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551. Pet Vitamins are Essential for Your Dog's Health By Brigitte Smith
     Vitamins for Pets - How Essential Are They?A vitamin supplement for pets is essential to your pet's wellbeing unless you're already feeding your pet its natural raw diet in precisely the proportions it would eat in the wild. If not, your pet is, to a greater or lesser extent, deficient in vitamins which it needs for optimal health. Certainly, your pet may get by without them, but if you want to ensure a long and healthy life for your pet, your pet needs a vitamin supplement. Vitamins can also …



552. 3 Quick Tips to Keep Your Pit Bull Out of Trouble and Healthy Too By Jason Mann
     The following article will share with you three (3) tips you can use to curb behavior problems and keep your Pit Bull healthy too.Tip #1: K9 to 5. Work is a must.By work I mean something your Pit Bull must do in order to shed excess energy. A job is not only a great way to exercise your dog, it’s also a great way to curb behavior problems.How does this curb behavior problems?From my own research and experience I can tell you with 100% confidence that 95% of all behavior problems are caused by …



553. Dog Training: Learn How You Can Overcome The Issue Of Your Dog Refusing To Come When Called
     Many dog owners fail to recognize the importance of having a dog that comes when called until there is a problem, such as the collar or leash breaking, or the dog tearing free to chase a person or another animal. These situations can be dangerous for the dog, the owner and other members of the community. In areas where there is a lot of vehicular traffic, the situation could even prove fatal to the dog. Unfortunately, many well meaning owners sabotage this important part of their dog's trainin…



554. Westie Rescue Centres By Jeff Cuckson
     The aim of a Westie rescue centre such as the one at: http://www.westierescuescheme.org.uk/ is for rescuing and re-housing unwanted westie dogs.There are many other westie rescue sites such as the one at: http://www.petfinder.org/shelters/IL112.htmlfrom Missouri - Illinois Representative welcomes you! Working in cooperation with the Westie Rescue of Missouri, we offer a second, third, whatever chance it is, to all Terriers, including Scottish, of all ages and health.A lovely site is: http://w…



555. French Bulldog Complete Profile
     Key Facts:Size: Small - medium Height: About 30 cm (12 inches)Weight: Bitches: 10.9 kg (24 lb) Dogs: 12.7 kg (28lb)Life Span: 15 yearsGrooming: EasyExercise: UndemandingFeeding: UndemandingTemperament: Cheerful & intelligentCountry of Origin: FranceAKC Group: Non-sportingOther Names: Bouledogue FrancaisPhysical Characteristics:General Appearance: Kind expression, compactly-built and sturdy.Colour: Brindle, fawn or pied e.g. brindle/white with white predominating. Coat: Short, smooth, fine and lu…



556. RecoveryPets.Com Dispels The Myths By T.B. Collins
     In a recent discussion about pet safety, the services provided by a website entitled RecoveryPets.Com was compared to microchips and tattoos, and were they a better option to providing identification for pets. During this discussion a lot of statements were made and taken for fact, but here we will dispel some of those myths.One of the myths about microchips is that they emit a signal that can be tracked by the company that provides the chip. The truth is that the chip emits no signal, and req…



557. A Review of Cat Fancy Magazine
     Occasionally, some of us get to do work that is totally fun and such is the case with my assignment to review Cat Fancy Magazine. My own two Bengal cats volunteered to assist with my research but in the end both of them were found sleeping on the job.A recent issue of Cat Fancy Magazine estimated that, based on the latest surveys, there are approximately 90 million cats in the United States. Thus, it is indeed fortunate for those of us who own these ‘purrfect’ animals to have Cat Fancy Magazine …



558. Separation Anxiety in Dogs By Ron Swerdfiger
     What is Separation Anxiety?When you leave the house, it is nice to know that your dog goes to his favorite spot and sleeps peacefully until you return. However dogs suffering from separation anxiety are not so lucky. Separation anxiety can appear in dogs that have not been properly socialized, dogs that have been moved from one home to another and dogs that are naturally nervous.Your dog is a social, pack animal who relies on the others (you) for individual protection and security. Dogs that l…



