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- Top 4 Tips for Finding the Best Doggie Day Care - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Harriet PittmanAs a responsible and loving pet owner, you may feel a bit overwhelmed when looking for the right doggie day care. Here are my top four tips for finding the best doggie day care. If you follow my suggestions you will be able leave your dog at the day care feeling confident your pet will be ...
Views: 573 - Top 5 Causes of Stress in Cats - by Submitted on May 13, 2009 from Cameron CarterEverybody gets stressed out sometime in their lives. As humans we get multiple options on how to deal with stress. However, most people don't know that your house cat also gets stressed out, leading to any number of behavior issues. Here are a few helpful bits of information to understanding ...
Views: 1226 - Top 5 Common Mistakes in Baby Chameleon Care and How to Avoid Them - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2024 from Audie DeweyCaring for a baby chamеlеon can bе a rеwarding еxpеriеncе, but it also comеs with its challеngеs. Thеsе dеlicatе rеptilеs rеquirе spеcific carе to thrivе, and еvеn small mistakеs can lеad to sеrious hеalth problеms. Whеthеr you'rе a first-timе chamеlеon ownеr or looking to improvе your carе ...
Views: 312 - Top 5 Emotional support animal dog breeds - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2019 from Arifur RahmanDog lovers always view all bread as loving and extremely loyal and that’s what we all believe. Most of the dog owners view all the dogs as the same and creatures that can do anything to please their masters. However, there are some breeds that go beyond this level. In this brief, we will talk ...
Views: 561 - Top 5 Methods of Coping with Cat Behavior Problems - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Cameron CarterEverybody knows how cats love to scratch. Though most cat owners have their theories, most probably don't understand why cats scratch and are therefore unprepared to deal with the problem. If you are one of the many cat owners that have been going round and round with your cat's scratching ...
Views: 1051 - Top 7 Tips for a Fun and Safe Halloween with Your Pet - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Harriet PittmanHalloween is a fun night for kids, including our furry kids! Halloween also comes with challenges for all kids, including the furry ones. As the owner of a pet boarding facility and a breeder who offers both Anatolian Shepherds and Border Collie puppies for sale in Virginia I have a lot of ...
Views: 553 - TOP 70 FISH FOR PLANTED AQUARIUM - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from palash patilTOP 70 FISH FOR PLANTED AQUARIUM Hi Fish-keepers today I’m going to tell you about 70 fish that go very well in a planted aquarium. A planted aquarium is a setup of specially selected plants and fish which complement each other and create a unique and natural aquatic ecosystem. To keep this ...
Views: 564 - Top choice for buy online pet meds-Genericfrontlineplus - by Submitted on May 10, 2012 from Paul RyanGeneric flea Control by Generic Frontline meds Generic Frontline plus is more effective and is available at a truly affordable price. Every Generic Flea and Tick Medicine has some unique qualities. These generic medicines are easy to use, safe as well as guaranteed and offer safety against ...
Views: 918 - Top Four Reasons Your Cat Might Be Spraying - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Cameron CarterIt doesn't matter if you have a young kitten or a full grown cat, it's still just as frustrating when they are not using their litter box, as they should. However, it is NEVER OK to discipline your feline friend. This is not how cats learn, and will just make them fear you. Before you make any ...
Views: 950 - Toxic Foods for Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2007 from Katie A MoranIn our article ”What do I feed my dog now?” Katie and I had discussed what to buy for your dog. There have been lots of reports over poisonous ingredients that were/are being used to formulate certain brands of dog food. We didn’t name the brands but we told you our secret brand for a happy ...
Views: 4927 - Traditional Pet Beds and Quality Pet Beds for Dogs - by Submitted on May 06, 2011 from robin brainPet beds or dog beds are nothing new. For ages; pet lovers and dog owners have been using these items for their loved pets. Difference with the pet beds and dog beds that are used today from the older ones is that the quality and patterns have completely changed. Moreover, the components used ...
Views: 529 - Tragic Saga of ‘Wildlife Loss’ on our Planet - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2012 from Katie ClearyThe earth is losing an unprecedented amount of animal habitat from last few years. The scientists say they our planet is experiencing a fatal period of animal loss that will get more worsen in near future with thousands of species will get extinct. We can now foresee that the majority of ...
