Well, we all know that cats can be very stubborn and that they usually have a mind of their own. This unfortunately makes it very difficult to train a cat. But, does this mean, a cat cannot be trained? No, not at all, contrary to what most people think, cats can be trained.However, to make this work, you need to start training your cat when it is still very young. I would even say, anyone who uses the right approach can train a little kitten. On...more
These days, many people are there who love to keep pets in their homes. However, taming a pet like dog is not easy. One has to take care of it just like a small a baby. Anyone who is planning to keep a dog in his or her home should know that various things are required for it. It is true that it is no more a daunting task to find accessories for dogs. The accessories are readily available in different stores and one can buy them with ease....more
Having a Pet Good for Your Health? That is a proven fact. As a matter of fact, some dogs now act as therapy dogs. They are trained to visit patients one at a time. This practice is even being implemented in a lot of nursing homes. But how exactly are pets good for your health? Read on to find out. Physical Health Benefits of Having Pets Pet owners are known to have lower blood pressure because of their pets. Since high blood prssure is one of the leading causes of severe medical conditions and even death, dog owners value the difference that their pets have on their health, and on their very lives. Studies have also shown that they are less prone to medical ailments because of the physical health benefits of having a dog. It is, thus, a common fact that dog owners live longer. Starting with the most simple physical health benefits such as increased exercise, since dog owners have to walk their dogs, to major stress and pain relieving benefits, pets can definitely keep dog owners healthy. Having a dog is also known to help speed up an ailing patients recovery from medical ailments. Studies have proven that dog owners have greater chances of recovering from severe medical ailments...more
What is Rabies? In definition, rabies is a zoonotic disease caused by viruses. With zoonotic, we mean diseases that can be passed on among humans and animals. The primary form of transmission is through the saliva, and the virus basically attacks the nervous system. A lot of animals, once infected by rabies, become rabid carriers of the dangerous...more
Telepathy is communication without words and works really well with our animal friends. Our beloved pets are telepathic and send us messages in the form of pictures and feelings.The best way to find out what is on your pets mind is to sit very quietly and listen to what they have to say. It can be confusing at first because you may believe it is...more
Did you actually know that there are almost 80 different cat breeds that are catalogued and registered today? Of course, we all know the most well known breeds like the Persian or the Siamese , but there are many others, which are not so well known. Some organizations count only 40 - 50 different cat breeds as they exclude some of the more domestic ones such as tigers and certain wild cats.Serious cat breeding started only a few hundred tears ago, but there are also exceptions. Some Japanese breeds, such as the Japanese Bobtail can be tracked back more than 1200 years. These ones have been very common throughout medieval Japan.Among the most popular breeds in North America nowadays are the Alley, the Persian, the Siamese and the long-hair cat. Certain breeds have a temper or character that's very different from others. For example, the Siamese cat is known to have a rather foul and angry temper, whereas Persian cats are known to be very loving and cuddly. Unfortunately, Persian cats are also one of the most expensive ones.Alley cats are surely one of the most widespread breeds in North America and they are surely among the most bred. Amongst the Alley cat breed there are also...more
It's wonderful when we can actually spend all that time we want with our beloved pets. However for most of us, this is a possible. We need to pay the rent, pay for the car, and of course find money to pay for dog food. Unfortunately for the dogs,...more
Dog owners know how energetic their pets are. Dogs are constantly on the move. It can be noticed that adult dogs would have the high spirits of puppies. Dogs, similar to their human friends are afflicted with degenerative diseases too. People start...more
No matter how much a dog owner "guards" the pet, the possibility that it can get pregnant cannot be avoided as long as the pet is not spayed. Dogs in heat emit a distinct odor that entices male dogs to come so that short of keeping the pet under lock...more
Are the owner of an energetic and rambunctious canine? Do you lack the time or energy to play with your canine friend for helping to release some of his energy? Exercising your pet can mean a great deal to his health and to his mood. For those dog...more
Hedgehogs can make great pets if you know what it takes to keep them happy and healthy. Hedgies gained popularity as pets with the rise of the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series. This, unfortunately, led to an increase in the number of abandoned...more
It is rare that a muzzle is necessary for a domestic dog. Too often, a muzzle is used by dog owners unwilling or not patient enough to train their dog correctly. A muzzle, either a wire basket or a buckled piece of fabric or leather, is placed over...more