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- Common Pet Meds That Every Pet Owner Should Know about - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Anita HallAs our constant and most loving companions, dogs and cats should never have to suffer the pain of heart worm or kidney disease. Yet sometimes these ailments are unavoidable, and we should strive to provide the best care offered by modern veterinary medicine. Pet owners that are active in ...
Views: 901(2 votes) - Creating CALM… How Attention to Detail Improves Your Dog’s Life - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Yvonne PhillipsCreating CALM… Feng Shui expert Yvonne Phillips tells how attention to detail improves your dog’s life For thousands of years, people have employed the principles of Feng Shui to ensure they live the happiest, healthiest lives possible. The ancient Chinese practice aims to generate positive ...
Views: 1213(1 vote) - Critical Laser Operation for Pets and its Advantages - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Mark WilsonPet’s health is of utmost importance and helps pets to live longer and happier with their care takers. Today, due to growing infection and communicable diseases it is extremely necessary to take good care of pets to keep them health and fine all the time in different seasons. However, it is ...
Views: 542(1 vote) - Dairy Goats For Pets - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Susan KatchurHave you ever considered owning dairy goats for pets? These farm animals make great pets and are versatile too. Dairy goats and dairy production is one of the most historical, versatile and efficient forms of livestock production throughout the world. They are known for their milk production ...
Views: 927(2 votes) - Dealing With A Pet Portraits Artist - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Azalea WrightBecause of the demand of pet portraits all over the world especially in some cities in the United States, the number of artists with a specialization in pet portraits is also increasing. Actually, getting an artist to create your dreamed pet portraits is not difficult. Thus, it is important to ...
Views: 1098(2 votes) - Designer Dog Breeds - Should we encourage them or not? - by Submitted on May 25, 2019 from Sahir FaridRegardless of their breed, age, and size, all the dogs are pure love. They are always ready to please their humans. They cuddle them, wag their tails, and accompany them everywhere. I remember, in my childhood, every single dog was just a pup for me. No specifications, no knowledge of breeds, ...
Views: 948(1 vote) - Discover the Real Reason Why Your Dog scoots Across the Floor - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2011 from Mika MaddelaEver had company over and out of the blue your dog scoots his rear along the carpet? Does it get really embarrassing when he does it in front of company? The urge to put your shoes on when this happens is overwhelming. Here are some things you should know about dog carpet scooting and how to ...
Views: 998(1 vote) - Does Your Pet Have Lyme Disease? Here is How to Tell - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from brian spilnerLyme disease is a serious disease that occurs in dogs after they are bitten by ticks that are infected by the bacteria, Borrelia, that cause the disease. To prevent the disease, there are several vaccinations available that can be administered by your veterinarian. The vaccine itself is not ...
Views: 1743(2 votes) - Dog Care: Maintaining a Furry Dog in your home - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Cindy MillerMaintaining a furry dog in your home is not a simple task. It involves lots of things that have to be practiced with utmost care. For this, you can make use of dog care tips that prove helpful for the overall maintenance of dogs. Generally, a dog’s coat is classified into two kinds of hair. ...
Views: 2192(1 vote) - Dog Fleas Must Be Tackled With Extreme Care - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2013 from Paul RyanDog fleas are very tough and they must be treated with care. Even a single loophole in cleaning off dog fleas will create enough scope for the pest to return and re-infect your pet. Here are some simple yet very effective ways to kill dog fleas. Ways to kill dog fleas Easy to make lemon ...
Views: 796(1 vote) - 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: 787(3 votes) - Dog hair brushing: Is it essential? - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2012 from Richard PatrickThe relationship shared between humans and canines goes long back in history when canines used to be a part of their family not only for protection but also for hunting purposes. Canines had always been an integral part of the lives of the cave men. This is validated by many artifacts left ...
