Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By Jack Price @ Sunday, 22nd August 2010 @ 4:54 AM

Using a bicycle dog jogger allows you to exercise your dog safely while you are ridding your bike. The best thing about a bicycle dog jogger is that your dog is not limited to an exercise regime that involves walking around the block once every few days, which unfortunately is the most common form of exercising a pet dog. 1. A bicycle dog jogger is designed to safely exercise your dog with your bike. 2. Socialize your dog to the environment before training. 3. Dogs with a c... more...

Pets and Animals | By Phoenix Delray @ Thursday, 19th August 2010 @ 7:36 PM

Looking at pictures from horse races along with photo finish pictures can be fun in the sense that if you love horses there are many details that you can look at in the photos themselves. Horse enthusiasts use pictures from horse races as a hobby and can easily find many different photos from prized races throughout the years. There have been a lot of photo finishes throughout history of horse racing and many pictures from a horse races the Kentucky Derby, the Breeders Cup, and other $1,000,00... more...

Pets and Animals | By William F Gabriel @ Thursday, 19th August 2010 @ 12:07 AM

Most rabbit pet owners know that even if they have a rabbit cage, they still need a fox proof rabbit run. These two are indispensable partners, if you want to have a healthy and happy rabbit in your possession. The cage The rabbit cage is an indoor housing to accommodate your rabbit. It should be large enough to give it room to move around. Rabbit experts recommend that the cage be at least four to five times the size of your rabbit when it is already full grown. It must be as high... more...

Pets and Animals | By William F Gabriel @ Thursday, 19th August 2010 @ 12:06 AM

Do you keep your rabbit inside you house all of the time because you fear that some harm can come to it? There is not so much to fear, there are rabbit runs available in stores or you can make one, so your rabbit can have more fun and exercise and be the rabbit that it is. Why not consider a rabbit run Those who have rabbits for pet know that rabbits need exercise, sunlight and plenty of fresh air. Keeping the pet rabbit in the house or in a cage, without so much human interaction ... more...

Pets and Animals | By William F Gabriel @ Thursday, 19th August 2010 @ 12:06 AM

Because your pet rabbit needs to have adequate exercise and play, and have at the same time sunlight and air, the solution to it is the fox proof rabbit run. This type of rabbit enclosure not only meets the demand for space the rabbit needs but also provides a great degree of protection to the rabbit from physical harm by predators such as foxes, dogs, opossums, weasels and many others that may be there just waiting for a chance to get your pet. But one question that comes to mind... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jack Price @ Wednesday, 18th August 2010 @ 9:48 PM

It is every dog owner's worst nightmare. You hear the screech of brakes followed by a thud, and rush out to see your dog lying injured by the side of the road. Your distress can make it hard to think straight! Although it's easier said than done, don't panic. If your dog sees that you are upset, it will make them even more anxious. The first thing to do is to ask a passer-by to phone your veterinarian to let them know you are on the way. If your dog is seriously h... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Wednesday, 18th August 2010 @ 9:38 PM

The bottom line is that feline arthritis is a disease that is centered on the joints. The different types of arthritis cats diseases are bacterial arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis. It can cause a significant amount of pain, stiffness and swelling. The causes can be due to trauma or infection in the joints, degenerative changes in her skeletal structure and possibly even metabolic disturbances. Generally, arthritis pain in cats sets in when they reach nine years. However,... more...

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Wednesday, 18th August 2010 @ 3:27 PM

Separation anxiety is among the most commonplace disorders that a dog can develop, and is understood to be a state of panic resulting from the dog's separation from her owner(s). Since dogs are social animals and need loads of company and interaction with others, it only goes without saying that they will not be content being separated very much. Their nervousness and anxiety will intensify if this problem is not dealt with rapidly. The indicators are fairly distinctive, but recogniz... more...

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Wednesday, 18th August 2010 @ 11:06 AM

Separation anxiety is among the most widespread disorders that your dog can get, and pertains to a state of panic caused by the dog's separation from her owner(s). Since dogs are social animals and need an abundance of company and interaction with others, it basically goes without saying that they will not be content being separated a whole lot. Their nervousness and anxiety will intensify if this type of problem is not attended to quickly. The indicators are quite eye-catching, but ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Guy Christopher @ Wednesday, 18th August 2010 @ 9:56 AM

Separation anxiety is among the most commonly encountered disorders which a dog can produce, and is understood to be a state of panic attributable to the dog's separation from her owner(s). Since dogs are social animals and need a lot of company and interaction with others, it simply goes without saying that they will not be content being separated a great deal. Their nervousness and anxiety will intensify if the issue is not tackled right away. The signs and symptoms are fairly eye-... more...

