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- For the Love of Doggies - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIt’s said that when you first arrive in heaven, all the dogs who have ever been a part of your life are there to greet you. Whether there’s a heaven or not and whether that statement is true or not, it still plays to the sentiment that dogs and unconditional love go hand in hand…that for those ...
Views: 751(1 vote) - Frontline Spray and Non-Chemical Methods in Flea Control - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Sandy ScottNext to our family, our pets are one of the important in our lives. Our pets can protect and support, entertain and nurture us. These pets can deserve a good health, and in exchange of their goodness to us, we must protect them, and be conscious about their health. Heartworm, fleas, ticks ...
Views: 1095(1 vote) - Frontline Spray and Pet Wormer for the Health of your Pets - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Sandy ScottEvery day, pets are exposed to intestinal parasites, and these worms pose a serious health threat to both your pets and your family. And a pet wormer and frontline spray can manage these. Parasites can have a batch of attenuate side effects in pets, and even be a cause of death in extreme cases. ...
Views: 1293(1 vote) - Giardiasis in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Cristian StanGiardiasis is an infection with giardia that happens in dogs. Giardia is a one cell parasite named protozoa. This parasite infects the small intestine in the dog. There are many ways in which a dog can get infected by this parasite. Transmission One of the most popular methods of ...
Views: 940(1 vote) - Green Lipped Mussel For Pets: Safe and Effective - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2011 from Mel CrosbyGreen lipped mussels are known for their anti-inflammatory effect. Various studies have shown its effectiveness in treating symptoms of arthritis, and joint aches too. There are many reasons for why people have arthritis. Some have it because it was genetically passed on to them, some have ...
Views: 1149(1 vote) - How harmful are dog fleas for a dog - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2013 from Paul RyanHow harmful are dog fleas for a dog Every pet lover has heard of dog fleas some time or the other. Dog fleas and ticks are nothing but a nuisance on the dog. They carry host of disease and causes considerable arm to the pet. If you want to get rid of fleas and ticks then read on to find out ...
Views: 1259(1 vote) - How Long Does it Take to Potty Train a Puppy? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Dawn BowmanBuying a puppy dog is an excellent thing to a household of doggie enthusiasts. Your entire family will certainly delight in their time with your pup. However typically pups pose the problem of naughty doggie behavior. If your young pup is not educated properly, your doggie may perhaps tend to ...
Views: 1099(1 vote) - How to Choose the Right Dog Food for Your Canine - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Linda BetarnoA trip to the supermarket can turn into pure confusion when you see the dog food aisle with its countless options. There are dry foods, can foods, and packaged foods. It’s hard to know where to start. To begin your search for the proper dog food you should concentrate on dry food first. Dry ...
Views: 964(1 vote) - How to Evaluate and Select Dog Food - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from D in the ‘NatiThere is a lot of confusion in regard to dog food quality. How does one evaluate a bag? How does one select the food that is best for one’s “best friend?” Having been in the pet food business for over 15 years, I feel comfortable stating that the one more knows, the less one knows. So if you ...
Views: 1711(1 vote) - How to Give to the SPCA - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2010 from Sannene GarehimeSaving the lives of overlooked and discarded animals has been the job of the SPCA since it’s inception in 1824. The SPCA had its simple beginnings primarily to prevent the abuse of carriage horses in the days before automobiles in England. Horses were driven through freezing cold winters and ...
Views: 716(1 vote) - How to Housebreak a Puppy Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Cameron CarterPuppy Housebreaking Rule #1: Here's the #1 secret to housebreaking any puppy: Supervision. Supervision is key to quickly training your puppy to go potty in the right place. By supervising, I mean you know exactly what your puppy is doing at all times. You always have them in your sight. The fact ...
Views: 1286(1 vote) - How to Housebreak a Puppy – Part 1 - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Cameron CarterWhen you get a new puppy, it's important to start housetraining them the day they come home. People commonly wait because they're so excited for those first few days, but this is starting off right away with bad habits that can be difficult to fix later. Several potty training techniques ...
Views: 1263(1 vote) - How to Know When it’s Time to Say Goodbye to a Pet Cat - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2009 from Pamela MerrittIt’s always a difficult choice to make; deciding it’s time to say goodbye to a beloved cat. The heart of the dilemma is absent when a cat meets their demise through misadventure or a sudden terminal episode. While, being human, we search for ways we could have averted this situation, we did ...
