Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Patrick Omari @ Thursday, 9th October 2008 @ 9:02 AM

Many people don't consider the United Kingdom to have much variety in terms of wildlife. The country is densely populated and extremely urbanised with precious few areas for wild animals to flourish. The most successful species are those that can live alongside humans in towns and cities. While the country cannot compete for variety with many others there are still a large range of animals living on the British Isles. One of the most controversial animals living in Britain is the fox... more...

Pets and Animals | By Aydan Corkern @ Thursday, 9th October 2008 @ 3:38 AM

Do you know why some birds migrate every year to the same place? It is set in their way of life. It's just like the bears that will sleep all winter and will know when to wake up in the spring. Another plant that does the same thing is our tree. They will bloom in the spring and lose all their leaves in the fall. The only thing different about the trees is that they don't move from one place to the other. Our birds fly from one place on our planet to the other every spring and ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Wednesday, 8th October 2008 @ 8:35 PM

Caring dog owners are discovering that keeping their pet locked inside the home for long hours often leads to a canine urinary tract infection. There are several clues suggesting your dog may be suffering from this painful problem. Implementing natural remedies into his diet and some simple changes into your daily routine can help prevent a dog urinary tract infection. Let's face it. One of the most frustrating and painful conditions you personally may contract is a urinary tract in... more...

Pets and Animals | By James M. Lawrence @ Wednesday, 8th October 2008 @ 5:52 AM

If a home aquarium is a microcosmic world, we play a godlike role when we introduce a new fish species: choose poorly and mayhem or the loss of animals may result; choose intelligently and years of beauty and fascinating behaviors can be our reward. As stewards of creatures from coral reefs and rainforest streams, our first goal is to keep our fishes alive and healthy. Here are 7 questions to ask before buying a new fish to add to your aquarium: Scott Michael, aquarium autho... more...

Pets and Animals | By Matt Chang @ Tuesday, 7th October 2008 @ 11:39 PM

Pet sitting is a great thing for you when you are going away or aren't able to be there to take care of your pet for a short time. Instead of a kennel, you may want to consider having them taken care of by a sitter in your own home. While there are many benefits to pet sitting, there are some drawbacks. The number one thing that most owners are complaining about with pet sitting is how much is costs. Pet care givers often ask for a lot of money to take care of your pets while you are... more...

Pets and Animals | By Art Gib @ Tuesday, 7th October 2008 @ 7:05 AM

During the season we duck hunt every day. Not every few days or on weekends, but every day one or more of the "Pawlet Duck Club" is on the water somewhere in our little valley, tossing decoys into the river. This year, "setting the dekes" became one of the most pleasurable parts of the hunt as we all upgraded to new cork decoys that are certainly the finest production cork decoys ever built. Our little river now hosts a resplendent flotilla of magnificent decoys that would draw a... more...

Pets and Animals | By James M. Lawrence @ Tuesday, 7th October 2008 @ 4:56 AM

Previously unknown to scientists, divers, and even observant aquarium keepers, a secret form of communication between coral reef fishes has been discovered. Because red light downwelling from the sun is selectively absorbed by seawater, scientists have long assumed that red light is of little importance to reef fishes in shallower waters less than 33 ft. (10 m) deep where blue-green light dominates. Now a team of researchers has discovered that 32 different reef fishes from 16 gene... more...

Pets and Animals | By Roger Munns @ Tuesday, 7th October 2008 @ 12:51 AM

Pony trekking has gained immense popularity in Spain in recent years. Few better ways exist to combine balmy weather, gorgeous scenery and horseback riding into one vacation. Pony trekking holidays draw equine fans from all over the world to sunny Spain. One travel publication lists Spain as one of the top 10 destinations for pony trekking holidays. Spain is already renowned the world over for its climate and geography. Spain's biggest tourism draw is its nearly year-round sunshine, ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Gary Vaughn @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 10:56 PM

When you have been in the "wild" for a number of days without a bath or a shave, how do you feel? Pretty raunchy, right? You're totally ready to wash all that gunk off of you and start to resemble a normal human being again. Well, the same is true for your dog, up to a certain point. Yes, it's true that dogs don't have a system of logic going on in their brains that tells them that they smell bad. Neither do you. Yours is a learned behavior. Early man stunk, fol... more...

Pets and Animals | By james crihfield @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 10:32 PM

If you suddenly wake up one morning to realize that your Moroccan love seat is already torn, then there is a huge possibility that the main culprit is your puppy. The common dog behavior of chewing can be literally destructive and downright annoying that you have to take the necessary measures to start correcting this bad dog behavior. For starters, you can do the following: 1. Take command of the situation and dog-proof your home. Dog-proofing your home means taking whatsoever yo... more...