559. The Most Important Steps for Finding a Dog Breeder By Ispas Marin
     Generally people are very keen on animals, dogs especially,wanting to have one in their apartments or houses. The dog breeders are the persons you can contact whenever you want to take a pure breed dog. Yet, the problem of the dog breeders's reputation arises and you need to be sure that this person is indeed looking after his animals that they are healthy and so an. It is easy to check the advertisements in your local newspaper but it would be advisable to make sure that the dog breeder you h…



560. Help Your Dog Become a Good Canine Citizen By Louise Louis
     Is your dog a gentleman or lady? If so, you may be able to get an award to prove it from the American Kennel Club (AKC) through its Canine Good Citizen Program.This certification program is for all dogs, whether purebred or mutt. Any dog who has completed his vaccinations can be tested, and there is no upper age limit.Ten behaviors are tested:1. Accepting a friendly stranger2. Sitting politely for petting3. Letting someone brush and groom him4. Walking on a loose leash5. Walking through a c…



561. Dog Jewelry: A Celebration of Man's Best Friend By Sam Serio
     "Dogs are our link to paradise. They don't know evil or jealousy or discontent. To sit with a dog on a hillside on a glorious afternoon is to be back in Eden, where doing nothing was not boring--it was peace." - Milan KunderaThe idea of wearing jewelry with dog motifs may seem strange to most people. The dog is normally not anywhere near as graceful as the cat or the dolphin, which both make for wonderful jewelry patterns, indeed. But the appeal of dog jewelry may surprise some, and the beauty…



562. Abused Cats
     Abused cats can be terribly maimed and damaged on the outside. They can even appear quite normal on the outside and all the damage might be emotional. The emotional damage is harder to repair. A physically damaged cat will still respond positively to a soft voice and touch. They seem to know that the abuse will not continue anymore. With an emotionally abused cat, you will need to let the cat come to you. Feed and care for it conscientiously. If you have another, more loving cat, the example to…



563. Breed Profile - The Labrador Retriever By Paul Johnston
     Origin:The origins of the Labrador are rather obscure but two types of dog were known in Newfoundland - a large heavy dog used to pull boats into land and a lighter, smoother coated variety used by fisherman to retrieve game and fish. They were both known as Newfoundland dogs and it was not until 1812 that the larger breed was known as Newfoundlands, and the smaller as the lesser Newfoundland or Labrador. In 1814 Labradors were taken to England where, in a book 'Instructions to Young Sportsmen…



564. Terrorizing Your Cat with iRobot Vacuum System By Lance Winslow
     Do you have a home robotic vacuum cleaner? They are all the new rage and quite innovative indeed. If you do not have one you eventually will have one, as that is how the future of vacuuming around the house will be done. Most household tasks will be done by simple robotic systems with at least a minimum of artificial intelligence programming. The ride on lawnmowers will move over and make way to the autonomous lawn mowing robots in the near future. Today a good vacuum is expensive and the iRob…



565. Treating dog arthritis with natural supplements.
     Dog arthritis is one of the most common diseases that affect canines; especially large breed dogs (60-90 lbs) the best thing you can do is to prevent the occurrence of this disease with the appropriate supplements when your dog is 4 or 5 years old and not wait until symptoms show, but if your dog is already presenting symptoms and/or pain you should consider the option of natural treatment for your pet’s condition.Osteoarthritis in dogs (or just dog arthritis) can be treated effectively with nat…



566. Positive Dog Training Techniques By Amy Howells
     There are many different dog training techniques that are out there today. Many people often don't realize that dog training courses often utilize different dog training techniques.Some of these dog training techniques work better than others.Whether you are going to a dog training course or if you are doing the dog training yourself... wouldn't you rather know which dog training technique is the best?If you answered yes to that question then you should know that positive dog training is the …



