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Heated Water Bowl 2006-12-05 12:26:34
This is easy way to keep your dog’s water from freezing during those cold, winter months? It’s easy with the Heated
Outdoor Water Bowl!
This full-size dog water bowl is made with a built-in heating element that gently warms your pooch’s drinking water. Just fill this five-quart bowl with fresh water, plug it into any outlet, and your dog will have an abundant water supply no matter how cold it gets outside. Totally safe for all breeds. Includes an anti-tip bottom and a non-chewable cord protector as a precaution against chewing.
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Cesky Terrier 2006-12-05 08:44:50
Cesky Terrier
is a small terrier originating in Czechoslovakia
Cesky Terrier has a long head, bushy beard, mustache, and eyebrows. The body is solid, but not heavy. The Cesky Terrier is agile and robust. The wavy, silky coat usually comes in various shades of gray-blue with tan, gray, white, or yellow furnishings or light coffee, though puppies are born black. The coat lightens between birth and two years of age.
This is a sweet and happy dog that is good with children and tends to be less dog-aggressive than some other terrier breeds. Patient and brave, they are loyal, obedient, and courageous dogs. They are intelligent and more trainable than many other terriers. They are easy to handle. They love people, especially children, and are fairly friendly with strangers, but like most terriers, are feisty, stubborn, and fearless.
Cairn Terrier Temperament & Health info 2006-12-05 06:31:48
This dog breed areintelligent, strong, and loyal. Like most terriers, they are stubborn and strong-willed, and love to dig after real or imagined prey. Cairn Terrier
s have a strong prey instinct and will need comprehensive training. However, they are highly intelligent and, although very willful, can be trained. Although it is often said that they are disobedient, this is not the case provided correct training is applied. They are excellent with children and make wonderful family dogs. These are working dogs and are still used as such in parts of Scotland. Like most terriers, they require large amounts of exercise. Cairn Terriers are very independent and do not make good “lap dogs”. The image of Cairn Terriers being like “Toto” from the Wizard of Oz is a partial misconception. In reality, these dogs do not always like to snuggle and would heartily object to being kept in a basket. They like to do what they want, and will not make good pets for someone looking f Read more:Temperament
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How to Stop Your Dog From Chewing 2006-12-05 06:24:00
Nothing is more frustrating than finding something your dog has destroyed. One of the toughest challenges a pet owner can face is how to stop the dog from chewing once the dog has started this behavior.
I own a six year old male Japanese Akita named Cado and he is a real handfull. He was even more so when he was a younger dog, thankfully age has mellowed some of his less desirable behaviors.
Whenever I used to leave him with a friend or on his own for too long he liked to chew something up. Whether it was a cushion, part of the couch, or a mattress corner basically it was a real pain in the ass!
There are a few ways I know of to help stop your dog from chewing. First make sure your dog is getting regular exercise. This means at least 30 minutes of vigourous walking every day. The good thing about this is it is good for you too! Regular exercise will help your dog relieve tension and stress and make it easier for them to relax.
You also want to make sure that your dog has at least one Read more:Chewing
Keep Kitty from Scratching on the Furniture 2006-12-05 06:19:13
If you are like the majority of cat owners in the world, I’m sure you would love to find an alternative scratching source for your beloved pet. Preferably something besides the sofa or your favorite easy chair! Cat owners everywhere have had to deal with the age-old habit of “scratching”.
“Scratching
” is not only your cats way of sharpening its claws, it also exercises the muscles and keeps your cat in shape. “Scratching” also tends to ease your kitties stress. It is a very necessary trait or habit, and also an unbreakable one, and one that will remain in his daily routine.
Providing your kitty with an alternative scratching source is the first step! The simplest and most widely used is an actual “scratching post”. They are reasonably priced, take up very little space, and come in a varity of styles and colors.
This is where most cat owners make a big mistake! Purchasing the right kind of “scratch post” is vital to the Read more:Kitty
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Boston Terrier Temperament and Health info 2006-12-05 06:16:18
oston Terrier
can be gentle, alert, expressive, and well-mannered. Many still retain the spunky attitude of the typical terrier. They were originally a cross-breed between the White English Terrier (now extinct) and an English Bulldog. Some Boston
s enjoy having another one for companionship. Both females and males generally bark only when necessary. Having been bred as a companion dog, they enjoy being around people, and if properly socialized get along well with children, other canines, and non-canine pets. Boston Terriers can be very cuddly, while others are more independent. Boston Terriers are known to lick the faces of their owners excessively.
