A Pregnant Stray Cat Adopted You – And Now What? 2008-03-23 10:54:31 It happens all too often. A family or cat friend gets adopted by a stray cat. And after a few weeks it turns out she’s pregnant.In the US alone there must be millions of sweet but homeless cats. And many of them get pregnant several times a year. Nobody really knows why, but pregnant strays often adopt a family instead of the other way round. Maybe they search for support or a good and warm home for their kittens. Now, perhaps you don’t have the space or time for a cat family. Or there’s another reason that makes it difficult to have these kittens. But you don’t want to throw this stray out. She’s expecting babies, isn’t she?!Now what can you do?You could take her to an animal shelter. That’s not always a good idea. Don’t get me wrong: I value the work of animal shelters. I Read more:Stray
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A Horse Training Secret From The 1800's To Teach A Horse To 2008-03-23 10:24:21 Horse owners who are history buffs may recognize the name Jesse Beery. Beery was an enormously famous horse trainer from the 1800's and early 1900's. He learned to train horses at a very young age. It was clear he had a gift for horse training and made it his life's work. Among the almost countless things Beery could do with a horse, he taught them tricks. One of the most amazing tricks he taught was teaching a horse to drive without lines. (In layman's terms, you have no long reins (known as lines) connected to the horse. The only connection to the horse is the buggy hitched to the horse) This trick almost defies belief! Beery said this about driving a horse without lines: "While I do not advocate it as being a universally practical way of driving a horse, yet it is possible to so thoroug Read more:Horse
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Questions and Answers About Dogs 2008-03-23 10:22:01 from David the DogmanThe ten worst excuses not to spay or neuter a pet are: Just one litter and then we'll have Fluffy spayed. (Studies show that virtually the entire pet overpopulation stems from the "just one litter mentality.) My dog doesn't run loose, so he doesn't need to be fixed. (Murphy's Law says otherwise.) We always find homes for the kittens. (And that means that an equal number of kittens at the pound will be killed.) I want the children to witness the miracle of birth. (Rent a video.) My dog is so cute and unique, there should be more of her. (The shelters and pounds are full of cute and unique dogs, most with only a few days to live.) It's not natural. (There hasn't been anything "natural" about dogs since we began to develop bre
A Guide To Dog Training Collars 2008-03-23 10:18:09 As more breeds of dogs are domesticated, the number of available dog training collars are also steadily increasing. Sometimes, it is so hard to keep up on what dog collars to use for your dogs.Let me guide you through the maze of Dog training collars. Let us take a look at each of the available collars we can have for our dogs.First, there is the buckle collar. The buckle collar is really like a buckle that we use for our trousers. Buckle collars have buckle fasteners too to secure it over the dog’s neck. The buckle collars for dogs come in different varieties. There are buckle collars that are flat, rolled, made in nylon, or made in leather. The most preferred buckle collars of owners are the ones made in nylon. They are easier to clean, don’t shrink and they come in different Read more:Training
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A Good Tip For Dogs With Itchy Skin 2008-03-23 10:16:59 Now that summer is in full swing, many dogs are experiencing dry skin and excessive itchiness. I know that my dog, "Forbes," certainly has been! Of course, the first thing you'll want to rule out is fleas. But barring fleas, I've found that the best way to alleviate itching is to:Splash approximately 2 Tablespoons of either vegetable oil or canola oil in your dog's food.The additional fat will give your dog's coat a soft, shiny look and will help alleviate dry skin and itching.You can also try an over-the-counter product you can get at most pet stores called, "Lipiderm," which works pretty much the same, but costs a bit more.Something else you might try: One of my newsletter subscribers writes, "Best thing for itchy skin is lemons. Slice a couple of lemons in a litre of water and boil it. Read more:Itchy
A funny true life dog story 2008-03-23 10:15:29 This is the story
of my dog called Shandy. He was my favourite pet and he was very lively, lots of fun and very obedient. His main passion in life was to be taken for a long walk, culminating with a big run out in his favourite park.I would try to take him on this walk everyday, weather permitting. The park itself was about three miles away from our house. To reach the park we had to cross a number of busy roads, however he would never pull or misbehave. He knew where we were heading and seemingly did not want to rock the boat and risk been taken home before he reached his dream destination.At the park itself I would throw a ball and he would chase it and fetch it back to me.At this stage I was living at home with my parents, however aged twenty two, I decided to rent my own bungalow near
