Ticking Off Ticks
By Babu Banik - 1/4/2008
Two of the most prevalent tick-transmitted discases in dogs are Babesiosis and Ehrlichiosis, which are and a fairly common cause of morbidity and mortality in South Asia. While Babesiosis is caused by either of the protozoal parasites Babesia giubsoni or Babesia canis, Ehrichiosis is caused by infec... Train Your Dog in 5 Easy Steps
By Reggie Andersen - 1/4/2008
If your dog doesn`t respond to simple commands, don`t let frustration overwhelm you. What you need to do is give your dog basic obedience training - teaching it to respond to YOU. Of course, it`s easier when the dog receives this training earlier in his puppy life, but even older CAN learn new tric... Dog Hygiene Basics
By Eric Shannon - 1/4/2008
Giving your dog a bath is important, but not as critical as most people seem to believe. If your dog is healthy, he really doesn?t need to be bathed more that once every few months, but most of us put them in the tub or under the hose more often to get rid of that doggie smell and look shinier. Al... Is your Dog Malnourished?
By A.M. Wilmot - 1/4/2008
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... Quickstart Guide to Making Your Own Pet Food at Home
By Bridget Mwape - 1/4/2008
As a pet owner, no doubt you want to give your dog or cat the best care possible. And caring for your pet means feeding him the best diet you can. By making your own pet foods, you`ll be saving money, up to 80%. And to top it off, it`s easy; making pet food at home is probably a lot less time-consum... How Many Dogs Are Too Many?
By Louise Louis - 1/4/2008
I?m a pariah among the dog fanciers in my community. Why? Because I testified in support of a new regulation to limit pet ownership to no more than a total of three dogs and/or cats, older than six-months of age, in one household. The reason for the age threshold is to give people time to place any ... Tips on Easy House Breaking Your Puppy
By D. Witt - 1/4/2008
If you are lucky enough to get a 7-week-old puppy, there is no excuse for any bad habits to develop over his lifetime. Puppies learn INSTANTLY when they are that young, and if you use the proper training methods, gentle but consistent, he will behave like an angel his whole life through. The most i... The 5 Things You Should Know Before Breeding Cats
By Marc De Jong - 1/4/2008
The cat population is astronomical. Most experts agree that average cat owners should spay their cat, not breed. Still there are people who want to have a litter from their pet. But there?s a lot to think about before planning a feline family. Here are five things you should know: 1. It takes time. ... A Fundamental Dog Training Concept You Must Understand For Success With Your Dog
By Adam Katz - 1/4/2008
I moved into a new house about 14 days ago. The funny thing about this house is that?when you walk into the master bathroom, the light switch is on the left side, opposite of where the sink is. Well, practically every other house I?ve ever lived in has always had the light switch on the right side?o... Christmas Gifts For Cat Lovers
By Roy Thomsitt - 1/4/2008
The act of offering. Christmas gifts is always enhanced if you take some trouble in matching the gift with the recipient. Sometimes, though, it is not as easy as it may seem, especially if the gift is for someone you have not seen very often throughout the year; or someone whose tastes you do not kn... Chances Of A Lost Pet Being Recovered Increase
By T.B. Collins - 1/4/2008
Every day we are looking for ways to make our life better, this includes protecting our families, and also included is the family pet. This once wild animal has become a domesticated pet and also become an integral part of the modern family, and there are many laws devoted to stopping abuses to anim... Introduction to Holistic Pet Care
By Marian Brown - 1/4/2008
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... Buying a Custom Bird Cage
By Ken Marlborough - 1/4/2008
Many of us dream of having a beautiful, exotic bird perched on our shoulder, accompanying us around town. At the end of the day, though, our feathered friend must return to its cage. A bird cage has two main jobs?keeping a bird safe and keeping it comfortable. Sometimes the best way to do that is to... A Labrador Retriever Is A Man`s Best Friend...and So Much More!
