Poor Dog. Subjected to my most ambitious experiments, she still falls for the old line, "C`mon, Honey, it`ll be FUN!" Grooming the Dog and Fun do not belong in the same sentence together. This is a fact. I bought some handy Oster clippers at the pet store a while back. Even while I stood waiting my ...

My love of horses began at the age of 11 when I worked every summer at a ranch. My twin brother and I would walk about ten miles a day in circles taking children on pony rides. I had never really thought much about horses before that but I was soon hooked for life. Interestingly I found out years ...

If Your Dog Suffers From Arthritis, Consider The Natural Alternative: Rimadyl was hailed as a wonder arthritis treatment for pets when it came on the market in 1997. Over the next 3 years, due largely to an aggressive marketing campaign by the manufacturer, Pfizer, Rimadyl was prescribed for 5 mill...

PROBIOTICS - The Good Bacteria - Does your pet have digestion problems, diarrhea, skin problems, food intolerances, or other chronic health problems? Supplement with a high quality pet probiotic to restore your pet?s healthy gut, and chances are you?ll improve your pet?s health. A probiotic, someti...

Picture this. You`re late for work one day. You look at your watch and notice you have about three minutes to feed your horse before you have to leave. Plus, it seems to worsen every day. You notice your life getting busier and you have little time, if any, to spend with your horse. Should you s...

Diamond dog tags are the cream of the crop, the best of the best, the most luxurious type of dog tag you can buy. Diamond dog tags can cost up to $7500 or more. If you can afford such luxuries, a diamond dog tag is the perfect addition to your collection. Give your dog a diamond bone, heart, fire hy...

It is not hard to understand why plants are present in so many aquariums. Lush and healthy plants are stunning to look at and will create a much more natural environment in the aquarium. Most fish species feel safer and less stressed when they have plants to hide among, and many species will never t...

Is your bird a seed only eater? Did you know in that wild seeds form only a small portion of the natural diet? While seeds are an important part of a pet parrot?s daily diet they should not comprise all of it. Parrots are opportunistic omnivores, which in plain English means they eat whatever they e...

As you have probably already learned, Pit Bulls are highly energetic animals. They love to run and play, and get excited easily. One of the more annoying habits they develop at a young age is jumping. Jumping can be particularly annoying when they do it as a way of greeting, especially if it is youn...

It?s a look everybody?s witnessed ? the frazzled face of a new parent who hasn?t slept through the night, hasn?t eaten a decent, sit-down meal, hasn?t enjoyed a long, hot shower in days. It?s one of the most stressful and joyous times of life ? there?s a new puppy in the house! No one expects parent...

What you feed your dog is really SO important for your dog`s ultimate health, susceptibility to illness, and longevity. You know, if you really want your dog to be as healthy as s/he can be, you should stop feeding ANY of the widely available commercial dog foods. I`m talking here about the types of...

So you have just verified with your veternarian that your animal is indeed overweight. It is time to confess and take some responsibility. That is really the first step. We are far more responsible for our pets? weight issues than we may believe. Take a quick peak at this fat checklist and take note...

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 ...

Everybody loves puppies. Who can resist those cute little faces and wet noses? Puppies can be a lot of fun, but they also come with a lot of added responsibility. More than five million puppies are born every year in the United States. In fact, one in every three families owns one or more dogs. ...

As our horses enjoy a longer life and many live well into old age so the number of horses with Cushing increases as its more common in older horses especially ponies. It can however affect all breeds and ages. Cushing is caused by an abnormality of the pituitary gland that is situated at the base o...

In order to add love and affection to their lives, many people look into where they can adopt a pet. A number of neglected and deserted animals end up in shelters that house them until someone is looking to adopt a pet or the shelter can no longer care for them. Adopting a pet of any kind from a s...

Having a dog is a little like having a baby. Before you rush out to the nearest breeder or shelter you must consider the costs of ensuring that your new pet remains contented and happy with his home life. Cost not only refers to finances but to your time as well. You should remember that Boston Terr...