A Fundamental Dog Training Concept You Must Understand For S 2008-03-23 10:09:24 I moved into a new house about 14 days ago.The funny thing about this house is that--when you walk into the master bathroom, the light switch is on the left side, opposite of where the sink is.Well, practically every other house I've ever lived in has always had the light switch on the right side--or at least on the same side as the sink.And I'll be a monkey's uncle if EVERY SINGLE TIME I've walked into that bathroom, my hand doesn't instinctively reach to the right to turn the light switch on. Even after 14 days, my prior conditioning has been so engrained that when I consciously try to remember which side the light switch is on… my hand still shoot out to the right, instead of the left.This is the exact same type of conditioning we aim for when training our dogs. And this is why I advi Read more:Training
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A Dog Name is Something To Be Chosen Carefully 2008-03-23 10:08:21 How important is a dog name? Well let's think about this.How often do you call your dog? Who will hear your dog's name? Will you be writing to anyone about this dog?Now that you think about the times you'll use the name, maybe you should put some thought into what that dog name is.I mean, if you have a Great Dane who weighs 120 lbs, you might not want to call him something like Baby or Tiny. Or you might... it's a personal thing. Personally, Tiny would be hilarious to me.I can just imagine calling, "Tiny, come here boy!" While a neighbor is watching and for the first time sees this "Tiny." Now that could be an interesting look to receive!Maybe you have a dog that has a bit of a fiesty side nd you think it's a good idea to call him "Killer." Maybe you weren't thinking about the little old l
A Dog Day Care Franchise - Is it really worth it? 2008-03-23 10:02:20 When you take into account that there are over 68,000,000 dogs in the United States alone, you can see why many people consider taking advantage of a dog day care franchise.However, before you even think about a dog day care franchise, please do a self evaluation and make sure you are doing it for the right reasons.A dog day care franchise is a tremendous responsibility. It requires a lot of time, a lot of effort, and a lot of resources.Now, please understand that I am not implying that a dog day care franchise is not a wise choice for you. I am only trying to help provide you with some useful dog day care franchise information.Here are some general questions to ask yourself before starting a dog day care franchise:- Do I really love dogs enough to start a dog day care franchise?Yes, I rea
A Dog Day Care business can be a lot of fun! 2008-03-23 09:54:49 If you love dogs and you enjoy making money then a dog day care business may be a very good fit for you!Let me ask you a question, "Can you imagine starting your very own dog day care business?" If you asked yourself that question and still aren't sure, let me give you a bit of dog day care business advice....First, make sure that you truly love dogs. Second, study your area and see if there is a large dog population. Finally, get some legal advice.You see, if you love and care for the dogs that you keep, the chances of your dog day care business being a huge success is much better than if you are just starting a dog day care business for the money.Now the reason that I mentioned studying your area to make sure there are plenty of dogs is simple, no dogs equals no money for your dog day ca
A Brief History Of Seeing Eye Dogs 2008-03-23 09:51:17 No one knows when the concept of using assistance animals for the blind first came into being. It is suggested that dogs have been used in such a capacity in various cultures for a very long time. It is known, however, that there was no formal guide dog program in existence until after the First World War.Why German Shepherds?Many people have probably wondered why guide dogs and Seeing
Eye dogs are so often German Shepherds. The reason is actually twofold. First of all the German Shepherd has a strong sense of loyalty to its owner, giving it a natural tendency to be protective. Having a very protective dog as a companion is an obvious asset for someone who may otherwise be easily attacked by less then scrupulous individuals. The other reason is far simpler; the first guide dogs for the bli Read more:Brief
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A Beginner's Guide to Lovebirds 2008-03-23 09:49:36 he fascinating behavior of Lovebirds make them among the most interesting pet bird.Lovebirds are so named from the way they sit close to eachother, not because they are in love with each other. Lovebirdscan and do mate for life, but it doesn't happen every time.Lovebirds are social birds and should be kept in pairs.They are very active and curious birds and can even be quiteaggressive at times. They can chatter all day long with asometimes very shrill sound.Lovebirds are native to Africa and a few nearby islands. Intheir native habitat, they are found usually in small flocksof 10 to 20 pairs. Lovebirds are of the class Aves, the genus Agapornis andmembers of the Psittaciformes, or family of parrots.Agapornis comes from the Greek words: Agape meaning love,and ornis meaning bird.Lovebirds ty Read more:Guide
