Dog Supplies: What You`ll Need to Purchase Before Bringing Fido Home
By Lisa Pallardy - 1/4/2008
Before you even bring little Fido or Spot home, it`s helpful to have already purchased the basic supplies you`ll need. These aren`t optional extras, these are the basic necessities that will help keep him happy and healthy. And by providing them, you`ll be letting him know how important he is to y...
Cats Make Great Pets If You Understand Them
By Ian White - 1/4/2008
Anyone wanting a new kitten should be a cat lover. Let?s face it, folks, cats are just different from dogs. Cats do not usually perform any special tricks, and they certainly do not guard your possessions while you are away. In fact, the only thing you can be guaranteed of by having a cat is that a...
Tips on Buying a Dog
By J. Howard Moore - 1/4/2008
Beware Of The Impulse Buy It is hard to resist the appeal of a puppy in a pet shop window, especially if it looks a little bit sad and wistful. These pups have already had a change of home and often a long journey from their original breeder. Even though they may appear well, they could be carrying ...
What to Do if Your Dog Exhibits Aggressive Behavior?
By Dorian Regester - 1/4/2008
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...
"Hybrid" Dog - Isn`t That Just Another Word for Mutt?
By Hope Saidel - 1/4/2008
Every day we hear more about the new ?hybrid? dogs, or ?designer? dogs. Each feature is accompanied by pictures of adorable puppies that are examples of this new ?breed.? Of course they?re cute! All puppies are! Should you pay hundreds, and in some cases, thousands of dollars for one? Certainly not!...
Great Treats for Aggressive Chewers
By Mike Steele - 1/4/2008
Does your dog destroy most store bought chews, spending mere minutes gnawing away at the expensive treat you just bought for them? Dog.coms product experts have compiled a list of products they feel will keep your aggressive chewer happy, while saving you money! Below are a few suggestions: ? Thick ...
How to Protect Your Dog and Family from Roundworms
By Jennifer Bryant - 1/4/2008
Nearly every puppy in the world is born with roundworms. This is because the roundworm?s larvae are transmitted from the mother to the puppy while it is still in the womb. A female dog can harbor roundworms in her tissue, often making them immune to dewormings. The roundworms then have the opportuni...
The Importance of a Plan When Building a Reptile Cage
By Mark Chapple - 1/4/2008
Would you put together a model plane without looking at the finished plane picture or looking at the plans? Does a builder build a house without a plan? The answer to these is pretty clearly no. A homemade snake or other reptile cage is so much simpler though, you say. I can just put it together as ...
What Clippers Should I Buy?
By Tina Williamson - 1/4/2008
So you have decided you want to clip you horse, well what?s next?
If you are going to do the job yourself (most areas have professionals who for a fee will clip your horse for you, but where?s the fun in that!) then you will obviously need to get a pair of clippers. There are quite a few...
Horse Care & Training Tips
By Nancy Nellis - 1/4/2008
Do you own a horse? If so, then you have questions about the care, feeding, shoeing, cost, etc. of horse ownership. The least expense of owning a horse, is the actual purchase. Once you have bought your horse, then your expenses begin: shoeing, de-worming, vaccinations, training, boarding, etc. ...
Dog Supplies: What`s Needed Versus What Might Be Fun to Have
By Allen Shaw - 1/4/2008
Buying a new dog is more than simply finding the cutest puppy in the store and buying a bag of dog food. Acquiring a new canine is nearly as important as adopting a child. They need constant attention and love and buying the proper supplies can be as confusing as deciding what kind of dog to get in ...
Animals Benefit from Energy Healing
By Nedda Wittels - 1/4/2008
I learned about energy healing by receiving healings from a practitioner. When I tried to find my horse`s chakras, I took my first steps to becoming a healer myself. Finding the chakras on my horse, Echo, was easy for me. Echo became my first client. Energy work, energy healing, pranic healing, R...
Ways to Help Litter Train your Ferret
By Mike Steele - 1/4/2008
You can train your ferret to use a litter box(es), however they will not take to it as immediately as most cats do. To start, make sure your ferret has a small area to work with like their cage, expanding upon this gradually as they become better trained. Keep in mind that a large cage may need to b...