Views: 2411(1 vote) - How To Make Your Pooch Brisk And Active - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2009 from Jenny GregorichJust like the human beings, the pet dogs need to be cared and loved to keep them happy and active. Remember that you should not opt to get a pet dog unless you are sure that you can take the great responsibility and spend enough time in caring it. If you have time and money to spend on dog care, ...
Views: 858(2 votes) - How To Prevent Biting In Westies - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2009 from Irena WhitfieldDefinitely the most important issue about male westies is biting. And the most dangerous if it goes on not corrected. Every day I receive tens of various questions and requests for help with various problems and biting is the most frequent. First, you should realise that there are no dogs ...
Views: 14895(1 vote) - How To Take Care of Doggies During Winters - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from mellisa gambelAlmost everyone (except some weird people) loves dogs and they want one at their home. Dogs are certainly among the most preferred pet at every home. However, dog lovers should take proper care of them. They also need different kind of care during different seasons. Especially during winters, ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - How To Travel Comfortably With Your Pets This Holiday Season? - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2009 from Niki TudgeThe holiday season is almost upon us and many pet owners are starting to make their travel plans. The DogSmith knows how important pet care is -- whether you travel with your pets or if you are leaving them home. If you cannot travel with your pet you may want to book your pet into a boarding ...
Views: 1569(1 vote) - Humans Are Not The Only Ones Who Want To Feel Younger - by Submitted on May 10, 2016 from Eric PetersWe are all living in an age of infinite discovery. It seems every day we are reading about or watching some new innovation, with many having to do with technology and how they improve the “human” circumstance; but what about our dogs. The “fur-babies” who dog owners often refer to as members of ...
Views: 1003(1 vote) - Hummingbirds are fun to attract and watch. - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Gary StairEvery year in the middle of April, hummingbirds start to arrive here in south central Pennsylvania. We believe the same hummingbirds return to our feeder year after year. One day this spring, my wife and I were outside and noticed a hummingbird hovering at the spot where the hummingbird feeder ...
Views: 867(1 vote) - Is Your Dog Pregnant? - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2021 from Alica JeffersonDo you think your dog is pregnant? Are you planning on using a canine pregnancy test kit to find out of your dog is pregnant? Determining whether a dog is pregnant or not can be quite challenging, more so for inexperienced animal breeder and new owners. There are many factors one would need ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - Joint Re-Leaf: A Natural Treatment Option for osteoarthritis in Dogs. - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2009 from Scott Van EttenEvery year, millions of dogs develop some form of arthritis. In fact, 1 out of 5 dogs currently suffer from this ailment. Despite the fact that arthritis, osteoarthritis in particular, effects mostly older and larger dogs, on average, by the time a dog is 5 years old they will need to be treated ...
Views: 942(2 votes) - Knowing the Parasites and Pet Wormer for your Pets - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Sandy ScottIntestinal parasites like hookworms, tapeworms, roundworms and whip worms are the most types of worms that infest in the intestine of our pets. Intestine is part of your the intestine of pets, wherein the food are taken and digest. The parasites are responsible for extracting nutrients from your ...
Views: 956(2 votes) - My Horse Has Cancer - Now What? - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from Kay Aubrey-ChimeneSarcoma, melanoma, carcinoma: A diagnosis of cancer in your beloved horse can be emotionally devastating. Often you are urged to make immediate treatment (and financial) decisions while you are still dealing with the shock. So what can you do? First – breathe, and don’t allow yourself to be ...
Views: 5792(1 vote) - Name for your dog 5 tips to choose - by Submitted on Apr 07, 2021 from mohamed aamerName for your dog 5 tips to chooseDog or cat? Which breed takes less work? How to ensure the welfare of animals? These are just some doubts of those who decide to have an animal at home. Among so many dilemmas, choosing the dog's name is another important decision. A suitable nickname can ...
