Oscar
By John Anderson - 1/4/2008
Oscar is kind of a funny name and it fit you. Other than a Dachshund, I had never seen a two-foot long dog with such short legs. You were built completely differently from any breed. Shaggy, with fur hanging over your eyes and a curly tail, I couldn`t help but smile when I saw you. The adoption cent... A Pit Bull Could Be The Right Dog For You
By Rose L - 1/4/2008
Although Pit Bulls have gained a bad reputation for their seemingly aggressive behavior, this breed can be the ideal pet for the right owner. Pit Bulls crave attention and are very loyal and loving toward people. Other dogs, on the other hand, tend to bring out the aggressive behavior of the Pit Bul... Dog Training Information for Training Your Puppy
By Amy Dunphy - 1/4/2008
Puppy Training Puppy training can be a trying time. The key to this time is to really remember that all puppy behavior is normal. They like to mouth, jump, bark, dig and piddle wherever they are. They aren`t doing it to annoy you, they are just doing what they have learned so far. It is our job to t... Senior Dogs are Trainable
By Dave Eckholm - 1/4/2008
Are you considering adopting an older or rescued dog? Older dogs are great family members and need homes. Depending on the breed, senior dogs are often are more subdued than a puppy and therefore easier on your home. But what about behaviors learned or tolerated by a previous owner? Senior dogs can ... Goldfish Feeding Tips
By Dane Stanton - 1/4/2008
What?s the best food for your Goldfish? Goldfish need food that is a combination of carbohydrates and vitamins to help them grow and fight disease. They particularly need vitamin A to make their colors look bright. They do need protein but just about 12% so that they can build muscle. In the natural... Pet Peeve: Dogs Doing Business Where Not Wanted
By Alyice Edrich - 1/4/2008
We?ve recently moved into a new apartment complex that really is much like a resort. We don?t have to maintain the lawn, handle any maintenance problems, or deal with unruly neighbors. We can use the pool without having to clean and maintain it, we can work out in a gym without the added monthly e... Flying Safely With Your Dog! The Right Way to Travel With Your Dog-Travel Gears and Other Tips
By Babu Banik - 1/4/2008
A landmark decision was made in the Sharma household. The family huddled together behind closed doors guzzling ample cups of tea weighing the pros and cons. should we should we, shouldn?t we? Could she, couldn?t she? Pitza, the luscious blond, feme fatale of Bombay and the pride of the family was to... Shih Tzu Show Dog Judging: The Head, Body, and Hindquarters
By Connie Limon - 1/4/2008
The Head: The show dog judge will ask you to place your Shih Tzu show dog on the table. The Shih Tzu show dog judge will then get the first close look at your Shih Tzu?s expression. He will be looking for proper shape and dark eyes. He will check the length of your Shih Tzu?s nose. He will look ... Good Dog Care Is Vital
By Rolf Rasmusson - 1/4/2008
Dog care Accepting responsibility of your new pet friend is truly serious business. Caring for your new best pet friend is rewarding with that I feel good feeling. Love and care is what we all want and our pet friends aren`t any different. Teaching our pets tricks, buying toys, supplies, training, c... Tips on Sexing Discus Fish
By Rob Mellor - 1/4/2008
Do you have some adult discus fish and want to know whether they are male or female. In this article I?m going to share with you some of the tips and techniques you can use to determine the gender of your discus or those you wish to buy. First of all, know that these are only guides and they are not... Aquarium - How to Select the Right Tank and Fish
By Jeanine Hughes - 1/4/2008
Fish make excellent pets. You don`t have to have any
special skills for them. You need only have the right fish
and equipment, and then give them the right care. As a dry spectator to their watery world, you can actually
lower your stress levels - their bright colors and graceful
movements have... Can You Really Train A Cat? Is It Worth The Trouble?