If your dog could talk, these are some of most important things she would like to tell you... 1 - My life will probably only last 7 to 14 years. It will hurt me more than you know if I have to be away from you for longer than a day or two. 2 - If you have patience with me and give me time to learn w...

I was talking to a friend of mine today and I asked him how his kids (dogs) were. He lives on his own and the standing joke is - "does he want to do a swap with his dogs and my kids?" He informed me very sadly that he had to get the older dog put to sleep. I knew the dog was quite old, but I knew fr...

I would like to write a few words about my experiences breeding wild caught Archocentrus sajica and a surprise that these fish gave me - a surprise that shows the fascinating and diverse behaviour of these animals. I got a pair of wild-caught sajicas from a friend who had collected them on a trip. S...

For all pet owners, regular monitoring and ?examinations? of your pet will give you a better idea of the animal?s overall health and prove as good ?quality? time for both you and your pet. Also, this may help you catch a problem in the early phases and certainly before it becomes life threatening. ...

When you have decided what type of fish and plants you wish to keep, found a suitable tank and purchased all the necessary equipment, the next step is to actually set up your aquarium. Many people quite randomly add stuff to their aquarium without much consideration, which usually mean that they wil...

A Healthy Skin and Coat for Your Dog ... Does your dog always having a lush, soft coat? Does your dog`s skin remain rash and itch free? If you said yes to either or both of the above questions, yours is a very fortunate dog. More likely, like me, you said "No", or, perhaps "Sometimes". Most of our d...

Pets continue to be popular in our society, yet the reasons we have them is changing. No longer are our dogs, cats, and horses "working" for their keep, they have become trusted companions and family members. They enjoy the comforts of our homes, and in recent years the benefits of improved health c...

One of the best parts of the day for any dog is their mealtimes. Most adult dogs are fed twice every day (in the morning and evening) but large breeds may receive their food in one meal each day. The most important thing is to have a routine. Your dog will appreciate a routine, and he may even come ...

Let?s face it ? everything is cute when it?s small and furry. Puppies especially, but keep in mind that even a wolverine is playfully adorable if it?s young enough, so for the sake of all the Fidos out there and your life, make a personal selection that is suited to your lifestyle. And as wonderful ...

Dog health and grooming are closely related because this is a perfect opportunity to investigate past the big eyes and the fluffy body. When you groom your dog you get to see down to the skin. While grooming your dog you are engaged in a hands on everything project. Even some areas you would just as...

I was doing some research on dog health when I came across a site for Dog Spa`s. This soon set me on the path of thinking of all the different ways you could pamper your favorite puppy. It`s quite amazing what`s out there to make your dog feel special, from gourmet treats to interesting outfits to d...

Every day we hear more about the new ?hybrid? dogs, or ?designer? dogs. Each feature is accompanied by pictures of adorable puppies that are examples of this new ?breed.? Of course they?re cute! All puppies are! Should you pay hundreds, and in some cases, thousands of dollars for one? Certainly not!...

So you?ve decided to buy a puppy? Dogs can bring joy, laughter, love, loyalty, protection and companionship into your life. However, there are a few things you need to be aware of before you choose the puppy you wish to bring into your home. Use the following checklist to ensure you purchase the pup...

A poorly trained dog is a nuisance and can even be a danger to himself and others. A properly trained dog, on the other had, is a wonderful and pleasant companion. In addition to helping you bond, it can even protect your pet from being hurt if he listens and will come when called. When training alw...

It is entirely normal to look for signs of intelligence in your dog. Even puppies that are not especially smart nonetheless display flashes of brilliance in their behavior. And it is also very normal to look for the same things in our pets that we look for in our children, like a keen mind, a sense ...

Purebred dogs of all breeds can be found in shelters, and volunteers can be found in every state to seek them out. Scottish Terriers, West Highland White Terriers, and even breeds considered rare, all pass through shelters every year. Those who perform Scottish Terrier rescue are committed to matchi...