By Sylvie Leochko - 1/4/2008
Labrador retrievers have been trained for special needs and tasks as well as companionship. Its good nature, patience and affectionate attitude are some of the numerous characteristics that make them so popular?especially with children. This breed of dog is known to be patient, playful and patient w... How to Choose the Right Puppy For You
By Gary Nave - 1/4/2008
AWWWWW?who can resist the innocence of a small puppy? Puppies can provide so much joy and companionship in a person`s life. As they say, dogs are man`s best friend. Doing some research before getting your puppy could save you a lot of aggravation and unnecessary frustration. If you plan properly... America; You Are Over Feeding Your Pets
By Lance Winslow - 1/4/2008
As many of you know America is serious about our pets. You and I are also equally as serious. We all get really upset when animals are not cared for properly and of course we will never feed our animals Tainted Dog Food with Mad Cow Disease from Carson City NV as was recently in the news. Why are we... Your Pet`s Medicine Chest - Medications To Keep On-Hand
By Rose Smith - 1/4/2008
We all know that good food, a loving home and plenty of
exercise will go a long way in giving your dog and cat
a happy and healthy life. But what about those times when
some minor illness suddenly appears and it`s 10 pm in the
evening with no veterinarian available? (For those of you
who have sm... Understanding Psychology Of Dog Training: Pack Behavior & Establishing Control
By Moses Chia - 1/4/2008
Dogs are descendent of wolves. To study the psychology of dog training and understand the pack hierarchal system of dogs, we must go back and examine their ancestor - wolves. Wolves live naturally in packs of at least 2 and more... They live in a dictatorship system with strictly defined hierarchies... Basic Dog Training
By Amy Howells - 1/4/2008
If you have a new dog or puppy, you may be interested in getting some basic dog training. Dog training can be taught by an obedience instructor, or you can do the dog training yourself. Dog training with an obedience instructor can vary in price and it usually takes place in a class. If you do the d... What Toy(s) are Right for My Dog
By Mike Steele - 1/4/2008
Dogs can be surprisingly finicky about the size, shape, or feel of toys that they`ll play with. If your dog doesn`t want to play with the soft plush toy you gave him, try a rubber or ball toy. Be patient you`ll find the toy type your pet loves to play with right here at Dog.com! Below we`ve summariz... Helping People With Pet Allergies
By Shawn Messonnier - 1/4/2008
Many pet owners find themselves or other family members allergic to their pets. This is most true with cats:a great number of people just can?t handle being around cats without sneezing, wheezing, or itching. Even though some will advise you to get rid of your pet, this is not usually necessary. In ... How to Start a Pet-Sitting Business
By Peggie Arvidson-Dailey - 1/4/2008
Everyday someone asks me, ?How do you start a pet-sitting business?? I try to answer their question succinctly. But the truth is, starting a pet-sitting business, or any business is not always a succinct process. Following are 21 tips that I know can lead to pet-care business success in any economy.... A Pregnant Stray Cat Adopted You ? And Now What?
