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61) Giving a Pet As a Gift
Author:
Victor Epand
Category:
Pets
A pet can be a wonderful addition to a family. It can brighten up the lives of the children and parents and bring joy into the household.Obviously, for these reasons, giving a pet as a Christmas or birthday gift is a very popular practice. It is sure to be a gift that will be an initial hit with the recipient. However, there is more to giving a pet as a gift. There are a few points to consider before you even pick out the cute kitty or puppy.1. Buying for a child:When yo...
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62) Types of Hamsters
Author:
Nadia Vella
Category:
Pets
There are 5 types of hamsters. These are the Syrian hamster, Dwarf Campbell Russian Hamster, Dwarf Winter White Russian Hamster, Chinese Hamster and Roborovski Hamster.Syrian HamsterThe Syrian Hamster lives alone in the wild and it feels much happier when it's alone in captivity too. Syrian Hamsters can be aggressive with each other and can seriously hurt each other. Never keep Syrian Hamsters in a pair or a group. Syrian Hamsters are the most commonly found in pet stores. The...
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63) How to Make Your Home Ready For a New Pet
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
Bringing a new pet into your home can be an exciting experience; however, there are many things that need to be done to prepare your house and family for the arrival of a new pet. If there are children in the house, it is important to teach them how to behave around a pet. Make sure they know the rules and responsibilities that will be included with the arrival of a pet. Allowing your children to help with the care of the new animal will help them to become better acquainted with the animal....
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64) Answering Your Animal Cruelty Questions
Author:
Mike Selvon
Category:
Pets
Being a pet owner is a wonderful opportunity to find unrequited love. There is just something about owning a pet that can bring out the best, or worst, in people. An animal is a huge responsibility and it is up to the pet owner to ensure that their animal is receiving quality medical care, food, water and attention. When these situations are not being met then animal cruelty is the result.It is a sad state of affairs when animals are not receiving the help and care that they so desper...
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65) Lost Dog
Author:
Robert Cunningham
Category:
Pets
As hard as we try to make sure our dog is unable to get lost it can happen and before we know it we start to panic about what we can do?Preventing a lost pet in the first place is your top priority. Have proper identification attached to your dog's collar or even better have him micro chipped by your Vet. Check all fencing and gate openings periodically and correct any problem at once. Dogs are notorious for squeezing through those small openings if the opportunity is there. Teach all...
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66) Pet Obesity - What Can We Do?
Author:
Wayne Tuttle
Category:
Pets
If you are like most loving pet parents, your dog or cat is usually at your side while you are enjoying a delicious meal. How many times have you given in to their persistent begging? You have probably convinced yourself, that their dog or cat food is tasteless and boring to eat every single day. So, why not give them a little taste of REAL food?Well here is something to think about the next time you share your meal with your cat or dog. Overweight and obese cats and dogs are on the i...
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67) Prevention and Recovery From Animal Attack
Author:
Manuel Salvacion
Category:
Pets
Having animals as pets can be fun. Dogs, cats and other pets give some sort of therapy to stressed souls. And for many, dogs provide the best company that other pets are not capable of, such as providing protection at home.But what happens when the pet whom you love to cuddle, pet and feed suddenly becomes an attacker?According to statistics, an estimated 4.5 million Americans are bitten by dogs each year. About 750, 000 of these bite incidents require medical attention while o...
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68) Buying And Selling Horses
Author:
Chris Tischer
Category:
Pets
Today it is often more difficult than going to the local stable to buy or sell a horse, in some cases it is even difficult to find a stable in the area. There is another way to buy or sell a horse today and that is on the Internet, there are reputable websites where advertisements can be placed to sell a horse and this is also a good place to begin looking for a horse to buy.
Horses, unlike most other things bought and sold, have a health history, a temperament and certain breeds are meant f...
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69) Pain Control in Companion Animals
Author:
Jill Patt
Category:
Pets
Research has shown that pain is self perpetuating and that each episode of pain triggers the next, making it easier to experience the pain. Therefore, after the animal begins to experience pain it is much more difficult to control because the pet is already cycling through this pain "loop." Additionally, research studies indicate that pain will not only cause the animal stress but that the stress will release steroids which will delay healing and recovery.Interpretation of pain in the...
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70) Spay Or Neuter Your Pet Rabbit?
Author:
Jill Patt
Category:
Pets
Sterilizing your pet rabbit is highly recommended to prevent problems down the road. Male rabbits that that are not neutered have a tendency to fight and will rip and tear each others scrotums leading to surgical intervention. Intact males will also be difficult to litter box train because they have a tendency to fecal and urine mark their environment. Intact females will also be difficult to litter box train and if left intact throughout their lives have a high potential of developing uteri...
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71) How to Put an End to Pet Odor - 3 Easy Steps to Eliminate Odors Forever!
