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101) Teaching Your Companion to Sit and Lay Down
Author:
Zac Ferlan
Category:
Pets
Training is important; it is the difference between your dog being your best friend and your dog being a nuisance all the time. Training can also benefit both you and your companion. Training creates a good bond between you and your dog. It also keeps your dog safe and protects him from harm such as the street because he listens to you.
Some of the basic commands that you will want to teach your dog first will be sit, lay down, stay, and come. In this article you will learn about sit and lay...
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102) Diabetes Dietary Treatment - Timing of Meals
Author:
Rich Masters
Category:
Pets
The feeding schedule of pets receiving insulin should be planned so that nutrients are delivered to the body during peak periods of exogenous insulin activity. This span will be determined by the type of insulin used and the time of day it is administered. Several small meals should be provided throughout the period of insulin activity, as opposed to feeding a single large meal. Feeding several small meals helps minimize postprandial fluctuations in blood glucose levels. Other factors that a...
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103) EPA Approved Versus Foreign Flea Control Products
Author:
Clark Tran
Category:
Pets
Illegal Flea Control products, including foreign-labeled, unregistered versions of Advantage and Frontline, have been illegally imported and sold throughout the U.S. Though registered for use in other countries, some foreign-labeled versions have omitted important warnings, especially those pertaining to children that are required in the United States. Versions imported from such countries as England, Australia and Canada often give doses in metric units, which can cause Americans to acciden...
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104) How to Protect Your Pet in the Event of a Flood
Author:
Julie Calligaro
Category:
Pets
The devastating floods in Iowa are a reminder that pets and their owners may be forced to evacuate on short notice.Yet studies on disaster evacuation show that only 40% of pet owners are prepared to evacuate their pets with the rest of the family. The remaining 60% evacuate without their pets and then risk their own lives by returning home prematurely to rescue their animals. To safeguard your pet during a flood, be prepared before the flooding occurs. Take action now, our companion a...
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105) Planning a Vacation With Your Pet
Author:
CS Swarens
Category:
Pets
Are you getting ready to go on vacation with your pet? If so, you aren't alone. In fact, a growing number of pet owners are deciding to take their pets with them when they travel. In order to your vacation a pleasant experience for both you and your pet, however, there are several things you should keep in mind.Determine if Your Pet is Really Ready to TravelBefore you begin making vacation plans that included your four-legged friend, you need to make an honest assessment of you...
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106) National Pet Adoption Month
Author:
Clark Tran
Category:
Pets
June is the start of summer and is the official National Pet Adoption Month, what a better way than to start with adopting a pet. There are so many animals in your local shelters that need a loving home. Many of these animals have been abused, mistreated, abandoned, or their owner just was not prepared for the responsibility. Here are some great tips to get you ready for your pet.
1.The shelter where you intend to adopt your pet should be clean and professional. Make sure the...
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107) Plastic Cone Collars Vs Soft E Collars
Author:
Wayne Tuttle
Category:
Pets
Often after surgery our pets may require a device to stop them from gaining access to their surgical area. Or on occasion, our pets may need something to deter them from licking, biting or scratching at a chronic sore spot. One such product that is widely used today by veterinarians is the "E-Collar" or Elizabethan Collar.Where did the name Elizabethan or E-Collar come from? The term Elizabethan Collar comes from an article of clothing called "the ruffs", which was worn around the nec...
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108) Pet Urine Cleaning Products Saved My Love For Gypsy
Author:
Ray Pugh
Category:
Pets
Pet urine cleaning products became a necessity for me recently as my life was forever changed. As pet owners we are sometimes faced with situations we have never experienced before. Being a life long pet owner still did not prepare me for the day my 15 year old beagle Gypsy lost her eyesight as father time caught up with her.She adapted very well to being blind, much better than I did. She was able to navigate through the house once she learned the layout of the furniture. She still b...
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109) Getting the Pet Odor Out of Your Home
Author:
Lauren Kline
Category:
Pets
Pets, we either love them or hate them. But one thing is certain, when you're selling your home, pet odor is not the first thing you want a potential buyer to notice about your house. So along with your usual pre-sale house-cleaning, pet owners must take special consideration to remove the smell of their pets from their home.Many people get their carpets cleaned when they are selling their home. While this is generally a good idea, if there is per urine on your carpet or upholstery, t...
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110) Cats and Dogs Nutrition
Author:
Rich Masters
Category:
Pets
In recent years, researchers have been able to explain why humans bond so strongly to their pets, and they have also discovered that the relationship between humans and animals is often beneficial to human health. It is not surprising that the strong emotional attachment that people feel for their pets is coupled with a concern for providing them with the best in health care and nutrition. Advances in veterinary medicine have resulted in vaccination programs that protect dogs and cats from m...