And when we talk about health issue from this dog breed, Bostons cannot tolerate excessive heat and humidity due to the shortened muzzle, so hot weather combined with demanding exercise brings the danger of heat exhaustion.
They can live 15 years or more, but the average is around 13 years.
The Boston, like other short-snouted breeds have Read more:Temperament
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JackRussell Jump 2006-12-04 07:02:37
JackRussell doing dog agility
Border Terrier Health Info 2006-12-04 06:16:14
Tis dog breed are generally hardy and long-lived dogs with few health problems. However, they have a very high resistance to pain and will very often appear healthy even when injured or sick. Consequently, any sign of illness should be taken seriously. Due to their low percentage of body fat, BorderTerrier
s are very sensitive to anesthetics. Therefore, Border Terrier owners should select a veterinarian that is aware of this and is cautious in administering anesthesia.
Due to their instinct to kill and consume smaller animals, Border Terriers often destroy, and sometimes eat, toys that are insufficiently robust. Indigestion resulting from eating a toy can cause the appearance of illness. Typical symptoms include lethargy, unwillingness to play, a generally ‘unhappy’ appearance, lack of reaction to affection, and inability or unwillingness to sleep. These symptoms are generally very noticeable, however, they are also present just prior to Border Terrier bitches being on he Read more:Health
Black Russian Terrier Temperament, care and health 2006-12-04 05:49:27 BlackRussianTerrier
are confident, calm, highly intelligent, brave and loyal. It should never be timid, and will not hesitate to defend the people that it loves if it thinks they are threatened. The BRT may seem aloof, but needs human companionship and bonds deeply to its family. They are wary of strangers and take a long time to warm up to unfamiliar people, thus they make excellent guard dogs. BRTs are dominant by nature and need confident owners who have experience handling similar dogs.
because of its breeding as a working dog, has a very strong “work ethic”, and needs a job to do in order to be happy. Early training is a must, as it will exploit any owner who has failed to establish clear dominance, and it’s just too big to not be trained. They are very responsive to firm, consistent training, and excel at Obedience competitions. They also perform well in other dog sports, such as Agility, and Schutzhund training. They have a low-shedding coat, and need groom Read more:Temperament
English Mastiff Temperament and Health 2006-12-06 06:53:26
Mastiff breed is a combination of grandeur, dignity, and courage; calm and affectionate to its master, but capable of guarding. The breed is innately good natured, calm, easygoing, and surprisingly gentle. It is a well-mannered house pet but needs sufficient room to stretch out. This is an extremely loyal breed and, though not excessively demonstrative, it is devoted to its family and good with children. However, it can be very protective of its owners and must be handled sensibly, since it is exceptionally powerful and can be difficult to control. When an “unrecognisable” visitor enters the home, the Mastiff will usually place itself between its master and the visitor until their master has recognized the visitor in a way that appears to be compassionate or friendly.
This is a particularly large dog demanding correct diet and exercise. The expected lifespan is 9 to 11 years.
Major issues include hip dysplasia and gastric torsion. Minor problems include obesity, osteosarc Read more:Health
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Eurasier Temperament 2006-12-06 10:20:39
Eurasiers are calm, even-tempered dogs. They are watchful and alert, yet reserved towards strangers without being timid or aggressive. Eurasiers form a strong link to their families and are fond of children. For the full development of these qualities, the Eurasier needs constant close contact with its family, combined with understanding, yet consistent, training. They are extremely sensitive to harsh words or discipline and respond best to soft reprimand. The Eurasier is a combination of the best qualities of the Chow Chow, the Wolfspitz, and the Samoyed, resulting in a dignified, intelligent breed. Eurasiers tend to select one family member as the pack leader and will not generally respond to orders from other family members.
Eurasiers are not suitable as working dogs. Training should always be done through family members, not through strangers or handlers. Eurasiers should never be restricted to only a yard, kennel, crate, or chained up. They would pine and become depressed. This b Read more:Temperament
Labrador Action 2006-12-06 14:31:13 Labrador
Retriever doing weave poles in dog agility
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Pet Grooming: How To Keep Your Pet Happy and Healthy 2006-12-07 04:33:07
You know the best way to keep your dog happy, healthy, and safe is to have them well groomed and trained. You can take your pet to a professional or do it yourself with the proper equipment and training.
