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Cats are known for their independence and ability to take care of themselves. Most people believe that if you just give them enough food and water everything will be fine. Leaving your cat at home alone might sound easy to some but there is more to it than that. They do need attention, along with their food, to keep them happy. No matter where they stay, there are areas need to be kept safe to lower the risk of injury or death. The absolute best option would be to have somebody watch him or her, even if it is just for visits. A friend, neighbor, family member, or even a hired pet sitter can do a great job taking care of your cat. They clean up messes, replace food and water, and give them some much needed attention. A person does more than feed a cat, they also watch over them... Read full article 21 May, 2012
Have you been considering converting to a saltwater aquarium? Well, it is very important to understand the differences between both types of systems. If you make a wrong decision, it could be costly. Before you decide, we will try to explain the differences of a freshwater aquarium and a saltwater aquarium. Costs When it comes to purchasing a new aquarium, there are some basic costs that one must consider. For instance, when you buy a freshwater tank, you will need the following items: Aquarium Case Gravel (Substrate) Filter Aquarium Light Testing Kits (pH, Ammonia, Nitrite, Nitrate) Food Nets, Scrapers Quarantine Tank All of this adds up to roughly £ 190.00. Meanwhile, when you buy a saltwater aquarium, you will need the following... Read full article 17 Apr, 2012
Keeping your pet clean is essential to your animals well being, but you must be mindful of the best ways to bath them and how. For starters, never bathe your pet too much, this can cause their skin to dry out and will deplete essential oils for their skin. A tell-tale sign that you are bathing your pet too much will be if he or she is constantly scratching or has skin irritation. Depending on the size of your pet will depend on how often they will need bathed. The larger and more active the animal the more they will need to be bathed. A great rule of thumb to follow for large pets is about every 6 weeks, or smaller, or less active pets, bathe them about every 2 – 1 ½ months, for double-coated pets, bath them about 3 times a year. Before you bathe your pet make sure... Read full article 08 Mar, 2012
If you are a pet owner, you might have had a problem with fleas in your house. Let us be honest, you might have had problems with fleas and not own pets because you inherited the problem from people that might have rented the new house are in before. Fleas are pesky little critters that have an amazing ability to cause so much discomfort in a very small amount of time. Fleas multiply like a flood producing 20,000 eggs in only a three month time frame. Once eggs are layed then you have approximately three to six weeks before they are hatched. If you have a flea infestation, keep calm there are ways to remedy the problem without using chemicals and harmful substances to the environment. Natural flea remedies are easy to carry out and work just as well... Read full article 16 Feb, 2012
A cat is a kind of domesticated animals. With enough of care and attention, they are bound to abide every rule and things that you may teach them. You can ask them to eat, you can tell them where to pee and you can even play with them - just give them instruction and they will go after it. Part of the discipline is to train your cat to walk with a leash. There are a lot of advantages which you may gain from it aside from the positive behavioral development of your pet inside and out of your home. Training your cat may require a lot of patience and dedication but it is such a great fulfillment once you are able to achieve it. Here are a few tips to work things out with your pet: The younger your cat when you start your training the better, but it... Read full article 06 Feb, 2012
As surprising as you may find it, at least 50 percent of dog names are a human name or nickname. People tend to name their dogs something they would be comfortable naming themselves. Other dog names fall into several categories that may be descriptive of the dogs color, markings, breed, size, behavior or circumstances surrounding their adoption into their human family. It is important to pick the right name, when naming your dog. You are going to be saying it at several dozen times a day to call, praise and scold your dog. Things to Keep in Mind When Naming Your Dog Pick a name that is easy for your dog to recognize. One or two syllables will be easiest. The name should be something that you are comfortable shouting out in public places. You don’t want to... Read full article 24 Jan, 2012
Reptiles are members of a group of air breathing, cold-blooded vertebrae and are characterized by laying shelled eggs. Their skin is covered in scales (small plates covering their entire bodies) Scales prevent water from drying into their bodies enabling them to live in dry environments. Scales of lizards and snakes are epidermal. Turtles and crocodiles have dermal scales. Reptiles either have four limbs or they are descended from other four limbed ancestors. There are four living orders of reptiles. The crocodilla includes crocodiles, gavials, caimans and alligators. The sphenodontia has tuataras. Lizards, snakes and worm lizards make up the Squamata group. The fourth living order is the Testudines, which include turtles, terrapins and tortoises. Reptiles are usually found in warmer... Read full article 27 Dec, 2011
If you are shopping around for a low maintenance pet and think that a turtle will fit this bill, think again. Having a pet turtle carries with it the same duties and responsibilities like owning any other kind of pet. You will have to provide the appropriate living environment, give it the proper diet, take it to visits to a reptile vet, and watch out for any changes in its appearance or habits. However, there are also many plus factors to owning a turtle pet. It does not eat very much. You do not have to walk it outside everyday regardless of the wealth. It does not make noises to cause the neighbours to complain. It takes very little space and can live for a very long time, perhaps even as long as 100 years, if his living conditions are ideal and is kept in... Read full article 01 Dec, 2011
