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  1. Our Pets Behavior By Ryan Joseph
    Behavior can be a huge iisue with our pets. If each dog and cat owner in the United States took the time to understand the root of their animals'behavioral issues, our animal shelters would be substantially less populated with strays. Around sixty percent of animals in shelters are there simply because of various behavioral problems. When cats start scratching furniture and dogs begin barking continually, it is quite natural to say to ourselves: I didn't sign up for this. In some cases a pet's…


  2. A Naughty Story By Ted Thompson
    For the first 8 months of her life with us, Sugar, our Jack Russel Terrrier, was a notorious shoe thief. Our shoes would disappear and then show up in the yard, chewed and scruffed and unwearable. To our great financial and emotional relief we finally broke her of the ugly habit, and she hasn't stolen a shoe in a long time.Now jump ahead. Picture this:Roxanne's sitting on the sofa after work, getting ready for aerobics class. She has two socks on, but only one shoe. The other shoe is on the co…


  3. Shih Tzu - Skin And Coat Health By Connie Limon
    Factors that adversely affect the health of a shih tzu's skin are genetics, the immune system, nutrition, hygiene, bugs, and hormones.Nutrition is the key to good skin health. If your shih tzu is prone to skin disease first check with a holistic practitioner or a conventional vet to see if he/she can recommend a nutritional program specifically for your particular shih tzu.There is no single diet that can suit all the needs of all dogs, whether it be shih tzu or bulldog. Every dog is differe…


  4. How I Get More Training Done On My Horses In 1/2 The Time By Dale Anderson
    Here's a simple way... to help your horse learn twice as fast.We are all pressed for time, seems there is just not enough of it. There is the job, family duties, maybe social events, all competing for our time. Our horse is ignored and we end up with a 10 year old "greenbroke" horse, which can mean anything from they buck or, spook sometimes, to they still need to be gee-hawed to go left, or right. They may still be trying to figure out go and whoa. Well I have found some easy ways to d…


  5. Protect your pets from the pound
    Pets are people, too. At least, that’s the way they should be treated by their owners. The sad reality, though, is that a lot people own pets when they’re really not ready to care properly for their little furry friends. Or they just don’t know how to love, clean, and treat a cat, dog, or other animal the right and humane way. What happens to these poor animals? Many end up in shelters, lost and unwanted—to the tune of 6 to 8 million every year according to the Humane Society. At least half of t…


  6. 5 Tips To Selecting A Great Dog Gift
    You can have lots of fun selecting a dog gift for someone who absolutely adores dogs. And you’ll be happy to know that no matter what size budget your working with there are lots and lots of wonderful gift ideas to choose from.In fact you may have so many great choices that you could easily become overwhelmed.So let’s start by learning how to narrow down the flood of choices a bit. Narrowing the choices to match the gift to the person will get you well on your way to selecting that perfect dog …


  7. The Top Three Pet Rat Training Mistakes By Colin Patterson
    It can be very rewarding to train your pet rats to do tricks and learn obstacle courses. Since they tend to be highly intelligent creatures, rats can actually learn a lot (and get bored if they have nothing to do).Furthermore, because they're people-pleasers, rats enjoy the challenge of striving for your reward and praise.However, before you begin training, you may be interested to know the main pitfalls of pet rat training. That way, you can get started on the right foot and make the most o…


  8. The Fun of Do It Yourself Snake and other Reptile Cages
    Are you nuts? You think banging your finger with a hammer is fun? No, I don’t. But building your own snake and other reptile cages can be a fun and rewarding experience.Before you even start, it is important to spend some time planning your reptile enclosure and carefully examining at how other cages are manufactured. Check out all of the parts, examine the locks, joins and vents. How is the lighting done? What about the heating?Use this information to design your own cages, based on the needs o…


  9. Forming an Understanding By Stevi Weissbach
    Have you ever felt that you and your horse should be able to form a better partnership? Do you want the horse to look at you as someone he can trust his life with, as well as a buddy, partner, and a creative individual who does “fun stuff?” There are so many ways to do this, but you should first have a basic understanding of the nature of the horse: how they react to situations they see as dangerous, what they look for in a leader, and some qualities horses appreciate. We would create a better…