You will be pleased to find out that qualified, experienced groomers often offer pet grooming seminars for advice and trimming demonstrations for your pet. Of course, there is the old “trial and error” method, but this can be frustrating. Better to do some online research, buy a book on grooming, take a class or get some form of professional training first.
Effective Grooming
Certain pets must be groomed from the skin outward to truly be effective in taking care of their coat of hair and keeping it healthy. Comb through the coat starting at the legs of the animal and then work your way to the body; this will allow you to get rid of all the shedding fur.
You must groom your pet on a regular basis if your pet goes outside frequently or is one of those hard to manage type of Read more:Happy
German Shepherds and Hip Problems 2006-12-07 04:28:09 German
shepherds are undoubtedly one of the more popular dogs among families and god enthusiasts. Unfortunately, they can be susceptible to certain health problems that you need to watch out for.
German Shepherds and Hip Problems
Make no mistake about it, we love our dogs. They have quirky personalities and soon become a part of the family. Heck, I often treated my pup better than I did myself. You will note I use the pass tense. My pup recently passed away from health problems. While young, he was vibrant and playful. As he got older, however, he started having health problems until it reached a point where I had to carry him up the stairs in the house. The humane thing was to finally put him down and end the pain. It didn’t feel very humane to me and I doubt I will ever forget that moment. It does raise the issue, however, of health problems and your pup.
German shepherds are tremendously popular. They are loyal, smart, beautiful and noble dogs. Unfortunately, they are also a
Five Tips to Keep Your Dog Food Fresh 2006-12-07 04:21:10
Some dogs are mainly not picky when it comes to the type of grub they eat, however you may find your dog turning his nose up at food that could have been rotting around in his bowl. It might be that his food has shown symptoms of being stale or full of moisture from sitting around for too long. The same food that made Fido’s tail wag when you poured it from the bag can lose their flavor and appeal since they have become old & damp. This is remarkably real if the house is full of moisture or if you make a habit of serving your pet aged food that’s been kept in the fridge too long.
Understand these five tips to help keep your pet’s food nice & tasty:
Useful innovations, such as the Scoop N Seal, help keep larger bags sealed tight as the bag reduces. Scoop N Seal is around at most pet stores.
Keeping your dog’s dry food out of the direct sunshine ought to help keep it fresh and thwart the oils that are in it from getting warm and going bad.
If you just Read more:Dog Food
Pregnancy Stages in Dogs 2006-12-07 13:33:11
Just like human females, your dog has a pregnancy schedule, and a uterine calendar that can pinpoint which pregnancy stage she is in according to her body’s symptoms.
In a dog’s first pregnancy stage, for example, when she is in the first two weeks of since copulation, the dog’s nipples start to enlarge. When you notice this phenomenon your dog should see a veterinarian, to determine if there is a pregnancy and if so what pregnancy stage she is in.
The veterinarian will be able to tell if puppies have been conceived just by feeling the dog’s stomach. Just as with human pregnancy tests, the dog’s pregnancy or lack of it can be verified through a blood test. Of course, the pregnancy stage for a canine is shorter than that of humans because dogs give birth only sixty three to sixty five days after conception.
Each pregnancy stage for a dog, therefore, is only about 21 days long as compared with a woman’s pregnancy trimester of three months. In the dog Read more:Pregnancy
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Children and Dogs - Dog Attacks, Why? 2006-12-08 05:01:41
There are hundreds of dog bites in the United States every year. I say with absolute confidence that a minimum of ninety-five percent of dog attacks or dog bites on people could easily be prevented or avoided. That includes all manner of dog attack, such as problems between children and dogs, as well as dogs chasing or charging someone.
Often people ask me: “Big numbers - Where is your proof?”
The proof is simple truth. Thousands of people in this country are dog owners, but very few are educated in the way to read dog body language, or how to stop a dog in attack mode. Very few dog owners understand dog instinctive behavior.