Pets and Animals | By Art Gib @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 7:03 PM

Over the course of thousands of years, humans and dogs have forged a strong bond. If our dogs become too dependent on us, however, they can suffer extreme anxiety attacks when left alone. This serious distress can manifest itself as destructive behavior, constant, high-pitched barking, or loss of bowel and/or bladder control. You can help your dog develop a healthy attachment to you while fostering a sense of independence. Solutions 1. If your dog is a puppy, chewing is part of the... more...

Pets and Animals | By Gloria Gangi @ Monday, 6th October 2008 @ 2:45 PM

Does your cat have a kidney problem? Then you are not only going to need to learn more cat information in general so that you can comprehend the animal better but as well you are going to need to produce a proper feline kidney diet. Changing to a feline kidney diet will help in a number of ways; it is going to make certain that your cat is receiving all the nutrition they require to strive. A feline kidney diet needs to include special vitamins and minerals than you do not generally get... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Sunday, 5th October 2008 @ 4:02 PM

The Cockapoo is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a cocker spaniel and a miniature poodle, classified as an F1. Since the cockapoo is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. This hybrid is very popular since the best of both breeds seem to come through. The Cockapoo breeding is among the oldest of what are referred to as designer dogs. Cocker spaniels and poodles are both intelligent and good natured dogs that enjoy the company of people and take wel... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jenny Jordan @ Saturday, 4th October 2008 @ 5:02 PM

Want to know why your pet acts the way he does? Maybe what you need to do is check out the pet horoscopes? These have become very popular of late, and seem to help people from all over the world. People want to know what the future brings for their pet. For the true pet lover, these horoscopes are more than just a gimmick. They are a way of better knowing what their pets personality is like. Pet horoscopes define themselves just as human horoscopes do. They are ruled by the location of t... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jenny Jordan @ Saturday, 4th October 2008 @ 4:49 PM

"We can judge the heart of a man by his treatment of animals," as stated by Immanual Kant. The truth is that no one loves you the way your dog does. To him you are the greatest thing on earth. He thinks you are a marvelous provider. He's there to great you every time you get home. He is ready to do anything you want. So, the best thing you can do for him is buy him the best tasting and healthiest dog food available. Some times that can be difficult, especially because dog f... more...

Pets and Animals | By Lance Thorington @ Saturday, 4th October 2008 @ 4:44 PM

Going with all-natural made dog food is not a bad thing, especially with everything that is going on in the commercial dog food industry. The main issue in the dog food industry is the quality, or lack there of, the commercial dog foods that are being bought and sold to many dogs owners, which is causing the dogs to become sick. With that being said, natural dog food is the safe and healthy alternative for dogs to eat - with out the fillers and harmful chemicals that causes them to become... more...

Pets and Animals | By Chad Wiley @ Friday, 3rd October 2008 @ 5:37 PM

There are many things to consider when you are getting ready to purchase a pet for your family, and most people have and idea of what type of animal they would like to purchase. No matter what type of pet your are looking to purchase there are several things that you need to consider before you make your final pet selection. Some pet require more attention and help than others, for instance cats do not require as much assistance as dogs do. Dogs tend to become very attached to their owne... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Friday, 3rd October 2008 @ 3:28 PM

Cat urinary tract health care remains one of the top challenges facing caring cat owners. Be on the lookout for the symptoms cats show when they have poor cat urinary tract health or other feline urinary tract disorder(FLUTD). You or someone you know probably has endured the human version of a urinary tract infection. There is an intense, persistent urge to urinate accompanied by a burning sensation when urinating. The urine has a strong odor and there may even be blood in the urine. ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Dee Power @ Friday, 3rd October 2008 @ 7:39 AM

Are you considering a canine companion, a hound to have around, or a puppy pal? There are pros and cons to considering puppies vs. adult dogs. Puppies are great fun, but plenty of work. Puppies need a great deal of attention, much more care and training and lots and lots of play time. Puppies cannot be left alone as long as adult dogs. They must be watched at all times or kept in a secure place such as a crate when you can't watch them. They need frequent trips outside to relieve themselves... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 7:24 PM

The Bich Poo is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Bichon Frise and a Poodle, classified as an F1. Since the Bich Poo is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. Bich Poos are energetic and prone to mischief when left alone but are intelligent and good natured dogs who enjoy the company of people. Both the Bichon and the Poodle are very sociable and take well to training, but they can be stubborn. The coat color will vary widely. The Bich Poo will pr... more...