Views: 649(1 vote) - Dog Medicine to Protect your Pet from Fleas and Ticks - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from denise loykThere are more than two thousands species and subspecies of fleas and each of them can cause misery if they happen to come in contact with your canine friend. Unfortunately, they often do. Infestation typically occurs while out on a walk or even while playing in the yard. Fleas are parasites, ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Dog Medicine: Tips for Giving Your Furry Friend a Long and Healthy Life - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from sims jeffPeople care about their pets and they are increasingly concerned about their health. According to the American Pet Products Manufacturers Association, about 63 percent of American households have a pet. These pet owners were expected to spend a whopping $45.5 billion on their pets in 2009, which ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - Dog or Cat? - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2011 from Rosemary PriceMost people claim to be either a dog person or a cat person, there are very few who like both types of animals equally. A typical cat will come to you for food, a cuddle, a rest when it is tired, and then go out for hours where you have no idea of where it is or what it is doing. A typical ...
Views: 1023(2 votes) - Dog Worms And Children - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonAnimal diseases that can affect humans are called zoonoses. There are several dog diseases that may cause disease in your child; here we will look at three "worms" that can spread from dog to human. Intestinal Worms are a very common parasite of dogs, and can make your dog unwell. Treating ...
Views: 879(1 vote) - Dogs Have Jobs Too - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from brian spilnerMost communities have a few K9 officers on their law enforcement teams, and the term “junkyard dog” is pretty obvious job description. Guard dogs have been part of virtually every culture on the planet, just as have hunting dogs. Dogs have always had jobs. And modern dogs have modern ...
Views: 1802(1 vote) - EIGHT Mental Stimulation Tips for Your Precious Pets - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2017 from Colleen FlanaganImagine being alone all day, living in the same environment you've explored thousands of times. You have nothing to do except sleep and wait for your roommate to get home to feed and hopefully spend time with you. He’s been rather stressed out and crabby lately. Your quality time together has ...
Views: 2413(1 vote) - Eye Infections in Dogs - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2009 from Cristian StanAn eye infection is a relatively general description of a medical condition that may result in discomfort, discharge and abnormal appearance of a dog's eyes and surrounding tissue. Conjunctivitis This is generally the most common type of eye infection seen regularly in dogs. Conjunctivitis ...
Views: 1226(1 vote) - FENG SHUI FOR PETS - PART 1 - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2011 from Judith RyanSince correct feng shui encompasses all who reside in a home, the next two articles will be about some of the most important members of a family - the pets. Often forgotten about in books on the subject and sometimes even by professionals analyzing a space, they are family to those who share ...
Views: 6257(1 vote) - Five Reasons to Pick Up After Your Dog, Every Single Time - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Eric EcklSure, we've all felt the temptation. Maybe you're tired. Maybe you're just not feeling great that day. Maybe the weather is bad and you just want to go home. Maybe you just don't think anyone is looking. But whatever the reason, you're out walking the dog -- and suddenly, you lose your resolve ...
Views: 2688(2 votes) - Flea and Tick Control - Repel Naturally - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2012 from Paul RyanThere are various ways of flea and tick control but one must always choose a holistic method of flea and tick control. It does not matter how much a flea and tick repellent claims to be harmless, all of them have harmful chemicals since they are pesticides. On the other hand, natural way to ...
Views: 753(1 vote) - Flea control for dogs- How to do it with natural remedies - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Paul RyanNatural flea control for dogs: Top 5 Grooming – Most of the dogs’ fur can be combed with a flea comb so as to remove fleas. Take a fine-toothed flea comb where the teeth are especially closer together in comparison to the width of a flea. These combs are available at pet shops, feed and ...
Views: 843(1 vote) - Flea medication to treat fleas and ticks - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2012 from Paul RyanFlea medication to treat fleas and ticks Fleas and ticks when it comes to the amount of pain that a pet animal goes could be understood as one of the worst type of infestation based problem that could hamper the happiness and health of pet animals such as cats and dogs. Flea medication when ...
