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- 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: 1246 - What’s the right pet food for my new dog or cat? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonThere are a wide range of options available when it comes to buying pet food and if you have only just bought your first cat or dog, it can be a little daunting knowing which way to go. Most of the products on the market will promise quality pet nutrition, but which is right for you and your ...
Views: 768 - Treat your animal to quality pet food - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonHave you ever wondered how much your pet costs you? Perhaps the thought is scary, however, while saving money on toy balls, hoops and ropes might solve your cash flow problems, it’s not wise to compromise on the quality of your dog food quality of your dog food or cat treats. While it might ...
Views: 792 - How much does your pet cost you? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonHave you ever sat down and worked out the cost of owning a pet? If so, you probably got quite a shock. Your bank balance will certainly suffer, but hopefully your heart will feel warmer as you take care of a happy and healthy animal. Here at Hill’s we understand that doting on your cat or ...
Views: 661 - Dog Day Care NJ, Simple Methods to Locate a Trusty Specialist - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Jill PalisiIn-home or non-public dog daycare operators' gives dog a home natural environment, plus much more human-to-dog call. Dog daycare centers are create to try and do just that. I've never noticed Tessie's tail wag any harder or quicker than when she sees them. You can pick out the best and go for ...
Views: 491 - A Dog Walker Is Your Dog’s Fitness Guru - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from John SmithDog walking has become such an important profession. There are so many dog walkers in the field today that finding one is not at all difficult. We understand that not all dog owners can provide their dogs with a good and long walk on a day-to-day basis. Many of us have tight work schedules ...
Views: 552 - How much is your pet worth? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonAt Hill’s, we understand that owning a pet can be a really enjoyable experience. We also know, over time, it can become a pretty costly one. Doting on your dog and providing the best puppy care can certainly cause a dent in your wallet, but is it all worth it? Of course it is. Cute canines ...
Views: 701 - Expert Treatment for Your Pets Now from Park Issa Veterinary Services - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Judy BlytheIf you have pets you will want to know there is a professional veterinary service available that can provide routine and emergency healthcare. For vets in Wrexham you should choose Park Issa. This leading veterinary service can provide you with a regular vet practice and also a fully equipped ...
Views: 527 - You Got a New Puppy...Now What? - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine SimmsThe breeder should give you a cloth or fluffy toy that they had rubbed on your puppy's mother or littermates, so that it smells like them. It will be familiar and very comforting to the puppy as it leaves its comfort zone for a new life! Puppy proof your house Put the things you don’t want ...
Views: 638 - Calling All Dogs: Food Gulping Days Are Over! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Catherine SimmsMany dog owners are aware of the health dangers of their dogs eating too fast. Unfortunately, these dog owners only found a very limited choice of dog feeders which would modify their dog's behavior, and which are also attractive and stylish. Eating too fast may be harmful to some dogs. It ...
Views: 801 - How to train Your Puppy to Accept, Like, Tolerate EVERYTHING and EVERYBODY! - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Jude LeMoineTraining your puppy to like everything… people, big and little, old and young and all manner of things…bikes, skateboards, vacuum cleaners, big trucks, coffee grinders, mixers, hats, big bags, masks, big dogs, tiny dogs, umbrellas, hats is not really ‘training’. It is exposure. It’s super ...
Views: 827 - Ensure the health and well-being of your pets. - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Mark GlendaleLooking after your pets should be paramount as pets are often like children to homeowners, so looking after your pets should be as important as looking after children. Checking your pets’ health and well being very often will be very beneficial, as if there is something wrong the vet will be ...
Views: 515 - A Pet Insurance Plan At A Great Cost - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from John SmithThe cost of pet medicine and vet bills are increasing on a daily basis it often seems. This is the main reason why pet insurance is a must for all pet owners. As a responsible pet owner you want your pet to lead a happy and healthy life but you would also like to save as much as you can. The ...
Views: 876 - Five Indoor Air Quality Tips for Pet Owners - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Terry EdekerIndoor pets are often considered to be members of the family, but they can cause health problems for the human members of the family by reducing the quality of the air inside the home. Pets release hair and dander into the air for their human companions to breathe, sometimes causing respiratory ...
Views: 840 - Learning About Dog Allergies Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Jennifer GretsonAs pet owners, we do our best to anticipate the bad. If our animal is acting up in a peculiar manner, or gets sick on our favorite rug, or is just having difficulty doing what they once did, we make it our responsibility to find out why. After all, we would expect our parents or family members ...
Views: 474 - When Dogs Get Older - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2011 from Ann StewartFor anyone who's had a dog that has gotten older, we know there are definite signs of age, and things that can make caring for an older dog a little more challenging. If you are new to caring for an aging dog, there are some things you should know. First, you need to understand that dogs age ...
Views: 840 - Holistic First-Aid For Cats and Dogs: You Can Help Them Feel Better - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2011 from Anne Whitehouse PhDWe all value our pets. They give us so much: affection, love and entertainment. So it's very hard to watch them when they are ill, afraid or suffering. Over the years I have sometimes been asked to provide healing for pets. Let me share with you some simple and effective healing techniques which ...
