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1276. Care Of The Siamese Fighting Fish
      With it’s long flowing fins and vibrant colors, it’s easy to see why the Betta Splendens or Siamese Fighting Fish is a favorite fish for fresh water aquariums. Often seen in tiny little bowls in the pet store, this male of this species is fiercely territorial and must be kept in separate bowls or aquariums or they may fight to the death.These interesting fish are equipped with a tipped up mouth that enables them to get air from the surface of the water and, therefore live in small bowls or thos…



1277. Canine Myotherapy, Common Dog Illnesses and the Benefits of Canine Muscle Therapy
      It's a known fact that most dogs take on the personality of their owners. Just as our dogs learn by our body language and actions, we can also learn from theirs. Ever notice how your dog seems to know when you're sick? As our dogs age, certain ailments, health problems, and dog illnesses may manifest. A change in gait, activity, energy, or appetite, are all signs of a potential underlying health issues. Maybe you noticed she just seems stiff lately, has a harder time with stairs, or takes longer…



1278. Dog Obedience Training By Kelley Blackston
      Dog obedience training begins with the owner. There are several tips to keep in mind before starting any dog obedience training. First of all, understand that dogs have an attention span of no more than ten minutes. Training routines, therefore, should be limited to this time frame. Secondly, all training should be positive. Reward your dog for correct behavior and always end your obedience training sessions on a positive note.Training for a dog is similar to going to work for a human; if you …



1279. New Book Helps Worried Owners Of A Pregnant Cat
      ‘Help, my cat is pregnant and I don’t know what to do!’ Not a day goes by without someone posting this message to an Internet forum.Worried cat owners will know what to do if they read How To Take Care Of Your Pregnant Cat. This new publication is one of the first English-language books in many years exclusively on cat pregnancy. The author, journalist and long-time cat lover Marc de Jong, is the owner of www.cat-pregnancy-report.com. This web site started in August 2004 and quickly established …



1280. Let's Talk About Vaccines - Everyone Else Is! By Connie Limon
      There is no universal protocol for canine vaccination schedules. Many vets recommend more vaccinations than most dogs require to be protected from contagious diseases. A lot of vets use the vaccination schedule they receive with the vaccinations they buy from drug companies. Vets are now realizing to trust vaccine makers may not be the best thing to do. Vaccine makers are in the business of selling vaccines.There are a number of things pet owners can do to make sure their dogs are protected…



1281. A Step-By-Step Guide To Puppy Picking By Ron King
      With hundreds of breeds to choose from, how do you decide which one is right? Narrow down the choices in a few simple steps.Size MattersFirst, consider your available space. If you live in an apartment, you can rule out large dogs. Look for dogs in the Toy group, such as Yorkshire Terriers, or some of the smaller dogs in the Terrier group, like the Miniature Schnauzer.If you have children, you may want to rule out very small dogs, such as Chihuahuas or Maltese. They are delicate and can be acc…




1282. Dog Health Advice for 6 Common Emergencies

      
      Sure, you may be a master of human First Aid. But do you know what to do in a dog health emergency? Approaching Dog Health Emergencies: Two Steps In any dog health emergency, stay calm and think. Approach the dog cautiously. The dog may become aggressive because of fear or pain. You can’t help the dog if you’re hurt yourself. Dog Emergency 1: Traffic Accident: If possible, do not to move the dog. Call the nearest Humane Society or ASPCA office. If the animal workers can’t or won’t come and you m…



1283. How To Discipline Your Boxer Dog
      How To Discipline Your Boxer DogMost would agree that the day you bring the Boxer puppy home, you must already pick the direction in which you want to go with him. Disciplining one is a matter of thinking and working a step ahead of your Boxer. Do it with love, gentleness but firmness as well.Also, a Boxer that is well behaved today may not remain so forever. DogÆs behavior constantly changes; new problems can always develop and existing ones could get worse. So make the discipline constant.Trai…



