Pets

Asthma attacks in dogs occur due to sensitivities to triggers such as environmental allergens, chemical irritants, weather changes, smoke, pollution and anxiety. Exposure to such triggers causes...

You need to keep your dog in your yard, and you want to provide some type of containment system for your pet. Your dog needs a secure environment where he can stay and, you need to bee a good...

Whether your cat is suffering from allergies, a cold or the flu, nasal congestion can be a problem. Here are a few simple and natural remedies to employ that will help combat your cat's nasal...

Before a few years ago, "mix breeders" were unheard of. Today, however, it is a much different story. "Designer breeds," or two purebred dogs coming together to create another breed, are in high...

It can be quite difficult to keep a cat from entering a certain room of your house, especially if the door is open. They are agile, quick, high-jumping creatures that can find many ways into an...

Ticks can be harmful creatures, as they inhabit our homes and lawns, feed off blood and can in some cases cause disease or other infection. While there are several retail products that repel...

Koi ponds usually have submersible pumps that circulate water through some sort of system that filters out materials harmful to koi and other pond fish. Pond filters, depending on the size, can be...

Pharmaceutical products like phenylbutazone are the standard way to treat equine pain. Like many pharmaceuticals, bute can have side effects and long-term risks. For this reason, many horse...

Like any animal, horses sometimes experience wounds, whether brought on by other horses, insects or some other injury. If you see your horse is wounded and it's a situation that you can handle...

Gelatin contains glycine, an amino acid that has anti-inflammatory and brain-protective properties. Adding plain, unflavored gelatin to a dog's food may prevent arthritis.

Poultry feeders can be made from recycled materials that are already in use or being stored somewhere around your house. Pie pans, buckets, scrap pieces of wood, tin or plastic can all be made...

Birdbaths are great ways to attract birds to a yard or garden. Birds not only eat insects around your home, but they are interesting to observe. If you are using a birdbath to bring birds to your...

Although kidney disease is degenerative, some medications and dietary alternations can help your cat stay healthier longer. Make sure your cat has plenty of water and is eating. Use merc sol, nat...

Accidents happen, even to the most careful pet owner. Cats, especially younger ones, are notorious for getting themselves into situations they should not be in. If you are having home improvements...

Backyard flocks are growing in popularity as people take control of their personal food supply, but it's important to remember that the nutritional requirements of a broiler chicken are very...

Although red maple trees (Acer rubrum) are beautiful to look at, their wilted leaves are poisonous to horses. Horses can die within days of eating wilted red maple leaves, according to David...

African grey parrots are known for being brilliant, quick to learn, loving and loud. There is much to learn, which can help new parrot owners bond with their pet.

Bladder stones aren't just painful for cats. In male cats, they can block the urethra, causing a medical emergency and even death. Some of the symptoms of bladder stones are straining to pass...

Meal worms are the most common food alternative to crickets when it comes to feeding leopard geckos. There are advantages to both, but meal worms are much easier to house because of their...

Just like humans, skin cancer develops in dogs when they spend an excessive amount of time in the sun. The precautions to prevent skin cancer in humans also apply to dogs as well.

The term pH refers to how acidic or alkaline water is. This is very important for aquariums because most fish have a specific pH range in which they can thrive. For example, angel fish can live in...

High-fiber foods can help correct mild constipation in dogs. Overweight dogs also benefit from high-fiber snacks, which help them feel full without consuming too many calories. Numerous high-fiber...

Iguana mites are often a problem for iguana owners. These external parasites (which look like tiny moving dots) can damage the health and happiness of captive iguanas, and will do significant harm...

Cats love to climb and hide in dark, small places. You may also have noticed that your cat loves boxes. Most cats do. You can make a simple cat house with cardboard boxes and carpet that your cat...

Several topical preparations are used to assist in the treatment of joint pain in horses. Different topical ointments and balms are used for everything from cuts to degenerative joint disease.

Chemicals found in products to kill fleas and ticks are highly toxic and can harm your pets. Homemade flea sprays are non-toxic and inexpensive but are only one step in battling fleas. Time and...

Swine flu is a respiratory disease caused by the type A influenza virus that primarily affects pigs. The disease is rarely spread to humans but, according to the CDC, pigs can catch both human and...

Darvocet is a prescription pain medication that is not approved for canines or other veterinarian uses. Ingestion of even a small dose of Darvocet by a canine can lead to serious illness or death.

Even the most housebroken dog occasionally has an accident. If your dog has repeatedly urinated in the same spot, you should take your rug to be professionally cleaned but you can remove all...

Roundworms are also known as larva migrans and are parasites. They are common in dogs and in cats, with the roundworms being specific to the species.

In these money-crunching times, even our pets are feeling the pinch of the family budget. Making smart financial decisions for our pets without jeopardizing their health and well-being is...

Choosing your puppy yourself, do not ordering out of state. It's important to see your puppy first hand. Deciding on the color is one thing you have to do. Black and tan is one option and blue and...

Maintaining a tropical fish tank can be a fun and rewarding experience. Here are some tips on taking good care of your freshwater fish tank.

We just can't help ourselves when we see a dog. We are compelled to go over and say hi, no matter what the dogs owner might say. We have to touch them, and pet them, but that isn't always the best...

Want to know how to deliver your dogs puppies? Although it can be done without your intervention, there are a number of things that you can do to increase the comfort and survival rate of your...

Do you want a well trained puppy then consider using a crate; crate training lets you be in control and not the other way around. The crate will control leaving feces or urine accidents in the...

Telling them apart is easier than not being eaten by them!

Does your dog bark constantly? Barking is how dogs talk. But excessive barking can keep you up at night and irritate the neighbors. Here are a few tips on how to get your dog to stop barking.

Does your dog get tired of toys easily? One days favorite toy can quickly turn into a forgotten relic of the past. Sometimes it seems like you have to buy your dog a new toy ever other week just...

Statistics show that pets are more likely to be injured or be lost over the holiday period than at any other time. During this time owners are often preoccupied and fail to notice what there...

If your planning to purchase a puppy for your family there are many factors to consider, such as size, energy level, temperament, maintenance, life expectancy, sociability, possible medical...

It's always fun to Celebrate your dogs birthday. We all celebrate our own birthday's, so why shouldn't we celebrate our dogs birthday's as well. They are already part of the family and we love...

Canine congestive heart failure treatments vary depending on the severity of the disease. Although the condition is very serious and can lead to immediate death, there are some things doctors can...

Bringing a puppy home is a new and exciting experience, but it can be scary for the puppy. They are in a strange environment and do not know what to expect. When bringing a new puppy into the...

Having a kitty can be beneficial to your family as most pets provide friendly company to their owners. A kitty is cute and furry but there are downfalls of owning a pet. Changing the kitty...

Shelties are smart, energetic, hardy dogs. They learn quickly and can be easy to train. Being from the herding breed they do like to work and are great at a lot of different dog sports, including...

Leopard geckos are great pets for children and they don’t smell as bad as hamsters and gerbils. For the most part, leopard geckos are very friendly and enjoy a lot of attention. With little...

Recent shocking research has stated that many popular pet food brands includes carcasses from euthanized animals. Eating these foods (along with the pentobarbital that comes along with it) can...

Here is an easy way to remove fleas from your home and from your cats! I've used this method to rid my home and my two beloved cats of the fleas that had taken over!