Views: 1630(1 vote) - Getting On With The Best Dog Breeds For Families - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikIs your family planning to get a dog? Are you undecided what kind of dog to get? There are a lot of things that you have to consider before making your final decision. Should you get a big dog or a small one? Would you prefer a long-haired dog or not? Will it be primarily a guard dog or a pet? ...
Views: 520 - Good Dog Breeds For Children: What To Consider - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikTaking on a dog, while having children around, can be quite a problem. Most parents are concerned about the fact that the dog might knock their child over and cause injury. Other parents think that dogs are unsafe when there is a small child in the premises for the child might get bitten. These ...
Views: 530 - Non Sporting Dogs: The Ultimate Top Five - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikThese adorable, cuddly, cute breeds have become quite popular and well-loved in many American homes. They vary in size, features, temperament and coats. When once they were known to be hunters, pullers, herders and protectors, they have now become beloved family pets and faithful companions. ...
Views: 609 - Pet Dog Insurance: Weighing Your Choices - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikDogs are the most common pet in any household. Their loyalty and gentleness could endear them to their owners making them not just a pet but a part of the family. But most dog owners have no idea how expensive their dog's medical bills could get, especially when it gets older. This is where pet ...
Views: 603 - Smartest Dog Breed: How To Deal With Them - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikWho would not want to have a smart dog? Other than non-dog lovers, I'd bet people would get a kick out of having a very smart dog as their pet, right? I'd love to have one, don't you? However, taking care of smart dogs can be quite tricky. Though they may be smart, they can also be very ...
Views: 523 - Small Dog Breeds for You and Your Little Ones - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikSmall dogs are very endearing, interesting and are commonly popular among families who love taking care of dogs. Seeing them in dog shops may want to make you bring them home and take care of them, right? However, not all dogs are ideal for all types of families. There are families which have ...
Views: 525 - Large Dog Breeds: Big Dogs with Big Hearts - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikJust like small dogs, taking care of large dog breeds would require you to look into the special considerations and their special needs. Large dog breeds, as the name implies, differ from other dogs in terms of their height, weight, size and strength. Since they occupy a larger space, they would ...
Views: 659 - Terrier Dogs: What You May Not Know About Them - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikBefore picking a dog for you and your family, you must first be oriented with the different kinds of dog breeds, their nature, needs and other important information that will be useful in dealing with them. You have to put in consideration the space, food, and grooming that they will require. ...
Views: 551 - Directory of Breed of Dogs - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikFor those who would want to take care of dogs, they must always remember that they should adjust their lifestyle with the new best friends and not expect their pet to adjust for them. There are a lot of things to be considered before picking out a canine companion. Before choosing one which you ...
Views: 522 - Popular Working Dog: What They Have That We Humans Don't - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikWhen you hear the term working dogs, you would immediately think of dogs that have a specific task to do. We usually see these dogs assisting people with disabilities, taking care of a family or a property, guarding flocks or working side by side with the police to catch criminals. Here are some ...
Views: 542 - Most Popular Dog Breeds: The Magic Five - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikChoosing the right kind of dog to take on as a pet is very important. Not a lot of people know that different breeds have different temperaments. Some breeds might not be suitable for homes with children, while others would be perfect. In this article, I have outlined five of the most popular ...
Views: 558 - Easy To Train Dog Breeds: The Top Five - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikEasy to train dog breeds are different from smart dog breeds in a lot of ways. Though intelligence might be a great factor, there are characteristics of easy-to-train dogs that are not there in most smart dogs. For one thing, easily trained dogs must have an eager-to-please personality. That is ...
Views: 620 - Miniature Toy Dog Breeds - Know Which Breed Is Perfect for You - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikMiniature toy dog breeds are very popular nowadays. You could see a lot of celebrities and socialities carrying around little dogs in designer bags, but even before that became a fad, miniature dogs have always been well-loved by everyone. If you are looking for a miniature toy dog of your own, ...
Views: 537 - Hypoallergenic Dog Breeds - Perfect Anti-Sneeze Dogs - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikHypoallergenic dog breeds are steadily gaining popularity nowadays. People are becoming more and more aware that there are certain dogs that are good for their allergies. I'd expect that this would be really great news for people who have deprived themselves of owning dogs. Now, they could ...
Views: 606 - Non-Shedding Dog Breeds: Learn How to Take Care of Them - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikNon-shedding dog breeds, also called hypoallergenic dogs, are great for people who have allergies. Dog fur, or animal dander, would be the triggering factor of all those sneezes and stuffy noses. That is the reason why some people do not get dogs at all. Their allergies make owning a dog too ...
Views: 592 - Sporting Dogs: Top Three Hunters/House Pets - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikSporting dogs are breeds of dogs that were actually used for hunting. They have been bred to assist hunters in tracking and retrieving game. However, hunting is now a strictly regulated activity, and these dogs now function more as house pets than as hunters. These breeds are fairly active ...
Views: 517 - Working Dogs: Modern Day Heroes of the Non-Human Kind - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikFor most people, the term "working dogs" would usually mean the dogs that they see herding cattle or sheep. However, we do not have cattle here in the city but we still have working dogs. Working dogs here have totally different functions when compared to cattle herding dogs, but they are just ...
