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126. Is Pet Insurance Worth It? By Michele Elward
     Many pet owners often wonder if it’s worth it to purchase pet insurance. The way I see it, there are two main considerations, your opinion when it comes to risk-taking and the expected health of your pet.Are you a risk-taker or are you conservative? If you are a risk-taker when it comes to insurance and would be okay covering any health-related costs yourself, you shouldn’t bother getting pet insurance. Right or wrong, this is what most pet owners do. However, if you are conservative, and …



127. Training Your Dog…Is It Worth The Effort Or Is It Just A Waste Of Time? By Rockford Tapscott
     Many people feel that taking the time to train their puppy or dog isn’t worth the effort. What with everything else we have to do these days in our busy lives, whose got the time?Kimberley was just like that. She’d never bothered training Jack…but then, one day…Kimberly and Jack ran excitedly up to the top of the escarpment and gazed out over the deep blue ocean waves as they rolled in from the east. The sun was just appearing over the horizon, the cool sea breeze on her face made her feel com…



128. Animal Behavior: What is My Dog Saying?
     Animal Behavior: What is My Dog Saying?Dogs are quite amiable creatures. Much like our human counterparts, their speech is often amplified by their body movements and facial expressions. If you haven't done so yet, carefully study your dog's eyes. Watch his eyebrow motions. Often times, we don't hear them speaking because we're too busy not paying attention to their eye motions. When your dog is facing you and his eyes shift suddenly back and forth, he's telling you that he wants something. Whet…



129. Danger to Your Rabbitry - PAWS Legislation
     Many of us have heard some of the horror stories of puppy mills. News programs describe the unsanitary conditions, the uncontrolled breeding and the poor condition of the animals. Congress has responded by introducing a billed called the Pet Animal Welfare Statue of 2005. This bill is an amendment to the Animal Welfare Act. It's in the Senate as bill S1139 and in the House as HR2669. Currently this bill is in the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry's Subcommittee on Research,…



130. Ever Wonder How Fast To Train Or Work With Your Dog? By Adam Katz
     I noticed the other day, while working with a new German Shepherd dog-mix I adopted from a local animal shelter—how fast and intense you must work with your dog, during the “reinforcement” phase.Your dog goes through three general phases of learning:1. “The Learning phase”: This is when the dog learns to understand what a command means. You use very little correction at this phase, and may use toys, balls or food to motivate (not bribe!) the dog into doing and understanding what the command me…



131. Saving Ginger From Being Put To Sleep – Part 2 By Gary Nugent
     The Story Continues... Following the first of many visits to the vet, Ginger underwent a 2-week course of antibiotics to clear up the remnants of cat flu and to control the infection that resulted from his decaying teeth. And he responded very well. He started grooming properly again and all of the matted hair around his rump was replaced by sleek smooth hair. His coat was again shiny and well looked after rather than being matted and dull, lifeless and unclean. The skin allergy was also addre…



132. Dog Health Problems - How to Identify Them and How to Treat Them By Brigitte Smith
     An essential to your dog’s health is his/her regular annual checkup with the vet. Whether or not you choose to have your dog vaccinated* at this time, the annual chekup is also an excellent opportunity for a thorough physical examination to be carried out, and a time to discuss any minor problems or issues which you feel may be affecting your dog’s health or wellbeing. This is a time when your vet may pick up inherited diseases and the like (when your dog is young) so they can be treated early…



133. Using Electrolytes to Avoid Equine Dehydration By Edna L. Morris
     For heat dissipation and body cooling, a horse trotting at 11.2 mph loses about 3.3 gallons of sweat per hour under moderate conditions. The salts/electrolytes sodium, potassium, chloride, magnesium and calcium are also lost with this loss of fluid. These electrolytes are responsible for the transfer of water through cell membranes, for nerves to fire and muscles to contract. Large losses of electrolytes can result in several neuromuscular and systemic disturbances including muscle cramping…



134. Dog Too Spoiled To Walk On Leash
     Dear Mr. Katz:I have a 4 month old female pup, AmStaff/Boxer (we think - she was a rescue). She responds well to all training, EXCEPT for walking and heeling.We've practiced the loose-leash 'turning on a dime' technique described in your book and audio tape at length, but she refuses to cooperate.It's not a matter of distraction - when I attempt to train her in this style, she pulls back with all her strength. When the loose leash is snapped, she sits, paws braced, or lays down on her back. The…



135. The 5 Things You Should Know Before Breeding Cats
     The cat population is astronomical. Most experts agree that average cat owners should spay their cat, not breed. Still there are people who want to have a litter from their pet. But there’s a lot to think about before planning a feline family. Here are five things you should know:1. It takes time. You’ll have to clean the nest every day, for two months. You should keep an eye on the kittens and watch their development – you won’t have time for a holiday. 2. It takes space. It’s not a good idea …



136. Shih Tzu - Why Should We Communicate With Our Shih Tzu? By Connie Limon
     First you want to ask yourself, why did you purchase a shih tzu? I have seen people with dogs, even shih tzu, who chain the dog to a backyard tree and visit the dog only to provide water and food. I think to myself, that has to be a very lonely life for that shih tzu. I also know those owners are missing out on a lot of the enjoyment of owning a shih tzu. If you never to communicate with your shih tzu or you never try to communicate with your shih tzu, you truly do not need to purchase one. Sh…



137. Probiotics - The Good Bacteria By Deena Caruso
     PROBIOTICS - The Good Bacteria - Does your pet have digestion problems, diarrhea, skin problems, food intolerances, or other chronic health problems? Supplement with a high quality pet probiotic to restore your pet’s healthy gut, and chances are you’ll improve your pet’s health.A probiotic, sometimes referred to as good or friendly bacteria, is a microorganism necessary for a healthy and balanced intestinal tract. There are two types of bacteria found in the intestinal tract, good and harmfu…