  10. National Pet Memorial Day, September 11, 2005
    National Pet Memorial Day, September 11, 2005What Is National Pet Memorial Day? The International Association of Pet Cemeteries (IAPC) has designated the second Sunday in September as National Pet Memorial Day, a day set aside to remember our departed animal friends.Special events such as open houses and remembrance ceremonies are held at many pet cemeteries. A national listing of events can be found at http://www.stonesofglass.com. Your cherished pet will always have a special place in your hea…


  11. How To Train An Abused Dog By Adam Katz
    Many people who’ve adopted older dogs— especially stray dogs or dogs from the animal shelter— assume that their dog has been abused in the past.So, how do you train an abused dog?Let’s get right to the heart of the matter and state that— in order to learn how to train an abused dog, we need to first define what an abused dog is:Of course, there are all types of different abuse. Everything from a dog being hit with a hammer to a dog simply being left and ignored in the back yard for months or y…


  12. A Tragic and Brutal End for our American Horses.
    Each time I write or pass along this information, my whole intention is to save at least one more horse. Alone I know I cannot save them all, although I whole heartedly want to, but to reach one more person's eyes, heart and conscious and they respond in kind then I suppose that is just as good. I purposely want these articles to strike a nerve and open the American public’s eyes to the senseless practice of horse slaughter. Our American horses of all types are being slaughtered as would any dom…


  13. Is Pet Insurance Right for You?
    What is Pet Insurance? Pet insurance is a health plan for your pet to insure against large and small unexpected veterinary bills over the life of your pet. Potential treatments for your pet now rival human treatments both in sophistication and cost. Pet insurance is designed to alleviate much of the financial risk and insecurity that caring for your pet can bring. Pet insurance is common in many European countries. However, it remains rare in the U.S. There are about 130 million pet cats and dog…


  14. West Highland White Terrier - How To Capture the Best Pictures of Your Westies
    For most West Highland White Terrier owners, the dog is a beloved member of the family. Like your children, you will want to capture pictures of your Westies from the time they are puppies until they are old-timers. Getting good pictures of Westies may require a bit of special preparation and know-how, but even the amateur photographer can get good ones at home.Camera AngleA common mistake amateurs make when taking pictures of their Westies is to shoot from a standing position, with the dog on t…


  15. Getting The Dog You Always Wanted
    Do you look on with envy as your neighbor jogs through the neighborhood, his faithful dog trotting happily and calmly by his side? Does your arm ache after every walk with your dog - sore from almost being pulled from the socket? Do you watch dog shows with disbelief, unsure how that many dogs can behave so well all at the same time? It only takes a few minutes a day to achieve a well-trained dog. It doesn't happen in one day, but with a training plan and patience, you and Brutus will achieve a …


  16. Flea Control for Pet and Home Owners By Stewart Alexander
    Flea controlWhoever said getting rid of fleas is easy needs to re-think again. In my experience, flea control can be quite challenging when confronted with flea infestation, flea bites, or fleas on pets.Flea control is and can be effected by: * climate changes* where you live* and a host of other reasonsFact is, fleas never discriminate. They feel equally as comfortable on the most well groomed show dog or... on any stray animal. Their goal is clear... to simply feed and breed!This is where yo…


  17. How To Get Rid of Dog Odor By Louise Louis
    Although we love our dogs, we don't always love how they smell. If you know or suspect your canine companion has picked up some unpleasant odors, Louise Louis of http://www.ToyBreeds.com offers you some tips on how to restore a fragrant home (and dog).1. Dry him thoroughly after removing the bad odor.Many dogs love to swim in whatever water is available. Use towels or a hair dryer on the lowest-heat setting until he's totally dry.If you need more than water to get him clean, try Listerine or o…


  18. Shih Tzu - Canine Body Language By Connie Limon
    Shih Tzu and other canines do communicate with each other and with you through body language. You can learn to recognize and understand what your shih tzu is saying to you. Shih Tzu can probably read your body language better than you can understand theirs. Take the time to learn what shih tzu say to you through body language. You might be able to form a new kind of a bond with your pets as a result.Shih tzu will wag their tails, they will lower their tails, their ears will fly up, and on …


  19. Dog Training - Sit and Release By Samantha Abbott
    Dog training begins with the basic commands. Sit and release are very important and should be taught to every dog. These basic commands will provide the foundation for your dog's obedience training. They are essential for your dog to learn in order for him to be a good citizen.Hold a treat or toy in front of your dog’s nose, just out of his reach. If your treat is food, make sure it is very small pea-sized pieces of food. Slowly move the treat above and behind your dog’s head, luring him into …


