| 511 | Saving Ginger From Being Put To Sleep... Preview: 6 rotten teeth - this accounted for the bad breath. The vet noticed that Ginger's face was slightly asymmetrical. Apparently, the infection from the rotting teeth had travelled up through his face and probably infected his right cheek bone. The infection had also backed up into the sinuses and had caused a partial blockage of his tear ducts which ... (more) Published By: Gary Nugent Submitted: 06 March,2005 |
| 512 | I'm Allergic To My Cat! Preview: Having a cat allergy came as something of a surprise to me. Growing up, I had many pets - cats, dogs and birds. My family were animal lovers and pets abounded, so being in contact with animals was a daily occurance. No one ever seemed to suffer from a cat allergy or any kind of animal allergy for that matter. After my teens and my last pet had di... (more) Published By: Gary Nugent Submitted: 06 March,2005 |
| 513 | Buying A Rottweiler Puppy? What You Need To Know Preview: So you're buying a Rottweiler puppy? Here are some general tips to help you choose a healthy, happy Rottweiler puppy. Note: These are only general tips to help you choose - especially for first-time owners. (There are always exceptions to the rule and I believe every Rottweiler should be given a chance to show that he/she can be a well-adjusted, ... (more) Published By: Kathryn ONeill Submitted: 07 March,2005 |
| 514 | Horse N Rider Match Announces New Website Preview: Horse N Rider Match recently released its brand new website designed to find every rider the perfect horse. The website features horse classifieds, options for selling your horse and lots of information about owning, buying and selling a horse. With Horse N Rider Match you can list your horse for sale including up to three photos without paying u... (more) Published By: Sara Goldstein Submitted: 07 March,2005 |
| 515 | Canine Distemper Preview: Canine Distemper By Ron Swerdfiger www.web-rover.com What is Canine Distemper? Canine distemper is a highly contagios disease caused by a virus (paramyxovirus) which attacks the respiratory, gastrointestinal, and nervus systems of dogs. Although dogs are the most commonly affected, Canine Distemper is also seen in foxes, ferrets, mink and ... (more) Published By: Ron Swerdfiger Submitted: 08 March,2005 |
| 516 | Canine Infectious Hepatitis Preview: Canine Infectious Hepatitis By Ron Swerdfiger www.web-rover.com What is Canine Infectious Hepatitis? The word hepatitis refers to an inflamation of the liver. First reported in 1947, Canine Infectious Hepatitis (CIH), is a caused by canine adenovirus. Almost every dog will come in contact with the virus at least once in their life time. The... (more) Published By: Ron Swerdfiger Submitted: 09 March,2005 |
| 517 | Puppy Behavior and Training Preview: Puppy training can be a trying time. The key to this time is to really remember that all puppy behavior is normal. They like to mouth, jump, bark, dig and piddle wherever they are. They aren't doing it to annoy you, they are just doing what they have learned so far. It is our job to train them not to do these things. Think of it as teaching your... (more) Published By: Amy Dunphy Submitted: 09 March,2005 |
| 518 | Chances Of A Lost Pet Being Recovered Increase Preview: Every day we are looking for ways to make our life better, this includes protecting our families, and also included is the family pet. This once wild animal has become a domesticated pet and also become an integral part of the modern family, and there are many laws devoted to stopping abuses to animals. What is lacking in the modern family is prov... (more) Published By: Thaddeus Collins Submitted: 11 March,2005 |
| 519 | Burberry for Dogs? Preview: Burberry is one of the world's famous designer brands. But branded trenchcoats and sweaters for dogs? A thought that may make you raise your eyebrows! Is today's designer fashion selling out? Despite what you might think, high-class designer labels also cater for your pets nowadays as does British luxury label Burberry who has just released thei... (more) Published By: Natacha Bunzl Submitted: 11 March,2005 |
| 520 | Grapes, Nuts, and Your Dogs Health -- Foods that Fido should Avoid Preview: "Magoo was a big, playful Labrador retriever who often got himself into sticky situations..." So begins a story in the latest report from the ASPCA on foods that may be toxic to dogs. It turns out that Magoo got into the pantry and snagged himself about a pound of raisins. He ate the whole thing, of course. The ASPCA never mentions Magoo's fate... (more) Published By: Carolyn Schweitzer Submitted: 11 March,2005 |
