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361) Senior Pets Need Help, Too!
Author:
Susan Osmanski
Category:
Pets
Many pampered pets are living longer now and can develop orthopedic or arthritic problems, just like their loving owners. As a result, many senior pets have problems reaching the couch or bed; an action that was once a simple task. Today, there are many products on the market that are designed to enable aging pets to continue their normal activities, even though they may have some problems.Pet stairs are a great way to help older pets reach their favorite places, such as a couch or y...
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362) Hiring a Pet Sitter
Author:
Elyse Grau
Category:
Pets
Going on vacation without the dog? Need to leave your cat for the weekend? You might want to hire a pet sitter. If you have never done that before, this article can help you avoid mistakes. Knowing you have a competent, reliable person taking care of your pets will make your trip less stressful.The best way to find a pet sitter is to ask your veterinarian or friends who have pets for recommendations. There may be people who do it occasionally, like I do, just not as a business. Some p...
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363) Save $1000's Fighting Common Pet Pests
Author:
Nicholas Scoville
Category:
Pets
There are several cheap and natural ways to fight common pet parasites, several of which are outlined below. These methods have the double bonus of being inexpensive and environmentally friendly.Natural Flea Remedies - Natural methods of fighting flea infestations on your pet and in your home include:1. Ensure that you pet is eating a healthy and complete diet. A healthy pet is naturally better prepared to fight off parasitic infestations.
2. A well groomed pet is also a...
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364) 4 Simple Steps To Buy Pet Insurance
Author:
Cindy Heller
Category:
Pets
If you have not already realized, the costs of veterinary care is escalating. By purchasing a pet insurance for our pets is also a wise choice to keep pet care costs within an affordable range. As pets become an important member of our family, purchasing a pet insurance is one of the ways to ensure our pets in getting the best care it possibly deserves.Here are the 4 simple steps to purchase your pet insurance1) Pet Insurance OnlineSince most pet insurance companies have...
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365) Why Get Pet Insurance At All
Author:
Cindy Heller
Category:
Pets
Our pets are an important part of our family and as such they deserve the best care that we can give to them. Unfortunately veterinary medical costs is rising everyday and the only way we can afford to pay for them is by purchasing pet insurance for our pets.There are a number of things that you need to consider before you make a definite decision as to if you should really purchase pet insurance. Here are some tips that may be useful to you:1) You should assess your monetary c...
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366) Do You Know Which Pet Insurance You Should Get?
Author:
Cindy Heller
Category:
Pets
If you have just got a pet, you most likely will not know that there are a variety of ways in which you can protect your pet. As your pet grows on you, so will its age and no time is sooner than now to get it a pet insurance.To get started, let's get you familiarized with three types of pet insurance:1) Pet Life InsuranceAs veterinary care becomes more and more expensive, it only makes sense that you should get a pet life insurance. Not only will it help you in taking ca...
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367) Is Your Pet Obese?
Author:
Stephanie Marilyn Martin
Category:
Pets
JUST how much pet food should you be serving your pet dog or pet cat? As pet owners, we tend to make the mistake of overfeeding our furry friends because we feel guilty for not being able to spend a lot of time with them. Such practice is definitely not healthy.Why? Because overfeeding your pet poses health risks - including arthritis, respiratory problems, heart complications and a greatly shortened life span. As with human beings, obesity leads to illnesses that don't manifest until...
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368) Dog Training Tips You Can Use To Teach Your Dog
Author:
Mendy Stern
Category:
Pets
Regardless of the age of your dog it is never to late to train them. However, when possible, you should begin training a puppy at 6 to 8 weeks old. In this article we will look at dog training tips that you can use to train your dog or puppy. First of all positive reinforcement is the best way to train your dog. Positive training leads to your dog wanting to please you and it will learn a lot faster. Dogs are like children in that they want to please you, but they need to be taught how. As...
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369) Using GPS Collars To Track Lost Or Stolen Pets
Author:
Abegale Cooley
Category:
Pets
It's a fact; pets are known to wander off from home. Stories of missing domestic pets are all too common. The reasons pets wander often vary, maybe there is another dog in heat, or a neighbor down the street leaves treats out on their back porch. It could be the Chinese restaurant in your neighborhood has delicious scraps. Whatever the reason, if you have ever experienced having a misplaced pet, then you know the agony and guilt that comes from temporarily losing your best friend.The...
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370) Pet Ferret Facts - Health Problems and Characteristics
Author:
Moses Wright
Category:
Pets
The idea of keeping a pet ferret is gaining more popularity as more people discover how friendly and curious they can be. As ferrets can be comfortable around humans, they make good pets. They love to find hiding places for their tidbits and toys, and this is how they got their name. They were called 'thieves' or 'furoneum' in Latin, describing their furtive behavior when storing their possessions. However, bear in mind that you will need equanimity when trying to litter train them.Fe...
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371) Your Pet's Health - Give Them the Calories They Need - and No More!