Views: 835 - Train Your Dog for Best Behavior - by Submitted on May 04, 2013 from Alliya JosephDog training is must for all who love to keep dog in their homes. Dog training refers to modify the behavior of your dog for yourself or others. Training is educating a reaction to orders, or the performance of activities not actually naturally to the pet, and also increasing a dog accommodated ...
Views: 878 - Train Your Dog in Such a Way That You Should Be Proud of Him - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Ryan JessicaWhen you were in school, what did you do for the subjects you were not good in? Either you would have left them or took tuition to acquaint yourself well with the subject. Well, it is just a metaphor and is equally applicable on almost everything. You can deal with a problem only in two ways, ...
Views: 684 - Train Your Dog With A Bark Collar - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2008 from Larry VolwilerAre you a dog owner who encounters problem with the authorities or your neighbors regarding your dog's barking habit? Yes! Dogs are man's best friend, developed through years of companionship in many situations that strengthen their relationship. But when you have dogs that bark all through the ...
Views: 4109 - Train your Dog With a Bark Collar - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2008 from Larry VolwilerAre you a dog owner who encounters problem with the authorities or your neighbors regarding your dog's barking habit? Yes! Dogs are man's best friend, developed through years of companionship in many situations that strengthen their relationship. But when you have dogs that bark all through the ...
Views: 1394 - Train Your Dogs The Right Way - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Madison OdalysSome dog trainers make the mistake of bribing their dogs to respond to their commands. If your dog gets used to getting a treat before responds to your commands well, it will not perform a command unless a treat is there. Giving treats to your dog should not be an everyday affair in order to ...
Views: 518 - Train Yourself, Then Train Your Dog - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2011 from Claudette MercadoFor most of us, the dogs that we own are not simply a pet but they actually become an extension of the family. Unfortunately, many people tend to allow their dogs to rule the roost and this tends to make everybody miserable. What they don't realize is the fact that even the dog wants to be ...
Views: 501 - Training a Puppy - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2011 from Jude LeMoineIt used to be that puppy training was a haphazard affair until puppies reached five or six months of age. In fact, from time to time, I still hear that theory promoted. New puppy owners grumbled about in-house accidents but accepted them as part of bringing home a new puppy. About forty years ...
Views: 892 - Training an Older Dog - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Jay BarkerEveryone is well aware that the old saying “you can’t teach old dogs new tricks” is not true. This is because dogs are just like human beings who keep learning something new every day. While this is true, this usually means unlearning old tricks for both dogs and humans. Since dogs are ...
Views: 707 - Training Animals and Nutrition – What’s the Connection? - by Submitted on Jul 27, 2009 from Niki TudgeMany studies have shown the direct correlation between diet and academic performance in children to the point that no one questions that a good diet equates to improved grades. Though less scientific research has been done on the relationship between nutrition and dog training, there is ample ...
Views: 3245 - Training Collar: Fact and Fiction - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Colin SealYou can find facts and falsehoods so that you can read about the dog training collar. It that could be array meters; takes advantage of digital Radio frequency (coded); and, rechargeable battery designed to succeed for a holiday and good after 3 weeks of storage is a superb device. Other ...
Views: 672 - Training Collars – Handy Tools for Dog Owners - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2012 from Colin SealDog training collars are a big help to dog owners and trainers. First of all, this contemporary device is valuable in your effort to teach the dog the appropriate behavior. Fortunately, technology advancement has made it possible for people to acquire collars that can be controlled by portable ...
Views: 647 - Training Dogs and Puppies is Must to make them Obey Your Orders - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Ryan JessicaAre you suffering from a chronic pain in your temple? Is the reason for such nervous abrasion the constant yelling on your dog? The only thing you need to know is that such iron fist clasp on your dog will neither create any effectual results nor is it humane. What you need, is to train your dog ...
Views: 706 - Training Dogs To become Obedient And Independent - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Colin SealAmong the various things that the dog should learn are submission and independence which are often facilitated through the dog training collar. This can be the most effective alternative as opposed to putting them in cages or keeping them chained to a pole. It provides you with the ...