A Horse Training Secret From The 1800`s To Teach A Horse To Drive Without Lines!
By Andy Curry - 1/4/2008
Horse owners who are history buffs may recognize the name Jesse Beery. Beery was an enormously famous horse trainer from the 1800`s and early 1900`s. He learned to train horses at a very young age. It was clear he had a gift for horse training and made it his life`s work. Among the almost countles...
Choosing the Right Dog Breeder
By Eric Shannon - 1/4/2008
When looking to purchase a purebred dog, you need to search for a breeder from which to purchase the creature. This can typically be as simple as opening the advertising part of your local newspaper, however you need to be sure that you`re choosing a reputable breeder. There are many ways to verif...
Pit Bull Terrier Socialization Training: Train Your Dog
By Tim Amherst - 1/4/2008
Every Pit Bull owner should become familiar on how to socialize their dog. Socialization is necessary so that the dog can learn to get along with other animals and people. Pit Bulls have a naturally aggressive nature, and they need this training to help them learn how to properly deal with that aggr...
Choosing Dog Tags for Your Canine
By Alison Cole - 1/4/2008
Remember when you first met your dog? He was fresh and new, and you were just getting to know each other. You went through training together, perhaps even ate together. With time, you and your dog became very close ? even closer than you are to a lot of people you know. Your dog is special to you. H...
Learning to Tube Feed Shih Tzu Puppies
By Connie Limon - 1/4/2008
It is not difficult to learn the correct tube feeding procedure. Purchase the tube feeder through your veterinarian, who will be able to equip you with the correct diameter catheter and syringe size for your Shih Tzu. Sterilize both catheter and syringe between early feedings. The syringe will hav...
7 Key Steps to Adopting the Perfect Dog
By William Wilcox - 1/4/2008
A dog can be one of the most rewarding of pets, but also one of the most demanding. Selecting the right animal for you is an all-important aspect of the adoption process. One must consider a multitude of factors - ranging from living quarters to time commitments. We all love to visualize a cute p...
Ring Worm in Dogs
By Marcus Peterson - 1/4/2008
Ringworm is one of the most common diseases in pets, especially dogs. Unlike its name, Ringworm is not a worm but fungi called Dermatophytes that thrives on dead tissues present on skin surface and follows circular path to spread infection. Ringworm is an infectious skin disease and your pet usually...
Life with the Rat Terriers
By Michael Russell - 1/4/2008
I am a happy owner of two rat terriers. They are half brother and
half sister and other than coat color and size and natural hunting abilities they are not at all alike. The male "Bingo" is bossy and impudent and outlandishly boisterous. The female "Zoey" is shy and somewhat retiring and loves nothi...
Are There Training Differences Between Pure Breed Dogs and "Mutts"?
By Michael Domeck - 1/4/2008
The pure bred dog, no manner the breed, is truly a beautiful animal to look upon. These are animals that have been refined, over the centuries, to reach their pure and unadulterated state as found today. The pure bred dogs have also been bred for temperament and bloodlines from the earliest of times...
What You Should Know About Dog Health Care
By Steve Austin - 1/4/2008
Our dogs are now, more than ever, a very important part of our families. We care for them as we care for ourselves. That includes taking a greater interest in our dogs` health care. In response, there have been many advances in dog health care in recent years: Preventative Dog Health Care Annual che...
The Dangers of Canine Parasites
By Rose Smith - 1/4/2008
When you get a puppy, one of the first things that you
need to do is make an appointment with the vet to get
your new family member his or her vaccinations. Along
with any recommended shots, your cuddly canine will
probably get a dose of a de-worming formula to rid
them of any internal parasite...
How to Care for Your Kitten
By Niall Kennedy - 1/4/2008
Caring for a kitten is a lot of work. With her high energy and intense curiosity and sense of adventure, raising a kitten will keep you on your toes. Careful attention during the first year of life will set a strong foundation for a long, loving relationship with your cat. Kittens aged 8-12 weeks ne...