What usually happens when an adult and child are involved in a dog attack is something like this:
A mother (call her “Mary”) and elementary school child (call him “Joe”) are walking down the sidewalk. Out of nowhere looms a HUGE dog who really seems threatening. They follow the old school of “avoid eye contact and run - Read more:Children
Jagdterrier 2006-12-08 04:52:52
Jagdterrier is a type of working terrier, originating in Germany, that is used for hunting quarry both above and underground. This breed of terrier is also also called the German Hunt Terrier.Jagdterrieris black, with brown or reddish-tan marking on the muzzle and undercarriage that make it somewhat resemble a Dobermann. The breed standard calls for an animal that stands 33 to 40 cm (13 to 15.7 in) at the withers, with bitches weighing from 7.5 to 8.5 kg (16.5 to 18.7 lb), and males weighting from 9 to 10 kg (19.8 to 22 lb).
Jagdterriers were developed to be all around hunting dogs. Though often used for quarry that dens underground, especially badger, fox, and raccoon dog, Jadgterriers are also used to bust wild boar and rabbits out of thickets, and to blood track wounded animals, such as deer. Due to their intelligence and adaptability, Jagdterriers can make good pets, but it should be remembered that they are primarily a hunting dog with a strong prey drive.
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Harrier 2006-12-08 04:39:55
Harrier is similar to the English Foxhound, but smaller. They are one of the few truly medium-sized breeds of dogs. Harriers stand between 19 and 21 inches at the shoulder, and adults weigh between 45 and 60 lbs. They have short hair, hanging ears, and come in a variety of color patterns. A humorous, yet fairly accurate short-hand description of a Harrier is that of “a Beagle on steroids.” It is a muscular hunting hound with a short, hard coat. It has large bones for stamina and strength. The Harrier is slightly longer than tall, with a level topline. The tail is medium-length, carried high, but is not curled over the back. The skull is broad with a strong square muzzle. The rounded ears are pendant, and the eyes are either brown or hazel. The wide nose is black. The expression is mellow when the dog is relaxed and alert when he is excited. The teeth should meet in a scissors or level bite. The feet are tight and cat-like, and the front toes may turn inward.
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7 Dog Health Benefits from Leash Training Your Dog 2006-12-08 06:41:07
Everyone knows that dogs love to go for a walk, but did you know your dog receives 7 important health benefits every time you snap on the leash? These important health benefits make it worth your time to leash train your dog.
Since many of our dogs are just as overweight and out of shape as their owners, taking your dog for a walk will give him all the same fitness benefits that people get from a walking program. The fact that you care enough about your dog to want him to keep him healthy will keep you on your own exercise program, too.
In addition to the fitness benefits, walking can also improve moods, for both people and dogs. Walking causes your brain to produce more serotonin, a mood enhancing chemical. Walking also causes your brain to produce less cortisol, a stress hormone. When the brain chemicals are re-balanced this way, both you and your dog be calmer and less anxious and less stressed out.
In other words, walking regularly will make both you and your dog happier, healthi Read more:Health
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Free dog Ebook Download 2006-12-08 17:06:35
You can download free dog ebooks below, found this ebooks when googling and you can download it for free !!
1.Your new puppy (training, tips and fun )
You will need Adobe Reader to read “Your New Puppy.” Adobe Reader is free software that lets you read PDF files.
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DOWNLOAD Your new puppy ebook from www.favorite-puppy-names.com Read more:Download
Dog Vaccinations 2006-12-09 06:58:54
Dog owners must know this, that Vaccinating for your dog is an important to protect it as well others around it, including you and your family. Some vaccinations are a must, such as that for rabies, which is actually required by law, while others are not a necessity. It is important to vaccinate puppies as this is the time they are most vulnerable to contract the disease.
Reactions
Some animals have a systematic reaction to vaccinations such as temperature or muscle pains. You may notice that one or two days following the vaccine, your dog may eat less and sleep more. This is no cause to worry; it is just a non-permanent reaction to the shot. More serious reaction such as vomiting may occur. Giving your dog antihistamine can prevent such side effects.The component, which is the likely cause of such reactions, is known as Leptospirosis and this may actually be left out of some vaccines.
Shot requirements for puppies
A minimum of two multivalent vaccinations are rewuired for every dog Read more:Vaccinations
Hagen Living World Cat Spa 2006-12-09 06:50:55
Thanks to petgadgets, try find this Hagen LivingWorld
Cat Spa,A multitude of textures and activities will keep your cat interested for hours!
The perimeter flat surfaces feature accu-pressure pads that feel wonderful underneath a cat’s paws. The center surface is a Ripple Massager topped by a Gum Stimulator for healthy chewing. There are also three Body Stroke Groomers for self-grooming and massage.
A bag of loose catnip is included and can be used to fill the well beneath the Gum Stimulator or placed underneath the Body Stroke Groomers.