  20. Take Great Candid Photos of Your Pet By Suzi Sevcik
    When you're looking through your stack of photos of your pet are they all nicely centered, in focus, looking sharp or is your pet half chopped off, blurring, or looking the other way? Taking great photos of your favorite pet is harder than it looks. All it takes is a little practice and you can be shooting fantastic photos of Fido. There's a lot that goes in to camera selection and we'll save that for another article. For now, it's just you, your camera & your pet.1. The first step is patience…


  21. Does Your Dog Have An Irritating Jumping Habit?
    Do you have a puppy that jumps on you, company and even your Grandma who has a walker? This can be a very irritating trait for your dog to develop. Unfortunately, it can make people dread coming to your home. No one wants to try to have a conversation with a fluffy fur ball trying to jump on them or sit on their lap. There are many dogs which are just too friendly. They never meet a stranger, and they would even roll the red carpet out and lavish love on the most grouchy individual. While no one…


  22. A Healthy Cat Knows What Tastes Good... By Greg Podsakoff
    As all cat owners know, a feline can be a wonderful addition to any family. One of the most basic aspects of cat ownership is proper health care for the cat. Health care for a cat encompasses a wide array of vaccine shots, flea protection, vet visits, medications, and even proper exercise.However, the most important aspect of cat health is also often overlooked. People spend hundereds of hours and thousands of dollars over the lifetime of a cat to keep it healthy, but most cat owners don…


  23. Female Dog Care
    As there are certain health issues that affect only the female dog, care should be taken to ensure that these are fully understood before deciding whether or not to buy a bitch.The most important concern is that of spaying.Only those who are fully educated in all aspects of a specific breed and who have the time and energy to put into making sure that bloodlines are kept strong and healthy should ever consider breeding. With that in mind, most owners of female dogs will not be thinking of breed…


  24. Advanced Dog Training Exercises By Edwina Hanson
    Coming when called is a vital skill that every dog must learn, both for its own safety and that of those around it. A disobedient dog that refuses to come when called could easily be hit by a car, get into a fight with another dog, or suffer a variety of other bad experiences. A well trained dog that comes when called can safely be taken out to play in the local park, at the beach, on the hiking trail, or anywhere else the owner and dog may wish to go.Basic training to come when called is re…


  25. Turtle Care Advice for Colds By Ispas Marin
    Let's talk a little about colds. Any living animal can catch a cold. The same thing can happen to your beloved turtle pet. If this happens to your turtle than there are many turtle care methods to treat your turtle.So a turtle can catch a cold just like humans or other animals. Let's check the symptoms of a cold un humans. sneezing is one of them. A turtle can also sneeze. But if a turtle sneezes this doesn't means that she has a cold. Dust in the nose can make a turtle sneeze too. Also the tu…



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1. Sugar Gliders: Tiny Acrobats By Miles Fowler
In the last decade or so, the popularity of sugar gliders as pets has grown considerably. The small size of these furry acrobats, their personalities, their plush fur, their large eyes, their agility and their ability to bond closely with humans have attracted legions of new sugar glider devotees.What is a sugar glider and where did they originally come from? Sugar gliders are small marsupials and members of the possum family. They are found in Australia, Tasmania, Indonesia, and New Guinea…

2. Tips for Introducing Two Cats By Kathy Burns-Millyard
Adding a new member to your feline family is usually more exciting for you than your current cat. Even though they are solitary by nature, most cats eventually learn to accept or at least tolerate newcomers. Because they are very territorial, the way you go about introducing the new cat to your existing cat can mean the difference between success or "cat-astrophe."The introduction process can take as little as 10-12 days for kittens and very young cats, to as long as 12 weeks for older cats.…

3. 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…

4. Holiday training your cat
With all the holiday's coming up soon, there is still time to get your cat trained for the holidays. You will want to search out tips on saving the tree and table for the holidays, with your cat around. One thing you can start with is getting the cat some items that they would be able to play with that would represent the holidays. Cats like flashing lights and sparkly things. This you may want to stay away from with your decorations so there is no problem. Once you get some items for the cat,…