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- Natural Flea Remedies are a Great Choice for Your Pets - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from Anne MingAll dog owners realize the importance of choosing the best flea remedies for their four legged companions. The choices for this are many and varied, but the majority of dog owners typically go with the vet recommended products such as Frontline, Advantage, and Revolution. While these are tried ...
Views: 746 - Important Dog Grooming Tips - by Submitted on May 14, 2010 from Cristian StanIf you have a pet dog in your house and you wish to make him look good then you need to know about various dog grooming tips. All those tips which help people to make their dogs look great are included in the list of dog grooming tips. In this article, we are going to inform you about some dog ...
Views: 995 - How to groom a dog - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Cristian StanA pet dog can add a lot of fun to anyone’s life. Like human beings, pet animals also need care for looking good and staying healthy. If you have a pet dog and you want him to stay healthy and active then you should pay attention to his grooming. There are various steps which should be known ...
Views: 1045 - Grooming you pet - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Cristian StanIf you have a pet dog in your house and you wish to make him look good then you need to know about various dog grooming tips. All those tips which help people to make their dogs look great are included in the list of dog grooming tips. In this article, we are going to inform you about some dog ...
Views: 961 - Choosing your pet - by Submitted on May 05, 2010 from Cristian StanIf you want to adopt a pet animal but you are confused while deciding the pet animal which you should adopt then you may get some help from this article. You may have noticed that most of the people prefer to have a pet dog instead of a cat. Every person is different and different people ...
Views: 911 - Pets: Agents for Self-Mastery - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Elaine CorreiaThe photo in the newspaper tugged at my heart. Something about the expression in the eyes. Still I resisted, not sure I wanted the commitment of a dog. Something urged me to just ‘take a look’. For several years, I had held in the back of my mind, the image of a loving, friendly, small and ...
Views: 1548(3 votes) - Pets: Who is Training Who? - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Elaine CorreiaScooter heard me calling him, but the messages contained in the scent called to him far more strongly. He pretended to be totally oblivious of my calls- until he was finished, and now it was convenient to come. Frustration coursed through me. Why won’t he listen to me??? He needed more ...
Views: 2148(2 votes) - Pets: Reflections of Yourself - by Submitted on May 31, 2010 from Elaine CorreiaGentle rain fell, as Scooter, my Italian Greyhound, stood shivering and whining outside the dog door. He wanted to come back into the warmth of the house, but was afraid of what might lurk within. The two cats had him well trained. Nadia regularly took it upon herself to be sergeant of arms, and ...
Views: 1943(5 votes) - Fairy Tales Do Come True - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Karen Murdock"The best place for him, Karen, is the feedlot - he's too far gone; he's so scrambled that he's not coming back". A trainer's comments seven years ago, after he watched while I tried in vain to stop my then 10 year old gelding, Lukas. "Downward transitions" were accomplished by veering ...
Views: 2267(1 vote) - The Throwaway - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2010 from Karen MurdockAn astonishing fact: my horse Lukas receives over 100 e-mails a day! How can that be you might ask, what could anyone possibly write to a horse about? Let me give you a few examples - "Thank you, Karen and Lukas, for changing people's perception of horses - I own a horse rescue and I have ...
Views: 1909(1 vote) - How to Train Your Dog Out of Separation Anxiety - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2010 from Cristian StanIf you thought that separation anxiety only happened in humans, you are incorrect. Your dog can suffer from separation anxiety as well. Fortunately, you can train your dog to get over it. It is vital in any type of dog training to assert your dominance as the pack leader. Establishing ...
Views: 984(2 votes) - Horse Riding Safety - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2010 from ebooks gainYour horse riding is to be taken very seriously to be successful. Horse colors are very important to some people: some enjoy a black horse; others enjoy a white horse, while others prefer a grey horse, or want to know the if the breed of horse originated in Czechoslovakia. However, there is no ...
Views: 842(3 votes) - Good Equestrians Want To Know More - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2010 from ebooks gainIf you are someone who is passionate about riding a horse, and you want to use your time to learn more about your horse, then you might be interested in learning about horse riding. However, the choices to learn can be somewhat confusing. In order to help you choose and learn, you might want ...