1284. Choosing Safe Dog Toys for Your Small Dog By Blake Kritzberg
      Choosing the appropriate toys will make your small dog's play time richer, while lessening his chance of accidental injury. Safe toys for your small dog can be purchased from pet supply stores or even made from household items, but it's good to keep these few main safety concerns in mind.Size Matters With Small Dog Toys In general, small dog toys should never be small enough to fit entirely in your dog's mouth, or be capable of being broken into smaller pieces that can stick in his throat. A d…



1285. Commercial Pet Food for Your Dog? By Brigitte Smith
      What you feed your dog is really SO important for your dog's ultimate health, susceptibility to illness, and longevity.You know, if you really want your dog to be as healthy as s/he can be, you should stop feeding ANY of the widely available commercial dog foods.I'm talking here about the types of dog food commonly found in supermarkets, and even about most of the supposedly superior brands sold in some supermarkets, pet food shops, and even by many vets.The cheaper the brand, then generally t…



1286. Rescued Animals: They Often Make the Best Pets
      I've always had pets ever since I was a child - both cats and dogs, usually at the same time. I've had purebred pets and mixed breeds - a few purchased from pet stores and breeders, while most of the others were rescued from local animal shelters and humane societies. And I have to say overall that in my experience, the best pets we've had are the ones we've rescued. Kayla is the latest addition to our family. When we found her, she was an overweight, wiggly, two-year-old pure Yellow Lab who pro…



1287. Adopt A Pet By Kevin Lynch
      In order to add love and affection to their lives, many people look into where they can adopt a pet. A number of neglected and deserted animals end up in shelters that house them until someone is looking to adopt a pet or the shelter can no longer care for them. Adopting a pet of any kind from a shelter or animal rescue service is a great way to get a pet with medical treatment as well as the spaying or neutering of the animal. When you adopt a pet from a shelter or rescue that provides the…



1288. Things To Think About Before You Buy A Pet Bird By Lee Dobbins
      While a bird is an easy pet to care for, they do require just as much commitment and preparation as any other type of pet. Whether you are buying a small parakeet or an large parrot, you should make sure that you are prepared to care for your new feathered friend properly.One thing that all pets, including birds need is attention. If your schedule has you working long hours and not spending much time at home, perhaps you should consider a fish tank instead of a bird. A bird cannot be left i…



1289. Want to Feel Better? Go Stroke Your Cat! By Larry Chamberlain
      Stroking your cat can be good for your health! It has long been known that pet ownership is good for you, we all need someone or something to love. It is also believed that stroking a pet, such as a cat, reduces stress levels and helps you to have a more positive perspective on life.Stroking a cat, and listening to the sound of its contented purring, reduces tension and lowers your blood pressure it is believed.A study was made of a group of people before and after they acquired a pet, the maj…



1290. Space and Shelter Needs for Your Horse - Keeping a Horse on Your Property By Randall Holman
      Horses can be boarded at a commercial stable; however, keeping a horse on your property provides you with more management control, and saves you money. Though keeping your horse on your property allows greater enjoyment and learning experiences, it also requires you to be more attentive toward your horse and to be more knowledgeable in the care of your horse.Horses are quite sturdy and adaptable and when it comes to providing adequate shelter, their needs are very basic. Horse shelter essent…



1291. Transporting Rescued Animals
      Cats and Dogs from the Hurricane affected regions still need help. I do my part by transporting animals when I can. I work with Maine Coone Rescue and get emails when an animal is going to be coming through my area. I volunteer to take a 'leg' or section of the trip and get the animal from one person in the chain to another. I find this work fascinating. I met Mr. Beasley doing this. I've met some wonderful people who love animals through the groups. I now have friends that foster, or take in a…



1292. Learn These Problems Now, And You Can Avoid Your Cat Becoming Ill In The Future
      Cats, like any other animal out there, can become sick. There are several health problems that can affect your cat. If you have never owned one though you may not realize just what those can be. Knowing what to look for can protect your pet's health. The hairball is probably the most common of them. Cats will groom themselves and this allows loose hair to come off the pet and end up in the stomachs. Instead of passing easily, the hair can form a ball within the stomach. If your cat starts coughi…



