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- How To Focus - Advice For Pet Sitters - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2015 from Colleen SedgwickThe life of a pet sitter is busy, busy, busy, so it can be very difficult to find time to sit down, focus and WORK. If you do happen to find the time to work on your business, it is nearly impossible these days to work without interruption. This is not a good recipe for success. Did you know ...
Views: 1320 - Puppy Proof Your House - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishYour puppy's teething phase can be intense and frustrating. Puppies begin teething around 4 months of age. And they will chew obsessively until they're around 7 months of age. Puppies chew to relieve pain and boredom. Here are some tips to help you both through this frustrating phase. A Tired ...
Views: 1320 - 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: 1318 - By Sally Dasouki - How is Owning a Dog the best Feeling ever! - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2018 from Sally DasoukiBy Sally Dasouki - Life can sometimes get Awkward when it comes to relationships. It is very difficult to figure out who to trust and how long will a relationship work. A strong bond can also turn out to be really dramatic sometimes and may lead to breakage. Being selfless in a relationship is ...
Views: 1317 - Raising a Chihuahua Puppy - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Jackie A SmithThe smallest among the Chihuahua breed is termed as teacup Chihuahua puppies. For the Chihuahuas, there is no any specific smallest size. So the people prefer the most little Chihuahuas because these puppies look very cute because of their tiny size. As the teacup Chihuahuas are very small, they ...
Views: 1317 - Dog Products: Dog Toothpaste and Toothbrush - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWaking up to be greeted by the foul smell coming from a dog's mouth is one thing, but having its tongue stick out for a nice lapping to the cheek is another. All animal owners know that their mouths are breeding grounds that spawn bacteria by the millions – having a close encounter with that can ...
Views: 1314(1 vote) - You Must Stop Dog Aggression - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Peter O'ConnorIt is natural to feel scared when your treasured pet turns aggressive. It may seem funny when your puppy shows aggression towards another puppy, but this can be a serious problem if it continues until you become desperate to stop dog aggression in your dearly loved pet. It is important to ...
Views: 1313(2 votes) - Be Responsible: Pet Ownership & Pet Care Tips For Cats And Dogs - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Mailey McLaughlinResponsible pet ownership requires a lot of dependability, knowledge, and consideration; unfortunately, some new pet owners take this responsibility very lightly. So, before you take home your new dog or cat, consider the following pet care tips to ensure that you are providing your new friend ...
Views: 1311 - Discount Pet Health Care Program – Save Big in Tough Economic Conditions - by Submitted on May 08, 2009 from Brian CosgroveTough economic conditions have peaked the prices of all products and services. Pet care is no exception. We all want to pamper and love our pets. They are members of the family and there is nothing more important than their long-term health and happiness. But the escalating costs of dog care and ...
Views: 1309 - Giving Cats Medicine Made Easy - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2008 from Nedda WittelsMy two cats, Violet and Sakkara, are a lesson in contrasts when it comes to taking medication. With Sakkara, a buff colored tabby, all I have to do is offer her a pill and her mouth opens like a baby bird whose parent has just returned to the nest. Violet, my highly opinionated Siamese, ...
Views: 1308 - Everything You Need to Know About Schutzhund Dog Training - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2011 from Mika MaddelaDid you know that the Schutzhund dog training was a sport that first developed in Germany at the start of the 20th Century and it was a way to test several German Shepherd breeds if they can be use as police dog? Instead of just basing on the dog’s outer appearance if it can be a police dog, ...
Views: 1307 - Ultimate Pet Websites - The Ultimate Web Designer for Pet Grooming Services - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Jennifer ObodoWith the help of Ultimate Pet Websites, you can design your pet grooming website as simple or as sophisticated as you require. For those who have no experience in designing and maintaining pet websites, hiring a professional company like Ultimate Pet Websites is the next best idea. To boost your ...