Hamsters are popular pets for people of all ages, because they are cute, clean and easy to take care of. All that needs to be done is to provide them with a clean cage, some shavings for them to use to expel waste, a few toys, water and food. This brings up the question of what is considered a good hamster diet. In nature hamster eats seeds, plant roots, grasses, leaves and insects. When keeping hamster as a pet you need to give him a good variety of foods like seeds, grains, fruits and vegetables. A store bought brand of hamster food will have the best balance of nutrition for your hamster. Consider that not all mixes are going to be suitable for your hamster. Certain all-in-one mixes cater to hamsters as well as gerbils, mice and other cute furry... Read full article 25 Oct, 2011
All animals love the outdoors. Domesticated or not, it is just in an animal’s nature to enjoy the sights and smells of the world beyond the confines of their owner’s home. However, for the owner, it can be a nuisance to constantly have to cater to the animals wants buy letting it outside and inside all the time. This can especially be the case for cat owners. It may seem that only dogs can have a personalized door for entering and exiting, but cats have their own door too. Just as dogs have doggie doors, there are doors that you can install to ensure the easy entrance and exit of your cat every time it wants to go outside, without the hassle of having to open the door for it every time. Cat doors can be bought commercially or can be made as a do-it-yourself project. Cat... Read full article 07 Oct, 2011
To have a Ferret as a pet can be a fun experience. When choosing a ferret there are a few things to take in consideration. Make sure you take your time in choosing your new pet. A lot of responsibility comes with having a ferret as a pet. The first thing you need to consider is the age of the ferret. An older ferret may already be trained and they may already be attached to their previous owner. Sometimes a strong bond between the ferret and the previous owner can tend to make the ferret harder to deal with when you want to have this particular ferret as a pet. If you run across a younger ferret this can be to your advantage. To have a younger ferret as a pet can help you build a stronger bond with this ferret because he or she has not formed any previous bonds. However, the one... Read full article 15 Sep, 2011
Animals are not just pets, they are members of our families. Just like us they may be injured. In the event of an injury it is important to know pet first aid. Pet first aid does NOT replace taking them to a trained veterinarian, but it can however, allow you to keep your pet stable in the event of an emergency, until you can get them to the proper medical help. In all cases, your first action, where possible, should be to contact your vet. Bite Wounds and Bleeding More often than not your pet will go in to shock, which can make it defensive, use extreme caution when approaching them, as there is a chance they may attack you out of fright. When speaking to them, use a soft tone, this will help to ease some of the tension they may be feeling. Hearing... Read full article 24 Aug, 2011
Regardless of whether you have a dog, cat, hamster or other animals, it is essential for you to be certain that their cage is cleaned regularly. By cleaning the animal cage, you will quickly realize that it will be devoid of smells and be a far healthier and much more comfortable atmosphere for your pet. You will also find that this helps the cleanliness of the surroundings and lessens the prospect of health issues to your pet and family caused by transferring germs. We tend to use and build quite a variety of small animal cages because the majority of people have a variety of different animals living as part of the family. There are several important items to give some thought to when cleaning the animal cage for your pet in order to continue to keep your pets in a safe and... Read full article 28 Jul, 2011
Your dog is your trusted companion and a very important member of your family. As such, when it comes to family vacations and other reasons for travel, you want your furry friend to come with you. However, in order to travel with your dog for any extended period of time you need to plan ahead as there are many things to consider when traveling with an animal, such as method of travel, travel time, accommodations, and food and safety concerns. First let's consider what you need to do before you leave, no matter how you choose to travel. You will need to ensure that you take a trip to the vet and that your dog has a checkup to ensure he is healthy. You will also need to make sure that all your dog's shots are up-to-date and that you have the proper... Read full article 04 Jul, 2011
Parrots are those big, beautiful, brightly-colored birds that people just love. They can be trained to talk, are very social, and seem to be the perfect pet. BUT is a parrot the right pet for you? This is a legitimate question because many parrots are bought on the spot, on a whim, by someone who has decided a bird would make a great pet. However, not all of these people have actually researched what it takes to own a parrot. The result? Many of these people are looking for a new home for their parrot within a year after buying it. In order to avoid that situation it is a good idea to know what caring for a parrot entails. Parrots are incredibly social birds and they bond strongly with their human. In light of this, the first thing to consider... Read full article 03 Jun, 2011
You have a new furry friend and it has always been your dream to own a dog. Maybe you had one as a child. Maybe you had wanted one as an adult, but you have lived in apartments or somewhere else that wasn't the best place in which to have a dog. However, now you are ready. Now you have the right type of home, a big back yard, and a dog park around the corner. You have brought your new little puppy home and you settle him in his crate for the night. Everything seems fine until...the dog begins to bark and bark and bark. What do you do? Well, all little puppies need to learn what behaviour is acceptable and what behaviour isn't and puppies need to learn that from the very beginning. From day one with your new puppy... Read full article 29 Apr, 2011