| 521 | Your Dog's Health; Why Dog Breath is No Laughing Matter Preview: Your dogs health is important to you. You show her how important by keeping her well fed and groomed, making sure she gets plenty of exercise and providing a collection of fun, safe toys for her entertainment. You don't skimp on the quality of his food. And to reward good boys and girls, there are always lots of delicious treats in the cupboard. B... (more) Published By: Carolyn Schweitzer Submitted: 11 March,2005 |
| 522 | How to Create Your Own Monster Preview: "You've created your own monster, you know", my mother said ominously. My Rex cat, Houdini, had just burrowed his way inside my sweater for the third time that morning, letting out a squeal of indignation when I tried to resist. Houdini has separation anxiety. But in his tiny little mind, separation means I've been out of his site for at least tw... (more) Published By: Carolyn Schweitzer Submitted: 11 March,2005 |
| 523 | Canine Bloat Preview: Canine Bloat By Ron Swerdfiger www.web-rover.com What is Canine Bloat? Bloat refers to the bloating of the stomach. Essentially it is a build up of gas in the stomach which is unable to be released. Bloat with Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus (GDV) occurs when the stomach fills with gas and twists 180 to 360 degrees on it's axis between the esop... (more) Published By: Ron Swerdfiger Submitted: 12 March,2005 |
| 524 | My Wabi-Sabi Master is My Dog Preview: My Wabi-Sabi Master is My Dog Perfection is a gooey chew toy on a worn out old blankie By GALINA PEMBROKE Up until recently, three dominant attitudes have ruled my living space: my boyfriend's: if it breaks, fix it. my own: if it breaks, replace it. and my dog's: if it breaks, keep it and love it all the more Wit... (more) Published By: Galina Pembroke Submitted: 15 March,2005 |
| 525 | Build A Better Mousetrap, And People Will Buy It Preview: This is an old saying that many of us have grown up hearing since we were children, but the problem is improving on an invention that has been around for years. This is especially true for simple inventions like the common pet identification tag, or dog tag as it is normally referred too as. The pet identification tag has been a staple of our soci... (more) Published By: Thaddeus Collins Submitted: 15 March,2005 |
| 526 | No Need For BSL- Breed Specific Legislation Preview: No Need For BSL- Breed Specific Legislation Written by: Rachael Stacknick Member of: www.web-rover.com In short breed specific legislation is a quick fix for a growing problem, only thing is it does not fix the problem. Many cities, countries, states and provinces have now jumped on the band wagon to implement BSL. Most recently Ontario and t... (more) Published By: Racheal Stacknick Submitted: 18 March,2005 |
| 527 | How To Housebreak Your Dog...Even If It's Still A Puppy. Preview: The one unpleasant aspect of owning any puppy is the job of housebreaking. As cute as puppies are, each must be trained but remember that every puppy will conquer housebreaking although at a different rate. While some dog breeds can be housebroken in a very short amount of time, other breeds can be quite challenging. Paper Training Paper training ... (more) Published By: Jake Berlin Submitted: 18 March,2005 |
| 528 | Puppy Vaccines Assure Wagging Tails and Wet Noses Preview: When you get a new puppy it is imperative that he receive all his proper puppy vaccines. These protect him from getting diseases if he becomes exposed to them. When the pet doctor injects a vaccine into your puppy, it "teaches" the pup’s immune system what a disease organism looks like. But the vaccine contains only weak or dead versions of the... (more) Published By: Charles Burke Submitted: 19 March,2005 |
| 529 | Good dog care is vital Preview: Good dog care is vital Dog care Accepting responsibility of your new pet friend is truly serious business. Caring for your new best pet friend is rewarding with that I feel good feeling. Love and care is what we all want and our pet friends aren't any different. Teaching our pets tricks, buying toys, supplies, training, collars, crates, clothes ... (more) Published By: Rolf Rasmusson Submitted: 19 March,2005 |
| 530 | Puppy Crate Training -- Fast Track to a Contented Dog Preview: Puppy crate training is one of the most effective ways to housebreak your new puppy. Puppy crate training takes a little patience, but it's a good way to set your puppy on the right path. This method has an impressive track record. Be sure to prepare everything ahead of time. Even before you bring your new puppy home, have the puppy crate read... (more) Published By: Charles Burke Submitted: 19 March,2005 |