Archive for October, 2007

Stop Dog Biting

Did you know that half of all dogs bite someone or some other dog at least once in their lifetime? Dog biting is directly linked to dog aggression. So, if you want to stop dog biting you must deal with the aggressive behavior of your dog as early as possible. Doing that, you will prevent any anti-social behavior from your dog and you will have ... Full story

How to Adopt a Puppy

Have you ever passed by a pet store only to turn around and walk back to stare at the antics of an adorable bundle of fluff. When this happens you may find yourself in the pet store looking into the idea of how to adopt a puppy. Once you have finished with the various procedures that are necessary for the adoption of your new pet ... Full story

To All Dog Owners: Are You Guilty Of Anthropomorphism?

For years Hollywood has portrayed motion-picture canines as animals whose motivations are based on human perceptions and values. Lassie saves a rabbit from death, for example, or Benji solves a crime, or Rin Tin Tin protects the fort from outlaws. These animal films are very entertaining, and the canine actors are extremely well trained, but they tend to give the viewer a distorted, unrealistic picture ... Full story

Canine Congestive Heart Failure

Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) is a clinical condition which is the final result of severe heart disease. It is usual that when a dog has heart failure, heart disease is also present in the body. However, it is true that in some cases, heart disease can be present, but never lead to congestive heart disease. When high diastolic pressures in the heart build up into the ... Full story

Getting Your Dog To “Walk Nice”

If you don’t speak dog, that translates to “Do you want to go out?” It’s a phrase that every dog knows, every dog owner says, and is followed (generally speaking) by jumping for joy, wriggling with glee, and barking with boundless energy. Keeping the subsequent time as much fun is usually more difficult. Most dogs are familiar with two kinds of “going out.” There’s going out ... Full story

Five Ways to Keep Dogs, Cats Healthy

Dogs and cats are often a never-ending source of love and companionship for their owners. As such, caregivers should do their best to keep them healthy and thriving. Providing for their basic needs -- food, shelter, clothing (OK, nature takes care of clothing, but some dogs look so darn cute in argyle sweaters) -- is a good start. But there’s much more that can be ... Full story

How To Take Good Care Of A Cat With Diarrhea

It is rare to see cats having diarrhea unless they are suffering from any internal digestive problem. A short episode of diarrhea is relatively harmless, it might be because he has put something in his stomach that he should not and has given him the run. Once your cat clear the unwanted food in his stomach, he should be fine.... Full story

7 Keys to Successful House Training Your Dog

You love dogs or you just got a new puppy, but you just can't seem to understand how to successfully house train them. Below I present to you the most essentials things you need to be successful in house training your dog. 1. House training your dog involves the support of your whole family member. Effective house training comes from consistency in you and your family conduct ... Full story
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