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1576. Westies Dogs and Your Children
      Almost without exception, breeders will advertise that their favorite terrier, westies dogs, are good with children. However, terrier enthusiasts, and westie rescue organizations, tell a different story. Before you bring your terrier into a home with small children, be sure you understand the westie personality, and how they might react to your children's behavior.Like any terrier, a westie can have what is called a high 'prey drive.' Any breed of terrier, westhighland terriers included, was ori…



1577. Toby – My Whirling Twirling Sheltie By Bonnie Carrier
      Five years ago this August a funny little puppy came to live in our home.He was tiny, blue-gray and white colored coat, skinny tail that hurt when it hit you and the biggest bat ears I’d ever seen on a puppy. There was one other oddity his eyes were two different colors, one blue one brown.This little guy’s energy level was amazing; he ran and bounced like there were springs attached to the pads of his feet. He made us laugh from the moment he walked through the front door.However the reality …



1578. A Good Tip For Dogs With Itchy Skin
      Now that summer is in full swing, many dogs are experiencing dry skin and excessive itchiness. I know that my dog, 'Forbes,' certainly has been! Of course, the first thing you'll want to rule out is fleas. But barring fleas, I've found that the best way to alleviate itching is to:Splash approximately 2 Tablespoons of either vegetable oil or canola oil in your dog's food.The additional fat will give your dog's coat a soft, shiny look and will help alleviate dry skin and itching.You can also try a…



1579. Outrageous Tales About Chihuahuas: Some Are True!
      Outrageous Tales About Chihuahuas: Some Are True!By Bill KnellWhen you look at a Chihuahua that weighs less than two pounds full grown, it is hard to imagine that it’s actually a dog! That is why so many people once believed the rumor that Chihuahuas were some kind of weird mix of rodent and dog. The rumor began after people who traveled along the Mexican Border with Texas and Arizona over one hundred and fifty years ago noticed the breed.Early Wild West novels and storybooks explained the small…



1580. Old English Sheepdog Complete Profile
      Key Facts:Size: LargeHeight: Above 54 cm (21 inches)Weight: About 30 kg (66 lb)Life Span: 13 yearsGrooming: Very demandingExercise: MediumFeeding: MediumTemperament: Friendly & outgoingCountry of Origin: EnglandAKC Group: HerdingOther Names: BobtailPhysical Characteristics:General Appearance: Ambling walk, shaggy, strong and compact.Colour: Grey, grizzle, blue or blue merle, with or without white markings.Coat: The outer coat is shaggy, hard in texture and harsh. The undercoat is waterproof.Tail…



1581. Puppy Training that is Safe for Your Puppy By Kathleen Amaro
      Puppy training can and should begin the day you bring your puppy home, but only if it’s approached in a safe manner for your puppy and his sensitivities. Housetraining your puppy can be a rewarding and non-stressful experience when you shape behavior from a series of positive experiences, instead of attempting to correct unwanted behaviors before your puppy has a chance to learn what you DO want.Trying to teach your dog what NOT to do is not conducive to healthy, reliable learning. Your puppy …



1582. Brushing Up On Dog Grooming By Margaret Svete, Ph.D.
      Is your dog due for a makeover? Has she been enjoying the great outdoors a little too much? Here are some simple tips for helping your dog put her best paw forward.It all begins with the brushing:- Brush your dog regularly. Daily is best. Be sure to alsobrush against hair growth direction to check for fleas andticks.- The right tools. For short-haired dogs, most groomersrecommend stainless-steel combs because they slide throughcoats very easily.For medium to long haired dogs start wit…



1583. What Type Of Food Should You Really Feed Your Cat? By A.M. Wilmot
      What should you feed your cat to make sure he or she will have the necessary nutrition? What is the ideal mix of food to help your cat live to the limit of it's life span?Tp answer these questions, one should look at the diet of a feline in it's natural habitat. In the wild, a cat eats almost exclusively animal tissue. However, they would normally eat the entire body of the animal,including it's stomach contents, which has many nutrients that are simply lacking in an animals muscle tissue.Anot…