Views: 747(2 votes) - Dog Grooming: Essential for Your Dog's Health - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Mobile Dog GroomingDog grooming is essential for your dog's health, and this includes regular brushing, dead hair and skin removal, bathing, nail trimming, cleaning your dog's ears, eyes, mouth, and even its teeth. If you provide your dog with regular grooming, you will see a much shinier coat, and your dog will ...
Views: 829(3 votes) - Providing Happiness To Your Lovely Doggies - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2010 from mellisa gambelProviding happiness to their loving dogs is the priority of every dog owner. For enthusiastic animal owners, their dogs (or other pets) are not just a pet; they are just like a family member and a true companion for them. So, they do all measures to make their dog happy and feel blessed of ...
Views: 976(2 votes) - How to Take Care of your Dog - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from John JaydenYour dog is your best friend in the end. That's right. He goes where he goes, and he plays with you when you have no one to play with. He even listens to their problems, and did not even bother. Our pets, like our dogs can do much for us that can truly satisfy our emotions and our desire for ...
Views: 664(1 vote) - Do you Care for your Pet's Oral Health? - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2010 from Louis MarutAs humans, we take care of our teeth by brushing. Brushing teeth is an important part of every human’s daily life and required for interaction with others. The same goes for our pets. They have teeth as well and they need proper dental care just like us. Why Should Pet’s Teeth be Cleaned – ...
Views: 886(1 vote) - Your Pets Are Part Of The Family Too - So Give Them Healthy Food and Treats - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Tania LawsonWHY CHOOSE FLINT RIVER RANCH PET FOOD FOR MY DOGS and CATS? Pet Lovers have learned there is a considerable difference in the nutritional & health value and digestibility of natural foods in comparison to those foods containing chemical preseratives, fillers, artificial flavors and ...
Views: 1390(3 votes) - Easy Tips on How to Build Your Own Chicken Coop - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingThere are many different types of chicken coop plans, but if you want to pick the best models, you need to make sure they are convenient, cleanable, comfortable and closeable. The chicken coop must be easy to close during the night, so rats and foxes can’t enter and attack the chickens. It ...
Views: 886 - Common Causes of Dog Diarrhea - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingPeople that own dogs usually know how diarrhea in dogs works, since it’s quite common. The real reasons of diarrhea, the causes and the different varieties are known by fewer people. A diet change is one of the things that causes diarrhea. If you give your dog food that is especially made for ...
Views: 7653 - Pet care tips and information for animal lovers - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Aditi MalhotraLike any other member of our family, pets also hold a special place in our lives, in our family. It is our responsibility to provide best care to them to ensure their overall well being. Caring for your pet is not hard if we follow some basic tips. The most important aspect to keep your pets ...
Views: 803(1 vote) - What you need to know about glaucoma in dogs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingA serious eye problem which plagues both dogs and humans is glaucoma, and it appears when there is high intraocular eye pressure. The shape of the fluids from the eyes is well defined. The body regulates the quantity of fluid that keeps the eye pressure constant and optimum. Glaucoma appears ...
Views: 723 - What You Need to Know About Heartworms in Dogs - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingBoth cats and dogs suffer from heartworms, one of the major causes of death for these pets. It’s actually a parasite whose larvae are transmitted to dogs, through a mosquito that is infected. In order for the heartworm to grow and reach adulthood, it needs to be ingested by the mosquito at the ...
Views: 779 - What you need to know if your dog gets RoundWorms - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingThe canine roundworms are parasites that can be found in the dog’s small intestine, where they feed on bodily fluids and tissue. Their length can get to 6 inches, so they’re as long as a spaghetti string. You can imagine how they could be dangerous to the life of a dog, especially if he’s still ...
Views: 775 - UTI in Dogs – Tips for a Healthy Dog - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Anne MingUTI, or urinary tract infection, isn’t something found only in humans. Dogs also get it, though females are more susceptible to it, due to the shorter urethra. Male dogs still get it, though it’s rare. When UTI is in its first stages in a dog, it’s usually not harmful, and the usual signs ...
