Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By james crihfield @ Wednesday, 24th September 2008 @ 1:26 PM

Understanding dog barking is the key to stopping unwanted dog barking. Now a lot of people have a viewpoint that a good dog is a quiet dog. This is the furthest thing from the truth. There are some situations that a dog will always bark in. Dogs do not view barking like we do. Barking is their voice, and they used it for communication. If there is one thing you need to know about a certain dog behavior like whining or barking, it is the fact that he does it for a reason. Most reasons... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Wednesday, 24th September 2008 @ 7:52 AM

If your pets are anything like mine, they may come off as omnivores. My Akita mix is likely to eat anything that does not eat him first. One of my cats has acquired a taste for tomato bisque and all of my dogs enjoy green pepper, zucchini and lettuce. As for my horse, she would drink all of my beer if she had the chance. There is not much harm in feeding our pets human foods. However, there are some foods that our animal friends should definitely avoid. In addition to foods, certain plan... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Wednesday, 24th September 2008 @ 5:32 AM

Grooming is something most people take for granted. We primp and preen, bath and strive to maintain a good physical appearance. Good grooming habits contribute not only to appearance but to overall good health. The responsibilities that come with owning a dog are many and our pet dogs rely on us to provide them with all the necessities of life. Food, shelter, proper veterinary care and a lot of love are at heart of what our dogs expect and deserve. Just as important is a grooming routine. Good d... more...

Pets and Animals | By Mitch Endick @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 11:23 PM

For as long as I can remember, clay based cat litter was the standard. Clay based cat litter was always inexpensive and reasonably effective. The trick was to keep the nasty bits scooped out and change the litter at a reasonable interval. When to change the litter was fairly easy to figure out since the clay would absorb only so much urine. Several cats I have had the pleasure to own over the years were not shy about telling when they thought it was time to clean the litter box. Prior to ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Paul Gray @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 9:46 PM

To select horses for a breeding program you should make your selection based first on disposition, conformation and athletic ability, pedigree, compatability of color with our strain. If you find a horse that possesses all of these qualities and it happens to be homozygous, (possessing two identical forms (alleles) of a particular gene, one inherited from each parent, for breeding true that's great, if not, you may try to cross it with one that is. Others, select horses for their rug... more...

Pets and Animals | By Peter Clark @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 4:29 PM

The use of dog crates by dog owners is increasing. Gradually more and more dog owners are getting crates for their dogs. Is this a good or a bad thing? Is it cruel to put your dog in a dog crate, or are there good reasons to crate your dog? Dogs are, of course, descended from thousands or millions of years of generations of wild dogs, and the instincts generated by those inumerable generations of breeding remain. Whilst your dog might seem like a wonderful, playful energetic house ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Tatyana Turner @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 1:55 PM

Are you thinking of building a koi pond in your garden? Bringing these gorgeous fish in your garden is an interesting hobby and it is not as complicated as you might think. With the proper pond maintanance decorative koi fish have a long life span and some can become almost a meter long. Follow these tips to build your garden pond for fish properly so your beautiful fish will live long and happy life. Make your pond deep Depth of your pond is very important. You pond should be at ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Amy Nutt @ Tuesday, 23rd September 2008 @ 8:02 AM

Dog allergies are fairly common and can be the cause of dry, itchy skin. If your dog is scratching a lot, he could be suffering from environmental allergens like pollen and dust, or even from inflammation caused by flea bites. Another source of itching could be the shampoo or grooming products used on your pooch. This is because a dog's skin is ten times more sensitive his caretaker's. This makes them highly susceptible to the irritants found in their surroundings. Gettin... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ozzie Freedom @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 7:48 PM

Have you always wanted to train your dog but could not afford a professional trainer? Although professional dog trainers have their merits and are certainly highly skilled, it is just as possible to train your dog at home to a standard that is just as good as the experts do it. The plethora of books, ebooks and websites dedicated to dog training make it easy and affordable to train your dog just like a professional trainer. There are many reasons why people want to train their dogs. Mainl... more...

Pets and Animals | By Aydan Corkern @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 6:40 PM

If you have ever been bitten by a fire ant, you know what it feels like. Have you ever heard the phrase "I've got ants in my pants"? Well, you will feel that when you walk over an ant hill. They will get in your pants and bite you, and it will feel like your skin is on fire. You will need to scratch your itch to make it stop. They bite you all over your legs, and you will have red bumps. These red bumps will grow white fluids, and they look very nasty. They can spread and damage cat... more...

