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  1. Tips for Introducing Two Cats
    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. It …


  2. How to Play Safely with Your Westie Puppies!
    Just like children, westie puppies learn through play. Playing games with your west highland white terrier pups creates an opportunity to train them to obey your commands, gives them valuable exercise, and helps to build their strength, coordination, and agility. It is also fun for everyone.Before you start playing games, there are some rules you should know, and safety precautions you should take. Your pups need to really run, not just walk on a leash, but be sure any area you play in has a fe…


  3. Choosing Dog Tags for Your Canine By Alison Cole
    Remember when you first met your dog? He was fresh and new, and you were just getting to know each other. You went through training together, perhaps even ate together. With time, you and your dog became very close – even closer than you are to a lot of people you know. Your dog is special to you. He might be your best friend, a rascally mischief-maker, or just an accessory to your lifestyle. He depends on you for feeding, play, and discipline. You depend on him for companionship, a connection…


  4. Shih Tzu - Is The Food You Feed Causing Health Problems? By Connie Limon
    One method of determining whether the food you feed your shih tzu is affecting its health or producing problem symptoms is to keep a health journal.It is time consuming, but will be invaluable for determining whether there is a link between his diet and his condition. You can diagnose or better yet help your vet diagnose your shih tzu's itchy skin, whereas otherwise, it might be impossible and cost you a lot more money in vet bills after your vet has to run test after test based upon the only…


  5. Dog Training, Training Your Dog
    Obedient dogs make the best companions. Time spent training your dog will reward you with a pet that is deeply bonded to you, respects you and is a joy to have around. Training your dog doesn't mean extinguishing her unique personality, it is simply a means of setting boundaries-something that makes dogs feel secure.Some owners unconsciously train their dogs to exhibit bad behaviors. Since dogs are social animals, they are interested in doing whatever gets them attention. Positive attention is b…


  6. America; You Are Over Feeding Your Pets By Lance Winslow
    As many of you know America is serious about our pets. You and I are also equally as serious. We all get really upset when animals are not cared for properly and of course we will never feed our animals Tainted Dog Food with Mad Cow Disease from Carson City NV as was recently in the news.Why are we not concerned with over feeding our animals? It seems our food these days has a lot more fattening additives, yet we then throw a piece to our pets, thinking we are making them happy, when really we…


  7. How To Get Rid Of Fleas By Clint Pollard
    If you own a pet you will have fleas in the house from time to time. In some cases you may become infested with fleas. We have had as many as four cats at our house and we have been infested with fleas a few times. We only have two cats now so it is not as bad, but we still have to use the process I am about to tell you about.You really don't have any control if your pet goes out of your yard, but you will need to spray your own yard about two times during the summer months with a good f…


  8. *Understanding* - The First Of The 6 Keys To Building A Life Long Partnership With Your Horse By Mike Gorzalka
    Yesterday we talked a little about the 6 Keys for a Life Long Partnership with your horse, today I would like to visit with you about the first key, *Understanding.*Have you ever wondered why your horse acts like he does how he thinks and moves? If so, then you need to understand the prey-predator relationship, but before we start it's important that you understand, if your going to effectively communicate with horses you need to *think like horses*. You need to look at and approach everythi…


  9. Pet Adoption: The Right Choice By Michele Elward
    Pet adoption is a fabulous option if you’re seeking a companion animal. You’ll be able to select from a wide variety of different breeds and ages as well as save a life. However, I fully realize that if you plan to show or breed your animal, it would make more sense to purchase a young animal from a breeder.I purchased my first three animals, two dogs and one cat, from breeders. Each animal ended up being a reasonably good house pet. As I’ve got older and wiser, I’ve realized the incredibl…


  10. So are you ready for a Boxer Dog?... By Daniel Lesser
    An easier and more pleasant journey with your chosen Boxer starts with checking out the parent dogs for unbecoming traits like aggression, hyperactive and extreme shyness.This is easier to do when you get your Boxer from a reputable breeder or from a pet shop that get their animals only from known breeders.Exercise prudence if you are getting your Boxer puppy from pet stores, which often get their supply from breeders of unknown reputation.These "puppy mills" as they are called are not known t…


