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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Tips for traveling with your dog
- Wether it be on a vacation to your favorite resort, or just visiting the in-laws for the weekend, many people are choosing to take their dogs with them when traveling. Land or air, there are many things to take into consideration. The best advice is simple; be prepared. Below are some great tips for traveling by air and land.Tips on preparing rover for air travelUnless your dog is a ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Finding a reputable dog breeder
- Anyone can put two dogs together and let them breed, and in turn call themselves a "breeder." However being called a "reputable" breeder encompasses far more than that. You wont find a reputable breeder trying to sell their dogs to local pet stores, or advertising in the classified section. A good breeder does not need these "gimmicks." Instead, they rely on the quali...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Characteristics of the boxer
- Is A Boxer Right For You?Country of Origin: Germany First Registered: 1904 Colors: Fawn, brindle with white markings Coat Type: Short, glossy and smooth Height: 21 - 25 inches Weight: 66 - 70 lbs. Life Span: 10 - 12 Years Average Litter Size: 5 ? 10 Health Concerns:. May have problems with heart murmurs, skin tumors, digestive problems and hypothyroid...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Dog training collars: teaching your dog basic obedience and breaking bad habits
- Dog Training CollarsHaving a pet means having to provide for the pet's safety. But, that is not all a pet owner is obligated to do. People, mainly neighbors, do not appreciate noisy animals or animals that provide any type of nuisance to them. Basically, the neighbors don't want someone else's pet to interfere in any way with their lives. It is the pet owner's responsibility to ens...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Buy dog travel supplies online
- Dog Travel SuppliesThe shopping part along for dog travel supplies is amusing for sure. The trinkets, toys and accessories for pet product travel are a blast. Grab your favorite drink, your mouse and grease up that shopping finger and off we go to review those dog travel supplies.We found, while shopping for Charlie pet harnesses that combine safety with convenience. The step-in padd...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Cockatiel illnesses
- Cockatiels are one of the most lovable pets in the world. They are a valuable treasure to the owner. Cockatiels, just like humans, need a lot of attention and care. Parrots as pets are delightful but they can become extremely moody and temperamental. This may also depend on its health and diet.Good cockatiel care involves not only regulation of diet but also of hygiene and cleanliness. Cock...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Do you know whats really in your pets food?
- The pet food industry, a billion-dollar, unregulated operation, feeds on the garbage that otherwise would wind up in landfills or be transformed into fertilizer. The hidden ingredients in a can of commercial pet food may include road kill and the rendered remains of cats and dogs. The pet food industry claims that its products constitute a "complete and balanced diet" but, in reality, commercial p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The neurotic dogs
- When pondering whether my neurosis is learned or genetic, I often turn to the family dogs, Frazier (9) and Jake (4), and see the likelihood of a learned origin. My parents' characteristic anxiety has effectively seeped into both dogs' personas.My mother and father are both card-carrying neurotics with drastically different sensibilities. The former engages in an overt style of panic charact...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Can cats and dogs live together as friends?
- Can cats and dogs live together without constantly being at war? It seems that they very often can.We often hear people claim to be a "cat person" or a "dog person", but browsing through the various pet forums it appears that there are many of us that equally like both cats and dogs.My son has a beautiful Border Collie who was the only pet of the house until she was five years old. T...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 7 good reasons to have your cat spayed or neutered
- Every year, many cat owners decide to get their cat spayed or neutered. This decision is made for several different reasons, all of which illustrate why it is such a good idea.The many problems caused by un-spayed or un-neutered pets each year are part of what has prompted numerous humane societies to require that any adopted animals be promptly spayed or neutered as a condition of adoption...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - 10 reasons why your cat loves you
- There are plenty of reasons why your cat loves you. Ten of the main reasons are listed below. Enjoy!1. You provide food - Cats love food and they love you for giving them that food. If it wasn't for you, they'd go hungry, and of course, if it wasn't for you, they wouldn't get those tasty scraps of meat after a meal. Those crunchy little biscuits aren't half bad either.2. You clean th...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Stop! dont give your cat that chocolate!
- "Where's the harm? My cat seems to enjoy chocolate and it's only a small piece."Just because certain foods, such as chocolate, are enjoyed by us humans and are perfectly safe for us, it does not mean they are suitable for cats. Chocolate contains chemicals which rarely cause problems for humans, but for cats and other domestic pets, these chemicals can, in rare cases, be deadly.One p...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Help! ive got a pregnant cat!
