Pets

Have you ever heard of the experiment Pavlov did with his dogs. The one where whenever the dog eats he would ring a bell. Eventually whenever he rang the bell the dogs would salivate. That is...

Paper training is an excellent method to house train pugs, especially when you cannot be home to let them outside. Your carpet and furniture will be safe once you are able to completely housetrain...

A Sulcata Tortoise can be a demanding animal to care for. They will grow to weigh over 80 pounds and live for over 75 years. Correctly caring for your tortoise is essential to it's well being.

Just got a lab puppy? They can be a handful if you don't do things right or they can be your best friend if you take the time to train them.

Senegals are social birds. They like company. How to teach yours to be friendly to strangers.

Sometimes there are traumatic occurrences in our lives that we in due time do overcome . . . but when it comes to our pets, trauma can have a more lasting effect on them. They can’t exactly...

Is your dog having seizures? While a seizure may only last a few minutes, it may feel like forever before your dog recovers. This article will show you how to deal with canine epilepsy.

Ever since I was a child I had a fascination for this beautiful creature . . . to the extreme thought that I wanted one for my very own . . . to keep in my pool. Absurd as it sounds, I was a kid;...

There is definitely a concern among animal lovers when it comes to feral dogs and cats. “Feral” basically means dogs and cats that are born and live without any human contact, seemingly wild and...

With the release of recent movies showcasing this breed, the Chihuahua has become very popular. Before making that decision to bring one of these little guys into your home and family you should...

How to Cycle a Fish Tank with Fish. You've already added fish to your brand new tank and now your fish are dying off and getting sick, your tank is cycling! How do you keep your fish alive...

A dog walker is hired by someone who works long hours and cannot get out with their dog everyday. Dog walking is a good career choice for those who love animals, able to be outside all year long...

If you are having troubles in your home due to a flea infestation, this is the guide for you. Fleas are pesky little creatures that cause allot of disturbing in and around you home. They can also...

Many people make the mistake of bringing a new puppy home without showing them where to go to the bathroom. This will create much chaos between the puppy and your home. No one wants puppy urine...

Fleas can be extremely difficult to get rid of once they have infested your yard, home or pet. Though you can acquire medications and chemical sprays and repellents to control and prevent fleas,...

An invisible dog fence is a system of wires that are buried along your yard's perimeter. These wires give off a radio frequency that triggers the dog's collar. The dog's collar gives an electrical...

Allergies in dogs are very common, and are one of the main reasons for a trip to the veterinarian's office. Allergies in dogs usually cause severe itching and digging, and can make your dog...

If you have one or more dogs and a nice lawn, then you have more than likely experienced unsightly yellow spots of dead grass caused by dog urine. These problems are especially common in homes...

When working with animals it is important to avoid injury to people and to the involved animals. Individuals handling the animals can be harmed not only physically, but can contract zoonotic disease.

Most human vitamins are not suitable for dogs. As carnivorous canines, dogs have very different nutritional needs than do humans, which are omnivorous primates. However, certain human supplements...

Just like people, cats are prone to developing asthma, and homeopathic treatment for cats suffering from asthma is a gentle and effective method of care. Asthma is a disease affecting the...

Roundworms are the most common gastrointestinal parasite to affect both dogs and cats, notes the Companion Animal Parasite Council. Your pet can acquire roundworms in many ways, including...

Dogs get rashes for a variety of reasons including allergies, infections, parasites and even reactions to medications. Rashes are uncomfortable and sometimes painful for dogs. Without immediate...

Kidney disease, also known as chronic renal failure, is a common illness in older cats. The disease occurs when the kidneys are no longer able to filter waste products from the body. There is no...

Skin mites live within the skin layers and in the hair follicles of dogs. They receive their nutrition from the dead hair and skin cells of the host animal and reproduce by laying their eggs...

Known for their tendency to bolt through insecure fences when startled, sheep require a sturdy containment system that will keep them inside the fence and predators outside. Two popular...