1293. Goldfish 101
      Goldfish are hardy freshwater fish. While most people know about them, they do not necessarily know all about them. This article attempts to tell you a lot more. They originated from the Gibal Carp. Over the past 2000 years, beginning in China, Goldfish were the result of breeding and early genetic like experimentation. Unlike many other species, various genetic traits can be changed over 3-4 generations with Goldfish. Wild 'Goldfish' live in an environment of ponds, lakes, and other water hole…



1294. Off Leash By Jon Dunkerley
      Having the ability to walk with your dog unleashed at your side is probably one of the more fulfilling aspects for me personally. Passing other dog walkers on the trail and knowing that they are looking jealously at my dog and I as we freely stroll along gives me a sense of pride as well as pure glee. I know these people are thinking to themselves, “wow his dog is well behaved,” and “man I wish my dog was half as well behaved as that guys’ dog!” I get equal satisfaction out of watching them as…



1295. She's Trying To Stop Her Jack Russell Terrier From Sleeping In Their Bed By Adam Katz
      A Jack Russell Terrier owner e-mailed me with the following question:"My boyfriend has allowed his wonderful, very well-behaved Jack Russell, who is two years old, to sleep not just on but in his bed. We are trying to teach her to sleep in her bed which is on the floor by our bed but it's proving very difficult! She's managed to sleep there until about 4 AM, but then the whining starts and she ends up with us.It's not really a problem so much when we are at our house but we are planning to go …



1296. Heartworm Treatment for cats and dogs
      The treatment for heartworms is different for cats and dogs. Do not ever give medicine intended for a cat to your dog or vice versa.Once your pet has heartworms the treatment is not easy. You want to rid your pet of heartworms but many factors need to be looked at before proceeding. Your veterinarian will have to do many tests to determine how many worms your pet has, how it is affecting your pet and if your pet can handle the side effects of the medication.Let’s first look at the treatment of h…



1297. Picasso Vanished!
      PICASSO VANISHED!Copyright 2003, Michael LaRoccaAfter we moved, Picasso went AWOL!Lemme start at the beginning.Lunar New Year, 2003. Jan and I had finished our second semesterof teaching. We'd lived in Hangzhou for just over a year, and ourhome was being destroyed to widen the road.We had a paid holiday of perhaps a month. Right in the middle ofit, we were moving. About 10 minutes up the road by bicycle, butof course we weren't moving on a bicycle.At 12:30, we'd been told, the movers would arriv…



1298. The History Of The Allen Roundhead Gamefowl Chicken Breed
      To simplify the story of the Allen Roundheads for those who haven't heard it before. Will Allen of Mississippi obtained a Boston Roundhead gamecock from Dr. Fred Saunders and crossed him over some hens that a blend of Redquill and Grist Grady. The Gradys' were originated seemingly as a succession of battle crosses by Col Grist of GA. Some of the breeds making up the Gradys were Claiborne, Shawl neck (Southern USA Whitehackles) and Warhorse, plus a bit of Spanish blue stock. Since all these breed…



1299. Dog Aggressive Training: Understand & Eliminate Your Dog's Aggressive Behavior By Moses Chia
      Aggression behavior in a dog is a normal form of canine communication similar to human frustration or anger. Like human, aggressive behavior occurs in every dog. The different lie in the level of aggression shown in them, and this is where dog breeds come into the picture.While some breeds are born with a greater tendency to become aggressive, problems usually occur in homes that knowing or unknowingly encourage the development of a dog’s aggressive behavior.It’s important to know what is goin…



1300. Dog Training: How To Understand Your Dog's Mood By Richard Cussons
      Make you puppy training easier and more fun by understanding that your puppy is trying to communicate with you in other ways than barking or wagging his tail. Remember, your puppy also communicates with his ears, tail, paws, mouth and more and your puppy training and everyday life with your dog will be much more fun.Here is a short guide to some basic dog body language and what it means:Dominant - You'll find that a dominant dog has its ears straight up or forward, its mouth slightly opened or…



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