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<< previous page 1 2 next page>> written by David Poh Trimming your dog toenails is a very important part of the dog grooming process and also for his welfare. You can learn to do it easily by just following a few steps otherwise you should pay for a dog groomer to do it. written by Cristian Stan Your life can be enhanced a lot by owning a pet, but you will have to give them as much attention as you would with a human being. One aspect of that care is the kind of food you give them to eat. Some people give their pets regular food that is meant for humans. Other will only give their pets special food. In this article we will talk about the kind of food that you need to give cats, dogs or rabbits. written by Mike Cole Your dog’s bed should provide adequate body support. Make sure that materials are hypoallergenic and that no toxic elements were used in the manufacturing of the bed. A pain relief product for your dog is your “first aid” chest. You want a stripping comb that will cover large areas of hair to quickly remove loose and falling hair especially if your dog has a thick undercoat. written by Mike Cole That added precaution during the cold winter months will prevent any last minute problems that could spoil the Christmas holidays. To ensure your pet is healthy for the winter season, check for hypothermia if they have spent an extended period of time outdoors in cold weather, or even if they are indoors in a cold house. People get so busy and excited during the holidays that they overlook some safety factors. written by Brian Jenkins Your pet is an important member of your family. Keeping him or her healthy will give them a longer life. Pets have health care needs that are in many ways much like that of humans. Many pet medicines can be used as preventatives to ward off the development of health problems in your pets. Did you know that regularly bathing and grooming your pet is an important part of helping them to stay strong and healthy? written by Jeremy Foster Foster Key grooming products like shampoos are often overlooked by dog owners. Just because the label says "dog shampoo", they grab it off the shelf not knowing whether it is a shampoo that satisfies their dog’s particular grooming requirements. written by Jeremy Foster Foster Most pet owners understand how to take proper care of their pet. Many basic grooming procedures consist of brushing, bathing, and getting their hair cut. Some, however, overlook one of the most important tasks in keeping your pet well groomed. This part involves nothing more than keeping your pet's nails neatly trimmed. written by Stephanie Larkin Larkin Taking care of a dog or cat involves more than providing food, shelter, love and affection. Pets also have grooming needs that are paramount for helping them maintain both their looks and their health. One area that pet owners tend to overlook involves nail trimming. This is not something that requires a trip to the groomer. If you want to do it at home, rest assured, you can. written by Stephanie Larkin Larkin Do you hear a click-click-clicking when your pet is trotting down the hallway toward you? If so, your little - or not so little - pet is in serious need of a nail trimming. Many pet owners don't realize the importance of regular nail trimming to their pBenefits Of Trimming Pet's Nailstant it is to keep your dog, cat or other pet's nails carefully trimmed. written by Stephanie Larkin Summer brings sunshine, fresh air and lots of opportunities for your pet to get out and enjoy the weather at your side. Unfortunately, summer fun for your pets also brings increased hazards to their health and safety. Before you take to the great outdoors with your furry (or unfurry) friends, be sure to make yourself aware of common pests, illnesses and hazards that become a danger in the warmer months. written by David Poh If your dog has long and drooping ears, the chances of getting some form of ear infection are higher than other dogs. You need to know how to spot it and take the appropriate actions to care for your dog. written by Neelima Reddy Humming birds are the pets, which are not are kept in a cage or locked in your place and adore it. Therefore, if you want to attract humming birds to your garden, then it is important for you to maintain a garden full of flowers, particularly red color flowers and bird feeder. written by Craig Elliott Elliott The canine liver is a vitally important organ, one which is involved in practically all biochemical processes and physiological pathways. As a result, when one of the many possible forms of dog liver disease arises, the consequences can be numerous and severe. written by Craig Elliott Elliott As pet owners, one of the most frequent problems we have to deal with is diarrhea, especially with dogs. While dog diarrhea is not an illness in itself, it's a symptom of another underlying problem. written by