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7 Tips To Keep Your Pet Safe On Halloween 2008-03-23 09:45:50 Children aren't the only ones who should be closely monitored on Halloween
. The holiday can be a scary and dangerous time for your pet as well.By following some simple tips you can keep your pet safe and comfortable without infringing on the family fun:1. Don't put costumes on your pets unless they are used to it. Wearing clothing can make pets uncomfortable and even sick.2. Candy is for humans and not for their furry friends.3. Chocolate is toxic to animals. It can make them very sick.Make sure that the "after Halloween" candy is put away so your pet can’t get it--especially the chocolate. We hear from owners every year of pets they had to take to the emergency room because they managed to find the candy and eat it. Give them a pet treat instead. 4. If you know or suspect your pet has e
7 Simple ways to safe Guard your dog this summer! 2008-03-23 09:40:34 If you have a hard time in summer imagine how it must feel under a fur coat! here are some simple tips to help your dog beat the heat.1) Bob The Hair:If you have a shaggy dog like a pomeranian, Pekinese or any such variation then listen up. Your dog needs a hair cut. Tha hair should be cut with scissors and not shaved. Do not cut around the whiskers but you can carefully trim around the eyes.The less hair on your dog the cooler he will keep. If you have a short haired dog no need for a trim.2) Play it cool: Food can be lighter and given before it gets hot in the morning and after it cools down in the evening.Depending on the dogs normal diet, reduce or entirely eliminate meat. Replace with soya, mashed or cooked with meat flavour. When a dog is panting give ice to lick.3) walk on the mild Read more:Simple
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6 Simple Tips To Help Potty Train Your Puppy 2008-03-23 09:28:04 Potty training also known as toilet or house training is the art of teaching your puppy where you want him to relieve himself. Sound simple! Not exactly, at least to me and many dog owners out there. Potty training my puppy gives me the most problems and headaches when I start to house train my first puppy years ago. It seems that my puppy is always either in the wrong place at the right time, or the right place at the wrong time! Nevertheless, over the years, after much experiments and reading up, I’ve manage to come out with 6 simple tips to help potty train your dog. 1. Try to feed your puppy on a regular schedule and remove his water supply before bed time. His potty timing would be more predictable and consistent. 2. Puppy
usually instinctively wants to relieve itself after feeding, Read more:Simple
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5 Ways Your Dog Senses The World Differently From You 2008-03-23 07:36:56 Do dogs sense things differently than humans do? Well, yes and no. Dogs share the same basic senses with us: they see, hear, touch, smell and taste. But the level of their senses is different – an important distinction when you’re trying to figure out just what your dog is doing.SightIt was once thought that dogs were “color-blind” – only able to see shades of black and white with some grey, but scientific studies have found that’s not true. Dogs can see in color – ranging from blues and greens to greys and crèmes, and of course, black and white. It’s been estimated that humans can distinguish somewhere between 7 and 10 million different colors. (We don’t even have names for that many colors!)Picture courtesy of Dr. P’s site: dogs have it all over humans in detecting Read more:Senses
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5 Tips To Selecting A Great Dog Gift 2008-03-21 12:49:30 You can have lots of fun selecting a dog gift for someone who absolutely adores dogs. And you’ll be happy to know that no matter what size budget your working with there are lots and lots of wonderful gift ideas to choose from.In fact you may have so many great choices that you could easily become overwhelmed.So let’s start by learning how to narrow down the flood of choices a bit. Narrowing the choices to match the gift to the person will get you well on your way to selecting that perfect dog gift.Tip #1 – Determine How Much You’re Going To SpendDeciding how much you’re going to spend on your dog gift is definitely going to narrow your choices.But this is a good thing . . . because wonderful dog gifts are available in almost any price range.And by narrowing your options based on Read more:Great
5 Tips For Feeding A Happy, Healthy Dog 2008-03-21 12:42:24 5 Tips For Feeding
A Happy
, Healthy Dogby Mark Eckenrode Do you really know all there is to know about your canine companion’s nutritional needs? Many pet owners think they’re doing what’s best for their dogs when it comes to food, but in reality they rely on pure instinct more than science. Nutrition isn’t a guessing game, even when it comes to your pooch. Think about it – if you were left to feed yourself based only on what you craved and had no knowledge of what your body needs to function, would you be eating 5 servings of fruit and veggies or would you head straight for the Ding Dong case at the market? 1. Cover all of the bases.A dog’s diet can be as complex as any human’s (including yours!), and it’s absolutely essential that you, as an owner, hit all of the vital nu
