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1951. 10 Greatest Puppy Training Tips of All Time By Ryan O'Meara
      The 10 Greatest Puppy Training Tips of All Time According to Dog Training Experts10) When trying to settle a puppy into a new home, providing them with a warm hot water bottle and placing a ticking clock in the room where they sleep will help to replicate the body heat and heartbeat of their litter mates and can really help them to relax in their new environment.9) When taking your puppy to the Vet for its first inoculations, health checks etc, it is good practice to sit with your puppy on you…



1952. First Aid Kit for Bunny By Glenn Livingston, Ph.D.
      Did you ever think about having an emergency first aid kit on hand specifically for your rabbit health, just like you might have for yourself and your family?Emergencies can happen any time, and, according to Murphy's law at the most inopportune of times: a holiday or a weekend when your regular rabbit-savvy vet isn't in. Even if your vet is in, you'll find it's important to have an emergency kit for bunny on hand.You should include some, if not all, of the following items in your rabbit first…



1953. What is an Imperial / Teacup Shih Tzu? Do They Actually Exist? By Connie Limon
      I did not create the "labels" Imperial or "Teacup." These words were already set in stone before I ever came on board. I picked up the terms only because potential customers were asking me for "Imperial Size" or "Teacup Size." I RARELY get a request for a "Standard" size shih tzu as defined by the American Kennel Club. Since these words of Imperial Shih Tzu and Teacup Shih Tzu were so common to describe a particular size of shih tzu and I was seeing these are the terms people place in sea…



1954. How to Housebreak Your Dog or Puppy
      Dogs are creatures of habit; and once they develop a habit, breaking it can be a long, frustrating process. Your dog needs guidance and encouragement from you to develop a toilet habit you can live with. Animal behaviorists have learned a lot about dogs over the last couple of decades, and there are many tips available that will make housebreaking your dog or puppy a less frustrating task.When you consider some of the things your dog or puppy is willing to roll in, or put in their mouth, it's a …



1955. How to groom your horse
      Grooming means taking care of the physical maintenance of the horse. The sight of a well-groomed horse gives immense pleasure to true horse lovers. The process of grooming also brings the owner close to the horse, who in turn gets the feeling of being taken care of. The horse is an incredible creature, and if it looks good, there’s nothing like it! Naturally, horses have a tendency to groom themselves. They do it by their tongue, by scratching, rubbing against trees etc. However, no matter how …



1956. An Amazing Statistic
      No Symptoms but Trouble on the HorizonI was reading a book the other day about hip dysplasia in dogs. Before going further, I should add that this applies to cats as well. The article was written by a veterinarian and it had something very important to say about this painful condition. An incredible 65-70% of young puppies display hip dysplasia when screened with an X-ray. That includes young pups that are not demonstrating symptoms; with no lameness or other symptoms of pain that would be visib…



1957. Putting A Dog To Sleep By Jeff Cuckson
      I was talking to a friend of mine today and I asked him how his kids (dogs) were. He lives on his own and the standing joke is - "does he want to do a swap with his dogs and my kids?"He informed me very sadly that he had to get the older dog put to sleep. I knew the dog was quite old, but I knew from his expression and my own experience that it had been a hard decision.He had stayed with the dog, stroking and talking to him as the vet administered the injection. I was suprised at my reaction, …



1958. Shih Tzu - Exercise For Your Pregnant Shih Tzu By Connie Limon
      You, the breeder, is also an obstetrician at the time your shih tzu is pregnant. To help her pregnancy and delivery you need to keep her in peak condition physically and emotionally. If she is not use to much exercise at all, you definitely need to tone her up during her pregnancy. Even a mild exercise routine will improve the health of your pregnant shih tzu. Beginning and maintaining a regular exercise routine is not hard or expensive. The ideal time, however, is before your shih tzu be…



1959. American Pit Bull Terrier Complete Profile
      Key Facts:Size: MediumHeight: 46 - 56 cm (18 - 22 inches)Weight: 14 - 36 kg (30 - 80 lb)Life Span: 12 yearsGrooming: EasyExercise: DemandingFeeding: MediumTemperament: Confident & exuberantCountry of Origin: United StatesAKC Group: Not registeredOther Names: Pit Bull Terrier, American Pit BullTemperament: The American Pit Bull Terrier is confident, eager, enthusiastic, loyal, courageous, gentle and loving. American Pit Bull Terriers usually display some level of aggression toward other dogs and …