Views: 1306(1 vote) - 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: 1306 - Why Worming Horses? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2008 from Ellen SchmidtAbstract of Horse wormer: Why are worms an ever present threat to our horse's health? What can we do to prevent severe damage caused by intestinal parasites? Internal or endo-parasites in horses are an ever present threat that might cause severe health problems, if not kept under control. There ...
Views: 1305 - Dog Waste Bags - Who Doesn't Use Them? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Kay RingelstetterWe all know how much our pets need outdoor exercise. They, just like ourselves, love fresh air, sunshine, time to enjoy a quick walk or romp at the park. And we all know the importance of carrying and using our dog waste bags when they attend to their usual business while outside. But who ...
Views: 1304 - First Language: A Journey into Animal Communication - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2009 from Dawn BrunkeI first made the acquaintance of Queen, a brown tabby cat with yellow eyes and a tiny orange spot on the top of her head, just as she was approaching death. Her human caretaker, Rain, was understandably sad, but wanted to ask Queen a number of questions. At the time, I was learning some basic ...
Views: 1304(3 votes) - How To Keep Your Dog Cool During The Hot Months - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2008 from Geoffrey EnglishWarm summer days are here offering more time for you to spend with your dog outdoors. But during the hottest months you need to watch out for heatstroke. Did you know that dogs can only sweat through the pads of their paws? The only other way to lower their body temperature is by panting. ...
Views: 1303 - Choosing the Right Saddle Pad - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Emily HegganWhen it comes time to purchase your next saddle pad, you can become overwhelmed with many choices. There are several things to consider when choosing a saddle pad such as material, the shape and if you need some type of specialty pad for your horse. Doing some research and investigating what ...
Views: 1302 - FAR FROM OVER THE HILL - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2011 from Karen MurdockI met Lukas, my horse, when he was nine years old – considered past his prime for much change; he was set in his ways and had many issues by that time. Certainly, his dismal background contributed to his fears and difficulties: three last place race finishes accompanied by severe injuries, ...
Views: 1301 - Pet Frogs For Beginners - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2007 from Alesandra Gibson GibsonIf you are considering adopting a frog as a companion then you will need to do some research, so you can acquire the knowledge that is required to make you and your new frog friend have wonderful lives together. It is important to remember that you are completely responsible for your frogs ...
Views: 1300 - Pet Health Insurance- A must have for your Dog and Cat - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2018 from Jack HillWith the increasing awareness for the pets and amiable attitude developing towards treating the animals at an equal level, it has become quite evident for the people to get their pets insurance. The concept of pet health insurance is not new. Pets are the best companions, one can have. They ...
Views: 1299 - 7 Tips For New Puppy Owners - by Submitted on May 18, 2007 from Eric LetendreThere is nothing quite like a new puppy. A few weeks after you bring your puppy home though the kids are not as interested and your puppy becomes very mobile, and if you’re not careful they can become very destructive. That’s why I have put together a list of 7 steps that can greatly help you ...
Views: 1296 - Want to Buy a Puppy? Think Before You Purchase that Pup! - by Submitted on May 02, 2009 from Tamsin SowdenLooking to buy a puppy? You'll find it hard to resist that cute, fluffy pup--especially when they look at you with those big appealing eyes! But before you rush out and buy that lovely new puppy, it's a good idea to ask yourself if you are really ready buy a dog. What does being 'ready' to buy ...
Views: 1296 - Impact Your Health with a Rescue Pet - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2019 from Carol NovelloAmericans are constantly looking for new solutions to improve health and well-being and solve troublesome health problems — and given the reality of American physical health statistics, this is not surprising. According to the Centers for Disease Control, more than 70 percent of adults in the ...
Views: 1294 - 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: 1293(3 votes) - Parvovirus How To Recognize Treat & Prevent It - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Michelle HouserParvovirus is considered to be one of the most serious and often fatal dog ailments around. It is a serious virus that can infect every dog you own at once and lead to their death within days. Most deaths will occur within 48 – 72 hours. Even if your dog manages to survive this horrible ...
