Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 7:23 PM

The Catahoula Bulldog is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Catahoula Leopard Dog and a Bulldog, classified as an F1. Since the Catahoula Bulldog is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. The Catahoula Bulldog is said to be loyal and attentive. Despite of this trait, the owner will need to be firm control of the training regimen. The Catahoula Bulldog is a natural herd dog, with lots of stamina. Large and powerful, this is not a dog that would take... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 7:03 PM

As pet owners we have a special and serious responsibility to care for out animal friends. Whether we own dogs, cats, rabbits or other clawed pet, proper grooming techniques can keep our furry friends happy and healthy. As with any aspect of pet grooming, there are right ways and wrong ways to perform the important task of trimming an animals claws. Using the proper trimming tools and keeping your pet calm during the procedure can reduce the amount of anxiety felt by both the animal and the owne... more...

Pets and Animals | By Amy Nutt @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 5:44 PM

Rescue dogs are frequently used to aid in finding missing people, whether in avalanche areas or in the forest, since they have such a fine sense of smell. Just one dog can do the work of nearly two dozen rescue workers, by covering the same amount of ground in a fraction of the time and far more thoroughly. But how are these dogs chosen and what type of dog training do they go through? The Selection Process Most rescue dogs are chosen as puppies. The first selection is usually done... more...

Pets and Animals | By Dee Power @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 2:24 AM

There's no question that parents child proof their house. Should you puppy proof as well? Yes you should. Puppies can get into all sorts of trouble even if you're just around the corner in the next room. Even well behaved puppies are curious about their surroundings. They explore with their mouths. If you aren't crating your puppy or dog when you leave, make sure the area where they're confined has fresh water. Don't put water in a crate. It can easily spi... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Thursday, 2nd October 2008 @ 12:40 AM

Cats, whether they live indoors or outside are finicky about the condition of their claws. If you have indoor cats, keeping their claws properly trimmed is important for many reasons. In order to keep their claws sharp, cats use a variety of methods and materials. For indoor cats, the material of choice can often be the rugs, carpets, clothing and the furniture. Even when owners provide an alternative like a scratching post, Fluffy may find that the furniture is more convenient or just more fun.... more...

Pets and Animals | By Miarti Tal @ Wednesday, 1st October 2008 @ 1:14 AM

A dog will be examined to see if it fulfills the specific standards or not during a dog shows, breed shows or conformation shows. It is often conducted by kennel clubs and breed clubs. Where only special breeds are examined, they are commonly called specialty shows. Prior to the show, judges of the show have already set standards. To choose dogs which match the set standards during the show is extremely difficult because the judgements made should be completely subjective. Not only is one... more...

Pets and Animals | By Logan Williams @ Tuesday, 30th September 2008 @ 10:05 PM

Dog owners have a special bond with their dogs, which is very similar to the connection people have with their very own kids. Kids today, often are given simple cell phones to help parents keep track of them. There are no similar products out there for Dog owners in the form of a GPS dog collar. I'm sure you've felt the terror when your dog goes missing. You don't have to feel that terror any longer since GPS dog tracking systems are here to save the day. Another great use for t... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ranju Kumar @ Tuesday, 30th September 2008 @ 1:52 PM

Many people love dogs. This is for the reason that, dogs have the ability to bring joy to your life, entertain you and also can be a good companion for our lives. Also they will play important roles in our lives by protecting us from thieves and even from dangers. But it is common that all of us may face few problems from them, such as peeing, barking unnecessarily, destroying your shoes, rug or furniture, barking at neighbors kids and so on. If you want to train them properly to stop al... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ranju Kumar @ Tuesday, 30th September 2008 @ 1:05 PM

If you need a well behaved dog, then it is necessary to train a dog properly. This is because, dog is a social animal and it will act aggressively sometime. It is true that dogs are like human being and they like to live in a group. This is the reason why dogs will be always faithful, playful and just fun to be around. So, many people want to train their puppy/dog before he turns into a little monster, and develop all the annoying and embarrassing behaviors. By training them dog owners w... more...

Pets and Animals | By Matt Chang @ Tuesday, 30th September 2008 @ 10:39 AM

A dog's bark serves many purposes. It is used as a form of communication with each other and is also for communication to the owners as a warning of potential trespassers. You may have a problem with your dog's bark, but before you about trying to stop it, make sure you know that it is not from either of the two reasons for communication. If you need to stop your dog from challenging you, also know as dominance barking, then a citronella anti-bark collar may be for you. This article wi... more...

