A trip to the supermarket can turn into pure confusion when you see the dog food aisle with its countless options. There are dry foods, can foods, and packaged foods. It's hard to know where to start. To begin your search for the proper dog food you should concentrate on dry food first. Dry food makes up the bulk of what your canine will eat. Some dogs may never even need to eat canned foods. If you choose to feed your canine canned food, mix it...more
All dog owners would probably like their dogs being behaving well in any instance, anywhere the dog is kept. However, some dogs can simply test the patience that creates the dog training rather work with non-professional dog trainers. Don't despair because there is easy dog training tips that can help your dog to become the best of what you want to be.Consistency is likely one of the biggest key in training dog particularly with canines. For...more
The number one health problem with our pets is becoming a significant issue with dogs. Dog's modern diet and health care is improving, as a result our dogs are living longer. The modern diet is improving the quality of nutrients our dogs are consuming and providing them with longer lives; however the increase in grain products and lack of bone is causing canine's oral health to decline. The extra years in a dog's life is allowing periodontal gum disease to reach levels that are very dangerous and painful to an aging dog. Veterinarians are able to treat dogs with various stages of periodontal disease however simple preventative measures performed by owners at home are the most effective oral care for canines. An immediate effect that should motivate most owners is your dog will have great breath.Fortunately dog's rarely get cavities or structural damage to the tooth, dog's oral care is mainly affected by bacteria that collect along the gum line forming plaque. If the plaque is not removed minerals in a dog's saliva combine with the plaque and form tarter (calculus) which also forms a protective membrane causing its removal to become difficult. Because plaque starts to mineralize...more
You must clean the cage tray at least once a week. If you have two or more chins in one cage then you will have to clean the tray more often. You can make use of newspaper and wood shavings in place of pull out trays. Keep the chins in another place while you are cleaning their cage. In order to absorb the odor of their urine, you can sprinkle...more
Some people believe the #1 leopard gecko problem is caused by using sand as a substrate. The sand can cause your gecko to become impacted and will not be able to go to the bathroom. Being impacted or not being able to go poo is very painful and can lead to death if not corrected. When using sand as a substrate when your gecko strikes at it's prey...more
Where to Purchase a Pet Finch1. Craigslist (free, adoption fees) - good to know the history of the bird2. Pet shops (you may be able to save some poorly treated birds)3. Private BreedersThere are many places you can go to purchase pet finches. You can probably find them on Craigslist for free, or with adoption fees. You can certainly find them for $10-20 (for society finches and zebra finches) at almost any pet store. Or you can purchase them from a private breeder that will hopefully know more than anywhere else you would purchase a pet finch.Guidelines for Basic Pet Finch Care1. Proper Setup2. Avian Veterinarian3. Cleaning UpkeepGet a wide cage made for finches, know a nearby avian veterinarian. Like any pet you also have to keep up with maintenance. You'll have lots and lots of splats to clean up, as well as cleaning the food and water trays often.Pros of Having a Pet Finch1. Unique Songs2. Beautiful to Watch3. Ease Your Boredom4. Help You Wake UpPet finches can help you out more than you realize. If you have problems staying on a normal sleep schedule. Your pet finches will naturally calm down as the sun goes down, and they will start chirping away as soon as they see a glimpse...more
Many have heard for positive dog training but few have taken advantage of this great method to teach our dog good manners. However, it doesn't prevent us from getting upset if our dog doesn't meet our expectations. The excuses we usually hear is that...more
Having a pet that urinates when and where they shouldn't is tough. Pinpointing the reason brings you closer to a solution, thus reducing the frequency and the odor. Here are 3 of the most common reasons for inappropriate urination.Poor House...more
At first, new puppies are cuddly and smell sweet. But once a few days have passed, the new puppy smell turns to stinky puppy smell. This means it's time for a puppy bath. Before bathing a puppy, you should make sure that your puppy is eight weeks old...more
Most of us are aware of the Galapagos Islands, the archipelago of volcanic islands 2 hours by plane from the coast of Ecuador in the Pacific ocean. Many of us also know that the animals and plants of the Galapagos Islands provided Charles Darwin with...more
If you're looking for dog pet supplies, then have you considered eco friendly, natural care products? Whether you're looking for dog shampoos, conditioners, spot removers or deodorizers, then know that there are "green" versions that not only do what...more
There are many reasons that raising chickens has become a popular hobby to have. One of the reasons is because raising chickens can be inexpensive and it can also be fun. Chickens are fun pets to have as they have a lot of personality and can be...more