567. Six Dog Training Tips to Modify Negative Behavior By Kevin Simmons
     Almost every dog owner will have to use some sort of behavior modification techniques at one time or another when training their prized pet. If you are able to ‘get’ why your dog does what he does, when he does it, you are one step closer to solving the problem. This article will detail ten ways of doing just that, in a general fashion that can be used for a wide variety of issues.Dog Training Tip #1: It’s All about ControlLet your dog know who is in charge, and you’ve alleviated a lot of prob…



568. Amazing Insights Of A Horse Training Expert From The Late 1800's! By Andy Curry
     Could a horse trainer, born about 154 years ago, teach us anything new today? Would the methods be old hat or would they be useful?The answer is a resounding Yes!, they are enormously useful.The horse training expert referred to is named Jesse Beery. Beery was a world famous horse trainer from the late 1800's who possessed amazing ability with horses.Fortunately, Beery's secrets remain after all these years. His information can be found in his book he wrote in the late 1800's. However, ver…



569. Breed Specific Legislation - Is your dog next?
     Breed specific legislation otherwise known as “BSL” has started to sweep the world. Germany, Canada, The United States, France, and England are among the major countries that have enacted some form of breed specific law that restricts or calls for a complete ban on several breeds from existing peacefully within their borders.American Pit Bull Terriers or anything that remotely resembles a “Pit Bull” are among the most commonly listed breeds in BSL proposals.Even more horrible is that fact these …



570. Dog Training – the Basic Commands By Jeff Rose
     There are of course many reasons for owners to want a calm, obedient and faithful dog. For one thing, obedient and trained dogs are happier dogs, less likely to get into tussles with people or with other dogs. Another reason is that many communities require that the dogs living in their neighborhoods be well trained. This is especially true for many breeds thought to have aggression and behavior problems – dog breeds like pit bulls and rottweilers for instance.And of course, training your d…



571. Chronic Ear Infections in Dogs By Shawn Messonnier
     Chronic ear infections are among the most commonly seen disorders in pets. Often they occur in certain breeds, including spaniels and retrievers. I regularly consult with owners who have treated their pets for years with various medications. The ears improve during treatment, but quickly relapse once treatment stops. With time the treatment ceases to work since the bacteria and yeasts which cause the infections have built up resistance to the drugs.It’s very important to determine the cause o…



572. Training a cat to have likeable behaviors
     Cats can be very finicky at times. When you are trying to change bad behaviors, this can be hard. Cats will not always do what you want them to. When you are trying to change a bad behavior you need to introduce one good behavior. Redirect them into a behavior that is more acceptable for the both of you. Make sure that you reward your cat for any good behaviors that they may show. Use treats, praise, cuddling, hugs, and games. When you spot, you cat doing something undesirable you should redi…



573. 5 Surefire Ways to Show Your Dog You’re The Boss By Charlie Lafave
     You Must Be The Alpha DogFirst, let’s take a look at what a “pack mentality” means. Dogs are born into packs – in the wild, packs are the essential social order. Unlike humans, who use a variety of political processes to determine leadership and rank, dogs sort out their social order by dominance and power. In a wolf pack, there is a Top Dog – a clear leader who is the dominant, Alpha male. He’s the Big Dog, with pride of place at the dinner table (well, if wolves had a dinner table!), first i…



574. How To Keep Your Cat Healthy - Your Guide to Cat Diseases and Conditions, and How to Cure Them By Niall Kennedy
     Even with the best care, cats can become ill. Sometimes this means a simple "kitty cold," at other times the disease might have a more lasting or even fatal result. The following are some of the more common causes of serious illness in cats.An upper respiratory infection (URI) is the medical term for what many cat lovers call a "kitty cold." Indeed, the symptoms match those of a human cold, sneezing and discharge from the nose. While they seem similar, the human and cat version of this infecti…



575. Pet Safety at Christmas
     Things change at Christmas time - new people come to your house with strange new things, you rearrange furniture, add new things like trees, get more tired, and pay less attention. All these things can confuse your animal companion causing them to do things they ordinarily wouldn't do, and also bring harm to themselves. Since it has been my fate to learn from experience, sometimes vicariously, sometimes straight-on, I'll include examples which I hope this article will keep you from having to e…



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