  11. Pet Carrier Apparel ...An Idea Whose Time Has Come By Brie Demkiw
    Everyone who has ever owned a puppy or a kitten has experienced this problem: Their new pet suffers from separation anxiety. They want to be held constantly. And they want to go everywhere with you: To the kitchen ...to the bedroom ...to the bathroom ...out to the garage ...and everywhere else!And when they aren't following you everywhere you go, they want body contact: A warm body to snuggle up against.When we got our first puppy, a small Chihuahua named Koda, we quickly relized that puppies …


  12. The History of the Yorkshire Terrier By Rose Lenk
    Although the history of the Yorkshire Terrier is sketchy, there is a great deal known about the origins of this exceptional, vibrant breed. The Yorkshire Terrier, or Yorkie for short, finds it humble beginnings in Northern England, in the counties of Yorkshire, Manchester and Leeds, during the years prior to 1750.During this time, the onset of the Industrial Revolution gave rise to small communities located around coal mines, textile mills and factories. The people of these areas originally ma…


  13. Your Puppy Won't Use Her Crate? Our Expert Tells You Some Inside Secrets By Niall Kennedy
    Many people view a kennel or crate from a human perspective - a cage, or prison. Yet, if it is properly introduced, a dog crate provides a sense of security for your pet; a place of her own. At the same time, a dog that is comfortable in a crate is easier to housebreak and travels well.It is important to get the right size crate for your dog while she is a puppy. It is best to get a crate that will fit her as an adult - she'll quickly grow into it! Ideally, the crate should be large enough to…


  14. Vet Check: Well-Bird Check Up By Taylor Knight
    I know there are differing opinions on the subject of well-bird check ups. Some people believe in having your apparently healthy parrot checked out once a year by a qualified avian vet, while others claim that taking a health bird into a vet office exposes them to "germies" they might not otherwise be exposed to. I am not going to lecture you on either. That is your choice. I am lucky enough to have a mobile avian vet that visits my house and I do have my parrots checked out once a year. But, …


  15. Decorative Bird Cages By Ken Marlborough
    Whether purely for looks or for a bird’s home, bird cages can be attractive decorator touches. They can be used as wall hangings, plant holders, centerpieces, and more.Bird cages are available in many different materials, including wood, acrylic, stainless steel, metal, and iron. They are also available in some unique materials such as bamboo. Decorative bird cages are available in most any style imaginable. There are bird cages representative of most regions of the world—there are Oriental bi…


  16. Horse Manure Management--What are Your Options?
    You need a strategy for using or disposing of your horse’s manure. The proper management of manure is important to the health of your horse and your family. Needless to say, it may also be important in order to comply with state or county regulations. And if you have neighbors nearby, you will want to avoid any controversy with them.An average 1,000-pound horse can produce 9 tons of manure waste each year. This is roughly 50 pounds per day. If you’re going to store it, this translates to about 2…


  17. Orthopedic Dog Beds By Ken Marlborough
    Many people consider their dog to be part of their family, and want to ensure his happiness and comfort. As dogs get older, they experience the same problems in their canine bodies as humans do. Arthritis in older dogs, especially males, is quite common, though sometimes hard to detect since your dog can’t complain about the aches and pains he’s experiencing. He’ll slow down when walking and running, he won’t leap for that dog treat as quickly as he used to, he’ll shorten those evening walks …


  18. Crate Training Your Pit Bull Terrier Puppy: How Big Should The Dog Crate Be?
    Were you aware that crate training your Pit Bull terrier is the responsible thing to do as a dog owner, and that everyone should be doing this? Properly crate training your Pit is one of the best things that you could possibly do, and I'm going to explain exactly how to do it correctly. If you're not exactly sure what I mean by 'crate training', don't worry. This article is going to break everything down for you in easy to understand language. When you first bring your Pit Bull terrier pup home,…


  19. Matts
    Many dogs do not like being brushed and for this reason their owners do not brush them. Sometimes trying to find the time for brushing in our busy schedules can be difficult.  If you have a dog that gets knotted and you do not brush them or give them a hair cut on a regular basis this is what can happen. FACT:…


