Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Judy Jantzen @ Friday, 3rd July 2009 @ 2:31 AM

I will repeat that. If you own a cat then you need a cat carrier! Taking your cat from one location to another in a properly sized and ventilated cat carrier provides safety for your cat, gives your cat a sense of security and well being, and provides you piece of mind. Cat carriers are becoming more popular because more cat owners are coming to realize the importance of carrying their cats in cat carriers. Have you ever had a scared cat in your arms? If you have you know they ca... more...

Pets and Animals | By Todd Arend @ Wednesday, 1st July 2009 @ 9:43 PM

Admit it: your pet is spoiled. The best toys, fanciest food, professional groomers and more; why, they might as well be part of the family. In ancient Egypt, the cats were worshipped like gods and today we lavish just as must attention on them. For the pampered pooch and the catered to kitty, there is no better way to show your affection than with a chaise lounge for pets. Long revered as a luxurious piece of furniture by us humans, it was only a matter of time before Fido got in on the action. ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Knight Pierce Hirst @ Tuesday, 30th June 2009 @ 9:25 PM

A study done by Texas Christian University found that lizards and other cold blooded animals sun to keep themselves warm and to get vitamin D. Chameleons - like humans - get vitamin D two ways - from food or from producing it in their skin with UV radiation. One group of chameleons was fed crickets dusted with vitamin D. The other group was fed regular crickets. The two groups were then put in enclosures offering sun and shade. The chameleons fed the regular crickets compensated by increasing th... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ray Smith @ Tuesday, 30th June 2009 @ 9:18 PM

So many benefits can be obtained from choosing the right cat or kitten, but it can be a difficult choice. So they may experience the pleasures of growth, many people choose to adopt a kitten. Others will choose an adult cat, because they do not have the tolerance, patience and energy to deal with the training involved with owning a kitten, i.e. litter training, furniture climbing and the curious nature of all kittens. Also, since adult cats are less likely to be adopted than their cuter ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Tuesday, 30th June 2009 @ 7:23 PM

Its been two weeks of heck giving your cat antibiotics and your finished up her medication a few days ago. Now you notice that she started back in straining at the litter box during urination. You have a sneaky feeling that your cat still has a feline UTI. You know she is hurting and all you want to know is just "What Kills Urinary Tract Infection In Cats?" Here's a story of a young 2 year old female cat that represents the frustration and disappointment of treating a feline... more...

Pets and Animals | By Michael Gonet @ Tuesday, 30th June 2009 @ 2:24 AM

There is no doubt about it; dog lovers do love their dogs. After all they are man's best friend. Last year alone, in 2008, dog owners spent a whopping 85 billion dollars on their furry little friends. Many of these folks love to show off their love for the breed of their choice. Some of the most requested trinkets for dog lovers are earrings. These are usually miniature dogs made of some type of material hanging from shepherds hook earrings. Another popular item is a single dog hanging from... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tristan Andrews @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 9:32 PM

Dogs like toys and they will make a toy, if you don't give them one. They will chew sticks in the yard or furniture in the house. Your canine friend will race away with your slippers, shoes or a pillow. You can come home to find pillow stuffing scattered around the house. Dog toys keep your dog from being bored when he is home alone and from chewing up your things. The safety of the toys you give your dog is important and keeping items out of his reach that he could hurt himself wit... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tristan Andrews @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 9:01 PM

When your dog grows older, you'll still want to care for him as well as you can. At this stage of his life, an orthopedic bed may be in order. Orthopedic beds that are made with medical-grade orthopedic foam are perfect for easing pressure on your dogs joints and will shape according to the contour of your dog, each time he lays down. Some orthopedic dog beds have quilted covers that can be removed and washed. These covers come in different designs and the zippers are covered. You ca... more...

Pets and Animals | By Bryan Hough @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 8:39 PM

Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, or jogging, or frequently venture outdoors for any other reason, you are exposing yourself to a range of attacks from both domesticated and wild animals. Animal attacks don't just happen in the wilderness; dogs and other animals can attack you on jogging trails or in other suburban or urban locations. In fact, with cities encroaching more and more into formerly wild areas, wild animal attacks will continue to increase in frequency. If you're wo... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tristan Andrews @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 7:28 PM

If you take your dog boating then a dog life jacket can keep your dog floating and visible if he jumps overboard or to let him swim. Dog life jackets are adjustable and they come in various fashion designs. Perhaps, you take your dog hunting, so a reflective dog vest would be useful. Some reflective vests are made to also protect your dog's stomach and chest from cuts or scratches and any other irritation to his skin while hunting. Jackets that protect your canine friend from the wea... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tristan Andrews @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 6:54 PM