It?s been weeks since you went riding. Now you have time to ride this afternoon and there ain?t no one gonna stop you. Excited, you saddle up your horse and get on him. You get about 50 feet from the barn and your horse turns around and goes back ? and you can?t stop him. Why? You have a barn s...

Do you have an unruly dog or cat that just won`t behave? When animals don`t listen to their masters and start to become destructive around the house, it is probably time for some good old fashioned pet training. There is much more to pet training than just teaching your dog the basic commands like...

For those pet owners who do not know what a pet registration service is, or the benefits they provide, this article will try to explain these services. Pet registration is how lost pets get returned to their owners, it as simple as that. The owner of a pet registers their pet with a service provider...

Flowerhorn Cichlids
Flowerhorn cichlids is a hybrid cichlid that was developed in Malaysia during the second half of the 1990: s. It was created by crossbreeding different South American cichlids. Exactly which cichlids that were used to create the Flowerhorn is a well kept secret only known by ...

Americans are more concerned about health than ever before, so we should also have an equal amount of concern for our pets ... particularly with regard to the ingredients in their food. We would want the ingredients in our pets` food to be acceptable for human consumption. After all, If byproducts a...

An easier and more pleasant journey with your chosen Boxer starts with checking out the parent dogs for unbecoming traits like aggression, hyperactive and extreme shyness. This is easier to do when you get your Boxer from a reputable breeder or from a pet shop that get their animals only from known ...

Any person, whether a minor or adult, having been bitten or knocked down by an animal improperly or inadequately leashed or contained can sue for injuries or death caused by a bite or knock-down. You can sue the person who has or was responsible for the animal. For a person to be responsible they n...

There is no universal protocol for canine vaccination schedules. Many vets recommend more vaccinations than most dogs require to be protected from contagious diseases. A lot of vets use the vaccination schedule they receive with the vaccinations they buy from drug companies. Vets are now realizin...

A poorly trained dog can embarrass its owner and offend other people - or even make them feel threatened. Teaching your dog some manners is just common-sense. You did it with your children and your parents did it with you. If you had never learned right from wrong you would be behaving badly so ...

The first major improvement in dog training since choke chains and spiked collars, click and treat has quickly establishing itself in becoming a big hit in the world of dog training. Currently, there are over 10,000 trainers who are using this training method everyday. One advantage to using this ...

Cotton Mouth disease also know as Mouth Fungus is a disease your fish can get and it needs to be dealt with quickly. Cotton Mouth disease is not as common as the while spot disease, but, it is highly infectious and contagious. The victim fish shows a whitish fungus round the cheeks and lips. The ...

Owning a horse is a huge responsibility for an adult, much less for a child. Owning a horse requires a lot of time and money, both from the parent and the child, therefore, before you decide to go horse-shopping, it?s best that you sit down and discuss the responsibilities and tasks involved in owni...

So you have a mature pair of discus fish that have shown an interest in each other but there not laying any eggs. The most important factor in discus breeding in the water quality, make sure it is soft, acidic and clean. If you have this water, your most likely stressing over why there isn?t hundr...

What size of pet do you have room for? Keep in mind when choosing a pet that small puppies and kittens grow into larger animals who take up more room. If you choose a larger breed keep in mind that a 10lb. puppy could blossom into a 100lb. dog some day. How much time will you have to spend with yo...

Flea control for dogs and cats liken to the different kind of fleas you will find on both animals. However; similarities are recognized in how fleas (While enjoying their feast of fresh, warm blood), will literally spit out a kind of chemical concoction into the hosts bloodstream. This leads to the...

Every dog owner must eventually deal with some unwanted behaviors on the part of their four legged companions. Some of the most frequently encountered training problems with puppies and dogs alike are jumping on people and performing those amazing feats of escape. Jumping up on people Jumping ...

Large breed dogs pose special grooming dilemmas. The Great Pyrenees and other Bernard family members have cornered the market on that special combination of girth and hair. Without a regimented grooming routine the Pyrenees? flowing white locks can easily morph, soon resembling an electrocuted Komon...