1584. Successful Dog Training By Rolf Rasmusson
      Dog TrainingSo, we've got a new best friend that needs some dog training. No different than when we were kids. A lot of patience, love, and even some long suffering by we pet parents makes for a successful dog training experience.Put you new friend at ease and let them know you love them as they do you before starting any routines. That may take a little time in terms of days or even months in some cases. If you little friend has previous life history before it got to you we're not sure what s…



1585. King Charles Spaniel Complete Profile
      Key Facts:Size: SmallHeight: About 25 cm (10 inches)Weight: 3.6 - 6.3 kg (8 - 14 lb)Life Span: 13 yearsGrooming: MediumExercise: UndemandingFeeding: MediumTemperament: Gentle & affectionateCountry of Origin: EnglandAKC Group: Toy Other Names: English Toy SpanielPhysical Characteristics:General Appearance: Stocky, compact and well proportioned.Colour: Black/tan, ruby (red), tricolour or blenheim (red and white).Coat: Silky, long, straight, good feathering with or without a slight wave.Tail: Well …



1586. Responsibility Of Dog Ownership By Earl Lord
      Owning a dog is a serious responsibility, one that should not be taken lightly. But what exactly does being a responsible dog owner mean? Well, when broken down, it is easy, but it does involve a few different elements.First of all, you’ve got to make sure that your dog does not become a nuisance to others. Your dog shouldn’t be out roaming the streets, destroying property, chasing animals or children, leaving excrement in the park, barking incessantly, etc. In sum, it really comes down t…



1587. Should Your Family Get a Purebreed Dog? By Shannon Emmanuel
      Many people ask the question: "Should we get a purebreed or a mutt?"Why is this question so controversial? Is one dog the same as another? Is there a benefit to 'getting what you paid for'?The truth is that one dog is like another - at least in many respects. What is not true is that every dog is equally suitable for your family. Dog rescuers may tell you to look beyond the breed and breeders tell you that you won't know what you're getting with a mixed breed. They're both right.If you want a …



1588. Horse Care & Training Tips By Nancy Nellis
      Do you own a horse? If so, then you have questions about the care, feeding, shoeing, cost, etc. of horse ownership. The least expense of owning a horse, is the actual purchase. Once you have bought your horse, then your expenses begin: shoeing, de-worming, vaccinations, training, boarding, etc.Horse Training Tip: TimingSay you're trying to teach your horse to give to the bit.When he gives you must instantly release the pressure. There are times I've seen people keep pulling on the reins …



1589. Protecting Your Child from a Dog Bite By Sophie Evans
      Dogs make great loyal pets and are always pleased to see their owner; they are loving and have their own distinct personalities. However, every animal has the potential to become aggressive. Each year 200,000 people are bitten by dogs in the UK, and a number of those are tragically killed as a result. It is an extremely distressing statistic which comes as a surprise to many people who see dogs as friendly animals which often become part of the family unit.Being bitten by a dog is unpleasant f…



1590. Weaning Puppies Is Only Natural By Charles Burke
      Weaning puppies is a perfectly natural process. Mamma dogs have been doing it successfully for ages, so how hard can it be, right?But humans, not being dogs, can sometimes forget the natural part, and get confused about it.Fact is, weaning puppies is an easy, logical process.When you're ready to begin weaning your new puppies, keep in mind that this should be done gradually, in small steps. You can’t rush it, and you definitely don't want to begin when the puppies are too young.Sometimes peop…



1591. 4 Ways In Which You Can Show Your Dog How Much You Love Him By Mark Eckenrode
      Do you have at least one framed photo of your dog somewhere in your house... or maybe in your wallet? Is your dog pretty darn close to being the very center of your universe? Do you love spoiling him, respond to his every whimper and cry, and spend hundreds of dollars on gourmet treats? To say that dogs are man's best friend is anything but a cliché. You might be the most miserable person in the world without a friend to your name... but your dog will treat you like royalty every time you walk…