Dog collars are great for attaching your dogs tags to and for attaching a leash and walking your dog. There are a great variety of dog collars on the market. With all of the choices, you can find the right one for your pet. An innovative kind of dog collar is a type that seems like a muzzle, but isn't a muzzle. It lets your dog open his mouth to do anything he normally does with his mouth open; this collar doesn't engage your dogs pulling instinct like a regular collar does. It ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tristan Andrews @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 3:12 PM

When you buy dog food for your pooch, it is best to make a comparison of foods. First, read the label. When looking at the label see if meat is the first or second ingredient. Are the other ingredients of high quality? The ingredients are listed as the first being the main ingredient and the order descends into ingredients with less weight each time. Some of the least desirable ingredients in dog food that are not good for your dog are: corn, chicken byproducts, chicken byproduct meal, B... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 8:52 AM

Most dog owners will be able to tell you that dealing with an aggressive dog that bites is not an easy task. Having a cruel dog can be a never ending nightmare. You will probably have the feeling that you are continually waiting for something to go wrong. This can be you dog breaking loose and biting someone, or just being aggressive toward your family members. This article will give you some information on how to deal with dog biting. Luckily you do not have to be fearful all the time an... more...

Pets and Animals | By Judy Jantzen @ Monday, 29th June 2009 @ 2:31 AM

You probably have some kind of health insurance plan for your family so why not have a health insurance plan for your cat. That is essentially what cat insurance is. Cats develop health problems just like humans do. If you have an older cat or one that was very expensive to buy, or one that is of a breed that is known to have certain medical problems then cat insurance becomes even more important. Based on your own budget and needs you can purchase exactly what range of coverage y... more...

Pets and Animals | By Anika Woods @ Thursday, 25th June 2009 @ 9:27 PM

A bird aviary is an enclosure or unit that is used to house birds. It is mostly constructed and kept outdoors. Constructing a bird aviary is fairly easy but there some certain factors to consider when deciding the location or place to put the bird aviary. A bird aviary has to be constructed in a way the keeps the birds protected from snow, sunlight, thunderstorms or rain, intruders should not access the aviary easily, it should be away from noisy roads and avoid placing it under a tree b... more...

Pets and Animals | By Maurice Castle @ Thursday, 25th June 2009 @ 2:25 AM

Lindsey is a wonderful dog store owner in South Philadelphia and believes there is a rank and file to dog collar accessories. Here is her list of absolutely must have dog collars. 10. Flea Collar? Does your dog have fleas? A flea collar may help cut down on this problem. They are really cheap and come in a variety of colors! 9. Bark Collar Barking dogs breaking city noise ordinances? Put an electric collar on your dog to prevent them from barking. A bark sense a small, uncomfortab... more...

Pets and Animals | By Robert Hillman @ Wednesday, 24th June 2009 @ 6:35 PM

When you are looking for a large chicken coop, there a several important things to take into consideration,before you decide on a design.By following a few simple steps,you will save yourself a lot of time and money and get to a much quicker result. Steps For Choosing A Large Chicken Coop. Step 1: Consider How Many Chickens To Have You will certainly need a large chicken coop if you are going to have more that ten chickens in your coop. This is the one occasion where 'Size ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Chris Smith @ Wednesday, 24th June 2009 @ 6:29 PM

Dogs have been with us, companions to mankind, for centuries. All those centuries we have been carefully breeding them to meet our greatest needs. The result is a broad array of different dogs, each breed or blend of breeds providing a slightly different set of traits depending on what type of work our ancestors were aiming for. Some dogs make great herders, some great hunters. Some are brilliant trackers. Some, sadly, were bred to fight: to fight other dogs, to fight in wars, to fight wi... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Wednesday, 24th June 2009 @ 6:19 PM

If your cat's feline urinary infection really has you baffled read on. Our cats are amazing creatures. When they get sick they deal with it and we don't know they are sick. But sometimes they do display some odd behavior. Sometimes they may squat on the edge of the litter box for a v-e-r-y l-o-n-g time and not produce anything. Then an hour later you may find a puddle of urine on the bathroom floor. Even more bizarre you may find cat urine in the shower stall. When you inspect i... more...

Pets and Animals | By Debbie Davis @ Wednesday, 24th June 2009 @ 2:39 PM

If your cat is not using the litter box consistently or even at all, here are 6 things to try that could make a huge difference to your cat and you. 1. Keep it Clean--Your cat's nose is much more sensitive than human noses. So keeping the litter box clean and inviting is one of the easiest ways you can entice your cat to use the litter box rather than your carpet or rugs. 2. Fine Tune the Location--Cats need their privacy too. Placing the litter box in a place that is ea... more...