Views: 418(2 votes) - Natural Remedies and Herbs for Your Diabetic Dog - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from Cristian StanIf you are like the rest of us, you probably do not know a lot about canine diabetes, and neither would you be aware of the herbal remedies available for it. But you see, herbs are very important to help manage canine diabetes and these powerful components have been used for many, many years ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - New Puppy Care: 5 Top Tips to Give Your Puppy a Long and Healthy Life - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Tamsin SowdenAre you a new puppy owner? Or are you just about to buy that pup? Either way, now is the time to think about how you will care for your puppy's health. By following these 5 handy tips, you'll be setting your puppy up for a long and healthy life! 1. Get to know your vet Your first step ...
Views: 1093(1 vote) - New Research Funding Looks to Stop Spread of Canine Influenza Virus - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2009 from Heidi JeterMorris Animal Foundation is funding a new three-year study on Canine Influenza Virus (CIV). Led by Dr. Gabriele Landolt of Colorado State University, the project will help shelters develop effective testing and control methods to limit the effects of this disease in communities ...
Views: 836(2 votes) - New Year's Resolution For Your Canine Too - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Lori MatthewsMake this Year a Healthy New Year for Your Dog At the end of the year the resolutions are always being made - promises to ourselves to lose weight, eat healthy and exercise more. When making a new start why shouldn't this include all aspects of our lives? Your pet is a huge part of your ...
Views: 844(1 vote) - Obedience Dog Commands - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2009 from Shawn AlmgrenTeaching a dog obedience commands is very essential to the relationship between dog and owner. This is because it makes it easier to communicate with your dog, thus being able to immediately eliminate any behavioral problem. Also, dogs being as loyal as they are, jump at any opportunity to ...
Views: 763(1 vote) - Pain Relief for Dogs: What are the Options? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2013 from Susan CampbellPain management has a lot to do with healing and recovery. We know it is true for humans recovering from illness or surgery and, lately, studies have been performed showing that the same is true for our canine companions. Relieving the pain of injury or illness lowers stress and that, in turn, ...
Views: 1155(1 vote) - Parvovirus How To Recognize Treat & Prevent It - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Michelle HouserParvovirus is considered to be one of the most serious and often fatal dog ailments around. It is a serious virus that can infect every dog you own at once and lead to their death within days. Most deaths will occur within 48 – 72 hours. Even if your dog manages to survive this horrible ...
Views: 1293(2 votes) - Pet Portraits – Tips For An Elegant Shot - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Azalea WrightHaving a good photograph of a certain pet will generally lead to a more elegant and naturalistic appearance of your personal pet portraits. Actually, getting an excellent image of your pets particularly dogs and cats are frustrating for they are not human that could be given an instruction to ...
Views: 1083(1 vote) - Proper Care And Grooming Tips For German Shepherd Dog! - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from Neelima ReddyThe first look at the German shepherd dog can make you understand that the dog is strong, agile, alert, and full of life and well muscled animal. This is the most versatile breed of all dog species. The German shepherd dogs are well known for their intelligence, energy, stability, undying ...
Views: 1350(1 vote) - Provide Bluebird Nesting Boxes to enhance your birding sanctuary - by Submitted on May 19, 2010 from Gary StairBluebirds are seen virtually everywhere in North America. Here in Pennsylvania, we see them all year round. When there is snow on the ground, the bluebirds stand out against the white backdrop. The bluebirds especially liked our holly bushes for the berries that kept them feed during the time ...
Views: 796(1 vote) - Puppy Hints - Introduction to Fundamental Doggie Methods - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from ridwan wawanTrick training can be many enjoyable, nonetheless it all starts while using basics. Just before a dog may be trained to try and do tips, he must be properly qualified within the basic obedience commands. Getting previously trained creates an setting for new exercising, and in some scenarios, the ...
Views: 752(3 votes) - Safe Cat Food For A Healthy Feline - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2009 from Lori MatthewsFor the cat lover, their cat is more than a pet; he or she is a valued member of the family. It is essential in maintaining your cat's health to feed a high-quality cat food. Many cat foods and treats claim to have the highest quality ingredients, but not all of them make the grade. In this ...
Views: 1178(2 votes) - Secrets to Golden Retriever Potty Training - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Dawn BowmanTraining Golden Retrievers is easy because they tend to be well behaved, faithful, trustworthy, and trusting. As one of the more adaptable types of dogs, (in regards to their intelligence, devotion, and ability), the reputation of Golden Retrievers is no big surprise. Goldens tend to be the ...