Views: 1291(2 votes) - Socialization and Dog Training Collar - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Colin SealYou may need the assistance of a fantastic Dog Training Collar to coach misbehaving dogs. This is a worthy tool which will help you within the difficult quest for animal training. By the same token, another vital dilemma is dog socialization. Animals, which don't learn how to socialize, are ...
Views: 1291 - Factors to Consider Before Opting for a Pet Health Insurance - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2017 from Jack HillAs the veterinary care and its quality have increased in recent times with nutritional and other health benefits, the lifespan for pets has increased and it has become better and healthier with pets suffering from lesser and lesser issues health or otherwise. However beneficial it is for the ...
Views: 1289 - Frontline Spray and Pet Wormer for the Health of your Pets - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Sandy ScottEvery day, pets are exposed to intestinal parasites, and these worms pose a serious health threat to both your pets and your family. And a pet wormer and frontline spray can manage these. Parasites can have a batch of attenuate side effects in pets, and even be a cause of death in extreme cases. ...
Views: 1289(1 vote) - An Easily Distracted English Springer Spaniel - by Submitted on May 10, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraThe English Springer Spaniel is a breed of medium build – it can weigh 40 to 55 pounds and stand 18 to 21 inches, depending on its gender (males are heavier than the females). The length of their double coats is medium. The external coat can either be wavy or flat, while the internal coat is ...
Views: 1288 - Lukas’ Knows He’s Lukas: World’s Smartest Horse Passes Self-Awareness Test - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2011 from Karen MurdockLukas, the World’s Smartest Horse (according to the World Records Academy) and Guinness World Record Holder (“Most numbers correctly identified by a horse in one minute: 19”), has joined an elite group: those with the capacity for self-awareness. He has proved that he is able to recognize his ...
Views: 1288 - Protect Your Pet, Pet Tags Just Make Sense - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2018 from Jack HillLost pets are one of the most common issues among the pet owners. Many pets are recovered, whereas many get lost forever. This is why pet tags are an important piece of identification. There are a lot of reasons due to which one can lose pets. Sometimes pets just run out of your door and never ...
Views: 1288 - Is It Possible To Get Your Dog To Stop Whining? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Hugo C. CercilYour new canine addition just arrived and it will not stop whining. The kids are disappointed with the whiny little pup and you don't know what else to do. Sending the dog away is not your preference, though you do wish to stop the dog from whining. So what do you do? Luckily, there are ways to ...
Views: 1287(2 votes) - 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: 1287(1 vote) - Stop Your Dog's Destructive Chewing Behavior - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2013 from Gerry RestriveraChewing is a normal behavior when eating but if this becomes a habit even when not eating then it becomes a destructive behavior. This unnecessary chewing habit can be formed by your dog for many reasons but whatever drives your dog to have this habit, the end result can be really stressful. ...
Views: 1287 - Natural Dog Shedding Remedies: Basic Pet Ownership Tips - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2013 from Jhon FordPet ownership is a task that every pet owner must take seriously. Some pet owners think of this duty as a burdensome load, but those who practicably undertake these roles often succeed in their endeavors. Excessive hair loss is a problem that is hard to control, especially in dogs. Taking into ...
Views: 1286 - What’s the best way to feed my puppy? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonWhen you get that new puppy back to your house , the excitement – especially if you have kids – is likely to be electric, but once playtime is over and everyone has had time to sleep it off, you’ll need to think about how best to feed the latest addition to your family. There are endless ...
Views: 1284 - 5 Basic Commands to Teach your Dog - by Submitted on May 02, 2016 from Linda NunoIn this article we are going to share with you basic commands to teach your dog. Make sure to be patient with the learning process and repeat the commands as often as necessary. 1. Choose a “release command”. This is a special word that tells the dog when he can stop doing something. ...