5 Tips For Choosing the Best Vet For Your Dog 2008-03-21 12:40:53 If you haven’t already found one, or worked with one in the past, you need to find a vet. Pick one you feel comfortable with, and who answers your questions in full, completely and gives you answers you can understand. You don’t need a vet who talks down to you, or acts like you’re too dumb to understand what they’re saying!Find a vet, if possible, who specializes in small animals (as opposed to one who treats large and small – like horses, cows, cats and dogs.) Your community may only have vets that do a little bit of everything – and there’s nothing wrong with that, if that’s all that’s available, but I’ll remind you – you usually go to a specialist for your health issues, don’t you?If you’re new in the community, or haven’t needed a vet before – word of mou
5 Surefire Ways to Show Your Dog You’re The Boss 2008-03-21 12:39:00 Do you have problems at your house with who’s in charge? By that I mean, does your dog think he’s the boss? In your effort to form a stronger bond with your dog you may have inadvertently told him he’s the Leader of the Pack. Here are 5 simple and effective ways to correct that.You Must Be The Alpha DogFirst, let’s take a look at what a “pack mentality” means. Dogs are born into packs – in the wild, packs are the essential social order. Unlike humans, who use a variety of political processes to determine leadership and rank, dogs sort out their social order by dominance and power. In a wolf pack, there is a Top Dog – a clear leader who is the dominant, Alpha male. He’s the Big Dog, with pride of place at the dinner table (well, if wolves had a dinner table!), first in mat Read more:Surefire
4 Ways In Which You Can Show Your Dog How Much You Love Him 2008-03-21 12:08:48 4 Ways In Which You Can Show Your Dog How Much You Love Himby Mark Eckenrode Do you have at least one framed photo of your dog somewhere in your house... or maybe in your wallet? Is your dog pretty darn close to being the very center of your universe? Do you love spoiling him, respond to his every whimper and cry, and spend hundreds of dollars on gourmet treats? To say that dogs are man's best friend is anything but a cliché. You might be the most miserable person in the world without a friend to your name... but your dog will treat you like royalty every time you walk through the door. So how do you repay that unconditional love and devotion? There are hundreds of different ways!1. Spoil him rotten.A lot of people spend a lot of money at chic pet boutiques, dressing their dogs in hundred
4 Things Frustrated Dog Owners Should Know 2008-03-21 12:07:53 4 Things Frustrated
Dog Owners
Should Knowby Mark Eckenrode You’ve probably had a day or two when you felt like your dog just wasn’t paying any attention to you at all, right? You talked, you yelled, you shouted, maybe you jumped up and down and waved your arms, but she just wasn’t interested in anything you had to say to her in any tone of voice. You’re not alone. 1. Your dog isn’t human.Unless you believe in pet psychics, there’s really no way for you to read your pooch’s mind and figure out exactly what she’s thinking. The good news is that, like many dog owners, the problems you’re having can probably be traced to one simple thing: you’re trying to communicate with your dog from a human standpoint, and your dog isn’t a human. Sure, you know that, but lots of human
3 Tips For Dealing With Dog Emergencies 2008-03-21 12:06:45 Have you ever thought about what you need to do should your dog - or another dog - ever suffer a serious, life-threatening injury? What if they have a severe allergy to an insect bite or a bee sting? It's great to know your vet's phone number, but what if something happens during off hours? What if you don't know where the closest emergency animal clinic is located?Augh! Enough with the questions already, right? Any emergency is stressful and scary, and one involving that furry little four-legged member of your family is no exception. The toughest of owners can be instantly reduced to helpless balls of mush if something's wrong with their dogs and they can't figure out what to do.1. Preparation is key.The key to getting through a veterinary emergency is preparation. You may think you have
We all want what is best for our pet 2008-03-21 12:02:32 We all want what is best for our pet. Yet sometimes because of your hectic schedules, we tend to put our dog’s care at the bottom of the list or it just becomes a habit of chores we perform every day without giving it much thought. We stumble out of bed in the morning, let the dog out, fill the water bowl, dump some food in the dish and go on with our daily routine. Let’s face it this can get very boring for you and especially for your dog.In order to maintain your dog’s health there are really only three simple steps you need to follow:1.A good diet2.Plenty of fresh water3.ExerciseA good diet is essential to your dog’s health. Be careful what you buy! Read the ingredients label not just the name of the dog food. An all natural dog food is what you should be looking for, not one th