Pets and Animals | By Sanjib Sarkar @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 5:04 PM

Homeopathy has started to become a very popular method for treatment of animals. Many critics say this form of alternative medicine does not work. The results homeopathy gives are due to the fact that people think they have taken something that will help them get better. This phenomenon is called the placebo effect. However, pets getting better after taking this type of medicine seems to contradict the placebo effect. Throughout Europe and Asia many veterinarians practice treating ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Knight Pierce Hirst @ Monday, 22nd September 2008 @ 2:50 PM

The pentail tree shrew is a mouselike mammal that lives in the Malaysian rainforest. Shrews are nocturnal and spend most nights drinking nectar, their favorite being from bertam palm flowers. These flowers contain a yeast that ferments the nectar into 3.8% alcohol - as in beer. Although shrews consume a human equivalent of nine glasses a night, they never get intoxicated. Researchers surmise that's because shrews have a metabolism that detoxifies alcohol quickly - making them the perfect pa... more...

Pets and Animals | By Aydan Corkern @ Friday, 19th September 2008 @ 8:17 AM

There is really only one thing that we might love almost as much as our children and that would be our pets. People these days can pamper a pet with as much love, affection, and material things as children sometimes. There has probably never been another time in history when pets like cats and dogs have had it so very good. In America we spend enormous amounts of money each and every year buying for the pets we cherish. The money spent includes their health care bills, their food, clothing, beli... more...

Pets and Animals | By MIKE SELVON @ Thursday, 18th September 2008 @ 12:10 PM

You do not have to own horse tack to own a horse but if you are going to ride this animal then you will need some equipment to ride him as well as equipment to help take care of him properly. Tack needs to be properly taken care of but first you need to know the basics of what to get and what it is made of. If you do not know all of the pieces that you need, along with how to use them then the pieces of horse tack are pretty much useless to you. In this article we will cover some of thos... more...

Pets and Animals | By Chad Wiley @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 11:48 PM

As a pet owner it should be your primary focus to have dog that is trained and obedient. One reason for this is that trained dogs are better behaved and have a less likely chance of lashing out at a human. Due to dog attacks many neighborhoods are requiring that all dogs be trained as well. This applies even more so to breed that are thought to have aggression issues such as pit bulls and rottweilers are at the top of this list. Training your dog well make her more enjoyable for the fa... more...

Pets and Animals | By Amy Nutt @ Tuesday, 16th September 2008 @ 10:06 PM

Just like people, dogs have separation anxiety. As for what causes it, there are many. As a result, the dog and the owner can have quite the difficult experience. Overcoming the separation anxiety can be work, but it pays off for both the dog and the owner in the end because it is healthier and makes the overall environment more bearable. However, you have to determine that what your dog is suffering from is really separation anxiety. Separation anxiety can mimic a number of other issues... more...

Pets and Animals | By Rachael Wood @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 9:52 PM

Over the last 5 years, the range and quality of pet accessories available to you and your bundle of fun has increased dramatically, and nowadays our four legged friends are almost just as well accessorised as we are! There are accessories to enhance your pet's appearance, to make life easier for you as the owner and to make sure your pup gets everything they need. However, whilst the collection of products available grows, as the owner of an online pet boutique, I know there still re... more...

Pets and Animals | By Emil Raal @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 11:05 AM

When it comes to cat health there is a lot of information available out there, even down to the health information of different cat breeds. Possibly the most important cat health information regardless of the breed is the common cat diseases your pet may be at risk of getting. There are a few very common diseases all cats can get and we will explore a couple of them here. It is vital that you are aware of the potential risks your cat may face so you can be prepared should you notice any s... more...

Pets and Animals | By Ki Gray @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 11:01 AM

The Austin Zoo is home to over 100 different species of animals, and there are over 300 animals living at the zoo. The zoo is located west of Austin on Rawhide Trail, which can be found by turning off of Highway 290 West shortly after its intersection with Highway 71 West, onto Thomas Springs Road, which intersects with Rawhide Trail a few miles down the road The Austin Zoo includes educational facilities and beautifully landscaped grounds and gardens, as well as habitats for bears, lions... more...

Pets and Animals | By Gloria Gangi @ Monday, 15th September 2008 @ 10:37 AM

There are many types of cats, you have your exotic cats, you have your domestic tabby cats and then you have your more unusual rare cat breeds. If you are looking for a rare cat breed then you have a few options that your can choose from. Here we will discuss the Sphinx and the British Shorthair, both rare and both very beautiful cats. Sphinx The Sphinx is a rare cat breed that you might want to think about and one of the most unforgettable since they are hairless. In fact the Sphi... more...