- So, you've got yourself a pregnant cat.Was it a stray that adopted you? You heard a plaintive meowing, opened your back door and there she was. You won her confidence, gave her some scraps and a drink of water, spent some time petting her and then left her to it. Next day she's back. And before too many days have passed you decide that as she has no collar, no address tag, that you have got...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to paint your cat
- Why paint your cat? After all cats are beautiful creatures if you want to appreciate the appearance of a feline, you look at the cat not at a painting.Some of the reasons that you may want to paint your cat are:To capture your pet at a particular age, in a particular pose, in a particular place. To have a permanent reminder of your companion when she has moved on to feline afterlife....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Greyhound adoption ? great dogs, great cause
- HistoryThroughout the US and in many parts of the world, greyhounds are used as racing dogs to support gambling. In the United States alone, there are roughly 40 dog tracks and hundreds of puppy farms and training facilities around the country. Years ago, the greyhound industry was in much worse shape than it is today. Many tracks have established very good policies as well as "no kill...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Bast, the beloved protector of cats
- She is the protector of cats, women and children. The ancient Egyptians celebrated her feastday on October 31 with convivial merry making, music, dancing in the streets and drinking with friends - the sort of holiday we would recognise instantly.A great week-long festival was held in the holy city of Bubastis attracting devotees from all over the country to celebrate along the riverbanks an...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Puppy training that is safe for your puppy
- Puppy training can and should begin the day you bring your puppy home, but only if it's approached in a safe manner for your puppy and his sensitivities. Housetraining your puppy can be a rewarding and non-stressful experience when you shape behavior from a series of positive experiences, instead of attempting to correct unwanted behaviors before your puppy has a chance to learn what you DO want....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Saving ginger from being put to sleep ? part 2
- The Story Continues... Following the first of many visits to the vet, Ginger underwent a 2-week course of antibiotics to clear up the remnants of cat flu and to control the infection that resulted from his decaying teeth. And he responded very well. He started grooming properly again and all of the matted hair around his rump was replaced by sleek smooth hair. His coat was again shin...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Saving ginger from being put to sleep ? part 1
- A family, including three dogs and a cat live happily in a good house with extensive gardens; a great area for the animals to roam and play. By this stage, the kids have grown up, moved away and started their own lives. Mom and Dad are still there, looking after the animals and the gardens. However, old age takes its toll on the father and he passes away. Not wanting their mother to live in the la...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Im allergic to my cat!
- 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 died, I wasn't in a position to take on another ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Old fashioned flea control
- Fleas have plagued dogs, cats, and their owners since time began so ways to kill or repel them has been a constant search. Today, with the shake of a can, the spray of a bottle, or a flea dip fleas are more easily controlled. But before these controls were available, pet owners were constantly on the lookout for a better way to free their pets of these disease carrying insects.The flea can ...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Protecting the family pet
- Ever since the beginning of time there has always been the pet and the family, today's pets have become an integral part of the family, and even considered by some to be a part of the family. With this relationship being so vital, protection of the family pet is a major concern of many pet owners.Each year millions of pets are reported lost or found, but a large majority of these members of...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Good dog health and happiness for charlie
- Our Charlie's dog health was a very important issue to us in our family. It all started when he was a puppy of course. Aside from the fun and laughter he brought into our lives he brought us new found responsibilities we hadn't concerned ourselves with BC. With some common sense and attention dog health shouldn't have to be a major family issue. Here's how we dealt with Charlie.A few dog he...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Pet identification tags and the internet
- The greatest fear of most pet owners is that there is a chance the family pet will get lost, and not be returned. But many of these same pet owners fail to take the necessary precautions needed to safeguard their pets. By simply overlooking the importance of the pet identification tag, and how having up-to-date accurate information can greatly increase the chances of a successful pet recovery....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Nervous cats, wining the trust of a timid cat
- Nervous cats hide from people, they do not readily present themselves for petting, and may seem downright scared of you.Probably, this was not exactly what you had in mind when you decided to get yourself a pet. So, is it at all possible for nervous cats to overcome their timidity and learn to trust you? The answer is yes, but you will need patience, patience, and patience.It is usua...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - How to stop your cat scratching your furniture - forever!
- Your cat scratching at your furniture can not only leave you out of pocket but also very frustrated and annoyed at your cat for being such a bad little kitty. Cats need to scratch, it is something that cats instinctively do, not as you may think, in order to sharpen their claws, but to remove the old layers of their nails.Do not punish your cat for scratching, or for anything you see as bad...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Do you know what you are really feeding your pet?
- When looking for the best dog food - consider Life's Abundance. The "best food for dogs" are not all created equal.STOPCheck your pet food labelDoes your pet food contain the following ingredients:Corn or Wheat - If 2 or more cereals like corn and wheat are among the first 7 ingredients on your label, your pet may not be getting the animal protein it needs to thrive....
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Puppies, kittens, rabbits, hamsters, fish tanks, exotic pets and bird houses!
- Pet's, any kind of pet can be a welcome addition to your family. Children love to play with puppies and kittens. They learn about life as their pets grow and mature. Dog's and cat's are wonderful companions to both the young and old of any family.Rabbits, hamsters and birds bring a touch of natures wildness into our lives as we care for pets that are a little different than what everyone el...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - The joy of having puppies!
- One of the greatest thrills for a little boy or girl is having new puppies in the home. Puppies, dogs and having a puppy bring a sense of well being and comfort to people of all ages, whether young or old. They provide an excellent opportunity for children to learn the skills necessary in raising and caring for a new born animal. We all know that one day even a cute little puppy will grow into a l...
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- 2007-11-13 22:16:19 - Kittens are just the cutest things
- Is there anything more cute and cuddly than tiny little kittens? They're small and light. Cats kittens, they're fragile yet so curious and inquisitive. Kittens bring a sense of well being and comfort into our homes that few other animals can.While a kitten requires a lot of attention and care, when left to their own devices they can be amazingly creative and playful with just about any litt...