sleep or even shot, please read this article.
I`m sure you`re aware of the bad reputation Pitbulls have. That reputation is mostly based on ignorance and irresponsible owners that don`t take the time to learn about the breeds special needs.
You see, ...
Boring Ordinary Dog Tags - Are There Better-looking Personalized Dog Tags Out There...?
By Moses Chia - 4/19/2008
I was wondering if you share the same problem as myself 5 months back?
You see. I failed to find any unique or good-looking dog tags anywhere ? online or offline!
The search mission for a better-looking tag started when my girlfriend, Alice bought a new Chihuahua pup ? Misty. While looking for a...
What`s The Big Deal About Being the ALPHA Dog?
By Ray Coleiro - 4/18/2008
Technically speaking, dogs as a separate species are supposed to be evolved from the wolves. Research indicates that the wolf mutated into several breeds, according to the climate, geography and the environment. As these separate breeds were assimilated and socially integrated into the human society...
Fun loving Shih-Tzu?s
By Rose Lenk - 4/16/2008
In my many years of grooming and caring for peoples wonderful dogs I have yet to see a breed who is more full of personality than the Shih-tzu. Shih-tzu`s are top on my list of great companion dogs. If you are looking for lots of company this is your kind of dog. They are energetic & playful. They a...
Christmas Gifts for Dog Lovers & their Dogs
By Adriana Copaceanu - 4/15/2008
If you have dog lovers in your family, it?s time to think of some unique gifts you can give them this Christmas. They will remember this gift for a long time if you not only give them a gift form themselves, but include something for their dog or puppy.
To get your ideas flowing, here are some gi...
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