  20. Time For A Dog Bath? Dog Bathing Tips For You And Your Dog
    Cleanliness and proper grooming can be very important to the continued good health of our beloved pets. But bathing our puppy or adult dog can often prove to be a challenge. There are many questions, myths and opinions floating around when discussing the best care for different dog types and temperaments. Check out these dog bathing tips to get some great ideas so you’ll be prepared for your next dog bath and grooming session.How often should you bath your dog?How often your pet will need a dog…


  21. Tips For Keeping Your Pug Happy And Healthy By Lee Dobbins
    Bringing home a Pug can change our life, but it is also a big responsibility. When you become a Pug owner, it is up to you to make sure that your pet's needs are met including, proper care, a safe environment and lots of love! Caring for a dog is a commitment, but has many rewards.One of the most important things you can do to make sure your Pug has all the tools he needs to stay safe is to give him obedience training. A dog that is not properly trained will be a nuisance to others, while one …


  22. Rescue Dogs By Eric Shannon
    We have all grown up with at least one hero in our life, but how many people can call their hero Duke or Spot? 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 abil…


  23. Beds for the Pets: Sleeping in Comfort By Allan Wilson
    As we love to have a comfortable place to sleep so do the animals. So there are various types of beds for the pets to give them a comfortable sleep. Most of us have the dog as a pet. For the pets we specially have these beds designed for their fullest comfort. This type of beds mainly includes the outdoors beds, luxury beds, and puppy beds. For the various types of dogs there are various types of beds like the large dog beds and the small dog beds. Whereas when we look out for a bed for a cat …


  24. Causes and Solutions of Frequent Aquarium Fish Deaths By John Morris
    Aquarium tank fish death is one of the common challenges faced by aquarists. There are number of factors that could be responsible for the deaths experienced. These are outlined briefly below:- The aquarist selection of fish.- The removal and packing of the fish from the pet shop- Transport time and period and the handling of the fish in transit- Quarantine procedure.- Adjustment and adaptation into the new community or environment by the new fish.When buying fish from the pet shop always spen…


  25. Dealing with Problem Puppy Behaviors By Jeff Rose
    Everyone who owns a puppy or dog will eventually have to deal with and correct less than desirable behaviors on the part of their companion animal. There are a number of behaviors that should be nipped in the bud, including:Jumping up on peopleThis is one of those behaviors that many owners inadvertently encourage in their animals, since jumping up, wagging his tail and the like can be adorable in a young puppy. When that puppy is older, larger and heavier, however, this jumping up behavior c…



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1. Personal Pet Check-Ups By Debbie Ray
For all pet owners, regular monitoring and “examinations” of your pet will give you a better idea of the animal’s overall health and prove as good “quality” time for both you and your pet. Also, this may help you catch a problem in the early phases and certainly before it becomes life threatening. The list of things you can do during this time could be long but below we’ve taken the time to list a few of the most basic and easy to read signs of being “off color”. In addition to the usual, the…

2. Mabeke: Gorilla Teacher By Nedda Wittels
Mabeke is a young gorilla who was born in captivity and then returned to the wild with several other gorillas of similar birth. I had an opportunity to meet Mabeke during one of the workshops I teach in Telepathic Communication with Animals.A young woman workshop participant named Fleur was employed by a Dutch organization that sponsored the gorilla program. Fleur's job involved teaching the gorillas how to survive in the wild and encouraging them to form a family group.Fleur brought photogr…

3. The Shih Tzu Groom Shop Record Keeping
A Shih Tzu beauty parlor should operate much the same as a human beauty parlor. The most essential record is the appointment book. The Shih Tzu dog grooming business relies on a regular schedule. The appointment book will prove to be one of the most important records you have for maintaining an efficient business. The type of appointment book you choose is entirely a personal decision. However, you might start out with one called Week at a Glance. In the Week at a Glance appointment book, each w…

4. Dog Emergencies - 3 Tips to Help You Save Your Dog's Life By Linda Boye
Dogs can also suffer injuries or get sick from a number of diseases, and it can happen at times when a veterinarian is not available and you haven't found out where the nearest emergency animal clinic is located. Since your dog is a dear member of your family, you want to save your dog's life, but are you prepared to deal with such emergencies?A life-threatening emergency situation is always frightening and stressing both for the victim and for the helpers. And when the victim is a dog who can…