138. How To Stop Your Dog From Digging Holes In Your Garden
     First, I need to figure out when he is digging. Since I know the dog and his lifestyle, I can rule out several factors such as boredom or puppyhood or gophers, etc...I noticed that every time he would start digging holes he was in the yard playing with a friend's dog, unsupervised.So, I first need to MAKE SURE that it was ACTUALLY MY DOG that was the perpetrator. A quick look at his feet would suggest that it was.Next, I needed to figure out if he would dig ANY TIME he was left alone in the yar…



139. The Basics of Caring For Your Puppy
     Potty Training Your Puppy:Make sure you feed your dog at regular times every day as this makes bathroom breaks regular as well. Feed your puppy 2-3 times a day. As soon as he is finished eating, take him to a grassy 'potty area'. Speak the words 'go potty' or 'go in the grass' before and while he is eliminating. Be sure to praise him when he is done. What you are doing is building word associations with the dog that will allow you to encourage his potty activity on command. This comes in handy w…



140. Gift Giving Ideas for People Who Love Dogs
     All of us have a friend or relative who loves their dog. They carry pictures in their wallets or purses, take vacations with their pet and talk about them all the time.Buying a gift for someone who loves their dog can be daunting with all the possibilities. Here is some help narrowing down the options available for gift giving to a pet owner.1. Create Your Own Gift - If you are creative this is the most cost effective way to give a gift to a dog lover. You can give a basket of dog treats…



141. Things You should never feed your Dog
     Unfortunately, there are a number of household items which we tend to take for granted that are potentially very dangerous to yourdog's health. It is especially important to be aware of this because as you know, dogs are essentially scavengers and will often eat just about anythingthey can sink their fangs into. I would say that may own dog is more like a mobile garbage disposal. It is also very important to be aware of these items since their sense of smell is so well developed that your pooch …



142. Pet Stairs
     When we think of pets we don't often consider the idea of stairs specially designed just for them. If you are the owner of a dog or a cat you may find yourself having to pick them up to set them on a chair so they can look out a window. With the use of pet stairs your animal will be able to comfortably move onto the furniture at their own convenience. Animals can experience injuries just as human beings do. As dogs and cats age their joints can develop arthritis and they aren't as mobile as the…



143. Taking your dog training off leash
     Many dog owners are anxious to give their four legged companions the freedom of going off leash, but it is important not to rush that important step. Dogs should only be allowed off their leash after they have become masters of all the basic obedience commands, such as walking at your heel, sitting and staying on command Another skill that must be completely mastered before the dog can be taken off the leash is the come when called command. Even if the dog can heel, sit and stay perfectly, if he…



144. The Different Breeds Of Dogs By Wendy Yeager
     The American Kennel Club recognizes 150 different dog breeds. There are seven different groups in which the dog can belong. They are assigned to one of the groups based on what the breed of dog was originally developed for. There is also a miscellaneous group if the dog doesn’t fit into one of the seven. The seven different dog groups are as follows.The first is the sporting group. These dogs were developed to work with people who hunted birds. A Labrador Retriever would fit into this gr…



145. Buyer Beware: Purebred Dog Myths By Suzanne James
     Every month I am approached by dog owners of my breed who complain about how poorly behaved, how sickly, how untrainable, and generally my breed is and how deeply they resented spending money on this breed. I listen patiently, but time taught me not to defend ‘good’ breeders, or explain to the angry owners how their own ignorance cuased them to become victimized.There are many myths that abound in the dog world. Unfortunately, each allows unscrupulous breeders to take advantage of eager, pro…



146. Your Purrrfect Companion By Mary Majorda
     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 like your body language, behavior, and words give away your intentions and feelings, similarly, your pets also communicate through their bodies, and noises they make. As a pet owner, it is important for…



147. Goldfish Feeding Tips
     What’s the best food for your Goldfish?Goldfish need food that is a combination of carbohydrates and vitamins to help them grow and fight disease. They particularly need vitamin A to make their colors look bright. They do need protein but just about 12% so that they can build muscle. In the natural habitat, Goldfish mainly feed on plants. They eat a fiber diet that includes algae, grasses and aquatic plants in the natural environment. Thankfully you do not have to sweat much to provide them wit…



148. Understanding the Language and Behavior of a Pet Bird
     Birds, just like other pets, have their own ways of Communicating, or Bird Language.Birds communicate to other birds and also communicateto their owners, in a variety of ways. While all specieshave their own unique methods of bird language, thereare many generalities.Birds use their body, body parts and voices to express awide range of emotions.Ways Birds CommunicateBarkingSome birds give out a type of bark when excited or whentrying to prove their dominance.Beak ClickingWhen a bird is clicking …



149. Housebreaking Dogs and Puppies - A Step by Step Guide to Potty Training Your Dog or Puppy By Tony Norton
     If you're reading this I think it's safe to assume that you either currently own, or are about to buy, a dog or puppy and don't want to come home to nasty "surprises" on your living room floor. That's why I'm writing this step by step guide to potty training your adult dog or puppy.Before I get into the details of how to do this I want to take a second to say that this is not a difficult thing to do. It's a pretty straight forward process and anybody can get great results! It DOES however requ…



150. Dog Owners Beware By Thomas R. Smith
     Recently, a New Jersey Superior Court in Mercer County awarded $100,000 in damages to a UPS driver for injuries he suffered while trying to deliver a package. The homeowners’ dog was roaming alone loose on the property, had a history of viciousness, went at the driver, and the driver severely and permanently injured his knee trying to escape.Also, recently, an unrestrained dog jumped out of its owner’s car window and viciously attacked a woman and her dog. The attacking dog was reported to be …



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