Taking Care Of Cats
Enlarge ImageOwing a cat can be a very gratifying experience especially if you’ve done your homework and understand the tasks involved in having one as a pet. These days, cats are one of the most popular pet you may have. There are various breeds available, with the most popular being Persian [...]
April 30 2009 | Cat & Kitten | No Comments »
Dealing With Cat Allergies
Like all allergic reactions, pet allergies are the result of an immune system reaction to a harmless substance; in this case, the reaction is to the proteins in pets’ dander (dead skin flakes) and possibly saliva and urine (it depends on the breed). Unlike other airborne allergens that come from unwanted creatures, [...]
April 03 2009 | Cat & Kitten | No Comments »
by Linda Chaé
Pet products may be hazardous to your pets
There are few events more distressing than the injury or death of a pet. Psychologists have likened it to the death of a family member. After the recent pet food contamination that killed some pets and made many others sick, worldwide attention focused on making [...]
January 29 2009 | Pet Care and Pet Health and Pet Safety | No Comments »
By Martin Brock
There are numerous products that will kill adult fleas on your dog. However, they vary in the duration of their effects.
1. Flea shampoos, sprays, and powders. Most products will kill any fleas present on your dog at the time of application, but many have no lasting effect – your dog may have more [...]
January 17 2009 | Dog & Puppy and Pet Health | No Comments »
By Robert Michael
More than half of the population allows their dogs to stay inside their houses sleeping on the couch or their owner’s bed. Others prefer their dogs stay outside in dog houses. If you would like to build a dog house for your pet the following tips should help you get started.
1. Consider your [...]
January 15 2009 | Dog & Puppy and Pet Care | No Comments »
Feeding your dog requires your attention. For sure, you only want to give your pet the best possible care.
Each breed of dog needs to follow a certain diet to keep them strong and healthy. And so you need to provide healthy dog food recipes for them.
Here are good suggestions:
Boston’s Best Cream PieGreat poster [...]
January 13 2009 | Dog & Puppy and Pet Food & Nutrition | No Comments »
Fish. For most people the only thing they know about these scaly creatures is whether they taste better with lemon or tarter sauce. For Pond owners however, a little more information is needed. If you’re a new Pond owner who has just purchased, or are thinking about purchasing, Koi, goldfish or other [...]
December 01 2008 | Accessories and Fish and Pet Care | No Comments »
The holidays are a time to create and share memories, laugh and eat great food; however, there are many hidden dangers that are lurking around your home that can cause serious injury or even death for your four legged family members. Here’s a list of some common holiday dangers to look out for:
Christmas Kitten
Jamie [...]
November 15 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy and Pet Safety | 1 Comment »
Nothing makes apartment living fun like a playful pet.
Fido and Felix bring a number of new elements to an apartment other than the additional smell. On any given day pets add companionship, humor, personality, and tons of fun to even the most monotonous dwellings. Although dogs and cats lead the pack of domesticated [...]
October 02 2008 | Exotic Pet and Getting a Pet | No Comments »
By Paul Horowitz
Your pet’s veterinarian is second best friend, next to you, and an important partner in protecting their well being. This article will help you to
• Choose the perfect vet for you and your pet.
• Evaluate your current level of veterinarian care.
Evaluating veterinary services is an important part of every pet owner’s role. Whether you [...]
September 28 2008 | Pet Care and Pet Health | 1 Comment »
By Kit Marsters
When choosing a family pet, many people automatically think of a cat or a dog. Those who do not enjoy having a pet running around the house all day, might think of rabbits, guinea pigs or hamsters. But if you want a different kind of furry friend, I suggest looking into adding a [...]
September 26 2008 | Exotic Pet and Getting a Pet and Pet Care | 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 »
I’ll bet you didn’t know that lizards and turtles can carry harmful bacteria called Salmonella.
I love reptiles and I bet you do too (or you probably would not be reading this article!). You may have noticed that reptiles are becoming more and more popular as family pets. Reptiles such as turtles, iguanas, snakes, geckos, horned [...]
September 16 2008 | Exotic Pet and Pet Health and Pet Safety | No Comments »
There is perhaps no other creature that has been so mythologized, feared, and misunderstood as the toad. Indeed, the toad has long been associated with black magic, poison, and death. At the same time, however, toads have been considered symbols of fertility, love, and health by alchemists, gypsies, and all manner of ancient peoples. In [...]
September 14 2008 | Exotic Pet and Pet Care | No Comments »
Why does my veterinarian always want to run expensive blood tests?
Making an accurate diagnosis can be very difficult without them. There is a wealth of information veterinarians can learn from the blood panels that pet owners would not be able to communicate. Symptoms for one illness may overlap with symptoms of another ailment that require [...]
September 10 2008 | Pet Health | No Comments »
By Tonia Jordan
First, remove from your mind the idea that these creatures are very low maintenance. It’s not that they require a huge amount of your time, but they do require weekly bathing, new food every few days, new water every day, heat, and a regularly cleaned environment.
Habitat:
A hermit crab will be very comfortable in [...]
September 08 2008 | Exotic Pet and Pet Care | 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 Jim Worthington
Ferrets can be extremely lovable pets. They just have that adorable face that makes you smile. Ferrets are so lovable, people of the world have been making them their pets going as far back as the ancient Greeks. Perhaps Socrates even had one. Even better, ferrets make great gifts to love ones; Queen [...]
August 22 2008 | Exotic Pet | No Comments »
By Barry Mcgee
Most of us are probably familiar with the quintessential image of the rabbit-a fluffy, cuddly white bunny delivered into the arms of delighted children on Easter morning, surrounded by sweets and colored eggs. Unfortunately, this picture-perfect holiday symbol that has placed many a pet rabbit into a less-than-ideal situation. Taking care of a [...]
August 16 2008 | Pet Care and Rabbit | 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 »