With their brilliant blue feathers and reddish-brown chests, Eastern bluebirds are beautiful to observe and have a chatty, conversational song that makes them a pleasing addition to your yard or...

If the glass stains on your aquarium are making it an unsightly mess, you may be tempted to reach for the Windex, but that decision could prove fatal to your fish. Chemicals in Windex and similar...

Lyme disease in dogs is a potentially lethal disease caused by tick bites. It can cause coordination problems, stiff joints and kidney failure. This is why it is essential for dog living in Lyme...

If you have noticed that your dog is suddenly showing signs of illness that includes bouts of excessive diarrhea, he may have been exposed to the canine rotavirus. Although the illness is one of...

Cats have specific nutritional requirements in order to stay healthy. Felines need calcium for strong teeth and bones in addition to other vitamins and minerals. Cats are carnivores, so they need...

A coho, also known as silver salmon, is a type of Pacific salmon that is found in Alaska, Baja California, Korea and Japan. The coho is a popular game fish that is considered endangered in some areas.

Scorpions are venomous arthropods that are part of the Arachnida class and are akin to spiders, ticks and mites. There are more than 1,000 different species of scorpions throughout the world.

Chihuahuas come in two different types: long-haired and short-haired. Pregnancy care is the same for both types. Chihuahua owners should consider carefully before breeding a pet.

When your pet's hair becomes tangled it can usually be brushed out, but those tangles get worse if left unattended. Removing these mats is easier said than done, but there are a few home remedies...

Dogs chew for many different reasons. The item may smell like you. It might taste good. The dog is bored. The dog is anxious. The puppy is teething. It doesn't get enough exercise. Whatever the...

A dog's matted coat is both uncomfortable and hazardous to its health. Mats pull at the dog's skin and may cause the skin to break down into "hot spots" over time. Removing mats can be...

Red algae is slimy, can be a range of colors and is not a true algae. For most aquarists, red algae is just a headache.

Algae can build up in your turtle pond, turning it from crystal-clear to a murky green color and preventing you from seeing the beauty that lies beneath the water. This happens because the waste...

Shampoos meant specifically for dogs can be purchased at any pet store. However, commercial shampoos contain a high percentage of non-organic ingredients, including sodium lauryl sulphate,...

With the recent introduction of new t5 lamps, which are capable of replicating the spectrum of light corals need to grow, there has been much debate over whether t5 is better than metal halide.

A comparison of dog and human anatomy must necessarily involve all of the body---humans and dogs share the same molecular and cellular structures, organs and systems with major differences showing...

A dog scratching himself doesn't necessarily mean a serious problem, and it's perfectly normal for dogs to do so. Pay attention if it's overly regular or localized, as this can be a signal that...

Painted turtles, or Chrysemys pictas, are a species of turtle in North America (more specifically southern Canada, the United States Northern Mexico). They live in bodies of water that have a...

Wild rabbits are not difficult to catch live with the right trap, bait and placement. You may want to catch rabbits to relocate them out of your garden or yard if they are being destructive to...

Horse colic, a form of abdominal distress, can be caused by stress, gas, changes in diet or weather, or by other variables, and can range from mild to life-threatening. The most serious form is...

Turtles are long-lived reptiles with attached shells. Turtles are divided into 12 biological families, with a wide range of appearance, habitat and behavior. Over 250 species exist around the...

A sea anemone is an invertebrate polyp with a cylinder body and a mouth encircled by tentacles, according to the Microsoft Encarta Encyclopedia. It belongs in the Anthozoa class, which also...

If the bitch was wormed prior to breeding and during pregnancy, your puppy may not have worms. Take a fecal sample to your veterinarian to be sure. Generally, prescription wormers have no side...

Fleas and ticks are a common problem for pets and pet owners. These parasites are known to carry and spread disease as well as irritate the animals they infest. If that animal happens to be a...