Tips and Info on Pet Medications and Pet Health
By Sardool Sikandar - 1/4/2008
The keyword pet meds is abbreviation of pet medications. The pet medications or meds include the pet drug or pet medicine especially compounded for the pets. These are those med pet supplies that are essential to keep good pet health. Pet keeping is very much in vogue all over the world. The pets ar...
Moving With Cats and Dogs
By Teri Eckholm - 1/4/2008
Moving can be especially difficult on one of your most important, but often overlooked, family members: your pet. As a Realtor, I often hear from clients that their pets begin acting up weeks before the actual move. The resulting behavior can cause destruction in the home you are selling as well as ...
Safely Take Your Pit Bull Terrier Dog on the Road
By Tim Amherst - 1/4/2008
Every dog loves a car trip, right? Well, chances are your Pit Bull is no exception. There are some things you need to make yourself aware of to help keep your Pit Bull safe when he is on the road with you. The first thing is pretty much common sense, but it should be covered anyway: do not for any r...
Successful Dog Training
By Rolf Rasmusson - 1/4/2008
Dog Training So, we`ve got a new best friend that needs some dog training. No different than when we were kids. A lot of patience, love, and even some long suffering by we pet parents makes for a successful dog training experience. Put you new friend at ease and let them know you love them as they d...
Are You Listening To Your Cat Talking?
By Larry Chamberlain - 1/4/2008
Is your cat talking to you? Many cat lovers claim that their feline pets talk to them. They believe their cats can communicate vocally with them and tell them what they want, how they are feeling, and ask how their day has been! So, can domestic cats talk? Can the meows and trills that emanate from ...
Basic Dog Training
By Amy Howells - 1/4/2008
If you have a new dog or puppy, you may be interested in getting some basic dog training. Dog training can be taught by an obedience instructor, or you can do the dog training yourself. Dog training with an obedience instructor can vary in price and it usually takes place in a class. If you do the d...
Children and Fish Tank Safety
By Nate Jamieson - 1/4/2008
Having a tank of tropical fish, or a saltwater aquarium, can give your whole family many hours of enjoyment. Even young children will find the antics of neon tetras and the mysterious caves of catfish, to be fascinating. But as a parent, you may be concerned about issues of safety for your youngst...
Cool Facts About the Hummingbird
By Stephanie Hetu - 1/4/2008
Before we throw facts about the hummingbird at you, we hope you?ve been visited by these tiny birds and been as delighted as most of us are. If your back yard contains the right kind of flowers, chances are you?ve been visited by these critters and have a few questions for which we have answers! Di...
How to Play Safely with Your Westie Puppies
By Jeff Cuckson - 1/4/2008
Just like children, westie puppies learn through play. Playing games with your west highland white terrier pups creates an opportunity to train them to obey your commands, gives them valuable exercise, and helps to build their strength, coordination, and agility. It is also fun for everyone. Before ...
It Is Possible To Give Your Cat A Bath, And Come Away Scratch Free
By Niall Kennedy - 1/4/2008
Although your cat doesn`t realise it right now, after some tender loving care and a little shampoo, he will appreciate it. Cats hate water, that much is easy to see as he lashes out at you with his claws when he gets anywhere near it. Why would someone want to bathe their cat, then? Well, they are ...
Dog Collars, Dog Clothing, and Accessories - Things You Should Have on Hand When Adopting a New Pet
By Brent Jones - 1/4/2008
The day you bring a new puppy or dog into your home is a red letter day indeed. It may be an exhausting one for you. It certainly will be for him. This is also one of the most critical moments in your relationship, because first impressions are indelibly marked on the animal mind. It is vital to est...
Your Purrrfect Companion
By Mary Majorda - 1/4/2008
Out of all the pet animals, the cat is most expressive about its needs. The feline loves to be pampered and cared for. Don?t you just love the pretty pussy pictures they make? They can also become ?sulkily aggressive? at times. Understanding their feelings and needs is not at all difficult. Just lik...
A Labrador Retriever Is A Man`s Best Friend...and So Much More!