Views: 782(1 vote) - Flea medications and some natural remedies to deal with dog fleas - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2013 from Paul RyanIn Summer, dog fleas and pet problems are common. And those common pet problems are flea attacks, related diseases and infection to your pet. To keep them healthy and good going flea medications and other health care prevention are necessary for your pet. Dog care is a priority job for pet ...
Views: 831(1 vote) - Good Dog Breeds For Children - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2013 from Louise JohnstonOf all the dog breeds out there, a few are clearly ahead of the pack when it comes to their natural ability with kids. The best breeds for children are gentle, easy-going, and physically sturdy enough to take a few over-exuberant squeezes and occasional clumsy handling. If you’re looking for a ...
Views: 686(1 vote) - 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: 699(2 votes) - Healing Through Connecting With All Life – An Animal Communication Lesson - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Val HeartOne day I happened to glance outside onto the shaded area of my patio deck and noticed my grey tabby cat laying in a regal pose, front arms stretched out with her paws elegantly crossed in front of her. Her eyes were half shut, she seemed to be smiling a Mona Lisa smile, and even from inside ...
Views: 779(1 vote) - Heartworms in dogs: A major problem - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2013 from Paul RyanAlso known as dirofilariasis, heartworms are caused by a parasite that is blood borne and is as Dirofilaria Immitis. The adult heartworms are found are found in the heart adjacent to the large blood vessels of the infected dogs. It is very rare that worms will be found in other parts of the ...
Views: 904(1 vote) - Help! My Puppy Won’t Stop Biting Me And It’s Starting To Hurt! - by Submitted on May 16, 2007 from Eric LetendreDogs are not born with soft mouths, but they can learn to bite softly if taught properly, which means plenty of information and communication from you and from other dogs. Interacting with other dogs is critical to teaching your puppy bite inhibition. When two dogs play together and one bites ...
Views: 9429(1 vote) - How Do Cats Purr and Why? - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2011 from Val HeartEver wondered how cats purr? What is it exactly that makes that amazing sound and vibration? Why do they purr at some times and not at others? For instance, cats purr just as much when they are in pain, injured or ill as they do when they are content, pleased and in a meditative state of ...
Views: 881(1 vote) - How do your pets react to houseguests and visitors? - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2012 from Allen and Linda AndersonHUMANS JUST DON'T GET IT We had a visitor stay with us over the holidays. It was funny how our cocker spaniel Leaf, our cockatiel Sunshine, and our cat Cuddles reacted to everything being different in the house. Our visitor was amiable, relaxed, and friendly toward our pets. It was a nice ...
Views: 1826(1 vote) - How to Brush Your Pet’s Teeth - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2013 from Hunter GrahamYou may feel like you’re trying out a new dance step the first time you try to brush your dog or cat’s teeth. You go left, and your cat steps right. You talk soothingly, and your dog’s ears go up. You fake left, and the cat leaps over the coffee table and out the pet door. Yikes! While ...
Views: 802(1 vote) - How to Clean a Home with Lots of Pets - by Submitted on Jun 17, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanPets are an important part of our lives and our homes but they do leave lots of hair, dander among other things in our home. We really start to notice it when we want to clean for a holiday party or company. Dog hair, cat hair, cat vomit, dog vomit, more hair, and hopefully no other types of ...
Views: 1010(1 vote) - How to control Dog Aggression - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2012 from Colin SealMay very well not have the ability to teach dogs new tricks nevertheless, you can educate these to avoid aggressive behaviour. You'll be able to do this through education plus a dog training collar. You should do this in early stages. How to Accomplish this Goal Pet owners can start by ...
Views: 866(1 vote) - How to Deal with the Death of a Pet - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2011 from Nelson BerryBy The Pioneer of Subliminal Messages Online. The death of a pet can be as painful as losing a family member or a friend. If you have spent so many years with it and you have given it special attention and love, then both of you have already developed a special bond. Losing your pet means ...
