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Expert pet advice from the How To authorities at eHow. From cats, dogs and fish, to ferrets and horses, and on to even more exotic pets like tigers and wallaroos, eHow has answers to your pet questions. Dog training? Cleaning an aquarium? Caring for a pet tarantula? Feeding a parakeet? Veterinary care for your farm animals? eHow's pet specialists have practical advice you can use. Looking for tips on Chia Pets or Tamagotchi? eHow even has step-by-step articles on caring for pet substitutes

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How to Feed a Vietnamese Potbellied Pig

By eHow Pets Editor

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Just because your pig's a pig, and potbellied at that, doesn't mean you should let her pig-out. As with any animal (or human for that matter), overeating can negatively affect health... more »

How to Feed Backyard Birds

By Tracy Rose

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Birds lover's can enjoy watching backyard birds year round by creating a bird-friendly environment. It's easy to feed backyard birds. All you need are some bird feeders, a variety of food, fresh water and vegetation to attract birds to your yard. ... more »

How to Feed Saltwater Fish

By eHow Pets Editor

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You should pay attention to what you feed your saltwater fish so they can grow and thrive. There are a number of things to remember when you feed you fish. Here are some of them... more »

How to Feed Your Puppy

By Penny DiLoreto

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As a breeder I am often asked; "How much, how often and what should I feed my puppy? This article is designed to answer these questions, and to help you feel more confident in caring for your new puppy... more »

How to Find a Good Dog Food

By Eric Letendre

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Feeding your dog a quality dog food is important for your dog's health. Not all dog food is created equal. Some are good, some not so good. There are some tips that you'll want to follow to find a good dog food for your dog... more »

How to find a lost pet bird

By Adele

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How to find a pet bird that has flown away. These are steps to take before and after, if your bird flies off. It's better to know before your bird suddenly decides to do a long distance flying lesson without permission. Even if you have a bird ... more »

How to Find a Reputable Dog Trainer

By Deana Case

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There are no laws governing who may call themselves a dog trainer. Anybody can buy a business license and begin taking money to train dogs. Be an informed consumer and ask questions before you write the check to the person who says they can make ... more »

How to Find Chia Pet Grass

By eHow Pets Editor

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Chia Pet Grass is grown for your cat to eat. Chia Pet Grass was designed to help stop your cat from chewing on your favorite plants or eating plants in your backyard and to aid in your cat's general health. Chia Pet Grasses are pesticide free and ... more »

How to Find Dog Obedience Classes

By eHow Pets Editor

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All dogs require some kind of training, but most dog owners don't know how to go about teaching simplest of commands. Sign up for dog obedience classes and learn how to train your dog. Forge a lasting bond by working with your dog, and transform ... more »

How to Find Out About Factory Farming

By eHow Pets Editor

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Factory farming involves exploiting animals for the sake of ensuring profits in the meat and dairy industries. Animals are not the only ones in jeopardy from factory farming. Humans also experience the negative side effects of factory farming by ... more »

How to Find Timber Wolf Tracks

By eHow Pets Editor

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The timber wolf is a subspecies of the Gray Wolf native to North America. Known for its beauty and power, the wolf is a skilled hunter, adept at staying out of sight. Finding timber wolf tracks is an exciting and challenging exercise in tracking ... more »

How to Fireproof a Horse Barn

By eHow Pets Editor

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Losing a horse to sickness or an accident is distressing, but losing an entire barn of horses to a fire that could have been prevented is tragic. The average barn is full of fire hazards. Implementing good barn management practices and removing ... more »

How to First Aid Kit For Horse Owners

By horserides

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All horse owners should have a first-aid kit in a box or cabinet in your tack room.. more »

How to Fly a Dog Safely in an Airplane's Cargo Section

By Melissa Maroff

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If your only option is to transport your dog by plane and he is too large to fit under your seat, the only other alternative is the plane's pressurized, temperature controlled cargo compartment. Although it will likely be stressful for both you ... more »

How to Freshen a Cat's Breath

By ilovekhym

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The most common cause of bad breath is tartar buildup surrounding the teeth. As in people, small particles off food remain in the mouth after eating. These particles decompose creating conditions where oral bacteria thrive. These bacterial grow ... more »

How to Get A Dog To Sleep In Its Own Bed

By Lauren Romano

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Many dogs sleep wherever they feel like it whether it be on top of your shoes or right in the middle of the walkway. Every dog needs its own place to sleep just like a human does and here is the easiest way to get them to do it... more »

How to Get a Prepurchase Exam for a Horse

By eHow Pets Editor

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Very few horses are 100 percent sound. Obtaining a prepurchase exam alerts the buyers to a horse's defects and allows them to make an informed decision on whether to buy the horse... more »

How to get a puppy started on the right direction.

By pigs4fun

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"Oh, he/she is just a puppy." That is no excuse. Follow these simple steps and you will be saying, "This is Hazzel." She is 3 months and she is a pure joy... more »

How to Get Rid of Flies Around a Birdfeeder

By OutdoorWoman

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The most important step in eliminating flies is to eliminate their breeding source. If flies are breeding near the bird feeder, you should take steps to clean up the area, then perform routine maintenance to prevent their return. This should keep ... more »

How to Get Rid of Aquarium Algae

By George Sommers

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Like a slimy green plague, it grows and multiplies and and - if left unchecked - eventually coats your whole fish tank. Algae - the aquarist's bane - has caused more than one hobbyist to quit in disgust, but there's no need to take such drastic ... more »

How to Get Rid Of Fleas On A Puppy

By Janet Ford

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Puppies are often too young for the majority of chemical type flea prevention or treatments yet they are just as susceptible to getting fleas as any other dog. Should your young puppy get fleas, what are you supposed to do? I'm going to share a ... more »

How to Get Rid Of Your Dog's Tear Stains

By Janet Ford

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Tear stains are unsightly and all too common, especially in small breeds such as toy poodles, cavalier king charles spaniels, brichons, etc. There are many commercially available products available on the market today but if you'd like to learn ... more »

How to Get The Most Out Of Your Visit To A Dog Breeders Home

By Janet Ford

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You owe it to yourself and to your breeder to come prepared when you visit their home or dog kennel. Picking a puppy is not easy but your breeder can help, if your properly prepared. As a long time dog breeder, I'll share this information with ... more »

How to get your dog to play with your pet chicken

By chicknfillet

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Training your dog to tolerate the chickens is good but to actually play with the chickens is even better. My original idea was to keep the dog from wanting to eat the chickens. The dog turned it into a game of tag. Try this at home... more »

How to Get Your Dog's Attention

By Eric Letendre

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Getting your dog's attention is one of the most important steps when it comes to obedience training. Learn how to get your dogs attention using easy dog training methods... more »

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