Fluffy is a beloved member of your family. As his caretaker, you have the job of feeding him quality food that promotes good health and helps prevent disease due to nutritional deficiencies. But...
Assuming you've already answered the all-important questions of whether or not you really want a dog or cat, can properly care for it, and which breed you prefer, buying a pedigreed pet requires a...
If you have discipline, a passion for animals, and a willingness to do extensive research, breeding can be a fascinating way to earn money and a great way to be around animals. The mother and...
Fantasizing about seeing your colors on the next Seabiscuit or Secretariat? Chomping at the bit to make your own run for the roses? A good place to start is the racetrack. Owning a racehorse is an...
Koi, Japanese-bred ornamental carp, are prized for their beauty and magnificent coloring. You should be committed to caring for the fish before investing in them, as koi can live for 20 years or...
Unless you are a breeder, neutering or spaying is a humane and ethical element of caring for your pet. It reduces many health risks and ensures that your pet will not contribute to the...
A poorly trained dog can embarrass its owner and offend other people--or even make them feel threatened. To raise a well behaved dog, enroll him or her in an obedience class at a young age. Here...
Though you'll find sprays and rinses at pet stores for removing skunk stinks, you rarely have the luxury of running to the store when a skunk strikes. Battle the odor with this homemade remedy.
It is important to remain calm if your kitten or cat gets caught in a tree. She is probably quite freaked out, and you, as the owner, need to help her calm down.
Unlike dogs, cats don't need obedience classes to develop good manners. If you are consistent in your regulations and generous in your affection, most cats will reward you with good behavior. If a...
Grooming your cat regularly with a brush or comb will reduce the occurrence of mats in the fur. Unfortunately, many cats wind up with matted fur because they hate to be groomed. Here's how to deal...
Before you welcome a furry friend into your home, you need to prepare
your house--and your family--for the new member. Keeping a
pet can be a lot of work and at least a decade-long commitment....
If you've adopted a tiny kitten, chance are you've had to bottle-feed it for the first few weeks. The weaning process can be a bit tricky, but in a few weeks your kitten should be eating from a...
Although a requirement for Hearing Service Dogs, it's also handy to have a dog who can help with the phone. BTW: This does not mean that the dog will actually speak on the phone, just bring it...
I have lived in San Diego off and on for approximately 10 years. About a year ago my wife and I adopted a dog from the Helen Woodward Animal Center a unique non-profit organization in San Diego...
The blind retreive is a matter of trust between the dog and the handler. The blind retreive is especially useful for tracking, go-backs, frisbee/ball catching, and directed jumping.
older dogs very often have a difficult time walking b/c their hind legs are not strong enough. This is a helpful tip so they can get around
A mainstay of most service dogs, the ability to assist the handler by picking up dropped items is always handy. Additionally, it can be used as a precursor to a retreive for those dogs who don't...
One thing that can be very annoying about taking your dog for a walk on the leash is when he/she steps over the leash and it gets caught under the dog's belly. Dog owners are constantly bending...
This is one of the most beloved tricks to teach your dog, and a special hit with children.
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