| 191 | More Issues with Food and Family Pets Preview: Recently, I went back to discussing food issues in some detail. It is important to understand that we do have ways of helping out pets not only with their diets, but with preventing things from happening long term. Obesity in Pets and Ways to Deal with It We have discussed this before. Obesity is an issue for both humans and pets when talking a... (more) Published By: JR Rogers Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 192 | An Amazing Statistic Preview: No Symptoms but Trouble on the Horizon I was reading a book the other day about hip dysplasia in dogs. Before going further, I should add that this applies to cats as well. The article was written by a veterinarian and it had something very important to say about this painful condition. An incredible 65-70% of young puppies display hip dysplasi... (more) Published By: JR Rogers Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 193 | What is the largest breed of dog in the world. The Old English Mastiff Preview: The Old English Mastiff is the LARGEST breed of dog in the world . .They can weigh anywhere from 110 pounds to the 343 pounds. Zorba,an English mastuff ,held the world record of the world's largest dog. Most Mastiff males weigh around 160-230 pounds and females around 120-190 pounds. The hight of a mastiff can range from 26 inches at the shoulder ... (more) Published By: Sharon Medforth Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 194 | The Story of O(scar) Preview: The Story of O (scar) I don't really know his name. I felt an intense need to give him one, though, so I named him Oscar. In my head, anyway. I never got to call him that, at least while he was alive. My mind often wanders to thoughts of him in those small moments of the day that creep up on me - those tiny moments when my mind isn't really focus... (more) Published By: M. Nikole Hunn Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 195 | Move Over, Doggie Bag Preview: Pets and pet lovers alike will enjoy a dog gift basket. It's a truly unique gift that lets someone know that you understand how special their dog is to them. Your own furry friend will be delighted with the treats and toys, too. Dog gift baskets come in a variety of sizes and price ranges. Baskets just for pets include treats and toys, and may a... (more) Published By: Bob Bassett Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 196 | Feline Obesity Preview: Does your cat polish your floor with his stomach as he walks? Is his food bowl bigger than your head? Do you grunt when you try to pick him up? Does he bounce when he lands on the floor? Do you spend more on his food bill than your own? People see fat cats as subjects of humor. They make cartoons with cute captions, manipulate photos into amusing... (more) Published By: M. Nikole Hunn Submitted: 06 June,2005 |
| 197 | Is Your House Killing Your Dog? Preview: You love your dog. You would do anything for your dog. Well your home may not be the best place for your dog to live a long and happy life. Just like parents often put poisonous things into a baby’s room (like new wallpaper and plastic toys) and wonder why the baby is sick, people often expose their dog to things that will kill them and wonde... (more) Published By: Dr GW Graham Submitted: 07 June,2005 |
| 198 | Clipping Your Birds Wings Preview: Clipping a pet birds wings is a common grooming procedure and is necessary for training as well as for your pets safety. You might feel like you are being mean to the bird, but the fact is that it does not hurt the bird and can help to keep him from flying out of an open window or door and becoming lost. Most pet birds would not be able to survive... (more) Published By: Lee Dobbins Submitted: 07 June,2005 |
| 199 | The importance of a plan when building a reptile cage Preview: Would you put together a model plane without look at the finished plane or looking at the plans? Does a builder build a house without a plan? The answer to these is pretty clearly no. A homemade snake or other reptile cage is so much simpler though, you say. I can just put it together as I go. Not so, my young apprentice. There are many pitfall... (more) Published By: Mark Chapple Submitted: 07 June,2005 |
| 200 | The Fun of Do It Yourself Snake and other Reptile Cages Preview: Are you nuts? You think banging your finger with a hammer is fun? No, I don’t. But building your own snake and other reptile cages can be a fun and rewarding experience. Before you even start, it is important to spend some time planning your reptile enclosure and carefully examining at how other cages are manufactured. Check out all of the parts,... (more) Published By: Mark Chapple Submitted: 07 June,2005 |
