Dog Mobility Aids - Invaluable Mobility Support for Handicapped Pets Many dogs have become paralytic due to degenerative disease or have been afflicted with arthritis due to old age. Like many friends of the author of this article, there are many canine guardians who are not aware of doggie prosthetics and dog wheelchairs that may aid your canine move around again on its own.It was not even a year ago when te life of my my pet dog Stormy...more
Catahoula Leopard Dog -- Facts You Must Know Before Adopting Catahoula Leopard Dog Also known as Catahoula Cur, the Catahoula Leopard Dog is traditionally bred to hunt wild boar. This active breed is known to be the most versatile among the working dogs. They can herd cattle, hunt species ranging from bear, deer, squirrel, raccoon, and boar; they are very exceptional in Search and Rescue and drug detention as well. This breed's size...more
Canine Arthritis - Why Treatments Don't WorkThe mistake that I see many dog owners make is that they are looking for a tablet, drug or supplement to cure a condition that currently cannot be cured. In most situations, arthritis in dogs can be managed successfully and your vet will guide you on when and if medication is necessary.Don't be looking for the herbal remedy or miracle supplement that will cure your pet's arthritis before you have reviewed their weight and exercise regimes. By focusing on some relatively simple steps, it is highly likely that you will have a dramatic effect on your dog's mobility and quality of life.Back to basics! - Lifestyle modificationsWeight ControlIt is essential that your dog gets down to an appropriate body weight. I can't emphasise this enough. In people, it is not proven that being overweight will cause arthritis - it may be one factor that could contribute in some patients. However, being overweight will definitely make your symptoms worse and increase your dependency on medications to control pain. These medications can have unwanted side effects. Likewise, if your pet is overweight, weight control is a vital part of successfully managing...more
How often we have noticed that a pet no matter if its a dog or a cat found to be doing potty in the garden and creating a mess to the entire area before anyone can pass by the side of the spot even? No matter if at all there lies not a single individual who cares for letting his pet undergo dog obedience training; yet the issue seems to be unsolved...more
Border Collie dog truths The Border Collie dog is often a sheep-herding dog of excellent qualities. For quite a while the particular Border Collie has outstand with hearding dog trials as a dog along with his instinc to be able to herd animal live stock. The dog creates this change function often without direction from the herder. Whenever...more
3 Easy to traing dog tricks Here are some tips from www.All-Things-Dogs-Training.com. To teach your dog tricks even easy ones you need to have some small reward treats, be in a quiet suitable place and keep the training sessions to 10 - 15 minutes or your dog will start to get board, remember when he gets something right lots of praise and a reward treat, just be careful not to get him over excited or he will loose concentration.Getting your dog to give you his paw, first get your dog to sit, then as you say the word 'paw' take your dogs paw in your hand, give the dog a treat, repeat this, after a few times do not take his paw so quickly, say the word, count to one then take it, you should notice he is bringing his paw up as you say the word if he does not go back to saying it at the same time, do it a few more times then slow your response again. After 2 or 3 sessions most dogs pick this one up quite happily.The high five, like a lot of tricks the high five is a progression of an earlier trick, in this cast the paw trick. Hold a treat in your fingers and raise your hand slightly higher than you would for the paw trick. You dog will think you want to do the paw trick and...more
If you want to keep your pets safe and comfortable while you are travelling with them, you need to invest in a large pet carrier. No matter how big or small they are, they will definitely enjoying staying inside their precious pet carriers while...more
Obnoxious barking from a family dog can be stressful, especially when you want some quiet time and peace of mind. It is utterly normal for dogs to bark, but when they bark at the most inappropriate of all times, during the night or for no apparent...more
Three months to CAT 2010? Dos & Don'ts for your preparation There are barely three to four months left for CAT 2010>. While IIMs and Prometric are preparing hard to offer a seamless test taking experience, you should be prepared on...more
The true meaning of snakes in dream The snake symbol in a dream refers to manythings.The colour of the snake plays an important role in decoding thissymbol in dream.Seeing snakes coming in your direction or following you on a path says about...more
Prime Ten Indicators Your Pet Hen is Sick You are accountable for the wellbeing of your pet fowl or parrot. Birds are notorious for hiding or masking any illness or illness for fear of becoming singled out as a weak member of the flock. It's...more
Prime 10 Indicators Your Pet Bird is Sick You are responsible for the well being of your pet hen or parrot. Some of these signs of illness require an quick trip to the veterinarian although some of them call for mindful observation and...more