Views: 844 - Pets: How They Enrich Our Lives & Improve Our Health - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from Krystal KuehnHe is your friend, your partner, your defender, your dog. You are his life, his love, his leader. He will be yours, faithful and true, to the last beat of his heart. You owe it to him to be worthy of such devotion. ~unknown Anyone who loves and owns a pet knows the joy of companionship and ...
Views: 4058(2 votes) - Just a Dog - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from My Pet Haven Dot Com"JUST A DOG" by Richard A. Biby Broken Arrow, Oklahoma From time to time, people tell me, "Lighten up, it's just a dog," or, "That's a lot of money for just a dog." They don't understand the distance traveled, the time spent, or the costs involved for "just a dog." Some of my ...
Views: 1551 - Have a Happy Bow Wow Birthday! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Jenny GregorichNot everyone in the world is lucky enough to find true love in a fellow human being. Men are naturally tuned to yearn for love. This is when you need to raise pet dogs if you aren’t already doing it. Dogs are the most adorable animals on earth. In fact one should not even categorize them amongst ...
Views: 752 - A Cat's Tale: Love and Courage - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Jackie BranaganSamantha taught me to listen to animals. I was new on a conscious spiritual path. I went through periods when my whole body pulsed and pounded with the energy. Whenever I was most overwhelmed, Sam would come and curl up on my heart and purr. She was always nearby when I needed her, loving ...
Views: 1713 - Teach Your Dog To Sit, Down or Stand When You Are Twenty Feet Away - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from Niki TudgeDo you want to teach your Dog to ‘Sit’/’Stand’/’Down’ when you are 20 feet or further away from your dog? There is a difference between asking a dog to ‘down’ when you are standing next to it or having it ‘stay’, then walking away, waiting for ten seconds and then walking back to deliver a ...
Views: 5154(1 vote) - The Importance of Pets for Senior Adults - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Cheryl CulbertsonPets can play an important role in our lives as we age. Part of the sense of self-esteem is obviously the consciousness of being useful. Pets, therefore, make it possible also for older people to satisfy such needs by enabling them to look after somebody, yes, to have to look after somebody and ...
Views: 3158(1 vote) - Wireless Fence Ensures Doggie’s Safety - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from trinity smithAs caring and concerned dog owners, it is usually important to give our pets not only the right care but proper training as well. Efficient training usually starts as early as when the puppy is five or six months old. Well most dog owners who are kind of busy at work prefer hiring a trainer to ...
Views: 734(2 votes) - Carpet Cleaning Tricks and Tips - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Fred FishIf you have ever had to deal with a tough carpet stain or carpet that just will not come clean, than learning a few time tested rug and carpet cleaning techniques may be your next step. There most certainly are occasions where a professional cleaning may be in order, but often a more economical ...
Views: 874 - Animal Facts For Kids - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Galen TohEducating our children is one of the most important aspects of parenting. This article on animal facts for kids makes for interesting reading about little known facts about the animals that inhabit planet earth. Encourage your child to read and learn in a fun way, and share knowledge with ...
Views: 1840(1 vote) - Animal Adoption For Kids - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Galen TohAnimal adoption for kids is an important topic and this article focuses on what to expect when you plan to adopt a pet for your kids. Many pets especially dogs and cats are being abandoned for a number of reasons that may include: inability to afford pet care costs; allergies; inadequate ...
Views: 1759(1 vote) - Animal Care Knowledge For Kids - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Galen TohTo home a pet is serious business, the animal whether a dog or any other animal becomes a family member and the right animal care knowledge for kids is very essential. This article gives a broad overview of the basic considerations and care that need to be taken for dogs. Dogs are probably ...
Views: 1732(1 vote) - Endangered Rainforest Animals For Your Kids to Know - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Galen TohChildren need to be educated about our planet and all the different life forms that inhabit the earth. Teaching a child about the millions of species of animals that exist in this world, half of them in the rainforests, is a good thing. This article on the endangered rainforest animals for your ...
Views: 2653(1 vote) - Training of thoroughbred horses for horse racing gamesSubmitted on Feb 19, 2010 from sillivan markWhen a horse steps onto the race track for a horse racing game, it is a culmination of many hours of training. Few people understand the amount of work that must be done in order to prepare a horse for a racing game. It is a long process, one that never really ends. Race horse trainers know ...