Views: 523 - Hound Dogs: Three Categories That People Should Know About - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikHound dogs are very popular back in the age where hunting was considered a sport. Hunting is still being practiced nowadays, but not as much as it was before. The reason behind the hound dog's popularity among hunters is that they have an innate ability to track their prey. They have keen sense ...
Views: 561 - Types of Dogs: The Three Most Popular - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikThere are many different types of dogs. When you are planning on getting a dog of your own, it is important to know which type suits you best. There are dogs that may not be suitable as home pets, and there are dogs that are great for hunting, the outdoors and even police work. Knowing the type ...
Views: 566 - Herding Dogs: The Top Five To Get You Started - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2011 from Kristle yikHerding dogs have been of great use to men since time begotten. Ranchers and farmers alike have made great use of them, but the common man have found that these herding dogs breeds also make great house pets. They are highly intelligent dogs and training them, if done properly, would result to ...
Views: 603 - Picking the Perfect Puppy - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from SamPup MooresSo you have decided to get a puppy! After looking at any potential problems you have chosen the breed of dog that will suit you and your lifestyle. The only difficulty now is where to get the dog from. You would like to know that it has been well taken care of in its first weeks, so you need to ...
Views: 862 - Puppy Grooming - How to Brush and Bath Your Puppy - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from SamPup MooresPups are just like kids - the dirtier they get the more happy they are! Even as your dog gets older you will find he has an inclination to roll in anything horrid if he gets the opportunity. Puppy hair is, to some degree, self-cleaning - but not to the point that your pup will never require ...
Views: 930 - Pet Identification is Performed by Many Strategies - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2011 from Rick MichaelsPet identification is exceedingly needed in nowadays thanks to the need for the licensing of the dog in a correct demeanor and to cut back the numbers of the stray dog menace in streets. Pet identification is performed by many strategies, which are dissimilar from one another. The price ...
Views: 735 - Train Yourself, Then Train Your Dog - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Claudette MercadoFor most of us, the dogs that we own are not simply a pet but they actually become an extension of the family. Unfortunately, many people tend to allow their dogs to rule the roost and this tends to make everybody miserable. What they don't realize is the fact that even the dog wants to be ...
Views: 496 - Best And Effective Pet Medicine For Your Pet - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from anuradha thakurYour pets are one of the abundant sources of your happiness. You like their aggregation because they accord you more and love. You affliction them like your kids because they deserve it. You comb about for means to accumulate them advantageous and fit so that you too can get pleasure an alive ...
Views: 607 - Equimax Oral Gel Horse Wormer - by Equimax Oral Gel for Horses is an all-in-one, combination wormer containing two different active ingredients. The combination of ivermectin and praziquantel is capable of treating multiple-specie infestations. This means Equimax Horse Wormer has the best combined efficacy and the broadest ...
Views: 1227 - What to do About Yeast Infections in Dog's Ears - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from SamPup MooresDog Ear Yeast Infection is fairly prevalent, mostly in those dogs that spend a large amount of their time in the outdoors. It is more of a problem in breeds with droopy ears - like Spaniels and Bassett Hounds - yeast and bacteria flourishing in warm, dim and humid environments. It is rare in ...
Views: 1387 - Seattle Bed Bug Dog is Quite Troublesome - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Jeannine FioritoWhen it comes to the matter of detecting bed bugs, Seattle bed bug dog is considered as the best friend. He is trained to detect the location of bed bugs in infested places. These lovable, but accurate doggies are expert in carrying out their work well. Bed bug dogs can sniff out your sponging ...
Views: 868 - Dog Diet Advice - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Richard DembizkyYour dog is your buddy. In some cases the best friend. They offer you unconditional love and company. Some breeds live to please you. They can brighten up your day when you get home after a long day of the office with how excited they are to see you. It is a known fact that having a dog ...
Views: 660 - Easily Control Pests by the Help of Reliable Companies - by Submitted on Oct 21, 2011 from Shiv OmPests are the annoying species that make your environment unhealthy. Common people have to suffer a lot just because of annoying conditions that pests create. They spread germs in your surroundings that directly or indirectly effect the on your health. Sometimes people also get ill for long time ...
Views: 571 - Box Turtle Care You must Know Now - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from James BonnerCongratulations, you may have a new box turtle. But how do you take care of your precious new friend? Taking care of a box turtle can take some function, but you will discover uncomplicated steps to guarantee that your box turtle is happy in his new residence. Initial you should determine ...
Views: 619 - How to Take Care Of A Turtle - Crucial Points - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Michael WhitfieldBox turtles range within the wild all through the United States and Britain, and make delightful pets. They do having said that, require right care if they're to stay healthy and totally free from infections. The initial advice essential to Box turtle care is always to not capture a wild turtle, ...
Views: 587 - Introduction to Pet Turtles - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from James BonnerDespite what many believe, turtles aren't low maintenance pets, they take a fair amount of dedication and time and is usually rather pricey to preserve. They're however intriguing and entertaining pets which will be with you for years to come. Those contemplating turtles need to maintain in ...
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