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111) Dogs & Cats Health - Digestion and Absorption of Nutrients
Author:
Rich Masters
Category:
Pets
Digestion and absorption of nutrients actually begin in the mouth, with the mastication (chewing) of food and its mixture with saliva. Digestion continues throughout the gastrointestinal system and ends with the excretion of waste products and undigested food in the feces.For an animal to survive, water is the single most important nutrient for the body. Water within the cells is necessary for most metabolic processes and chemical reactions, is important for temperature regulation, an...
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112) Dogs and Cats Obesity
Author:
Rich Masters
Category:
Pets
Obesity is currently the most common nutritional disorder that occurs in companion animals in the United States. Surveys have reported incidence rates of between 24% and 34% in adult dogs. One of the most recent studies collected information on almost 130,000 dogs and cats from 55 private veterinary practices in 33 states. Results showed that 27% of dogs were judged to be overweight or obese. The proportion of overweight/obese pets peaked during middle age (over 45%), while geriatric pets an...
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113) Make Life Easier, GPS Collar Tracking
Author:
Bryan E Williams
Category:
Pets
I'll do anything to make my life easier and less stressful. I bet your asking why Microchips an doggy GPS will make your life less stressful. I'll explain. We've all had those times when the beloved family dog goes missing. When this happens you're probably panic as I do. Of course the pressure from your significant other and kids only compounds the problem. What if you lived in a world where you knew the exact location of your dog? Well, my friends, this is very much possible and can be had...
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114) Flea Control - How to Get Rid of Fleas the Right Way
Author:
Ruby Miller
Category:
Pets
As you probably know fleas primarily survive off of the blood of your pets. It is often difficult to spot the fleas on your pet due to their fur. Fleas can cause your pets to lose so much blood that they become anemic or they can transmit some pretty tough diseases into your pet. Because of this you will need to be completely committed to wiping out this pest wherever they live.The exam should start with your pet. You will do well to comb them each day with a special flea comb. If you...
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115) Flea Control - Cool Techniques For Getting Rid of Fleas in Your Car!
Author:
Ruby Miller
Category:
Pets
Your vehicle can also be a hot spot for fleas. A flea can happily take up residence in the upholstery or even in your vehicle's carpet. Just parking in a yard that is flea infested can put them in your car via your passenger's shoes. If you want to get rid of these fleas then you will have to go through two steps. The first thing that you'll have to do is clean the whole car out through some tips I'll give you later. The second step will be to move on to clearing your pets and your house so...
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116) Dogs can Really be Your Best Friend - Simple Dog Training Tips
Author:
Charlotte Linda Tu'ulakitau
Category:
Pets
Dogs can Really be Your Best Friend - Simple Dog Training Tips
Dogs are man's best friend. Despite that, a dog's bad habits can grate on our nerves, and the occasional nip can sour a relationship very quickly. That is why it's important to establish boundaries and make sure your dog is well-trained! The truth is, a dog can really be your best friend. After all, they are affectionate, loyal and incredibly smart creatures.
Dog training is essential for both you and your dog's happiness. Wh...
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117) Do You Have an Observant Eye For Your Pet's Eye Problem?
Author:
Paul Kramer
Category:
Pets
Every pet owners are always on the lookout after their pet's health and welfare and sometimes they can treat their pet like a child of their own. They always want to best for these little darlings. Unfortunately, eye infection is fairly common in pets. They can be a nuisance and a danger anytime without a moment's notice or when somethings lodges in their eyes. Then, it can turn from bad to worst things when they try to scratch it off. The prime question entertains the mind is: Are there any...
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118) Where to Buy Quality Wholesale Pet Food
Author:
Garcia Smith
Category:
Pets
If you have a pet, buying quality pet food and supplies can get expensive very quickly. One of the easiest ways to save money on pet food and pet products is to purchase in bulk through a wholesale distributor. Using a quality wholesale distributor will allow you to stock up on supplies and buy less often.Fortunately, wholesale distributors of pet food and products aren't difficult to find. There are a large number of companies in the wholesale market for pet products there may even b...
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119) Know Dog Parvo Symptoms and Act Fast
Author:
Richard Cross Terris
Category:
Pets
The healthiest thing you can do for your puppy is to make sure that he has Parvo Virus immunizations as soon as he is at the right age for it. Also, make sure to attend follow-up visits and boosters as recommended by a qualified animal doctor.Parvo Virus in Dogs acts quickly to debilitate the digestive system. You will need to work promptly if your dog begins to vomit, experience a loss of appetite or thirst, or have continuous diarrhoea. This is an emergency situation for your dog be...
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120) Dog Illness Symptoms - Learn When Your Dog Needs Help
Author:
Richard Cross Terris
Category:
Pets
A dog's illness symptoms vary from one environment to the other. It may be perfectly acceptable that your cuddly Pekingese wants to lay around by your side all the time, but this may be a warning signal if somebody else's generally active Pekingese is behaving this way towards them. The key to recognizing illness symptoms in dogs is to pay attention to them and see if they are doing unusual things that are out of character. Many dog illnesses symptoms become obvious when you start to look fo...
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