By Marc De Jong - 1/4/2008
It happens all too often. A family or cat friend gets adopted by a stray cat. And after a few weeks it turns out she?s pregnant. In the US alone there must be millions of sweet but homeless cats. And many of them get pregnant several times a year. Nobody really knows why, but pregnant strays often a... The History of the Doris Day Spay Day USA
By Adam Sullivan - 1/4/2008
Spay Day USA events will take place all over the nation on February 22. What is Spay Day? It is an annual spay and neuter campaign in the USA to help reduce the vast numbers of unwanted pets that are put to sleep each year. More than 12 million unwanted dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters each ... Buy Dog Supplements Online
By Rolf Rasmusson - 1/4/2008
Dog Supplements A good nutritional program of dog supplements is just as important for your best pet friend as it is for us. Our pets have feelings, emotions, aches and pains just as we do. It`s pretty tough to look your buddy straight in the eyes and not feel love and compassion that drives itself ... Dog Collars: The Second Major Purchase After Buying Your New Best Friend
By Allen Shaw - 1/4/2008
Guess what? Just because you?ve finished all of your research and finally decided what kind of dog to get, that doesn?t mean you?ve finished making decisions. You still have to make the most important decision of all?a dog collar. As silly as that sounds, next to your dog?s food, a good collar is pr... Disaster Preparedness for Pets - A Guide for Pet-Care Business Professionals
By Peggie Arvidson-Dailey - 1/4/2008
June is Disaster Preparedness for Pets month ? but if you?re a pet-care business professional it`s always a good time to make sure you`ve got a plan in place to administer to the needs of all the pets in your care when and if a disaster strikes. Whether you live in a rural township that is prone to... Abused Cats
By Morgen Marshall - 1/4/2008
Abused cats can be terribly maimed and damaged on the outside. They can even appear quite normal on the outside and all the damage might be emotional.
The emotional damage is harder to repair. A physically damaged cat will still respond positively to a soft voice and touch. They seem t... How to Get Free Pet Tags
By Alison Cole - 1/4/2008
Pet health insurance and related products often provide free pet ID tags when you purchase a policy or join an organization. Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations also provide free pet ID tags. An internet search in your area may find information about local organizations like the Animal ... Dog Vomiting? Help Your Dog Now
By Chris Suckow - 1/4/2008
In most cases you should not be too concerned about your dog vomiting. If you know that the dog got into something or you changed its diet, you can probably wait 24 hours to see if the vomiting clears up, but only if your dog does not appear lethargic. You must withhold food for 24 hours and ... General Information, Caring For & Breeding Silkworms
By Mark Spranger - 1/4/2008
Background Silkworms are the larva of a moth (Bombyx mori) native to Asia that spins a cocoon of fine, strong, lustrous fiber that is the source of commercial silk. The culture of silkworms is called sericulture. The various species of silkworms raised today are distinguished by the quality of the s... Barking Behaviour
By Paul Johnston - 1/4/2008
Barking is normal behaviour for dogs but habitual barking is the bane of dog owners everywhere. Barking dogs are the most common sources of environmental pollution in urban society and no other dog-related problem causes local authorities so much time and frustration. So, what can we do? Perhaps one... Training Your Dog?Is It Worth The Effort Or Is It Just A Waste Of Time?
By Rockford Tapscott - 1/4/2008
Many people feel that taking the time to train their puppy or dog isn?t worth the effort. What with everything else we have to do these days in our busy lives, whose got the time? Kimberley was just like that. She?d never bothered training Jack?but then, one day? Kimberly and Jack ran excitedly up t... What Should I Make My Snake Cage From?
By Mark Chapple - 1/4/2008
What kind of materials should you use when constructing a snake cage? Snakes come in many different sizes ? but usually only one shape. Even so, there are many different housing systems and styles for snakes. These depend on the adult size of the snake, how much room you have, the environment it nor... Dog Beds?