| 201 | How To Protect Your Pets From Fleas And Ticks Preview: Fleas are wingless, blood-sucking insects that feed on dog, cats, humans and other species. There are many different types of flea each one specific to the animal that it lives on. The most frequent fleas found in the home are the cat flea and dog flea. THE FLEA PROBLEM Fleas and ticks are responsible for a number of diseases in pets and people... (more) Published By: Bridget Mwape Submitted: 07 June,2005 |
| 202 | How To Maintain Your Love Affair ... With Your Dog Part One - Training Preview: How to Maintain Your Love Affair with Your Dog - Training Tips for a Happy and Healthy Relationship with Your Canine Companion © 2004-2005 by Peggie Arvidson-Dailey When I first laid eyes on my little ball of black fluff at an adoption fair, I knew there was no turning back. My husband and I had been looking for just the right dog for months, and... (more) Published By: Peggie Arvidson-Dailey Submitted: 08 June,2005 |
| 203 | How Picky Can Your Cat Really Be? Preview: Most of pet owners know that their much loved four-legged members of the family come with a lot of personality and unique, sometimes almost human-like behavior. For instance, my cat would act as a peacemaker when she smells the human fight. If I become angry and start raising my voice during the conversation with someone, she would just jump on my... (more) Published By: Julia Imaeva Submitted: 08 June,2005 |
| 204 | How to Crate Train Your Puppy Preview: One of the most difficult hurdles that any new puppy owner faces is housebreaking or as it is sometimes also referred to; potty training or doing business. Although there is no tactic that comes with a 100% guarantee, one of the most successful methods is crate training. Crate training can drastically reduce the amount of stress on the owner and t... (more) Published By: Cass Hope Submitted: 08 June,2005 |
| 205 | If You Want to Send a Sympathy Gift For the Loss of a Pet, Here Are Some Suggestions Preview: If a friend of family member has just lost a pet, it’s natural to want to send them a sympathy gift. The hard part isn’t pulling out your credit card to buy though – it’s deciding what to send. It’s a sensitive time and you don’t want to upset someone who’s close to you. That’s why we’re here. We’ve been on both sides of this terrible time and can... (more) Published By: Tara Pearce Submitted: 09 June,2005 |
| 206 | Unique Cat Urns Aren't That Difficult to Find Preview: Are you looking for an urn for your cat’s cremains? Perhaps something a little more unique than simply a wooden box is what you want. If so, we can help. We’ve done lots of research all over the internet to find the nicest and most unique cat urns on the market today. This article will describe a few that we’ve found to give you an idea of what’s ... (more) Published By: Tara Pearce Submitted: 09 June,2005 |
| 207 | Pet Friendly Travel – 10 Tips for Hassle-Free Travel with Your Pet Preview: In the United States alone, over 60 million households have one or more pets. Pet owners in 15 million of those households travel with their pets, and the majority stay in pet-friendly lodging. Fortunately, pet friendly hotels, condos and vacation home rentals do exist. If you will be traveling with your pet, here are some pet friendly tips to r... (more) Published By: David Buster Submitted: 10 June,2005 |
| 208 | Protect Your Pet from Toxic Plants Preview: Have you checked your yard for flowers or plants that may be toxic to your pet? If you have a cat or dog, you may want to do some research on plants, before you bring them home, to determine which could be harmful to your pet. Here are a few plants that are toxic to cats and dogs. •Oleander: if your pet comes into contact and eats (or licks) an o... (more) Published By: Michele Webb Submitted: 11 June,2005 |
| 209 | What You Need To Carry When You Travel With Your Dog Preview: Spring is here and with the onset of warm weather, comes more dog shows and our annual vacations, plus the urge to take a Sunday drive. However, we sometimes neglect the needs of our pets or do not take extra precautions for unseen emergencies. If you cannot board your pet, or leave it at home and find that you must take it with you please make su... (more) Published By: Terrie Simpson Submitted: 12 June,2005 |
| 210 | Proper Dog Care Preview: Whether you're a new dog owner or have had dogs around you for many years, learning about proper dog care is essential if you're to give your dog the greatest possible chance to enjoy a long and healthy life. The most basic area of dog care is feeding. Unfortunately, many dog owners believe that as long as their dog is being given enough food,... (more) Published By: Aki Desorcy Submitted: 12 June,2005 |