By Niall Kennedy - 1/4/2008
Cats are notoriously independent and have a mind of their own. Can you really teach a cat new tricks? Cat owners often think that their cat is just too moody to listen. Some owners feel their cats are un-trainable simply because they are arrogant. The fact is many times pets don?t obey because the... Pet Vitamins are Essential for Your Dog`s Health
By Brigitte Smith - 1/4/2008
Vitamins for Pets - How Essential Are They? A vitamin supplement for pets is essential to your pet`s wellbeing unless you`re already feeding your pet its natural raw diet in precisely the proportions it would eat in the wild. If not, your pet is, to a greater or lesser extent, deficient in vitamins ... Housebreaking Your Pit Bull Terrier: Puppy Dog Training
By Tim Amherst - 1/4/2008
Housebreaking any new pet can often be a daunting challenge, and housebreaking your Pit Bull puppy will be no exception. It is a necessary step that you as a dog owner must take if you intend your Pit Bull to be an indoor pet, but one that many owners dread. The earlier you start training your dog t... Canine Myotherapy, Common Dog Illnesses and the Benefits of Canine Muscle Therapy
By Jeff Zitzkat - 1/4/2008
It`s a known fact that most dogs take on the personality of their owners. Just as our dogs learn by our body language and actions, we can also learn from theirs. Ever notice how your dog seems to know when you`re sick? As our dogs age, certain ailments, health problems, and dog illnesses may manifes... The Truth About Dog Food
By Dina M. Giolitto - 1/4/2008
These days, it`s hard to know what decisions are the best ones for our beloved pets. So much information, so many conflicting theories and opinions! When it comes to dog food, is wetter better? Or should you give dry a try? In this article, I`m not going to tell you what to feed your dog. That`s som... To Have or Not to Have: How Many Pets Should an Owner Own?
By C. Bailey-Lloyd - 1/4/2008
Canis Familiaris - also known as the common and tamed family dog, is quite the remarkable creature. Down to his furry coat (and in some cases, not-so-furry coats), his adoring eyes, white dagger teeth, four stubby paws and tail; dogs have long known to be man`s best friend. It is, in fact, this reas... Animal Ethics
By Jon Dunkerley - 1/4/2008
Introduction A long time ago, before evolution turned the primate into the businessman carrying a brief case, the topic of ethical considerations concerning animals was as talked about as an episode of Barney at a dog trainer?s convention. Why is this? I believe that this is because nobody bothered ... The Right Dog Collar for Training
By James Hunt - 1/4/2008
Using the right dog collar for training can make all the difference in an easy success or daunting task. A dog collar can be a great investment if you have a problem dog. This is a tremendous help with stubborn animals, or dogs that just have bad habits. If you have grown tired of relying on the rol... Barking Problems: Train Your Dog To Stop Barking!
By Moses Chia - 1/4/2008
All dogs bark, it?s their way to communicate a message. Dog barks for various reasons: to greet, to alert, out of boredom, to attract attention or when they are excited. Although some barking from is acceptable, too much barking is certainly annoying, especially for your neighbors and eventually lea... 5 Things to Know about Animal Rescue Groups
By Louise Louis - 1/4/2008
Over the past decade, breed rescue groups have become
a major force in dog adoptions. These rescue groups
limit their effort to a particular breed of dog including purebreds. This is a help to people who want a certain
breed of dog but can?t or won?t use breeders. To make the best use of a rescue... Animal Lab Testing - An Essay
By Michael Cooper - 1/4/2008
Everybody at one point in his/her life uses cosmetics such as make-up, deodorant, shampoo, wrinkle creams, blemish creams and many other products. In the many different trials that these products go through before reaching the public, some are tested on animals. Many people believe that this is a ... 10 Top Dog Training Tips
By Jane Ashcroft - 1/4/2008
Dog training is the process of teaching a dog to display certain desired behaviors in particular circumstances. This includes teaching a dog to do tricks, rudimentary obedience commands, helping a dog to perform instinctive behaviours at the right time, and even aiding the blind.