Views: 1283 - 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: 1283(2 votes) - Why Conventional Cat Urinary Tract Health Medications May Be Harming Your Pet - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2008 from Rebecca ShellyAre you frustrated with your cat's urinary tract health? I know I was until I did a little research. Common causes of urinary tract infection in cats Although cats of any age can be affected by Urinary Tract Infection it most often happens in overweight or older cats do not exercise, use a ...
Views: 1283 - Animal Enthusiasts Turn Their Passion Into Businesses With Blog Paws - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2015 from Kathleen GageNot long ago I had the distinct pleasure of presenting at the Blog Paws 2015 Conference – the only conference of its type in the world. BlogPaws is the Professional Pet Blogger Network that provides a range of marketing program opportunities, along with growth and development benefits to help ...
Views: 1281 - Dog Food Decisions Are Important - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2008 from Lori MatthewsPeople are very aware of the nutrition that is contained in their own diet but sometimes we are not quite as aware of the quality of the food that we are feeding our pets. Dog foods are often commercial, high priced fillers that provide our best buddies with a full tummy and not much else. ...
Views: 1280 - How to Housebreak a Puppy Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Cameron CarterPuppy Housebreaking Rule #1: Here's the #1 secret to housebreaking any puppy: Supervision. Supervision is key to quickly training your puppy to go potty in the right place. By supervising, I mean you know exactly what your puppy is doing at all times. You always have them in your sight. The fact ...
Views: 1280(1 vote) - Navigating Grief with Help from a Rescue Pet - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from Carol NovelloThe shape bereavement takes is unique to each person experiencing it. It depends greatly on who (or what) you lost and how you lost them. It cuts deeper and can be more difficult to process when a death is sudden, when someone takes their own life, or when you lose a child or the person (or ...
Views: 1279 - Organize a Successful Dog Birthday Party - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from mellisa gambelBirthdays are special occasions in everyone’s life. Don’t you think that birthdays are that time of the year for you to exclusively celebrate? Well if you would love to party, is it just not fair that your dog would too? So what do you do to celebrate your dog’s birthdays? Honestly if you truly ...
Views: 1279(2 votes) - Trust and Love: A Dream Journey through Fear - by Submitted on Jul 19, 2009 from Dawn BrunkeSix years ago, just before my birthday, I dreamed of being in an enclosed trailer with three huge elephants. The trailer had room for the elephants to stand and sleep as well as a small living area for humans. Between the elephants and myself, however, were only a few thin wires. As I stood in ...
Views: 1279(1 vote) - Early Puppy Development - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2008 from Anton MihailescuPuppies sleep about 90 percent of their first two weeks of life, waking only to nurse and to be cleaned. Their dark and quiet world is informed through their senses of smell and touch. Unable to control their own body temperature, the pups spend most of their time huddled together or cuddled ...
Views: 1278 - West Highland White Terrier Facts - by Submitted on Jul 02, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAnother beautifully cute pet that resembles a stuff toy is the West Highland White Terrier breed. This dog doesn't stand tall, according to statistics it usually grows to a maximum height of 11 inches. Not heavy either, weighing only 15 to 20 pounds. It has a double coat, where the outer coat is ...
Views: 1275(1 vote) - A Pet Door Makes Your Life Easier - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2008 from Larry VolwilerComing home from the office with a day full of accomplishments makes you want to rest in a comfy couch as a reward for job well done. Upon entering your house you see a pile of pet waste in your expensive Persian carpet and more than a hundred deep scratches in your white door’s paint job. ...
Views: 1274 - Black Dog with a Pink Tongue - by Submitted on May 21, 2007 from Chrissee LacomisHe was our third try for a dog. He was the last puppy left from the litter. We almost didn't get him! His name is Bear. He is a Black Dog with a Pink Tongue. Bear was our third try for a dog. The first two were unsuccessful adoptions...one a chocolate lab female and the other a pointer mix ...
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