By Sylvie Leochko - 1/4/2008
Labrador retrievers have been trained for special needs and tasks as well as companionship. Its good nature, patience and affectionate attitude are some of the numerous characteristics that make them so popular?especially with children. This breed of dog is known to be patient, playful and patient w...
Pet Ear Infections
By Deena Caruso - 1/4/2008
Is your dog or cat tormented by ear infections? Do you spend time and money at the veterinarian`s office trying to bring relief to your beloved pet, only to find that another infection appears over time? If so, you may want to try some more natural approaches to preventing and treating your pet`s ...
Sick Goldfish - Step One, Prevention, Step Two, Monitor, Step Three, Know What Action If Needed
By Mark Sturge - 2/14/2007
There are times in every parent`s life when his or her child, pet, or goldfish gets sick. Goldfish are prone to many ailments, and even the most common ones can be life threatening. Prevention and monitoring your fish are the best ways to keep your pet from contracting a disease.
Being the good pa...
Cleaning Your Fish Tank
By Mark Haakonsen - 2/10/2007
One of the nicest additions to any home is a fish tank. A fish tank creates a colourful, relaxing ambience and they come in a huge range of sizes to suit virtually any setting. However, fish tanks do require work, and without proper care, algae build ups and murky water can change your tank aestheti...
How To Pick The Right Pet Bunny Rabbit For YOU!
By Andrea Austin - 2/6/2007
Aside from appearance, there are a number of considerations that you will have to make when it comes time to pick out your fuzzy friend at a pet store or other venue. This is important both to ensure that you select a healthy pet, and to make sure that you and he are compatible!
Now I`ll explain w...
Allergies ? Dogs May Suffer Too
By Kirsten Hawkins - 2/1/2007
Many people don?t realize that their dogs, just like human beings, can suffer from allergies. In fact, about twenty percent of the dogs in the United States alone suffer from one allergy or another, with flea allergy dermatitis being the most common form of allergies in dogs. Other types include ato...
How Dogs Can Benefit Children
By Shannon Emmanuel - 1/30/2007
Thinking of getting a dog? You know your child wants a dog to play with but did you know that the love and companionship of a dog can have long lasting effects going far beyond their ability to entertain and amuse?
The current research into dog assisted therapy has turned the humble pet dog into ...
Western Saddle Rigging Demystified
By William R. Savage - 1/27/2007
Explanations as to how to rig a western saddle often go into much more detail than is really needed by the recreational rider. Rigging is quite basic in concept although it should be noted that in installing the rigging the saddlemaker must be very careful and precise in doing it correctly. While th...
Easy Tips For House Breaking Your Puppy
By Dy Witt - 1/25/2007
If you are lucky enough to get a 7-week-old puppy, there is no excuse for any bad habits to develop over his lifetime. Puppies learn INSTANTLY when they are that young, and if you use the proper training methods, gentle but consistent, he will behave like an angel his whole life through.
The most...
Choosing The Right Dog Breed
By Andrew Strachan - 1/20/2007
Were you aware that there are literally hundreds of distinct dog breeds? When you decide to get a dog, choosing the right dog breed for you and your family is essential. With so many different dog breeds available, this can become a very daunting task. Luckily, there are ways in which you can narrow...
Dealing With Dog House Training Issues
By Edwina Hanson - 1/20/2007
The best house training uses the dogs own instincts to avoid soiling its bed. That is the basis behind crate training, in which the dog is confined to its crate in the absence of the owner, and den training, in which the dog is confined to a small area of the home. In essence, the crate, or the room...
Can My Dog Get Flu?
By Jon Dunkerley - 1/19/2007
In today?s society with flu pandemics and such grabbing so much of the spotlight, it is easy for us to overlook the fact that our dogs can also contract a version of flu. Yes it is true, there is a flu virus becoming prominent in the canine world that is believed to have originated as an equine stra...
Lately, Have You Seen...?
By Constance Weygandt - 1/16/2007
I own a malamute. He is a beautiful dog with a warrior?s soul and a childlike heart. Every morning, at the crack of dawn, he insists that we go outside to meet the light. If I don?t comply fast enough, he will begin to sneeze on me until I leap out of bed. There is no deterring him.
I grab my cup ...
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