Pets

Puppies are so much fun and are so, so sweet. They bring us joy, love and laughter. Still, paper training your new puppy can be a pain! For any dog lover out there, you know all puppies are...

Maintaining good water quality is important when keeping fish as pets. You can use water quality test strips to monitor your water quality. These are easy-to-use water quality testing kits that...

Natural remedies for your dog has become popular especially after the dog food fiasco that made the dog's sick and some didn't make it. So natural foods were in demand from pet owner's as well as...

There are lots of great articles to read about dealing with a diabetic cat. Most of them will tell you the medical terms, the things it does to your cats body. That is not this, this tells you...

You may have seen on Animal Planet, TV channel, or over heard a veterinarian mentioning a number from one to nine, while examining a dog or cat. This is called the nine point scoring system and is...

Snakes are very interesting animals. They are relatively easy to catch too! Here are a few tips to snatch yourself a snake.

I have found the sit command to be one of the easiest commands to teach a dog. Sit is the first trick you should teach your dog. Here’s how you do it:

So you have decided you want to get a collar for your cat! Here are some tips on what to look for in a cat collar.

If you have been thinking about getting a Basenji Dog as a pet, there may be a few things that you need to know about this unique, very energetic and intelligent breed, originating from central...

The best way to fit a collar on your dog to avoid injury or an escape.

This is how to give your cat a bath!

Feel like your overwhelmed and need help caring for your cats? Here is a guide on how to care for your cats without having a anxiety attack!

Have you ever had to stop a dog's ear from bleeding. Even the slightest nick on a dog s ear can lead to excessive bleeding. Which makes the dog want to shake their head causing more bleeding...

Cats are masters at hiding illness. Quite often, by the time there are clear, obvious signs of sickness, the prognosis is fatal. Even if you have a fast paced life, it is important to watch for...

Have trouble teaching your pet rock new tricks, or don't know what to teach it? Get help with this helpful article!

A deaf dog can be just as happy and healthy as a hearing dog. Just because your dog is deaf, don’t assume he isn’t smart. They can fit into a family with some minor adjustments and techniques...

To train an older puppy or adult dog to walk on a leash is a frustration of many new dog owners. Many new dog owners can't wait to take their dog out for a walk.They want the neighborhood to see...

You always want to keep your kitty cat happy. If you keep your pet happy, s/he will be nice to you and try to help you stay happy. Cats always enjoy sleeping so you should give your cat a nice...

Moms and Dads pick at least four to five breeds to choose from, then research them.

The decision to purchase a puppy is an exciting and wonderful time for any household. However, this is not a simple purchase, this is a commitment to a 10-15 year relationship. With that in mind,...

Despite the wise words of Cesar Milan telling us not to spoil our dogs and give them people foods, sometimes we just can't help ourselves. Even the most well intentioned dog owners sometimes leave...

We are going to attempt something that will take a little time to accomplish but it can be done. Not only will your cat become smarter he or she will have fun at the same time. It will take a bit...

A common warning given to dog owners---and rightly so---is the danger of overfeeding their pet, as overweight dogs can be subject to a number of health problems. However, the other extreme, where...

Laying down glue traps can be an effective method of removing mice or rats from your house. Although you should always keep your pets away from the traps, a free-flying pet bird might accidentally...

Billions of cells make up a dog's brain. The cerebrum of a dog's brain is the part that controls emotional, behavioral and learning functions. When people teach a dog to sit, this is the area of...

Copper sulfate is used in disinfectant foot baths for hoofed animals. It is one of the preferred treatments for foot rot in sheep and cattle and has been used by stockmen for centuries.

Chewing is a natural activity for dogs. Lacking hands, they often explore the world around them by chewing on the things they encounter. Nevertheless, this is still destructive to the home of the...

You are most likely not properly maintaining your cat's litter box effectively if you experience strong cat box odor. The best way to eliminate the odor is to make sure the litter box is large...

Your Australian cattle dog is acting a bit strangely. Perhaps he's bumping into things or his eyes look cloudy. You think he might have an eye problem, but how do you know? Australian cattle dogs...

Dogs suffering from a disability or injury may develop bedsores. Also referred to as pressure sores or decubitus ulcers, this condition can have serious consequences if left untreated.

Toxicity in flours used for dog food is not a new phenomenon. The most recent use of toxic flour "extenders" that resulted in canine deaths occurred in the early 2000s, when pet food made with...

Roundworms and hookworms are intestinal parasites, both of which can cause serious issues in canine health. Although treatment for both roundworms and hookworms is simple and inexpensive,...

Arthritis is defined as pain in the joints and it afflicts many dogs and cats in the senior years of life. There are different types of arthritis, which is caused by inflammation in the joints, in...

Many cats will experience the discomfort of a urinary tract infection at least once during the course of their lives. Left untreated, a urinary tract infection can spread into the cat's bladder...

Dogs walk and run through all sorts of terrain, so cuts on their feet or paw pads are not uncommon. Dogs' footpads may be hurt out in nature or in urban areas. Cuts and abrasions often lead to...

Dog dementia is a common ailment that affects aging dogs. This condition is characterized by loss of brain function due to advanced aging. Diagnosing dog dementia is not something you can do with...

Yeast are organisms that commonly live on a dog's skin, in his ears, and in the anal glands (see Reference 1). Yeast, in small amounts, can be dealt with easily by the dog's body. However, if...

Although tick control can be tedious, it is necessary to ensure you and your pet's safety. Ticks pass from animals to humans, and with some ticks lifelong diseases, such as Lyme disease, can...

Dogs, like humans, can fall victim to a urinary tract infection. Because of their shorter urethras, female dogs are more likely to contract a UTI than males. The causes of such an infection are...

Triamcinolone is a prescription steroid medication that is used to treat arthritis as well as skin allergies. Ironically, some cats that are treated for allergies with triamcinolone may experience...

If your cat has a runny nose, eye discharge, a mild fever and sneezing you're likely to refer to the symptoms as a cold. Your veterinarian will call it an upper respiratory infection. In most...

Proper birdseed storage will help ensure that your seed will stay dry and free from insect larvae, mold and fungi that can grow easily in a container that isn't airtight. It's important to keep...

LitterMaid brand litter boxes are designed to remove cat litter without having to use your hands. A rake periodically runs through the litter, scooping up waste and depositing it in a plastic box....

Heartworm disease is a potentially fatal condition caused by parasitic worms living in the pulmonary arteries and right side of the hearts of dogs and other mammals. Heartworms are a type of...

Tylan is a name brand version of the medication tylosin produced by the company Elanco. It is FDA approved for use with farm animals such as chickens, pigs and cattle. It is not approved for human...

If you love dogs and want to spend your life working with them, becoming a K9 trainer may seem to be a natural path. K9 trainers teach dogs to obey commands and instruct owners on how to work with...

Canine epilepsy is a seizure disorder in dogs. Epilepsy is a brain disorder in which neurons fire at the wrong time, causes seizures. Dogs with canine epilepsy can have seizures for several...

Barking in dogs is common and is often caused by separation anxiety. Although incessant barking is a nuisance to family members, guests and neighbors, there are several behavioral techniques you...

A dog makes a wonderful friend and companion, offering unconditional loyalty and love. It is important to know what is necessary to care for your pet. There are certain basic needs that must be met.

Doberman Pinschers are a high-energy, athletic breed of dog that can be a loving, loyal companion to a family. Intelligent and perceptive, a properly trained and socialized Doberman will protects...