Author:
Kenneth Wallace
Category:
Pets
All animals, including humans, have a recommended intake
of calories per day. Calories are what the body uses to have
energy and they are a way of monitoring how much you
take in. In all animals, there are also recommendations of
how many calories that animal should get.Unfortunately, there is no way to pinpoint this right here for
you because all animals that consume calories do so based
on their age, size, physical activity and their overall type.
An example is that of a dog...
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372) The Rising Popularity of Pet Cremation Jewelry
Author:
Vaughn Balchunas
Category:
Pets
Pet cremation jewelry is, simply put, jewelry that contains some of the cremated remains or some tangible object that belonged to the deceased pet. Cremation jewelry is catching on as the latest trend in a line of memorial traditions. They grew out of the older and more traditional system of preserving cremains in memorial urns. While urns sit in one place and cannot be carried around, cremation jewelry allows you the freedom to hold your pet close to you every minute of the day, if you so d...
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373) Pets And Stress
Author:
Ainsley Laing
Category:
Pets
My mother used to say "you can always trust a person who has animal hair on them". As a kid, I often pondered what this statement means. Are people who care for animals more trustworthy? Kinder? Gentler?Well, a recent scientific study says that people who own pets are less stressed. Maybe not more trustworthy, but less stress WOULD indicate greater wellness. An idea worth considering.The study examined the cardiovascular reactivity when exposed to psychological stress of 240 ma...
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374) Please Don't Buy From Pet Stores
Author:
Cecilia Sherrard
Category:
Pets
I'm writing this to bring awareness and attention to a horrific but not new discovery that we often don't think about. When you purchase puppies or kittens from pet stores or pet chains, you're supporting mills. . .When we buy a pet or even shop at a store that sells puppies, we contribute to a heartless underground industry that forces dogs to spend their entire lives in cages constantly breeding to support consumer demand for puppies.If you're not familiar with the definition...
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375) Adopting A New Pet
Author:
Jane Redding
Category:
Pets
Adopting a pet is a wonderful way to get a new pet. There are many pet adoption agencies throughout the United States. These agencies provide homes for pets who have been brought in from humane societies, animal rescues, and animal shelters. Some of these pets have been mistreated by their owners or have gotten lost and have not found their families.Many pet adoption agencies are working over time to find a positive solution for America's dog over-population issue. These agencies work...
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376) Dogs Suffer the Same as People From Arthritis Pain
Author:
Beverly Maniago
Category:
Pets
The incidence of arthritis does not just concern humans but dogs as well. Dogs may suffer from a range of types such as immune-mediated arthritis, infective arthritis, idiopathic arthritis, and osteoarthritis. The last one is the more prevalent type of arthritis that affects dogs.How to detect arthritis in dogsSince dogs do not possess the kind of communication that humans, actions speak louder than words. All they can do is manifest their feelings, especially pain, through cha...
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377) Are You In The Pet Industry?
Author:
Lori Matthews
Category:
Pets
As a pet professional your opinion counts. If your client asks for product recommendations you probably suggest high quality and health promoting ones.This article is for any groomer, breeder, pet sitter/walker, veterinarian, kennel owner, trainer, shelter worker or animal rescue who would like to earn ongoing income on those product recommendations while truly making a difference in pets' lives. To suggest health promoting products while earning ongoing income is a win win....
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378) The Miniature Pinscher, King Of The Toy Breeds
Author:
Penny Taylor - Passion For Puppies and Our Pet Supplies Web
Category:
Pets
The Miniature Pinscher, the "King of Toy Breeds", also known as the Min Pin, is a breed of small dog in the Toy category. In its native Germany, the dog is known as the Zwergpinscher. Pinscher, refers to a classification of dogs bred as guardians or to hunt vermin. Min Pins were first bred to hunt vermin, especially rats. Zwerg, in German, means Dwarf or Midget.Pinscher, in German, means Terrier. Though the Miniature Pinscher is considered a toy breed because of their small size, their tempera...
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379) The Yorkshire Terrier, An Extremely Intellegent Dog
Author:
Penny Taylor - Passion For Puppies and Our Pet Supplies Web
Category:
Pets
The Yorkshire Terrier, (nicknamed Yorkie), is a breed of small dog in the toy category. The long-haired terrier is known for its playful demeanor and distinctive blue and tan coat. Yorkies can be very small, usually weighing not more than 7 pounds. The American Kennel Club does not specify the minimum weight accepted nor does it specify a height. Based on registrations of the American Kennel Club, Yorkshire Terriers became the second most popular dog breed in the United States in 2006, followin...
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380) The Poodle, No Ordinary Dog
Author:
Penny Taylor - Passion For Puppies and Our Pet Supplies Web
Category:
Pets
AHHHHH! The Poodle. As an owner and breeder of Poodles I can tell you these are not your ordinary dogs. The Poodle is very intelligent, possibly the most intelligent breed. The breed originated in Germany, but have been raised in France for centuries. Thus becoming the national dog of France. The poodle carries itself regally and has a very inquisitive nature. In addition to loving life in general, Poodles love people even more. They are particularly perceptive of our moods and emotions, and re...
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