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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Syrian vs. dwarf hamsters, what should i get for my family?
- As pets go hamsters are fairly easy to take care of. Hamsters require no walking, are not particularly dirty or stinky, they are small and don't take up much space and are generally inexpensive. Hamsters are also fairly hearty animals and can be a very good pet for a child or a family with several children. There are however, two distinct choices when it comes to adopting a hamster for your family...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dog crate buyers guide - how to choose the right crate and accessories
- Why use a crate:When used properly and not abused, crates are the fastest and most humane method of housebreaking dogs. Dogs are den animals that will instinctively seek out a small, cozy place to rest for shelter and security. Crates act on a dog's instinct to keep its den clean and unsoiled. Keeping your dog in a crate teaches him to "hold it" until he can go in an appropriate place, whic...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Lower your veterinarian costs and increase the longevity of your pets lives
- What does doing natural preventative care mean? I thought vaccinating, prevention medicines, and premium kibble was natural preventative care. Hardly.Unfortunately the pharmaceutical companies and the pet food industry have really pulled the wool over everyone's eyes -but the wool is coming off! People are frustrated with the way traditional care has let them down and are seeking alternativ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - What should i make my snake cage from?
- What kind of materials should you use when constructing a snake cage? Snakes come in many different sizes ? but usually only one shape. Even so, there are many different housing systems and styles for snakes. These depend on the adult size of the snake, how much room you have, the environment it normally inhabits and how much money you are willing to spend.Aquarium tanks can be used for kee...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to adopt a shelter cat - your new cat will thank you for reading this article
- If you are thinking of adding a feline to your family, consider adopting a cat from your local animal shelter or humane society. The animals have been carefully screened for adoptability and have usually been worked with to enhance sociability.Unfortunately, many people think that only "bad" animals wind up in shelters. Actually, the opposite is true. People relinquish their pets to shelter...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep your cat healthy - your guide to cat diseases and conditions, and how to cure them
- Even with the best care, cats can become ill. Sometimes this means a simple "kitty cold," at other times the disease might have a more lasting or even fatal result. The following are some of the more common causes of serious illness in cats.An upper respiratory infection (URI) is the medical term for what many cat lovers call a "kitty cold." Indeed, the symptoms match those of a human cold,...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Your guide to cat breeds
- For the first 8,000 years of their relationship with humans, cats pretty much took care of their own breeding. People kept them for one purpose - hunting rodent - and they are already perfectly designed for that. More than 100 years ago, however, we began systematically breeding cats to appeal to our aesthetic tastes. Hair length, color, coat pattern, as well as head and leg proportions contribute...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to care for your kitten
- Caring for a kitten is a lot of work. With her high energy and intense curiosity and sense of adventure, raising a kitten will keep you on your toes. Careful attention during the first year of life will set a strong foundation for a long, loving relationship with your cat.Kittens aged 8-12 weeks need four meals a day, 3-6 months three meals, and kittens over 6 months old, two meals.F...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Correcting cats bad behaviour: how to discipline your cat; youll be happy; your cat will be too!
- At some time or another even the sweetest cat "misbehaves." Ironically, a cat's bad act is usually quite normal behavior for her, but may have a result humans don't like or want. Screaming at the cat or physically punishing her won't alter negative behavior. The best way to change undesirable behavior is to eliminate the opportunity and/or distract the cat to an acceptable alternative.Immed...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - First aid for felines - how to keep your car safe from harm
- Cats are known for their curious and adventurous nature. Curiosity doesn't always kill the cat, but can often cause injury. The owner will likely have to get the cat stabilized before taking it to the veterinarian. Any home with a cat should have a feline first aid kit assembled and handy.A first aid kit for a cat contains many of the same items it would for a human.* A roll of absor...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Finding the perfect cat or kitten for you and your family
- Some people say they are exclusively "cat people," meaning they only want to have a cat as a pet. That doesn't mean that just any cat will be the right companion. When choosing a cat to be your companion, be certain to make the choice that will work best for both you and the animal.An athletic, highly energetic cat is fun to watch, but a cat can be a challenge to care for. A shy, sensitive ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Safety in the fresh air and the outdoors for your cat - how to build a cattery
- Animal welfare organizations and humane societies have been very successful in helping people to accept that their cats are safer living exclusively indoors, especially in urban areas. However, cat lovers still want to give their cats a chance to enjoy fresh air and all the sights and sounds that come with it. One way to do this safely is to create a cattery.The term cattery originally refe...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to know what your cat wants when it talks to you - cat communication explained
- Many people think cats are asocial, but in fact they are very social animals. They bond with other cats in their house or neighborhood, their owners, even other pets like dogs and birds. They communicate to each other and us a variety of ways.A keen sense of smell is important in cat communication. When her human returns home, a cat carefully sniffs then proceeds to rub her face against the...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep your cat healthy - cat feeding explained
- Cats have a reputation for being finicky eaters, but that is usually a distortion of the truth. Cats have a very keen sense of taste and smell, and they know what they like. If you have fed your cat the same food for years, then change brands, she may boycott the new menu. If you must change her diet, do it over time, mixing just a bit of the new food with plenty of the old favorite. Slowly increa...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Caring for an older cat - cat health and cat care
- Cats are living longer lives thanks to dedicated care from their humans, and advances in veterinary medicine. Most experts consider a cat's "senior years" to begin on her 10th birthday. After this point, the aging process begins to slow in even the most playful feline. Yet, with a little extra attention from her owner, Miss Kitty might enjoy another 5-10 years of life and love.Just as with ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Ensure a good relationship between your cat and your kids