1960. Got Fleas? By Nell Liquorman
      Author of Keep Fleas OffStill using all the chemicals you can find to combat those fleas? Have you done everything outside of trying to shoot the fleas off the dog? You are not alone, there are an estimated more than 50 million households with pets, and yes, most are not just fighting the war against these pesky parasites, they are losing the war. Most people do not realize just how devastating the losses are. If only 10 per cent of these pet owners are treating the yard for fleas, can yo…



1961. No, No, No! Drop It, Drop It! Give It To Me Now! By Kathleen Newton
      Puppies can be so exasperating! They know what we want, and what we don't want, yet they continue to push our buttons. Wait a minute! Maybe we can rewire our buttons and bring them out of reach of Puppy! Use the following tips to help prevent Puppy Theft and other hiccups in Puppy's road to adulthood.SUPERVISE, SUPERVISE, SUPERVISE.The more that you can supervise rather than confine, the happier Puppy will be. Additionally, he will learn his lessons that much quicker. If you must wrap a …



1962. Ringworm Identification in Pets: Treatment, Prevention and Home Remedies
      Article source: http://www.rescuecats.org/. Used with author's permission. 'Ringworm' is the common name for the skin infection caused by a special group of fungi; it is not caused by a worm at all. The fungi feed upon the dead cells of skin and hair causing, in people, a classic round, red lesion with a ring of scale around the edges and normal recovering skin in the center. Because the ring of irritated, itchy skin looked like a worm, the infection was erroneously named. The fungi responsible…



1963. Broken Trust By Randy Warner
      The large animal organizations and the public money.It is said that in America, anything the imagination can conjure up can be attained with persistence. In a society where we boast of freedom and clearly recognize the importance of our leadership in the world, one must be increasingly disillusioned by the simple things in life that prevent us from moving ahead even further. We can successfully put roving monitors on mars,, cure diseases in short order, win wars in 100 days or less and have th…



1964. German Shepherd Complete Profile
      Key Facts:Size: LargeHeight: 56 - 66 cm (22 - 26 inches)Weight: 42 - 52 kg (92 - 115 lb)Life Span: 13 yearsGrooming: MediumExercise: DemandingFeeding: MediumTemperament: Protective & highly trainable Country of Origin: GermanyAKC Group: HerdingOther Names: Alsatian, Deutscher SchäferhundPhysical Characteristics:General Appearance: Proud, powerful and dignified.Colour: Black, black/tan or grey with or without shadings. Small white markings on the chest or inside of the legs is permitted.Coat: The…



1965. Make Your Home Cat-Safe - How To Keep Your Cat Happy and Healthy By Niall Kennedy
      * Lock things up that could cause harm* Keep the washer/dryer door closed at all times* Honk the car horn before starting it up* Use fire carefully* Keep all upstairs windows closed or screened* Store string away tidily* Keep floors free of small things* Be constantly aware of what your cat is doingCuriosity gets most cats in trouble at some point in their lives. As your cat's caregiver, keeping her safe sometimes seems like a "mission impossible." With a little foresight and action, however, …



1966. Training a cat around the plants
      Oh but kitty loves plants, Grow them one? Yes, cats love green grass or plants. Wheat, oat grass, catnip, or heather are just some of the plants that you can grow a garden for kitty indoors or outdoors. Going along with growing some grass in your house, it would be a good idea to find a long potting box so that your cat can crawl up into the grass and lay in it. There are a lot of plants, bushes, and even grass that are not good for your cat. Some of the plants and bushes have poisons chemical …



1967. Dogs: Buy or Adopt? By George W. Cannata
      Buy or Adopt - That is the question.If you intend to breed or show your dog there is no alternative but to buy your dog from a reputable AKC-REGISTERED breeder. Should you be in a position where nothing but the best satisfies you, then buying a registered, pedigreed dog is also your best choice.Another alternative for those wanting to acquire a fine pet is cross bred dogs. They are not for breeding or show but some of the handsomest dogs I have ever seen were mixed breeds. But, buying a mixe…