By Mike Steele - 1/4/2008
Over the years we have been asked many questions about dog beds in general and about our dog beds specifically. We have compiled a list of questions most frequently asked of our customer service representatives: Why does my dog need a dog bed? Dog beds prevent your dog from using your expensive couc... Goldfish Care - Learn The Basics To Happy, Healthy Goldfish
By Mark Sturge - 1/4/2008
So you?ve decided to bring a new life into your world, and no it?s not a baby, it?s a goldfish! Growing up, many people had a goldfish as their first live pet, and their first dead pet too. Too many times have parents been required to flush poor Goldie down the toilet, only to replace him with a new... Dealing with Problem Puppy Behaviors
By Chris Vergaelen - 1/4/2008
Everyone who owns a puppy or dog will eventually have to deal with and correct less than desirable behaviors on the part of their companion animal. There are a number of behaviors that should be nipped in the bud, including: Jumping up on people:
This is one of those behaviors that many owners ... Ten Most Popular Goldfish
By Dane Stanton - 1/4/2008
You can?t imagine the kind of varieties of Goldfish there are! People have been breeding Goldfish for over 2000 years now. China is believed to have over 100 varieties and to think that it all began with the Carassius auratus ? the gibel carp! Not all goldfish have been bred in China though. Other c... Remember Your Pet With A Memorial Urn
By Jim Johnson - 1/4/2008
Pets can often become an integral part of our everyday lives and we cherish and appreciate the relationship that is forged over the years together. That`s why the death of a loved pet can be an important event in life. And there is certainly a grieving process that one must go through to be able to ... Allergies to Your Cat or Dog? Think Again It May Be Your Cleaners
By Maria Brittis - 1/4/2008
Process of elimination is the best way to solve allergies, especially if you have loving pets around. Living with 9 cats and one dog all my family members were not prone to allergies, possible the minor itching of the eye from petting the cat, but that was solved by washing ones hands. One evening m... Scratching and Itching: Could It Be His Food?
By Shawn Messonnier - 1/4/2008
Allergies are a very common cause of skin disease in dogs and cats. Most of the time, the allergies are due to environmental allergens such as various pollens, molds, and house dust mites. While many pets have food sensitivities, true food allergies are quite rare. Despite the fact that many food co... Pit Bulls and Crate Introduction: Dog Training Guide
By Tim Amherst - 1/4/2008
Once you have purchased your new Pit Bull puppy?s crate and have it all prepared, it`s time to introduce him to it. To help make the puppy feel more comfortable, you should try to place the crate near you when you are at home. By placing the crate in a family area, such as a den, the puppy won?t fee... Feeding Time Should Be Training Time
By DogTwist - 2/13/2007
Feeding Time Should Be Training Time
Using Food Daily to Promote Good Obedience
Can you guess why feeding time is so important? Simply put, feeding time means your dog is HUNGRY and will therefore do almost anything to get fed. Since you, his loving owner, have the power to either feed or starve... Heartworms In Dogs ? What They Are & What To Do
By Kirsten Hawkins - 2/7/2007
Heartworms (Latin name Dirofilaria immitis) are parasitic worms that are common in both dogs and cats. Like their name suggests, they live in the dog?s heart, normally free-floating in the right ventricle and nearby blood vessels. The worms are transmitted from dog to dog by mosquitoes which pass th... Companion Animals and Their Unique Place in Society--Part 2
By Lisa J. Lehr - 2/1/2007
A brief history of the domestication of dogs.
Fossil remains suggest that five distinct types of dogs existed by 4500 B.C. Illustrations of dogs, dating from the Bronze Age, have been found on walls, tombs, and scrolls throughout the Middle East, Europe, and North America. Often the dogs are pictu... The Facts You Need To Know About Adopting A Dog
By Niall Kennedy - 1/29/2007
Mum, dad, can we get a puppy? Its a plea that may parents will know only too well. How do you go about adopting a dog to make suure that the dog is happy and there isn`t too much upheaval in your home?
If you are thinking of adding a dog to your family, consider adopting your new best friend from ... Did Dragons Walk Among Us? (Do They Still?) Part 1
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 1
What are dragons?
From the fossil record, we have a... Dog Parks: Pros and Cons
By Paul Owens - 1/22/2007
Dog Parks. What a great idea! Imagine being able to take your buddy to a big, open field and letting him or her safely play and run around with dozens of other dogs. What a great way to provide exercise, especially for those rambunctious, high-energy teenagers that often become destructive and ?self... Choosing The Right Dog Breed
By Andrew Strachan - 1/20/2007
Were you aware that there are literally hundreds of distinct dog breeds? When you decide to get a dog, choosing the right dog breed for you and your family is essential. With so many different dog breeds available, this can become a very daunting task. Luckily, there are ways in which you can narrow... 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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