- Many parents know that the best way for children to learn compassion and the importance of keeping commitments is by helping to care for a pet. Children learn from watching the adults in their lives. If a child can learn to treat an animal with respect they can take that lesson into later life. A cat can be a marvellous, loving companion for a child, but it is up to the adults in the family to ens...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dream board
- DREAM IT, CREATE IT, BECOME ITIf you've been reading my newsletter for awhile, you know that I continue to incorporate and teach the 'how to' principles behind successfully achieving our goals and dreams. One important piece of wisdom I've gained is that nothing happens, no forward steps are taken until we first have a dream. But even when we have a dream, we can't begin manifesting it unti...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to teach your cat to use a litter box - secrets to litter tray success
- Even the most dedicated cat lover has little patience with a cat that doesn't use its litter box. Yet, patience is the key to creating litter box success. A positive introduction when young, and simple housekeeping on your part will solve most problems.Most cats instinctively use the litter box. However if you see your kitten crouching or sniffing in a corner lift her and place her in a lit...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dog training basics
- All positive commands should be spoken sharply and distinctly during training. Make sure you also use a positive tone. Your dog will recognize your moods and associate them to their behavior by your tone of voice.The first word the puppy should learn is their name. They actually learn the sound of their name and associate that as a directive towards them for their attention. This will come ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep your cat free from diseases with your quick guide to cat grooming
- Even a cat that compulsively cleans itself can benefit from a little grooming from her owner. Cats rarely need a bath, but frequent brushing removes a lot of loose hair which would otherwise end up either shed around your home or swallowed by the cat, creating constipating hairballs. Grooming your cat on a regular basis also helps you monitor her health and make her easier to handle.Long-ha...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep your cat free from diseases with this quick guide to cat parasites
- Parasites are organisms that survive by feeding off of other creatures. Among cats, parasites generally feed on the animal's blood. Detecting internal parasites can be difficult, but a close inspection of skin and fur is usually all that is needed to uncover traces of external parasites such as ear mites and fleas. There are many types of worms that are internal parasites to cats. If you see small...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to keep your cat happy and healthy - playtime for kitty
- While dogs tend to get lots of exercise, cats are often left to their own devices, having to find their own ways of exercising if they are kept indoors.Cats have gone from working animals to creatures of leisure. In the past, a cat spent most of its day hunting, keeping the homestead free of rodents. Today, most cats are pure companions who spend the day waiting for their beloved human to r...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Make your home cat-safe - how to keep your cat happy and healthy
- * Lock things up that could cause harm* Keep the washer/dryer door closed at all times* Honk the car horn before starting it up* Use fire carefully* Keep all upstairs windows closed or screened* Store string away tidily* Keep floors free of small things* Be constantly aware of what your cat is doingCuriosity gets most cats in trouble at some ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - You can help reduce the number of unwanted cats - spaying and neutering of cats
- Every year, hundreds of thousands of cats and kittens are destroyed because they are unwanted. Animal shelters that take in these animals and try to find them homes are overcrowded. With so many animals in need, they cannot support all animals indefinitely. The solution is not to open more shelters, but for cat owners to become more responsible about spaying and neutering their pets.A femal...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to make your cats life, and your life, happier - training your cat
- Imagine that you are scolding your cat for scratching at your new furniture, and Kitty is sitting staring at you. Suddenly you realize how silly you look and how futile your scolding is. So how do you train your cat to respect your home?All cats can be trained and should have some training from their owners. You will need to train your cat to use her litter box, sharpen her claws on the scr...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to ensure that your cat is healthy and lives a long and happy life
- Incredible advances in veterinary medicine are making it possible for cats to live longer, healthier lives than ever before. The quality of your cat's health is the result of a partnership between you and your veterinarian. You must be confident that the vet you have chosen will take good care of your cats.When you first get your cat, be sure to have your veterinarian examine her within 10 ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pet-rabbit information ? what is domesticated rabbits? how to care for your pet-rabbit?
- Domesticated rabbits are one of the most popular pets, apart from dogs and cats. They look attractive, lovely, gentle, friendly and cute. They are easy to take care and undemanding in terms of care and housing. They will settle well either indoor or outdoor, at home.There are 40 species of rabbits and hares worldwide. All domesticated rabbits are originated from European rabbits. The scient...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Why cats flip for catnip
- If you've ever watched as a cat "flipped" over fresh catnip perhaps you've been struck with the question; "what causes Catnip to affect cats that way?" Catnip is indeed an unusual phenomenon among cats, it has the ability to alter your cat's behavior like nothing else can. So what exactly is the reason for what scientists have coined as "the Catnip effect"?Unfortunately for such inquisitive...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The wonderful siamese cat
- This mysterious cat is originally from the country of Siam, now known as Thailand. Siamese cats were highly esteemed by generations of Siamese monarchs, even to the extent that they resided in the royal palace. You wanna talk about the royalty of the cat world! They were trusted to protect the palace as well as monasteries from evil spirits and were also thought to bring good fortune.In the...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - A pregnant stray cat adopted you ? and now what?
- It happens all too often. A family or cat friend gets adopted by a stray cat. And after a few weeks it turns out she's pregnant.In the US alone there must be millions of sweet but homeless cats. And many of them get pregnant several times a year. Nobody really knows why, but pregnant strays often adopt a family instead of the other way round. Maybe they search for support or a good and warm...