1592. B.A.R.F. Diets: Biologically Appropriate Raw Food For Your Dog By Rose Smith
      I'm sure you've been hearing a lot about BARF diets lately. What exactly is a BARF diet? Well, as the title of this article states, it is Biologically Appropriate Raw Food. Basically, it means feeding your dog raw bones, meat and vegetables.Many health conscious veterinarians are now beginning to support this type of diet over commercially prepared dog foods. Why? Because most manufactured dog foods contain a tremendous amount of grain products (which dogs have a hard time digesting), are lack…



1593. Puppy Training and Puppy Play – the Importance of Socialization By Brigitte Smith
      Puppy training is often considerably easier than training an adult or adolescent dog. One reason is that the puppy is essentially a “blank slate”, untroubled by past training techniques and other issues. Another more indirect reason is that you are probably more likely to spend more time and have greater patience with your new puppy than you would after the “novelty” has worn off somewhat. And it tends to be human nature to have greater patience with young (dogs and people), since we know t…



1594. Cockatiel Illnesses By Medha Roy
      Cockatiels are one of the most lovable pets in the world. They are a valuable treasure to the owner. Cockatiels, just like humans, need a lot of attention and care. Parrots as pets are delightful but they can become extremely moody and temperamental. This may also depend on its health and diet.Good cockatiel care involves not only regulation of diet but also of hygiene and cleanliness. Cockatiels, like most of its cousins in the parrot kingdom, are prone to some typical illnesses. Unfortunatel…



1595. Barking Behaviour By Paul Johnston
      Barking is normal behaviour for dogs but habitual barking is the bane of dog owners everywhere. Barking dogs are the most common sources of environmental pollution in urban society and no other dog-related problem causes local authorities so much time and frustration. So, what can we do?Perhaps one of the reasons that early man first encouraged wild dogs to remain around the camp was their ability to alert people to danger and this is still one of the reasons for many families adding a dog to …



1596. What is a Cat Whisperer?
      Similar to a horse or dog whisperer, a Cat Whisperer is a person who relates particularly well with cats. A Cat Whisperer has unusual luck and success with cats. Often people bring cats or a single cat will just 'show up' at their home. This cat will adopt the whisperer. For myself, I've had Persians and black cats mostly, show up and move in. Sometimes, the cat's people moved and abandoned the cat. Other times, the cat just decided it liked it better at my house. Some say that a Cat Whisperer …



1597. Dog Worms -- Don't Let Them Get Started By Charles Burke
      There may be no warning before dog worms strike.It was about two AM, when beneath our bed the new puppy we'd brought home from the pound just a month earlier began screaming.Not yipping or whining -- this was the kind of agonized screams that'll stand your hair up on end. Our cute, playful new puppy was being eaten alive from inside.He had worms, even though he'd received all the right shots just a few weeks before.Now he was dying, right there under our bed, and we weren't able to save him. T…



1598. Keep Your Dog Smiling With Preventative Dog Dental Care
      What should pet owners know about dog dental care and periodontal disease?An important aspect of the good dog dental care is proper dental hygiene. One of the most common ailments treated by veterinarians is periodontal or gum disease. Gum disease is progressive. It starts out with the formation of plaque, a sticky bacterial film that forms in the mouth at the gum line. If not removed plaque will harden into tartar above and below the gum line. This build up causes the gums to become red and sw…



1599. Are Westhighland Terriers the Right Dogs for You?
      You can look at westhighland terriers and know if it is the right size for your yard, home, or lifestyle, but a little more in-depth knowledge is necessary to determine if westies have the personality for you.Westie terriers are exuberant little dogs, but owners do report that they are usually content to lie at their side throughout the day. However, once they are let outside, westies will want to run and jump and play. Like any dog, they require outside playtime every day. Westies are not dogs…



1600. Rescue Dogs
      We have all grown up with at least one hero in our life, but how many people can call their hero Duke or Kiva? The answer- anyone who has had their life saved by a rescue dog.Whether it is a house fire, tornado rubble, leftovers from an earthquake, or flowing water behind a hurricane front, these specially trained rescue dogs rush in with no concerns for their own welfare, pulling out victims, some dead and some still alive. They do this time and time again.With a powerful snout and the ability …



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