In the wild as an... How to Choose Dog Treats
By Joseph Then - 1/4/2008
Dogs are just like people when it comes to liking something. They have different tastes and feelings towards different things. Certain dogs may like one taste of dog food while another may not even give it a chance. The only way to know what your dog will like for dog treats is to try different o... Why It Is Essential to Crate Train Your Pit Bull Terrier Puppy Dog
By Tim Amherst - 1/4/2008
Once you become the owner of a Pit Bull puppy, you will also acquire many new responsibilities as well. One thing that all new owners should do is crate train their puppies. Crate training can be very beneficial to both owner and puppy when done correctly. Crate training will make your first few wee... The Power of Dogs
By Eva Sanchez - 1/4/2008
Well first of all I was always a cat owner, till my husband bought our first Chihuahua (Stitch) in 2002, Stitch was about 6 weeks old and was generally purchased for our children and it stud that was till he was about 5 months or so. Then I started to notice that he was starting to favor me and foll... Your Guide to Cat Breeds
By Niall Kennedy - 1/4/2008
For the first 8,000 years of their relationship with humans, cats pretty much took care of their own breeding. People kept them for one purpose - hunting rodent - and they are already perfectly designed for that. More than 100 years ago, however, we began systematically breeding cats to appeal to ou... Labrador Grooming - Trimming Your Labrador Retriever`s Nails
By Faith Fernandez - 1/4/2008
Regular nail trimming is important to your Labrador Retriever`s health and well being. Nails that are not properly clipped can crack and split, which can lead to infection in that area. Long nails can be uncomfortable for your Labrador and for an owner?s leg. A regular trimming, at least once a week... The Right Way to Use Electronic Dog Training Collars
By Kevin Simmons - 1/4/2008
As with every training tool used to modify a behavior in your pet, electronic dog training collars need to be used correctly in order to be effective. Some dog owners buy an electronic dog training collar because their pooch doesn?t follow orders consistently, or at all. As soon as they get home, t... How to Find a Reputable Dog Breeder
By Elizabeth Beecher - 1/4/2008
Whether you want to be a dog breeder or want to purchase a dog directly from a breeder, there are a few things that are important to know. Puppy mills are the best example of any irresponsible dog breeder. Those of this ilk are solely concerned with making money fast through an assembly line produc... A Guide to Bird Cage Covers
By Ken Marlborough - 1/4/2008
As much as you love the sound of your new little bird, you probably don?t want to hear it at the crack of dawn. If your feathered friend?s morning song is interrupting your sleep, you might want to buy a bird cage cover. Though not an absolute necessity, covers have some definite advantages. First o... Training Your Dog to Sit
By Timothy Robinson - 1/4/2008
Training your dog to "sit" is probably the first thing you will train your puppy to do. I write puppy because you can start the training as soon as the puppy has settled in his new home. You might think this isn`t that important, a dog knows how to sit. Well, I think it is very important. Read on an... Do You Enjoy Watching Your Dog Wear Handmade Dog Scarf`s Just To Suit Their Personality?
By Krystine Lewis - 1/4/2008
Yes! We love our wonderful and dear Pooches! We care for them
so much that we love to dress them up in all sorts of dog clothing. Take
for instance, a handmade Dog Scarf. These great looking little dog scarf`s
do come in all sorts of fun colors just to suit your dog`s personality. I was recently... Intuitive Horsemanship
By Stevi Weissbach - 1/4/2008
Have you ever had that synchronicity with your horse, -where he seems to do everything you have thought? It is an amazing feeling, and it isn?t usually ?just by chance.? Is telepathic communication really a possibility? If you have ever spent time with horses in a herd, you may have noticed when two... You can have a Dog and Live in the City
By Sean D - 1/4/2008
People and dogs, an inseparable combination, you can meet a stranger and if you start talking dogs the chances are you will part as friends, dogs offer companionship, loyalty and love, however those that live in cities might not feel they can have a dog in urban areas.
I agree that some breeds of d... Are 2 Dogs Better Than 1?
