What To Expect from Your Dog After Baby Having a baby is a life changing experience and these changes will not only affect expectant parents, but they will also affect anyone else in the house, including any pets and this makes it important that preparations are made well before the new baby arrives on the scene. There are a few simple things you can do to prepare your dog to accept the new baby when he or she arrives.The first...more
Gut-wrenching: How to cope with digestive upset in pets All dog lovers have experienced that urgent need to take Spot out - usually in the middle of the night! - because he ate something that didn't agree with him. Urban pets are especially susceptible to gastric distress, as the high concentration of eateries and outdoor cafes means that dogs out for a walk are almost constantly tempted with a veritable smorgasbord of scraps...more
Keeping your Dog Clean Organically Concern about the environment has been increasing especially with the rise in diseases and health conditions sustained from excessive chemical and pesticide use. People have become more conscious of what they consume as they have been discovering the harmful effects of artificial coloring, preservatives and flavor enhancers. All these substances are suspected of causing not only disease, but also behavioral changes and allergies. Organic products are becoming increasingly popular and people are prepared to pay extra to avoid harmful chemicals and substances in their food, clothing and homes. This trend has extended to the pet industry as well as concerned pet owners are turning to all natural and organic products for their pets.All Natural Dog ShampooMost dogs dislike taking a bath and how can you blame them? We pile chemically-laden shampoos and conditioners on them with no regard to their fine sense of scent. An increasing number of toxin-free and natural grooming products are becoming available and these can be used to safely bathe Fido. Ingredients such as jojoba oils, oatmeal and citrus clean, condition and deodorize your dog's...more
Pet Bowls: Give Your Pets the Convenience and Comfort in Feeding If you have pets at home, you might be aware of how important is it to choose the right serving bowl for your pets. True, you pet dog or cat won't complain of the material or the design of the bowl with which it is served. But still, you want to have the best of quality...more
Government Warning: Alcohol are Harmful for Pets Any vet will tell you that alcohol and pets don't mix and the strange thing is, some dogs can develop a taste for the stuff even though it's bad for them. You should never give your dog alcohol as it can be deadly to dogs, even in small amounts. Three ounces of liquor can depress the...more
Handling Hot Spots on Dogs Dogs with thick undercoats or long hair are especially prone to developing hot spots than shorter haired dogs. Dogs kept indoors or out are equally prone to getting hot spots but the likelihood of hot spots is decreased in colder climates. Hot spots can develop from insect bites, mites, ear infections, food allergies, inadequate grooming and anal gland infection.Hot spots usually occur on a dog's head, hips or chest and this condition is also known as acute moist dermatitis. When a dog licks, scratches or bites an area excessively this could be an indication that he has hot spots. You will notice circular lesions that are raw, moist and inflamed. Hot spots are painful and extremely uncomfortable for your dog and they can spread in a matter of mere hours.To prevent your dog from irritating the inflammation any further you should clip your dog's nails or put booties or socks on his back feet. Excessive licking and biting can be prevented with the help of an Elizabethan collar.Treating hot spots entails a two step process. The first thing you have to do is prevent the sore from becoming more inflamed and spreading. Trimming the hair around the...more
Doga: Yoga With Dogs Downward Dog is no longer something that only humans do during their yoga practice! Finally, the position's namesake can join in with their person and get their Zen on. It's called doga - a cute combination of the...more
Using a Pet Sitting Service If you are planning on taking a family vacation, the safety and wellbeing of your pet may be on your mind. Using a pet sitting service, which will keep your pet in the same familiar environment such as the...more
Play 'Zhu Zhu Pets' on m3 card Many children love to play m3 games available with diversity in the market. Recently one such game is 'Zhu Zhu Pets' which is widely played on m3 card. Both homebrew and wifi games are very much...more
Some Characteristics of German Shepherd Dogs German Shepherd dogs are a very popular breed. They are loyal, protective and train easily.Intelligence It is well-known that German Shepherd dogs are an intelligent breed. Because of their...more
Effective solutions for Termite Control – Get rid of pest birds Now!! ITEM (Integrated Termite Elimination Method) is a very cost effective method and is a revolutionary concept for anti-termite treatment. This new system of...more
Doggie Daycare Atlanta Your pet deserves the best Your dog is invaluable to you. You cannot live without your pet. But sometimes travel might take you away from Atlanta or your professional career might be a hindrance in keeping your...more