Views: 702 - Training Dogs to Stop Bad Behaviors Such As Digging And Excess Barking - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Jay BarkerEven though we love our dogs so much, there are certain times wherein he will do something which will drive us crazy. More often than not, this bad behavior of his also affects our neighbors and thus strain a healthy relationship. Normally, there are two dog behaviors which can produce such ...
Views: 611 - Training Issues and Health Problems of the Golden Retriever - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from SamPup MooresThe Golden Retriever is an extremely popular choice as a pet and justifiably so. They are amicable loyal and affectionate dogs that love to be part of the household and to join in all the fun and games. But, they are open to some inherited health disorders that need to be tested and monitored. ...
Views: 1150 - Training Pets Is Not Only About Success - by Submitted on May 03, 2012 from Natalia KrasnyanskayaPeople are accustomed to take pets, people are accustomed to adore them and, of course, people are accustomed to train them. The results might be both surprising and confusing, as there is no way that an individual might allow for all possibilities for sure. It is probably appropriate to remind ...
Views: 843 - Training Program Review: Dove Cresswell's Puppy and Dog Training Online - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Hugo C. CercilIf your goal is to make sure you train your dog, or puppy, with the most effect method available, grab a copy of Dove Cresswell's Puppy and Dog Training Online Program. It is an Internet-based program that is loaded with lots of extras, such as audio and video training modules that feature the ...
Views: 1027 - Training Techniques To Manage A Grown-Up Dog - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2011 from Doggy DanMore and more people are adopting dogs from rescue charities and animal kennels. While this is a nice thought that stops these older dogs from being destroyed or just being unloved, many people are actually taking over a dog that has already had the experience of training and trying to instruct ...
Views: 574 - Training Tips on you Ragdoll Cats - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Clifford MacHanterCats are on of the most worthwhile pets among others together with the commonly breed dogs in almost of our home today. Cats are also one of the most intelligent and wise pets as well as relatively easy to care for and can be trained if you know how to do it correctly. We commonly teach our cats ...
Views: 2238 - Training Your Cat to Use a Pet Door - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2009 from Larry VolwilerWhether you have an adult cat, or a new kitten, teaching him how to use a cat door will be done the same way. When you install your cat door, make sure you measure the "rise" of your cat (the measurement from the floor to the lowest part of your cat's chest or stomach). This measurement tells ...
Views: 12738 - Training Your Dog - Things To Know - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Gill LaphinMany of us consider our animals to be, not just a pet but a valued member of the family. As such, we would want to make sure that they were able to fit in with our family well and to behave themselves as they should. Just as we would want to make sure that any children that were in our family ...
Views: 466 - Training Your Dog Effectively As Per Your Need - by Submitted on Nov 11, 2011 from Tony CollazoEffective dog training without the need for e-collars, clickers and treats is the urgent need of the hour. Can you envisage walking all over with a sack full of clickers and treats or how about strolling around with that irritating clicker and employing that to converse with your pet dog? The ...
Views: 603 - Training Your Dog For Competition: Choosing Correct Agility Equipment - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from brian spilnerAgility training has many benefits; it teaches and reinforces obedience training, while providing extra exercise for you and your pooch. Purchasing agility equipment is a great idea if you want your dog to compete professionally or if you are just looking for something to fill your time at ...
Views: 1414 - Training Your Dog How to Use a Dog Door - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Jay BarkerIf you have finally decided to get a dog door for your house, you would probably think that it is easy to train your pet to use the dog door just like you see in the movies. But there are other dogs which are much harder to train as compared to the others. Because of this, here are some ...
Views: 800 - Training Your Dog The Right Way - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2008 from Mailey McLaughlinWhether your dog is just a puppy or well into adulthood, there are many things you, as a pet owner, need to be aware of. Training your dog is an important step in starting off on the right foot and teaching him obedience. All dogs - no matter how old - need some form of training so that they can ...
Views: 945 - Training Your Dog to Become Your Best Friend - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Jay BarkerRemember the saying “a dog is man's best friend?” Well, it is not necessarily true in most circumstances. There are even some situations wherein dog owners and their pets will not see eye to eye on anything. This is because dogs do what they do best: being a dog. It will normally do what every ...