Views: 559(1 vote) - How to Eliminate Flea in Your Pet Dog - by Submitted on Feb 29, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanA nasty little parasite lies in wait for your dog just outside your door: the flea.. It just takes a few fleas to begin a vicious cycle of infestation. These tiny creatures with six legs and no wings can leap tall dogs in a single bound. Scientists have identified nearly 2,000 species of fleas, ...
Views: 519(1 vote) - How to get rid of dog fleas - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2013 from Paul RyanDogs and cats are the most preferred pet animals whose popularity have further soared up following the invention of various dog and cat breeds coming into the picture. With people being able to get the dog type they always dream to get adjusted to the surrounding of their home, the craziness to ...
Views: 781(1 vote) - How to Increase Your Intuition Part III — Ask for Validation as You Share What you Receive - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Kumari MullinSometimes it is the simple things that get overlooked that are the key to success. In developing their new intuitive “muscles” many of my students forget this easy yet crucial step. Often the key is to share what you receive as you receive it, even if you have no idea what it means or where it ...
Views: 2625(1 vote) - How to set up a veterinary consultation step by step - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2019 from Hasan RootMany of those who have acquired a certain trajectory in the veterinary sector is considering whether to set up a veterinary consultation and, once the decision is made, the process corresponding to its opening must be addressed. Steps to set up a veterinary consultation A veterinary ...
Views: 534(1 vote) - 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: 625(1 vote) - How to Tell When Your Pet Has Fleas - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Philip FallDo you suspect that your cat or dog is suffering from fleas? An infestation of fleas is not the end of the world and it can be easily treated with a product such as Frontline. However, first you need to spot and diagnose the infestation. Luckily, fleas are not too difficult to spot with the ...
Views: 948(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: 916(2 votes) - How to Wash Dog Bedding to Get Rid of Fleas - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2012 from Philip FallIf your dog has been infested with fleas it can be easily treated with Frontline for dogs. However, you will also need to thoroughly clean your pet’s bedding so that these blood-sucking parasites do not come back again. Fleas can live in blankets, upholstery, clothing and other fabrics so it is ...
Views: 12822(1 vote) - Is a vegetarian diet suitable for your dog? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2011 from Adam TaylorMany people enjoy the vegetarian lifestyle today for either health, ethical, or moral reasons. In certain cases some people have chosen to extend this diet to their pets. This new way of feeding pets has prompted the marketing of commercial vegetarian dog food. There is a range of foods and ...
Views: 781(1 vote) - Is It Possible To Get Your Dog To Stop Whining? - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2010 from Hugo C. CercilYour new canine addition just arrived and it will not stop whining. The kids are disappointed with the whiny little pup and you don't know what else to do. Sending the dog away is not your preference, though you do wish to stop the dog from whining. So what do you do? Luckily, there are ways to ...
Views: 1208(2 votes) - Is Secrets to Dog Training Scam? - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Hugo C. CercilSecrets to Dog Training looks at how to prevent and react to frequent behavior problems that dogs engage in. I've looked on the Internet trying to find sources to help me with my own sometime mischievous pup, and I'm impressed with the wisdom, practicality, and advice this online book provides. ...
Views: 1604(2 votes) - K9 Advantix for The Treatment Of Ticks and Fleas - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from anuradha thakurFor pet owners fleas and ticks create a variety of problems. Fleas and ticks are very common pet health problem for dogs and cats. Fleas feed on animal blood and cause problems like allergic reaction, skin irritation, anemai and in rare cases it may lead to death. Lyme, babesiosis, rocky ...
Views: 776(1 vote) - Learn How to Groom Your Dog - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Bobby YorkAs a dog owner, it’s no-nonsense that you are very much concerned about your canine’s health. It’s important that you take care that there is no stone unturned, when it comes to your dog’s diet. You may find this lovely creature, sitting beside you in the most memorable moments of your life. So, ...
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