One of the more common domesticated house pets is the cat. If you are contemplating having one for a pet, there are certain aspects that you need to be aware of before you bring one into your household, specifically basic care issues and proper nutrition. Feline companionship brings with it a variety of responsibilities but […]
Caring for Chihuahuas can be a lot of fun and if you do it right you can greatly increase the quality of life your Chihuahua has. Basic Chihuahua care is not difficult and with a little knowledge about what to do, you can keep them healthy for a long time.
Today Chihuahuas are the smallest breed […]
Your dog’s resistance to extreme temperature may be weakened by obesity or the advancement of age. Those breeds with pushed in faces face higher risk from high temperature variations. The presence of respiratory difficulties in such dogs in ordinary conditions enhances the risk. Unlike humans, the excess heat in the body of the dog is […]
A very common problem faced by aged dogs is that of abrasions. Scratching and biting the surfaces of the skin causes itches which lead to abrasions. The best treatment for abrasions is herbal treatment. Mix blackberry leaves, rosemary leaves, elder flowers and leaves, witch hazel and apply the mix to the abrasions. Avoid sticky and […]
First references to Dalmatians as a breed of dogs are found in history since mid 18th century. However, the breed was well known throughout the world long before the 18th century. Spotted dogs of the same size and type have been found in paintings, engravings, models and early writings. These dogs were commonly found in […]
Hummingbirds notoriously have a high wing-beat rate, and it is its fast wing-beat rate that generates the hum for which the hummingbird is named.
High Metabolism Rate
The largest of hummingbirds, the Giant Hummingbird (Patagona gigas), grow to be about 24g and have an average wing-beat rate of 8-10 beats per second. Mid-sized hummingbirds, the Rufous Hummingbird […]
The best cheap pet meds are generic brands - they’re approved by the FDA, safe, and just as effective as their expensive brand name alternatives. Given that, why would anyone want to still pay extra for your pet drugs?
Read on to learn about different generic pet drug options and how you can save a lot […]
The sudden decrease in attentiveness and an apparent loss of obedience training in your aged dog may not be a sign of insolence as it may appear. Rather, this may be proof of a gradual loss of hearing in your aged dog. Hence, if your aged dog is slow to respond or ignores you totally, […]
Unlike human beings, dogs do not have the ability to communicate that they are feeling ill. Dogs are not even like children who can cry and indicate their discomfort. The illness of your pet dog has to be deduced by observing the behavior of the dog. Dogs have a comparatively higher pain threshold as compared […]
Whether it is your barking dog or someone else’s, a barking dog is aggravating. Little dogs have that yippy, yappy squealing voice that causes your ears to ring while the sheer volume of a big dog bark can almost take your breath away.
Curtailing the amount a dog barks depends largely on why it is barking […]
Housing for a reptile will, of course, vary with the type and size of your pet. A tree dwelling or climbing reptile will be happiest in a tall narrow cage with branches for climbing. A terrestrial reptile will be happiest in a wide, low cage. Aquariums with screen covers or glass fronted wooden cages make […]
Historical Irish Books
When looking for a book lover Irish Gifts, there are some books by historical authors that would make the perfect Irish Gifts gift for the book lover on your list. These historical authors can offer a slice of Ireland in days gone by. This makes perfect reading for those long cold nights of […]
What you don’t know could be bad for your dog, causing illness and even death. Most of us don’t pay a lot of attention to what we feed our pets, trusting manufacturer labeling to be accurate and regulations to be followed. The truth is that there really aren’t very many rules about what can and […]
The perfect pet lover present speaks to the recipient’s love of their animal, but is also fun and thoughtful. If you’re trying to drum up gift ideas for a favorite pet lover, keep reading.
A Biscuit and Treat Basket
Pet lovers just love to please their animals, so why not give them a gift they can share […]
People are very aware of the nutrition that is contained in their own diet but sometimes we are not quite as aware of the quality of the food that we are feeding our pets. Dog foods are often commercial, high priced fillers that provide our best buddies with a full tummy and not much else. […]
What you don’t know could turn out to be bad for your dog!
While most of us don’t pay a lot of attention to what we’re feeding out pets, we really shouldn’t be trusting manufacturers to label things accurately and follow regulations. There aren’t many rules about what can be used in dog food, and what […]
Whether they own a bird, a cat, dog or an iguana, proud pet parents often take their pets to stores that cater to the needs of this demographic. These pet stores can also be a place to socialize for pet owners as well as a locale for animals to meet and befriend animals.
This fun and […]
Training a dog doesn’t need to be a difficult task. If you do your homework and find the appropriate training method, you will find training a dog to be an enjoyable experience. So what does it take to train dog?
The first thing you should do is find the training method that best suits both you […]
Puppies and dogs are such caring and loving beings; their biggest goal is to make you, their master, happy. By nature puppies want to do what you want them to do. The biggest problem with this is the communication barrier. Dogs can not speak nor can they understand our spoken language. However, through body language, […]
To maintain your fish tank aquarium and enjoy your fish keeping and ensure that your fish and plants thrive it’s a good idea to know something about water chemistry and how it applies to your hobby. You should have a good water test kit to help in keeping the tank in balance which should include […]