1968. Understanding Dog Fleas: How Fleas Breed & Affect Your Dog's Health By Moses Chia
      Fleas belong to the insect order Siphonaptera. They are common pests and may attack many mammals, including man. They can be a year round problem because they infest not only pets but also the home of the owner. Because of this, treatment of the pet alone may only temporarily solve a flea infestation.Although many species of fleas feed primarily on one type of animal, the common cat and dog flea will readily take blood from a variety of animals, including man. Flea infestations of pets and the…



1969. Pet Tags: An Overview By Alison Cole
      When a pet is lost, a pet ID tag is often the only way to find its owner. In the growing US pet market, the demand for pet tags is booming. Annual ID tag sales now surpass $155 million with more than 18 million pet tags sold.Pet tags include the name of the pet and owner, and the owner’s address, phone number, and other relevant information. Artwork and logos may also be included. Pet tags can be designed using different materials, such as aluminum, brass, metal, plastic, and stainless steel, …



1970. Shih Tzu - Common Parasites In Dogs By Connie Limon
      Some common parasites affecting shih tzu and dogs in general are: Chiggers, coccidiosis, fleas, flies, giardia, heartworm, hookworms, lice and mange.There are three basic forms of parasitism: Internal organs, blood and skin. The geographical region in which you live will determine which parasites can affect your shih tzu.Worms are a common parasitic infestation and one cause of diarrhea. The presence of diarrhea, however, does not mean a definitive diagnosis of "worms." Definite diagnosis…



1971. How Does Your Dog Think?
      How Does Your Dog Think? Ever wonder what your dog thinks about? or how he thinks? Maybe his thoughts are like Polaroids -separatepictures of important events both positive and negative. Butyour dog isn't as good as you are at linking the pictures togetherin cause and effect. That's because he's not human. He's a differentspecies. Duh!!Sometimes dogs focus on the wrong variable in a sequence of events. Here's an example.I train dogs for a living and during a meeting of trainers last yearone trai…



1972. Does Your Bichon Frise Eat His Own Poop? By Janet Combs
      Hi,I'm Janet CombsMy mother bred and raised Bichon Frises for 23 years. I have been a Bichon Frise breeder for 13 years. Between what my mother taught me and my own personal experience I know a little something about Bichons.The reason I'm addressing this issue is because, over the years I've had quite a few people ask me; "How do I stop my Bichon Frise from eating his own poop?"This is a habit that many dogs (of all breeds) develop.Well, keep the faith! Help is on the way.There are a couple …



1973. Camping with Dogs-Ten Commandments
      CAMPING WITH DOGS - THE TEN COMMANDMENTS In the U.S. alone, more than 30 million people each year take their pets with them while camping. Yet, when we first started RVing with our dogs, we were unable to find much written on the subject. Sure, there were the occasional articles in magazines that reminded us to use pet ID tags, bring plenty of water, and take their favorite toy. But in terms of providing genuine support or bottom-line information, there was nothing out there. Since it was someth…



1974. 8 Ways to Control Dog Fleas By Martin Brock
      There are numerous products that will kill adult fleas on your dog. However, they vary in the duration of their effects.1. Flea shampoos, sprays, and powders. Most products will kill any fleas present on your dog at the time of application, but many have no lasting effect - your dog may have more fleas within 24 hours of being treated. When using a flea shampoo, always begin on the dog's head, face, and ears so the fleas won't run for shelter in those hard to reach areas. Be extra careful not …



1975. A Dog's Tale By Kim Bloomer
      My name is Shadrach, and I am a dog - a BIG, handsome, elegant, and intelligent dog. No, I am not vain at all, that is just what my mom always tells me so I assume it’s true. I am now 4 ½ years old and live a great dog’s life! I get exceptional quality food – my mom and dad believe in giving me organic food, with fresh vegetables and meat every day – so I can’t complain. They’re always buying me toys which I LOVE to terrorize, because that’s what dogs do. I have my own big bed in my own bedroo…



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