Craig Elliott Elliott Unfortunately, as dog's age, their risk of developing health problems increases. There are several different medical conditions and diseases which affect middle aged and elderly dog far more than young dogs, one of which is dog Cushing's disease. written by John Williams What causes dog diarrhea and how to combat it in the best way. written by Scott Tibbs Potty training your dog or puppy is a vital first step in dog management, and is probably the most important step in your relationship with your dog. Nobody wants a dog that stinks up the house, so if your plans include winding up with a dog that can do tricks, or just be your best friend ever, then potty training is the first step, so let’s get started. written by John Edwards 0 to 7 Weeks: This is a period when the environment opens up for a puppy. His eyes and ears are excited to experience the sights and sounds of the world around him. This is a strong socialization period as a bond grows between his litter mates and mother. These bonds lead to a healthy, well-adjusted temperament. written by John Edwards As any reputable trainer or dog training book will tell you, canine learning is based largely on repetition. When a behavior is repeated enough times, dogs develop habits, or conditioned responses. written by John Edwards One thing that all dogs have in common is a desire to please their owners. Unfortunately, an interspecies language barrier makes it difficult to get the point across. Training lets you overcome this barrier. It establishes a means of communication between you and your dog that's bound to brighten your relationship. written by John Edwards Dogs can be trained to be a dangerous threat and they can be trained to bark bite and attack. Some breeds adapt more readily to such training than others, but all dogs with vocal chords and teeth have the potential for threatening behavior. written by John Edwards Some puppies get carsick just the same as many small children do. If you depend on a car for most of your transportation, you will want to help your puppy overcome carsickness as quickly and easily as possible. You can do a number of things to help your puppy avoid or overcome carsickness. written by John Edwards Training your dog is an important part of responsible pet ownership. While common puppy behavior problems and housebreaking are discussed in many books and publications, here we'll discuss your options for basic obedience training and whether you want train your dog yourself or hire a trainer. written by John Edwards If you have a dog that has a bad habit of snapping at people, especially children, then you should first understand what this behavior means and why your dog may be doing it. Snapping is usually thought of as being a signal that dogs use to drive other dogs or people away, without biting them or inflicting serious injury. written by Andy Machin You love your dog - who doesn't. But if you dog does have a spot of flatulence you'll know it can be embarrasing as well as rather smelly! written by John Edwards One of the first dog training protocol you will want to initiate when you get a new puppy is to teach him to inhibit the force of his play-bites. It is not necessary to reprimand the pup, and certainly physical punishments are not called for. But it is essential to let your puppy know that bites can hurt. A simple "Ouch!" is usually sufficient. When the puppy backs off, take a short time-out to "lick your wounds," instruct your pup to come, sit, and lie down to apologize and make up. Then resume playing. written by John Edwards Once your puppy has been taught to mouth gently, it is then time to reduce the frequency of mouthing. Your pup must learn that mouthing is okay, but she must stop when requested. Why? Because it is inconvenient to drink a cup of tea or to answer the telephone with fifty pounds of wriggling pup dangling from your wrist. That's why! written by John Edwards Heart failure in dogs occur when any kind of heart disease becomes so severe that a dog's heart is unable to circulate enough blood to meet all the needs of his body tissues. As a result of associated blood-pressure abnormalities, fluid may begin to pool in some of his tissues, and the blood supply decreases to those body tissues that are furthest away from the heart. written by John Edwards A matron's early hormonal changes can upset the dog and her owner. She may periodically appear uneasy and restless, or demonstrate other minor personality changes. Your dog's demonstrated behaviors in response to hormonal changes are affected by and dependent upon your attitude toward her. written by John Edwards Twenty percent of dog bites occur when a family member reaches to grab the dog by the scruff or collar. One doesn't need to be a rocket scientist to figure this out. Obviously, the dog has learned that when people grab him by the collar bad things often happen. << previous page 1 2 next page>> |