Views: 1664(2 votes) - Three Amazingly Practical Crate Training Tips I Employed To Crate Train My Canine Friend In A Matter Of Days! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Tom AppleCrate training is crucial if you wish to keep the dog away from trouble whilst you are absent, improve the potty training process or enable your canine friend to adopt to a new surroundings. It is typically understood as a cruel technique to imprison a pup but the fact is that pet dogs love ...
Views: 644(1 vote) - Dressage Riding - Using correct rein contact - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2010 from ebooks gainHorseback riding has grown as a long time favourite sport, and has just recently begun to become popular not just in the USA but all over the world, which is why using the correct rein contact is so important in riding. A rider's hands needs to guide, encourage - with alittle give and take ...
Views: 893 - Puppy Problems? These Four Sure Fire Strategies Will Let You Stop All Of Them - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Tom AppleTeaching a young puppy dog may possibly sound as being a discouraging process, specifically when it turns out that your new furry friend isn't as lovable as you assumed (for example: eliminates on the flooring, consumes his own feces etc.). There is a selection of frequent puppy problems for ...
Views: 671(1 vote) - Dog Food Rating" Top Five Dog Food Ingredients! - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Dan and Jason MorrisonDog Food Rating: Five of the classic most beneficial canine ingredients. The following puppy meals rating informatoin booklet will surely prevent many a pet owner the most essential predicament which encounters him or her anytime these people travel out to get ones personal pet the ...
Views: 1076(1 vote) - 10 Tips on How to Take Care of your Dog - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Cristian StanDogs are giving their owners unconditional love, friendship and loyalty. All they ask in return is water, food, a safe shelter, veterinarian care and companionship. Take care of these most important 10 things and the dog will love you for it. 1. External identification. Place a collar or an ...
Views: 1142(2 votes) - Dealing with Cat Hairballs - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Cristian StanHairballs are a familiar problem to any cat owner, especially if they have a pet with long hair. Short hair cats also suffer from this problem, but it’s more common to those that have longer hair, like Persian cats. What happens is that the cat licks the fur, and swallows hair as a result. ...
Views: 1018 - Common Health Problems with Old Cats - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Cristian StanHealth issues with older cats will appear just like they do for us when we become old. They usually have a number of potential problems when they’re older. The age when a cat starts to have problems is around 9 years old. Around that age, the cat’s body will start to deteriorate slowly, and ...
Views: 978 - Words of Advice to Horse Lovers - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2010 from ebooks gainThe Dressage Arena Inside the arena is one of the most difficult moments at a competition for both the rider and the horse. The time immediately before entering the arena is the most crucial. You hope that the horse has worked is ready to do its best. But it is very easy for the horse to ...
Views: 685 - Obedience Training Doesn't Always Solve Dog Problems? - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Cameron CarterIf you think the most important key to having a dog that behaves is obedience training, I have some news for you. It isn't. When a dog whines, barks, pees on the floor or does any other unwanted behavior, obedience training won't always fix the problem. Sometimes your dog's behavior problem ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - Backyard Chicken Coop in Perspective - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Billy RandfordIn the hardware shop you will find out that the price of chicken coops is quite high, but feed and feeding items are reasonably priced. Therefore, it is good that you make plans to possibly construct your own backyard chicken coop. First you would have to choose the correct backyard chicken ...
Views: 739 - 16 of the World’s Most Sought After Exotic Pets - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from Neelima ReddySome people are content to own regular pets such as cats, dogs, birds, and gerbils while others prefer the more exotic, such as chinchillas, sugar gliders, monkeys, pythons etc., wanting the status of having owned an exotic animal. It is the owner’s choice if they want to take on the many ...
Views: 1227 - How to Raise a Well-Behaved Puppy - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Cameron CarterGetting a puppy is always exciting. They're adorable, they're fun and no matter what they do, they're cute. Unfortunately, it's all too common for owners to let their puppy get away with things they shouldn't because, as a puppy, it is cute. Or, the owners just don't know what they shouldn't and ...
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