Author:
Patrick Howell
Category:
Pets
We've all smelled it. It's without a doubt one of the most noticeable and fowl odors in existence-pet urine. When I worked in the flooring installation business, I saw literally hundreds of people's homes that were damaged due to having pets. The most common problem we witnessed was the accumulation of odors trapped in our customer's carpet and pad due to years of having pets indoors. Over time, having pets roam free in your house can result in many unnoticed accidents that slowly accumulate...
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72) The Joy That Our Pets Bring Us
Author:
M Deskins
Category:
Pets
Pets make wonderful companions and friends. All pet lovers know how precious the bond is between us and our animal friends. It doesn't matter whether the pet is a cat, dog, bunny, ferret, hamster, fish, or bird; our pets are part of our family. We all know the joy that our pets can bring us.Unfortunately, we also know the sadness and heartbreak from losing a pet. They don't stay with us forever, not in this world anyway. We know when we first bring them into our homes that we'll be lo...
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73) Pet Squirrels Habitats and Lifestyle
Author:
Joseph Devine
Category:
Pets
A wild squirrel prefers to be in the woods because it is easy to find food and nesting material. However, the curious critters also venture to backyards in parks in urban areas. Squirrels tend to nest in hollow tree trunks or branches. The nests are composed of thistledown, moss, dried grass, twigs, feathers, leaves, and shredded bark.If the squirrel lives in captivity, it is best to try to mimic their outdoor environment. The cage should be a minimum of 3 cubic feet per squirrel. Mes...
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74) Dogs and Hamsters - What Do They Have in Common?
Author:
Nadia Vella
Category:
Pets
Even though the big difference dogs have from hamsters, these two popular pets still have some common characteristics which make them similar! Both dogs and hamsters have long hair coats. One may find different long haired dogs and also long haired hamsters which are called "Teddy Bear Hamsters". Both long haired dogs and hamsters need grooming.Grooming a long coated dog:Lift the outer hair and start by brushing the undercoat on the back legs with a body brush. Brush the top co...
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75) Tips For Changing Your Pet's Bandages
Author:
CS Swarens
Category:
Pets
Unfortunately, your pet will likely get injured from time to time. In this case, it is important for you to know how to properly care for the wounds by taking care of the bandages used to protect them. With these simple tips, you will be able to keep the bandages properly in place while helping your pet heal.Tip #1: Keep the Bandages DryThe most important thing you can do for your pet is to keep its bandages dry and clean. In order to make certain they stay clean, you sh...
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76) Understanding the Biochemical Profile Test in Pets
Author:
CS Swarens
Category:
Pets
When you take your pooch in for a check up, your veterinarian will likely want to conduct a blood test that is referred to as a biochemical profile. Although most pet owners happily agree to have the biochemical profile completed, many don't actually know why the testing is done or even what the test is looking for.What is a Biochemical Profile Test?A biochemical test is conducted by taking a sample of your pet's blood. This sample is then used to check on how the intern...
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77) Applying Medication to Your Pet's Eyes and Ears
Author:
CS Swarens
Category:
Pets
As a pet owner, you may occasionally need to apply ear and eye medication to your furry friend. For many pet owners, applying these types of medications is a nerve-wracking experience. After all, the eyes and ears are sensitive areas of the pet's body and you can't help but worry about accidentally hurting your pet. With these simple steps, however, you should feel far more comfortable with applying medication to your pet and will be better capable of providing it with the care it needs....
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78) Do You Have a Mean Cat? How to Deal
Author:
Yvette Cabrera
Category:
Pets
Most people bring home a cat or a kitten expecting a friendly cat that will become a companion and lie cozily in the lap. It is unlikely that a cat will be confident enough to adjust easily to a new home and people. However, apart from the initial short period that the cat may take to get used to a new environment, most cats adjust easily in new homes.On the other hand, some cats remain fearful of the new surroundings despite patient efforts of the cat owner. Su situation may be the s...
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79) What Does a Flea Look Like - Tips on Identifying Fleas
Author:
Lance Pierce
Category:
Pets
Fleas are insects. They are very small but can be observed through naked eyes; once they reach adulthood they are usually 1,5 to 3,3 mm long. They have narrow bodies, allowing them to move into very narrow space. They are black to a brownish black color, have no wings and got many spines projecting backwards. Having those spines make them difficult to remove by scratching or shaking.Fleas cannot fly, but they can leap incredible distances for such a small insect. In fact they are the...
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80) Do You Know the Answer? Where Do Turtles Live
Author:
Steven Magill
Category:
Pets
Though the question, "Where do turtles live?" may seem simple, the answer is quite broad. Turtles live just about everywhere. Depending upon their species, turtles can be found living in a number of habitats.Where You will Find Sea Turtles - As the name implies, you will find sea turtles living in most of the oceans of the world. The only place you won't find them is Antarctica. Most sea turtles enjoy the warm, balmy waters of the tropics, but the leatherback sea turtle will roam in c...
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