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By Catherine Smith
The lack of truly ideal ferret foods is one reason there is growing interest in more natural diets for ferrets.
Basic Feeding Rules
Ferrets have unique feeding requirements, which are now finally being addressed by commercial pet food manufacturers, though with varying success. Ferrets are obligate carnivores, and food passes through the digestive system [...]
February 06 2009 | Exotic Pet and Pet Food & Nutrition | No Comments »
By Vicki Larsen
Winter and cold weather has come to much of the country. You may not think of winter as a good time to watch birds, but I find it excellent bird watching weather. There things you can do to make their lives easier and your watching more enjoyable. It consists of [...]
December 15 2008 | Bird | No Comments »
by Dalvin Rumsey
There are a lot of people today that want a parrot for a pet but there are also many that do not know how to take care of one. There are many problems that can appear when you want to take care of a parrot properly. The biggest problem costs in not providing [...]
September 24 2008 | Bird and Getting a Pet and Pet Care | No Comments »
Many of us have heard stories about birds outlasting their owners. This is a surprise to many, considering the delicate appearance of most species of birds. Birds, especially canaries, were used by miners to test the quality of the air deep in the mines. When the air reaches relatively unhealthy levels, the canaries are affected [...]
September 22 2008 | Bird and Pet Safety | No Comments »
If you’re considering sharing your home with a pet canary, it’s probably because you’ve heard so much about their nearly constant, bubbly singing. Join the club! Since the seventeenth century, pet owners the world over have kept canaries for nothing more than the sheer pleasure of birdsong filling their homes. A canary is not merely [...]
September 16 2008 | Bird and Pet Care and Pet Health | No Comments »
Learning how to teach your parrot not to bite is one of the most important skills for a pet parrot owner. However it takes a lot of time and commitment. Given the right circumstances, parrots can learn a lot of things because they are intelligent birds. Repetition will teach your bird to stop biting and [...]
September 12 2008 | Bird and Pet Training | No Comments »
There are many things to consider when owning a pet bird. Do you have enough room? Do you have enough patience? Is our house set up to have a bird? If not , are you willing to invest in what it takes to have a home that’s “bird safe”?. Do you have the time it [...]
September 12 2008 | Bird | No Comments »
By Zevs Borealis
The quickest and most effective way to teach your bird to speak is to understand how birds learn speech. If you utilize the bird’s natural inclinations and abilities, teaching your pet will be a much more enjoyable experience for both you and the bird. In the wild, parrots are most vocal during the [...]
August 30 2008 | Bird and Pet Training | No Comments »
By Darlene Berkel
Here is good news for all college and university bound pet-loving students: pet friendly colleges and universities are on the increase. Presently, there are still many student accommodations that do not allow pets, but don’t despair. If you simply cannot bear the thought of leaving your beloved pet at home for [...]
August 28 2008 | Pet Care | No Comments »
By Stacy Richford
Many birds become very unhappy rather quickly due to the boredom of sitting in an empty cage. Birds have very active minds and strong beaks they need to work out in order to help keep them occupied and happy. Boredom is one of the reasons why many birds become pluckers and [...]
August 26 2008 | Bird and Pet Toys | No Comments »
By Michael Russell
Birds make great pets, but it requires making a good decision before you take on your new companion. A little knowledge before you make your choice can save you lots of headaches down the road and ensure that you and your new pet will get along just fine in the years to [...]
August 08 2008 | Bird and Getting a Pet and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Dalvin Rumsey
There is a new “fashion” on the market: parrots as pets! There are more and more popular every day. This popularity is shown by the high interest for parrot’s information on the internet. There is a paradox in this because this seems to be a new phenomenon. Not everybody can afford a parrot. [...]
July 14 2008 | Bird and Pet Care | No Comments »
By Taylor Knight
We are all busy these days and I know it’s hard to meet all the demands in your life. But, it’s time for a breather. Take some time with each of your feathered kids and give them the royal treatment. I know some of you out there have multiple birds, so it doesn’t [...]
July 11 2008 | Bird and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Robert Michael
1. If you want your bird to live a long life it is important to feed it in a nutritionally sound way. Birds often die too young because they are malnourished or they pick up a disease because they were not being fed correctly.
2. Birds who are part of the parrot family should [...]
June 27 2008 | Bird and Pet Food & Nutrition and Pet Health | No Comments »
by William Teleo
Birds are great additions to your backyard. Putting up bird houses is an excellent way to attract them. However, not all birds opt to nest in bird houses. Birds differ in their habitat preferences and only cavity-dwellers are probably interested in the bird shelters in your backyard. As it is, these cavity-dwellers also [...]
June 25 2008 | Accessories and Bird | No Comments »
by Mike Barus
Although collars are generally thought to be for the canine kind, many cat owners choose to purchase collars for their favorite felines. There are many different kinds of cat collars on the market, so it is imperative that you choose the best option for your cat’s needs and body. Consider taking your [...]
June 07 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Susan Wong
Pet sitting can be a rewarding job but can also be tiring. If you are interested in making your own business as a pet sitter, here are answers to most frequently asked questions about this career.
1. What does a pet sitter do? What is he/she responsible for?
Pet sitters care for your [...]
June 05 2008 | Pet Sitting | No Comments »
Anyone who has lived with cats can testify that their sense of humor tends toward practical joking. They don’t have the kind of facial features that allow for smiling–purring serves that purpose. Cats also don’t laugh out loud, but when a cat executes a prank successfully, it always seems pretty pleased about it.
Some [...]
June 05 2008 | Cat & Kitten | 1 Comment »
by Naldo Camarones
Parrots make wonderful family pets because they are great companions, they are beautiful birds with colorful feathers and you can teach them to talk. But you must have a strong level of commitment to your parrot because he will need daily and weekly maintenance, as well as plenty of attention.
What a Parrot Needs
When [...]
May 26 2008 | Bird and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Kyle Thomas Haley
If you’re a pet owner who is considering a move to an apartment there are certain things you must be keep in mind. First, whether or not your pet will be accepted by most landlords depends primarily on the type, size and personality of your pet.
Dogs:
If you own a large dog, [...]
May 22 2008 | Getting a Pet and Pet Care | 1 Comment »
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