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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 Clean Turtle Shell

By Jonathan F.

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Turtles are an integral part of the environment and can make wonderful pets. Their habitat is not a spotless paradise. Turtle shells will often accumulate algae over time. Although the algae itself might not pose a threat, it may mask one. ... more »

How to Clean up After a Pet Snail

By eHow Pets Editor

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Snails, though earthy and having reputations for being slimy animals, need clean habitats to survive. Their chances for survival often rest on finding and thriving in clean, suitable environments. Keep your pet snail happy and healthy by cleaning ... more »

How to Clicker Train a Cat to a Paw Target (Cat Herding 102)

By fuzzpaws

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If you've already done Cat Herding 101, then you know how to train your cat to touch a target stick with its nose. Now it's time to teach your cat how to do the same thing, but using its paw!.. more »

How to Clip Dog Claws

By Gardengates

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It's vital to keep you pup's claws clipped properly. Nails that grow too long are not only likely to catch and tear, but can cause serious health problems by injury or by causing your dog to alter his/her natural gait and posture... more »

How to Clip Your Horse

By ellenmwoods

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Whether you just want to get rid of a few whiskers or you want to give your horse a full show clip, here are some tips to help you... more »

How to Communicate With Elephants

By Ryn Gargulinski

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Dangling a mouse in front of an elephant may not make him jump ten feet in the air, but it’s not a great way to get along with him, either. You can communicate with elephants by learning what they are trying to tell you and responding in kind... more »

How to Communicate With Your Dog

By David Kingsbury

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It has been said that dogs are man’s best friend, and rightly so. Most dogs are loving, faithful and brimming with playful energy to boot. Nevertheless, language barriers between man and beast tend to hamper their relationship. ... more »

How to Control your Dog's Shedding

By meemee67

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Animals shed to get rid of old, damaged, or extra hair. They normally grow a heavy coat in the winter to help insulate themselves and then shed the extra hair in the summer. However, dogs will also shed broken or damaged hair, and if their skin ... more »

How to Convince Your Wife to Let You Have a Cat

By abbeyroad920

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Having a pet can help make your apartment or house feel more like a home. While you may be wild about the idea of owning a cat, for example, your wife may not be as enthusiastic. A decision such as getting a cat should be one that the both of you ... more »

How to Cope With a Biting Pet Sugar Glider

By eHow Pets Editor

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Coping with a biting pet sugar glider is often one of the first things a new owner must learn how to do. Follow these simple tips to greatly reduce the number of bites and threatening nips from your pet sugar glider... more »

How to Cope with Adopting an Abused Dog

By eHow Pets Editor

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Adopting a dog that has been abused can be a very rewarding experience. In most cases, the effects of the abuse can be reversed over time. However, it is important to remember that the dog comes to you with a history in which humans were not very ... more »

How to Create a White Tiger Habitat

By CatsEyeEditing

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When creating a habitat for a wild animal, it's important to make the surroundings as natural as possible so the animal does not feel like it's in captivity. White tigers need plenty of space, because they are accustomed to having a territory ... more »

How to Cut a Rabbit's Nails

By Beth Williams

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It's the one thing most rabbit owners dread: Cutting their bunny's nails. Cutting a rabbit's nails can be a stressful process, for both you and your rabbit, but it's an essential part of keeping your rabbit groomed. Nails that are too long can ... more »

How to Deal With A Female Dog In Heat

By Michelle Hill

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If you plan on breeding your female dog, you must know when will be the best time to breed her. Most females go into heat the first time between 8 and 11 months of age. If you do not want to breed your dog, knowing the times she will be in heat ... more »

How to Decide if You Should Adopt a Bunny Rabbit

By Elexia Patterson

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Bunny rabbits can make wonderful pets. People use them as emotional support animals to help ease depression, anxiety, and other issues. Each rabbit has a very unique personality. They also require lots of time, money, space, and work. Before ... more »

How to decide when your pet should go to the emergency vet.

By VirtualCherub

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Just like with small children, you’re unsure if the signs and symptoms of an illness or what seems like a slight injury require a visit to the doctor. This is even more of a challenge to determine when it’s after hours and the decision involves ... more »

How to Determine the Age of Kittens

By Ty Arthur

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While it's not possible to determine the exact age of a cute and cuddly kitten, unless you have it's actual date of birth, there are several reliable methods that can be used to get a general age range... more »

How to Diagnose Fever in a Cat

By eHow Pets Editor

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Cats can't tell us when they aren't feeling well, so it's up to those who care for them to watch for signs of illness. A cat's fever can happen for a variety of reasons, including an infection, virus or parasites. Knowing the signs can help you ... more »

How to do "Emergency first Aide " on your pet when exposed to poison

By welch

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Learn how to Identify poison symptoms and how to help save your pets life.. more »

How to Earn Money Through Your Pets

By DreamLiving

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Horse hair is sold every day. Wool is very likely somewhere in your home or on your body. But can your treasured pet(s) produce another stream of income for you? If you have birds, dogs, cats, or rabbits, you may be able to earn a little extra ... more »

How to Ease a Dog's Fear of Fireworks

By Juliet Bluth

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While humans enjoy the Fourth of July celebration with fireworks, your dog may not be so thrilled by the sights and sounds. Dogs may react to the loud noise and flashes by whimpering, trembling, panting, extreme neediness and sometimes even ... more »

How to Ensure Your Pet is Taken Care Of

By amylaine

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For many families their pets are part of their family. You spend tons of money to keep your dog, cat, or other family pet happy and comfortable. What happens if you become unable to care for your pet due to death or severe disability? Learn how ... more »

How to Exercise Your Dog

By Gardengates

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Do you want a healthy dog? A happy one? A dog that bonds to you? Give your dog lots of exercise and you will both benefit!.. more »

How to Feed a Cat a Raw Meat Diet

By MacDonald

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Cats are obligate carnivores. This means they must have meat to survive for the essential amino acids and unique proteins. Many nutritionists and vets would agree that a raw meat diet is best for a cat, although many people find the idea ... more »

How to Feed a Guinea Pig

By Melissa Hawkins

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Guinea pigs are also known as cavies. They are vegetarians, and need a constant supply of grass and hay to graze and chew on. Constant chewing and grazing not only provides nutritional benefits for guinea pigs, but helps keep their molars low. ... more »

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