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More info About Siberian Cat 2006-12-10 07:06:27
This cat Known to be an exceptionally high jumper, the Siberian
is a strong and powerfully built cat, with well proportioned characteristics that include strong hindquarters and large stomachs. They typically weigh between 15-20 (6.8-9.1 kg) pounds for the males, or 10-15 pounds (4.5-6.8 kg) They are shorter and stockier than Maine Coon cats and Norwegian Forest Cats even though they can attain approximately the same weight. Also, Siberians typically attain their full growth more slowly, over their first 5 years.
This cat are generally intelligent, playful, affectionate and loyal, leading many to describe their character as dog like. Their fur is plush, can have a wide range of coloration (including points), and does not have a tendency to mat.
Dog worms 2006-12-10 06:58:59
This is very useful information about dog worms,
Worming is a common problems with dogs and has a number of unpleasant side effects such as a loss of weight, bloated stomach and diarrhoea. The most common roundworms around are the toxocara canis. Eliminating them is a must as they can be easily transmitted to children and, if left untreated over a long period of time, can lead to their blindness. As a result of this potential danger researchers have come up with a number of different solutions to help relieve your pet from worming.
Vets generally recommend that a dog's treatment for worms begins from the age of 2 weeks old. To be on the safe side vets further recommend that your puppy is actually treated when he is 2, 4, 6, 8, 16 and 24 weeks old. After this rigorous treatment, his adult routine of every 3-6 months may start. It is vital that a nursing bitch is treated at the same time as her puppies.
Treatment comes in different forms and it is up to you to decide which you find m
Dog Feeding habits and obesity 2006-12-10 10:14:10 Feeding
table scraps to a dog is generally not recommended, at least in excess. Dogs get ample correct nutrition from their natural, normal diet. Otherwise, just as in humans, their diet must consist of the appropriate mix of nutrients, carbohydrates, and proteins, with the appropriate mix to provide all of the minerals and vitamins that they need. A human diet is not ideal for a dog; wild dogs can usually get all the nutrients needed from a diet of whole prey and raw meat. The concept of a “balanced” diet for a carnivorous dog is not the same in an omnivorous human. In addition, the scraps often consist of fat rather than meat protein, which is no better for dogs than it is for humans. Lastly, many people overfeed their dogs by giving them all the table scraps that the dogs will eat—which is usually all the table scraps they are fed, which is often too much food.
The result of too much food is obesity
, an increasingly common problem in dogs, which can cause numerous he Read more:habits
Do Your Dogs Snore 2006-12-11 04:47:05
Do Your Dogs Snore
? I have two dogs, two male who are best friends Rich and Charu. We had the Rich about a year before we got the Charu, and have now had the two of them together for a year.
BOTH of my dogs have taken up snoring!! My male American Pit Bull Terrier (Rich) snorts (like a pig), snores (like a drunken old man), snores louder than a human would. Charu (a real tomboy), the puppy Puggle, snores quite loudly when he sleeps on his back. When I first heard Rich snore I was so amazed I woke he up with my laughing. It took me about 2 weeks to get used to hearing such a sweet little baby snore so loud! This is the funniest thing I’ve ever…
When I first noticed this, I got terribly paranoid and took Rich to the Veterinarian to check for all kinds of respiratory related illnesses. For weeks I would wake up in the middle in the night to make sure he was breathing ok etc. Well, it turned out there was absolutely nothing wrong with he. I paid a big bucks just for my piece
Why Is My Dog Barking? 2006-12-11 04:43:34
Why Is My Dog Barking
?
by Tom Selwyn
When we communicate with the world we open our mouths and speak, either verbally or through body language. Our canine friends do exactly the same thing but they bark instead of speak. Dogs bark for a variety of reasons. If you want to solve or stop a barking problem you need to understand why he or she has developed this behavioural problem.
Here are 2 reasons why your dog may be barking;
“WOOF” Mummy or Daddy I’m bored
“How can my dog be bored, he’s got toys, a huge backyard. He can’t be bored” As we know there are hundreds of different breeds of dogs all around the world and each one bred to fulfill a specific role in our society.
Some of these roles include guarding, hunting, working dogs or purely as faithful companions for humans. Many of us today lead very busy lives so our dogs very rarely have the opportunity to display there talents. Dogs that were bred to work on the land are happiest when they h
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