Views: 873(1 vote) - Skin Irritation: What is Your Dog Suffering From? - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2009 from Jaison WilliamsSkin problems are a lead cause of irritation for dogs. The remedy for skin irritation in dogs usually depends on what the cause is. Fleas and ticks found in your dog’s fur is a frequent issue. They are parasitic creatures that gain health by feeding on the dog’s blood. They usually live on ...
Views: 805(1 vote) - Some Simple Tips on Shih Tzu Puppy Training - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Ricky CheaShih Tzu Puppy Training The joys of having a Shih Tzu puppy, which is also called a lion dog and chrysanthemum dog, is incomparable. You will appreciate its cute and cuddly appearance, soft and smooth fur, and adoring eyes that make it one of the most desirable pets around. Its quality as an ...
Views: 1918(2 votes) - Stress, Your Dog’s Health and Cancer in Dogs - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Malcon seoThere are some rather sad and depressing facts where cancer in dogs is concerned. Sadly, about one-third of all dogs will face cancer at some point in their lives. Additionally, the statistical chances of cancer occur jump considerably once a dog has reached the age of ten. While cancer covers a ...
Views: 850(1 vote) - Taking Care of your Dog – The Right Way - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2010 from Cristian StanJust like any other pets, dogs must be taken care of, by their owners. They require an investment of time, energy and money. This article will give you some tips on how to take care of your dog. There are about 21 factors involved in taking care of a dog. 11 of them are about the basic needs, 5 ...
Views: 1152(1 vote) - Ten Essential Car Safety Tips For Dogs. - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from kenneth oneOur pets are a part of the family and they deserve to be safe while on the road and in the vehicle with us. We can show our love to them by taking all available safety precautions whenever we have them in the car. Below are some essential safety tips to ensure that we get the best out of every ...
Views: 989(1 vote) - Thanksgiving Dinner for Dogs - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Scott Van EttenDuring the holiday season we are all likely to be doing more cooking in the kitchen preparing for what may seem to be endless get-togethers. While it is great to unite with friends and family, this is also a time of year that many of us begin to put on weight. This is also true for our pets as ...
Views: 991(4 votes) - The "Day After" Problems - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2010 from Tara MarloweYesterday was Independence Day and like most Americans, I watched the fireworks. Not unusual, right? Well, I took my dog. She loves them! I'm sure she is the only dog on the planet that does but she really enjoys them. I'm lucky, most dog and cat owners are probably dealing with the ...
Views: 1075(1 vote) - The Causes of Roundworms in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Anne MingIf there’s one thing a dog owner needs to be aware of, it’s roundworms. Roundworms are tiny worms that have a round body and usually grow from 3 to 5 inches in length. These worms live in your dog’s intestine and feed off of food that is partially undigested. They do not attach themselves to the ...
Views: 891(1 vote) - The Importance of Choosing a Responsible Dog Breeder - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Linda BetarnoA responsible dog breeder is one that understands proper breeding protocol. Great breeders also take great care of their dogs, and do not over breed. So, how do you know if a breeder is a good one to purchase a puppy from? To find a responsible dog breeder, you should research your options ...
Views: 1167(1 vote) - Things to Know Before You Purchase Bird Cages - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from orson dixonHaving a pet bird can be a wonderful experience but it also implies a lot of responsibility. Keeping a pet bird does not only mean that you feed it and change its paper as required. You will also have to make sure that the bird is healthy and happy. A comfortable and safe bird cage is one the ...
Views: 1042(2 votes) - Things You Can Learn from Your Dog about Living Well - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2009 from Karyn MaierThe old adage that ‘you can’t teach an old dog new tricks’ gets completely turned around on us when you consider the life philosophy of a pooch. In fact, my grown but still puppy-like Australian Shepherd never fails to remind me how much we’ve both benefited from her energetic spirit and how it ...
Views: 1389(1 vote) - 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: 672(1 vote) - Tips for Choosing The Best Vet For Your Dog - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from brian spilnerChoosing a veterinarian for your pet is like choosing a pediatrician for your child. After all, man’s best friend deserves the best. Not only do you want your dog’s doctor to be an expert with all of the latest skills and knowledge on canine health, but you also want him to have a “bedside ...
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