Did you know that more than one millionnorth americans will be bitten by dogsthis year, and about one million dog biteswill go unreported. 2008-03-21 12:01:30 Did you know that more than one million
north americans will be bitten
by dogsthis year, and about one million
dog biteswill go unreported.Its sad but most of the victims will be children.These dog bites will come from animals knownto them. Unleashed dogs will account for mostof the bites inflicted.What Makes Dogs Bite Not being educated and pet owners not beingcommitted on training their pet is what leadsto most of these dog bites. We must realizethat dogs don't normally become a part of ourfamilies already trained. Why Then Do Dogs Bite?1.They will bite if scared, angry, or threatened.Even a dog thats friendly will bite. 2.If he feels he's cornered or crowded.3.They will protect what they think belongs to them.Like their food, toys.4.Dogs will protect their space such as sleeping area,yar
No title 2008-03-25 08:38:28 American Bulldog Complete ProfileKey Facts:Size: LargeHeight: 48 - 71 cm (19 - 28 inches)Weight: 30 - 58 kg (65 - 130 lb)Life Span: 12 yearsGrooming: MinimalExercise: DemandingFeeding: MediumTemperament: Fearless & confidentCountry of Origin: United StatesAKC Group: Not registeredOther Names: Old Country BulldogTemperament: The American Bulldog is confident, gentle, fearless, determined and protective. American Bulldogs should not be overly aggressive with other dogs depsite their self-confidence and bravery. These dogs genuinely love children and have strong protective instincts towards their handler and family. To prevent American Bulldogs from becoming overly protective or dominant they need to be socialized with a variety of animals, people and situations during puppyhood. They tend to
Cat Scratching Solutions 2008-03-25 21:01:49 For a cat, scratching is a natural, necessary act. Besides keeping her claws in top shape, the stretching involved in a good scratch keeps her upper body strong and loose. Also, every time a cat scratches a surface, scent glands between her toes leave her signature smell for others to find. In this way, she marks her territory, even if that happens to be in your living room.Just because a cat must scratch doesn't mean she must destroy your furniture. Redirecting a cat's scratching to an appropriate object simply requires patience, flexibiity and time. To keep your cat from grooming her claws on your couch, you must give her some furniture of her own.Scratching
posts come in a wide variety of sizes and textures. If your cat doesn't use the scratching post you have purchased, observe what sh
Cat Lover's Gift Basket 2008-03-25 21:00:12 Speaking as a quintessential cat lover, receiving a "Cat Lover's Gift Basket
" is second only to receiving an actual cat! Next time you're shopping for someone who is as wild about cats as you and I are, consider the following suggestions. You'll all be happy, including the feline of the group. First of all, decide upon your "Basket". It can either be a medium-sized wicker basket (cats love to nestle inside of them) or it could be a fairly deep cat bed. Inside, on the bottom, lay out sheets of colorful tissue paper, or even a pretty baby blanket. Following are some ideas for treats to fill the basket or bed. Customize the list appropiately for the lucky person who is receiving the present. -A CD of light jazz that he/she and their feline friend will enjoy listening to together. Cats love ja Read more:Gift Basket
Dog and Cat Allergies 2008-03-25 20:57:15 from David the DogmanThe ten worst excuses not to spay or neuter a pet are: Just one litter and then we'll have Fluffy spayed. (Studies show that virtually the entire pet overpopulation stems from the "just one litter mentality.) My dog doesn't run loose, so he doesn't need to be fixed. (Murphy's Law says otherwise.) We always find homes for the kittens. (And that means that an equal number of kittens at the pound will be killed.) I want the children to witness the miracle of birth. (Rent a video.) My dog is so cute and unique, there should be more of her. (The shelters and pounds are full of cute and unique dogs, most with only a few days to live.) It's not natural. (There hasn't been anything "natural" about dogs since we began to develop bre Read more:Allergies
How To Prevent Cat Urine Odor Damage In Rental Property 2008-03-25 20:54:36 Feline owners who are renters can face challenges every time they move from one rental to another. Their cat may have the best cat litter box habits in the world, but if the new apartment has cat urine damage from the previous tenant, the cycle could be repeated. If your kitty smells the cat urine from the previous pet, she may take this as permission to use that spot for her cat litter box needs.There are things that you, the feline owner and renter can do to prevent this. Not only do you help keep your cat honest in her litter box habits, but this also saves the rental residence from further damage.When applying for the new rental property, ask the property manager or landlord about previous tenants' pets. If she indicates the apartment has sheltered cats, ask if the departing resident p Read more:Damage
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