By Ron King - 1/4/2008
How could 1 dog ever be enough for a dog lover? Before you decide to add another dog to the family, there are some important concerns about your current dog you should consider. Matching Personalities Your current canine companion loves you, but how will it feel about sharing you? If it is sweet, se... The Most Influential Shih Tzu Breeder in the Early Days of Shih Tzu in North America
By Connie Limon - 1/4/2008
The most influential breeder in the early days of the Shih Tzu in North America was Swedish-born Ingrid Colwell. Noone has equaled her contribution to the breed. She was the daughter of Ingrid Engstrom. Mrs. Colwell`s original stock was 80 percent Scandinavian. Future breedings incorporated English ... Stop Your Dog From Pulling You Down The Street
By Amy Dunphy - 1/4/2008
From the first day of life on a leash, most dogs learn that by pulling on it, they get to where they want faster. Its the behavior that so many dog owners struggle with. Its a simple solution - just stop walking. Although, somehow your dog doesn`t learn its just that simple. Or maybe we aren`t teach... Pet Friendly Motels, Pet Hotels, Dog Friendly Hotels, and Pet Travel
By J.J. Nielson - 1/4/2008
If you are a frequent traveler and animal owner, you are probably aware that there
are pet friendly motels that you can bring your dog or cat to while you are on the
road. If you hate leaving your pets at a boarding shelter while you are traveling, you
would be wise to find pet hotels along yo... Top 10 benefits of Natural and Holistic Pet Care
By Mariangie Gonzalez - 1/4/2008
There are a number of reasons for choosing natural pet foods, treats and supplies. First, use of natural products is consistent with a holistic view. A holistic approach considers all factors regarding your pet`s health, not just individual symptoms. The top 10 benefits of choosing natural and holis... What`s Your Cat`s Preferred Litter Box Type?
By Nancy Wigal - 1/4/2008
Many cat owners experience trouble with kitty not using the cat litter box they`ve chosen for her. With a little bit of understanding about their cat, the proper cat litter box type
can be found quickly for good cat litter box habits. For starters, evaluate the way your cat eliminates her waste. Do... Talk to the Animals? Yes! And What`s More, They Talk to Us!
By Jennifer Stewart - 1/4/2008
Talk to the animals? Yes. And what`s more, they talk to us! If you`ve ever shared your life with animals, you`ll know that they understand most of what you say to them. You mention that you`re going for a walk and the dog is standing at the gate, ready. You say that you`re going visiting and that do... Is Your Dog In Pain Without You Realising?
By Amy Howells - 1/4/2008
A dog that is feeling pain can often be highly unpredictable. When you handle a dog in that you suspect to be in pain, you should always proceed with great care. If your dog has been involved in an accident, he may be badly affected by shock as well as pain. Even the most laid back dog may bite unde... Dog Agility Training for Your Puppy
By Brad Carlson - 1/4/2008
You may be asking, "When can I start agility training with my new puppy?" You can start immediately, with certain recommendations. Puppies are always learning, so every time you are with your pup you can be playing and socializing with agility in mind. Always remember, if you can control your pupp... Is Dog Dental Care Necessary?
By Lee Dobbins - 1/4/2008
Caring for your dogs teeth is a vital part of his overall health and maintenance. Sure, you may feel funny brushing Fido?s pearly whites every night before bed, but good dental care for dogs is much more than just having white teeth and good breath. Dental disease in dogs can cause serious health ... The Number Two Dog
By Paul Johnston - 2/13/2007
Most one-dog owners at one time or another will ponder the thought of getting a second dog. There are many reasons for doing so. Company for the number one dog is the most common answer, while many would agree two is twice as fun.
Are you ready?
You are the proud parent of one very wonderful do... Does Your Boston Terrier Want To Be With You?
By Abhik Sarkar - 1/29/2007
This may come as a surprise...but if the tables were turned, and the Boston Terrier could choose his owner, would he have chosen you?
We are always trying to figure out the right breed for us, and usually a dog is chosen on the "he`s so cute and adorable" factor.
But if in an upside down world, ... Aquarium Supplies Part 1 - My First Experience With Bettas
By Jonathan Wangsa - 1/23/2007
Keeping fish as pets takes more than just feeding them and changing the water every once in a while. Sadly, many people aren`t aware of that and they just buy aquarium fish because they`re attractive. After a short while the fish start to get sick and die one after the other, and the newbie would lo... Did Dragons Walk Among Us? (Do They Still?) Part 2
By Lisa J. Lehr - 1/22/2007
Virtually every culture on earth has an oral tradition of encounters with large, strange beasts?creatures different from those we know. Were they dragons? Why don?t we still have dragons among us? Or do we? Will we ever know for sure?
Part 2
What the Bible says about monsters, and why it?s proba... Allergic To Your Dog Or Cat?
By Samuel Murray - 1/16/2007
Pets definitely help us live longer and healthier lives. This is especially true of the elderly and those of us who live alone. Pets make wonderful and faithful companions. They are always there for us. However, this relationship can become strained, and sometimes even be broken when someone in the ...
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