Views: 775 - Training Your Puppy to Walk on a Leash - by Submitted on Sep 20, 2011 from Jude LeMoineStart training your puppy to walk on a leash as soon as you get him home. You don’t need a leash to begin… in fact, I recommend you simply teach him to follow you off leash. You will need a leash, of course, within the week, if you haven’t already got one. Retractable leashes are fine for a ...
Views: 801 - TRANSCENDENT EXPERIENCE!! INIMITABLE PRIZES!! - Day 2 - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2019 from Mahendra PingaleThe Day 2 of the 2nd National Dog Grooming Competition was as awesome as Day 1. The winners of Day 1 were more excited as they were one step forward to win the award of “Best In Show” i.e. the winner who did well on both the days and will be winning the prizes worth INR 5lacs. The Competition ...
Views: 426 - Transform Your Kitchen with Epoxy Flooring: Residential Solutions in Tahlequah - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2024 from Soli SethiAre you looking to revamp your kitchen with a durable and stylish flooring solution? Look no further than epoxy flooring! In Tahlequah, residents are discovering the numerous benefits of epoxy kitchen floors, offering both functionality and aesthetic appeal. If you're considering upgrading your ...
Views: 398 - Traveling on Vacation with Your Pet - Emergency Hospitals and Emergency Clinics - by Submitted on Apr 09, 2012 from Denis AguilarTraveling on vacation with your family pet can be fun, but there are also precautions that need to be taken when traveling with your dog or cat. While your primary care veterinarian knows your pet best, if you are 500 miles away from home and something happens to your pet, more than likely you ...
Views: 621 - Traveling With Canine or Cat Pets - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2011 from Roselyn BurisWe all love their pets. To many pet owners their dog and feline companions are a member of the family and lots of individuals hate to leave those members of the family behind once they travel. You must consider a lot of things before choosing to vacation with their beloved pet. Automobile ...
Views: 634 - Travelling with a Dog In the Car - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2019 from Mahendra PingaleTraveling with your pet is a new kind of adventure. One that can quickly go awry if your dog gets carsick and vomits in the backseat (been there — you’re welcome) or your cat meows for ten straight hours during a move. Taking your dog on a road trip is a great way to spice up your travels. If ...
Views: 541 - Travelling With Your Cat or Dog in Australia, a Vets Guide. - by Submitted on May 02, 2019 from Chris Mailby Dr Evan Shaw | Fleamail, Parasites Travelling With Your Cat or Dog in Australia, a Vets Guide. Us Aussie pet owners are passionate folk, in fact 98% of us consider our pets as “part of the family” – so it’s no wonder we take them on holidays with us. With the explosion of Australian ...
Views: 628 - Travelling With Your Pets: Calming Down A Nervous Traveller - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2007 from Amy CaseyThe road trip is one of the great traditions of summer. It's fun to pack up the car and go search for adventure - or just head to Grandma's house. For many of us, the trip just isn't the same without a furry traveling buddy. Some dogs and cats just love to get on the road, looking out the ...
Views: 1944 - Treat your animal to quality pet food - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2011 from Leonard DawsonHave you ever wondered how much your pet costs you? Perhaps the thought is scary, however, while saving money on toy balls, hoops and ropes might solve your cash flow problems, it’s not wise to compromise on the quality of your dog food quality of your dog food or cat treats. While it might ...
Views: 799 - Treating Cats That Have Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 24, 2011 from Naomi WestWhen we hear about cancer we think about all of those moms, grandfathers, and associates that have been diagnosed as well as the struggle they each went through in the hopes that they might get rid of it and have the ability to spend longer with the people which they love. This can also be a ...
Views: 622 - Treating Diabetic Dogs - by Submitted on Dec 25, 2012 from Zsolt MolnarThe biggest concern for most people whose dogs are diagnosed with diabetes is the thought of giving their dogs insulin injections twice a day. Fortunately, the process is really not that bad, for the person or for the dog. Is there any alternative to insulin shots for diabetic dogs? Not ...
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