The Cat Whisperer
A Cat Whisperer is someone who tames and trains cats, heals emotional damage and assists an owner to a better relationship with the cat. A cat whispering is somewhat similar to a dog or horse whisperer, though cat whisperers relate quite well with cats. These types of people are unusually lucky and [...]
May 07 2009 | Cat & Kitten | No Comments »
The onset of a dog bite or attack brings harmful consequences to your family. If your dog bites someone, you may be forced to pay for injuries cause by the bite or even defend yourself against a lawsuit. Your property insurance bill may also increase which affects your household budget. Some neighborhoods have even drafted [...]
April 02 2009 | Dog & Puppy | No Comments »
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 Michael Webber
Dogs love to dig, let’s face it, it is a very natural and instinctual part of their makeup, and “it is a very enjoyable behavior for them” says Deborah L. Forthman, Ph.D. digging is something that dogs have been doing from the beginning, but there are ways to reduce the amount your dog [...]
January 19 2009 | Dog & Puppy and Pet Training | No Comments »
When my daughter was younger, she could watch for hours in the window of the local cat hospital (aka pet shop, aka shelter). The cutest kittens would parade in front of her and she would be delighted.
But how much would a cute kitten or a cute puppy, parrot or fish cost to [...]
January 14 2009 | Bird and Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy | No Comments »
There are always some kind of hints or tricks that can make something that might seem so difficult end up seeming so easy. There are gardening tips for those with a black thumb, there are cooking tips for those who aspire to have their family not run when you say that dinner is ready [...]
November 12 2008 | Horses | No Comments »
If you’re a horse owner you will realise that keeping such animals can be an expensive proposition. You will therefore want to ensure that your horse is well looked after.
It is essential that you are providing your horse with all of the nutrition it needs to promote both good growth and healthy development. For almost [...]
November 10 2008 | Horses and Pet Food & Nutrition | No Comments »
By Abhik Sarkar
If you are mulling over getting a Boston Terrier dog, but are unsure if it is the best choice for you and your family, then this article will expose five reasons to help make a decision.
While all too often dog lovers decide to get a breed based more on the look of the [...]
November 04 2008 | Dog & Puppy and Getting a Pet | No Comments »
By Ken Charles
Think about it first.
1) Why do you want a dog? It may be that you have recently lost a dog to illness or old age and she has left a blank space that you need to fill. If your children are now grown up and moved away, it may be that you [...]
November 04 2008 | Dog & Puppy and Getting a Pet | No Comments »
By Amy Ammen
Properly introduced, dogs and cats usually end up being the most devoted of friends. On the other hand, on rare occasions, the combination can be deadly for the cat. So it’s not a decision to be made lightly.
Your dog’s breed should be a factor in weighing the possibilities. Even if your hyper dog [...]
September 30 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Dog & Puppy | 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 »
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 Barry Mcgee
If you’ve ever watched the antics and acrobatics of a sleek, agile ferret at the pet store or at a friend’s home, then you’ll understand why ferrets hold that status as some of the most amusing and entertaining pets available today. With all that energy, though, comes a pet that can prove to [...]
August 24 2008 | Exotic Pet and Getting a Pet and Pet Care | No Comments »
Summer is generally the time to have fun with your family and enjoy many activities together. Days are usually longer than usual and the children are out on vacation. The downside to this fun is that summer also ushers in a season of heat stroke, sunburn and exhaustion. This can threaten your family as well [...]
August 06 2008 | Dog & Puppy and Pet & Child and Pet Health and Pet Safety | No Comments »
by Sean Russell
1. Learn Responsibility – Horses will teach your child responsibility very quickly. Make sure that your child does all the work involved in caring for the horse. Everything from feeding, cleaning stalls, grooming, saddling and riding. Children will want to ride but they may not always be eager to do the work. However [...]
July 31 2008 | Horses and Pet & Child | No Comments »
by Larry Chamberlain
This article is not a debate about the pros and cons of the removal of a cat’s claws (declawing). This article concludes that there are no pros to this issue and comes out firmly against the procedure.
Declawing a cat is illegal in many countries and officially deemed to be inhumane in others. Why [...]
July 16 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care and Pet Health | No Comments »
By Mona Magick
ARIES (Mar 21- Ap 20)
Aries cats and dogs are always full with energy. They love attention, petting and cuddling and are never shy. It may be very hard to keep up with these hyperactive animals. Quick tempered, they are not the type to back down from a fight. They are easily embarrassed, so [...]
July 09 2008 | Getting a Pet | No Comments »
by Hagar Lagarto
Rabbits have been popularly kept as pets in Western nations since the 1800s. Rabbits can adjust well to indoor life, and can even be litter box trained. Like all pets, rabbits need a considerable amount of care and attention.
Often people purchase rabbits from a breeder. Many people prefer breeders under suspicion that some [...]
July 07 2008 | Getting a Pet and Rabbit | No Comments »
By David P. Lee
Unlike dogs, whom seem to enjoy rides with their owners for adventure away from the home front, cats do not feel so comfortable leaving the comforts of home even for a little while. Trying to go for a ride with your cat can be quite an adventure in itself. By nature cats [...]
July 01 2008 | Cat & Kitten and Pet Care | No Comments »
by Burt Cotton
Dogs by nature are predatory animals, and all predatory animals share the motivation to chase fleeing objects. While this may be a natural instinct, it is not appropriate when those fleeing objects are joggers, bicyclists or the mailman.
Training the dog not to chase people and bicycles is an important thing to do, and [...]
June 29 2008 | Dog & Puppy and Pet Training | No Comments »