Pets and Animals | By Matt Chang @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 11:56 PM

Let me guess ... I bet that you love your pet, but there is only one or two things you'd like to change. It's things like digging, or perhaps jumping over the fence, or what about the barking? One thing you want to think about using to help with this kind of situation is citronella collars. These are rather popular these days as a training method. Let's take a look at the citronella collars a little more closely. Dealing with these are all common problems, but without the ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 5:30 PM

The Puggle is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Beagle and a Pug, classified as an F1. Since the Puggle is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. Beagles are loyal, energetic, are prone to mischief when left alone and can be hard to train. In contrast, Pugs are intelligent and good natured dogs who enjoy the company of people and take well to training. Both breeds can be sociable but may be stubborn at times. Given the diversity of these traits, i... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Monday, 29th September 2008 @ 4:05 PM

The Pugapoo is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Poodle and a Pug, classified as an F1. Since the Pugapoo is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary, taking the square, muscular appearance of the Pug or the leaner build of the Poodle. Pugs are intelligent and good natured dogs that enjoy the company of people and take well to training. The Poodle is very intelligent and loves to be around people. The combination of these two breeds is thought to be ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Peter Clark @ Sunday, 28th September 2008 @ 9:54 PM

Dog crates, including wooden dog crates, are a great idea. Whilst some maintain that to crate your dog is cruel, there are many reasons why a crate for your dog is a great idea. And wooden dog crates make some of the best. Why would you want to crate a dog? Well if you think about it there's good reasons to do so. All dogs are a result of their breeding. They are descended from thousands of years of wild dogs, specifically wolves, and have instincts that are derived from all those ge... more...

Pets and Animals | By Daniel Millions @ Sunday, 28th September 2008 @ 9:27 PM

One of the most fun things that you can do when you are training your dog is teach your dog how to do dog tricks. There are a great variety of dog tricks that your pooch can do, depending on its size and weight. There are some dog tricks that are more suitable for some dogs than other dogs. If you are uncertain about a dog trick, your dog will show you its preference for one trick over another by its behavior when you try to get the dog to do the trick. For instance, if a dog is uncomfor... more...

Pets and Animals | By Daniel Millions @ Sunday, 28th September 2008 @ 8:01 PM

Puppy training can begin along with house training, almost as soon as you arrive home with your pet. Encourage the puppy to sit before you place its food in front of it. The puppy will probably not respond at first, but will soon sit almost instinctively. Show the puppy what is requires by applying gentle pressure over its hindquarters, placing your thumb and finger on each side of its hips. Sitting is a natural posture for a dog, so it will adopt this position readily. You can reinforce... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Sunday, 28th September 2008 @ 9:54 AM

The Cavadoo is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and a Poodle, classified as an F1. Since the Cavadoo is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary but most share similar traits. The Cavapoo is also known as the Cavadoodle. Behavior traits of the Cavadoo can vary though regarded as generally good. They may sometimes come off as overly needy and wanting of attention. The overall good nature of the Cavadoo makes it easy to t... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Saturday, 27th September 2008 @ 10:13 PM

The Dorgi is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Welsh Corgi and a Dachshund, classified as an F1. Since the Dorgi is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. The ears will resemble those of the Corgi parent. And, like the Dachshund and Corgi, the Dorgi has a low maintenance coat. Both the Welsh Corgi and the Dachshund are fun-loving, good natured and love the company of humans. Affectionate and intelligent, both breeds and take well to training, thou... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Saturday, 27th September 2008 @ 9:47 PM

The Affenhuahua is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Affenpinscher and Chihuahua, classified as an F1. Since the Affenhuahua is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. Affenpinschers are known as tenacious little dogs with a gentle streak. The breed originated in Europe and was primarily a ratter. Most Affenpinschers are born black and will retain that color while sporting a curly coat. They are considered to quite trainable but can prove to be stu... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Saturday, 27th September 2008 @ 9:45 PM

One of the newest trends in dog breeding today is the designer dog. Designer dogs often referred to as hybrids, have caught on with a growing number of pet owners. There is debate brewing over whether these designer pups are worth the price many folks are willing to pay. Many breeders of purebred dogs are skeptical of the trend can contend that crossbreeding can result in medical and genetic problems. Supporters of the practice dismiss these concerns, with many hybrid breeders claiming th... more...