Pets and Animals | By William F Gabriel @ Tuesday, 17th August 2010 @ 8:36 AM

If you know what it takes to have a pet rabbit, you will be better prepared in getting one for your family. It is not only housing it in a cage inside your house but also making provisions for outdoor play and exercise such as in a rabbit run. Will you buy it or make it? One of the factors that determine the type of run you will have is of course your budget. There are many runs sold even at online stores that will surely fascinate you and tickle your imagination so that you feel y... more...

Pets and Animals | By William F Gabriel @ Tuesday, 17th August 2010 @ 8:29 AM

One of the newest in living style of pet rabbits today is what they call the double rabbit hutch. It is much touted by some as one that is fit for a king and by some as one that will help you avoid some troubles for your pet rabbit. But how is it different from the old fashioned rabbit cage? The double rabbit hutch and the rabbit cage Pet rabbit lovers and other people who have interest in pet rabbits (those in the business of selling or manufacturing cages, hutches and ru... more...

Pets and Animals | By Lawrence White @ Tuesday, 17th August 2010 @ 8:17 AM

Having the chance to buy dog food through the internet can make your life easier and save you much time. Chances are you love your dog and you want to do the best to show this love and care. Online dog food has all this advantages and it is convenient for you as well. There are however some things that you should check before making your purchase. The first thing you should check when you visit a site is shipping information. Before you start your order, check if they ship to your country... more...

Pets and Animals | By Lawrence White @ Tuesday, 17th August 2010 @ 8:07 AM

One aspect of dog food that has been in discussion for a long time and has engaged the thought processes of many veterinarians and dog lovers is what constitutes working dog food and how does one draw a difference between normal dog food and one for working dogs. In fact the definition of working dogs itself needs clarity as it is only based on that can the distinction be achieved, and we can think of separate foods for the inactive dog and the active ones. That clarity apart, even resear... more...

Pets and Animals | By Lawrence White @ Tuesday, 17th August 2010 @ 7:45 AM

The famous comedian Groucho Marx once said "outside of a dog, a book is mans best friend. Inside of a dog, it's too dark to read." Humour aside, dogs are our best friends and we should therefore look after them and treat them as such. With the worldwide revolution towards natural and organic products, it is not surprising that this movement has made its way into what we feed our dogs. There are loads of commercial dog foods to be found in our supermarkets and at pet food s... more...

Pets and Animals | By James Forte @ Monday, 16th August 2010 @ 8:11 PM

Having an untrained dog is an embarrassment to the owner and family. More importantly, it is not healthy for the puppy and he cannot become well adjusted with a lack of dog training. It is up to the owner to train the dog to display acceptable behavior in all situations. Here are some tips to keep in mind with dog training and dog obedience training for a happy, healthy and well balanced dog. Puppy training is simply the process of teaching your dog to perform certain actions in response ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Adriana Noton @ Monday, 16th August 2010 @ 6:01 PM

Anyone who has horses knows that cleaning stalls takes the longest out of any barn chore to complete. Are you looking to cut down your hours of cleaning and increase your quality time with your pet? Here are a few tips to decrease horse stall maintainence time! Set your box up to where it is most convenient to keep disinfected. One of the best ways to do this is to install rubber mats. This is great whether you have a concrete or dirt or clay base. A mat is porous, provides great traction... more...

Pets and Animals | By James Forte @ Monday, 16th August 2010 @ 3:35 PM

When you return home and find undesirable landscaping projects in your yard courtesy of your favorite puppy after a long day at work, this can cause your blood pressure to rise to dangerous levels. In order to stop dog digging, your puppy needs appropriate dog training. It is in the nature of most dog breeds to enjoy occasional digging and these dogs should definitely be allowed to give into this need every now and then. However, there is a difference between allowing your dog to express ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Kate Rieger @ Monday, 16th August 2010 @ 12:13 PM

The best way to think about only natural pet products is as a medicine. For centuries the Chinese have regarded food as medicine. This ancient view is one hundred percent correct. The food that is eaten by humans and animals can either be healthy or harmful. In fact, food and food supplements are so powerful they even affect mood and behavior. Take for example aggression in dogs. If you have a dog that is aggressive it is a huge problem for you, your family and your neighbors. This is a p... more...

Pets and Animals | By Jack Price @ Monday, 16th August 2010 @ 12:05 PM

As a breeder of working dogs, your bitch is your future. Her ability to conceive and produce a litter will ensure the future of your breeding program. This makes it vital that you choose your breeding bitch carefully. Here are some suggestions on how to choose a good breeding bitch. 1. Examine her pedigree and look for evidence of working titles in her parents and grandparents. Speak to her breeder and ask them if their lines have good working ability. Many bitches who do well in t... more...