Millions of people all over the world keep dogs as pets. My dog is five years old. I have had her since she was just a tiny pup just barely a month old. She is a total spoiled brat, but of course, I have no one to blame but myself. A lack of discipline and training have made her this way. I did manage to house break her, but that is where the training stopped.She barks at flier delivery people, the mailman and just people walking past the house....more
I've been compiling a list of names for white cats and kittens on my Pet Numerology website for some time now. There are a number of inspiring sources for white kitty names, including ice and snow, white foods, and clouds.Ice, snow, and other cold white things suggest a wide array of excellent names. Arctic, which is the big area of ice and snow around the north pole is a great name. For a bigger or more active cat consider names for snow on...more
We've all heard the cliche about the disgruntled mail man with the throbbing dog bite from his route. Or the meter reader being chased out of the yard by a particularly upset canine. From UPS guy to door to door salesmen, our pets seem to bark at them all. But why do dogs always seem to get disturbed by those who wear uniforms and bark at them?First of all, you have to consider who these people are that your dog is barking at. Anytime your animal is encountering a uniformed individual it is because they are intruding into your property (from your dog's perspective). Be it entering the yard to read your kilowatts consumed, dropping a letter into your mail slot or knocking on the door, this stranger is encroaching on your family's property and space to your dog. Your dog does not know who this person is, they are coming onto his territory and they are doing it for reasons beyond your dog's comprehension. To your dog, they are a potential threat to your safety and a nuisance on his turf. This, of course, upsets and angers your dog enough to bark at him.But why just people in uniform, you might ask; when the neighbors ring the doorbell, the pooch is as cool as a cucumber. Perhaps it is...more
One of the most important responsibilities that you have for your dog is to help prevent common diseases or disorders that can occur, and it is nearly impossible to do so unless you have some familiarity with the different types of disorders that can occur in the many different types of dog breeds. There are hundreds of types of...more
Going through a break up is not an easy attainment to fulfill. Yet, there are a some tips and thoughts that will get you do it more casual and faster. Sure as shooting to forget about a break up becomes more careful with time but you can change that time move faster by keeping a constructive attitude and centering on you. Coping with...more
When you have a cat it is important to groom them on a consistent basis. In order to correctly groom any cat there are some very significant cat grooming supplies you will need.Knowing what these supplies are will ensure that you are prepared for the time that you will need to groom your pet. It is also important to know how to use these supplies for grooming.To help you get started you first need to know about the grooming supplies that will be needed. As you learn about the supplies you will also learn about using them properly.Here are the most important supplies to have and the proper use for them.1. Soft brush - You always want to start brushing your cat's fur in the direction that it lays with a soft brush. This will remove any tangles from the top coat.2. Combs - The type of combs you will need will depend on the cat fur. Is it long or short haired? For long hair cats you will need a wide toothed comb and a narrow toothed comb. For short hair cats the brush will do a good job but it is still a good idea to use a narrow toothed comb for getting rid of ticks.3. Cotton - You need cotton to help clean the ears. You want to use drops of antibacterial solution and then use the...more
Many people have chosen to share their life with a pet. Pets definitely add much to our lives, companionship, service and even entertainment. While most people think of dogs, cats or horses as pets there are many other unique and interesting...more
Dog fashion at its bestIf you think that there is something wrong with the title of this article then you are completely mistaken. Dog fashion has taken a whole new meaning as there are now online boutiques in the internet offering every dog...more
Owning a dog is a wonderful experience but what do you do when you have a dog that likes to speak his mind quite frequently? It seems that no matter what you do, your dog wants to tell the whole neighborhood about his day and what is going on but...more
Raising a puppy can be a very rewarding experience but it can also be a lot of hard work. This is something that a lot of people don't take into consideration when getting a new dog. Puppies much like human infants, need almost constant care and...more
In a day and age in which pets are an integral part of our households, home improvements may keep us apprehensive. There are several concerns we may have in regards to keeping our pets' environment safe and satisfying for them. This includes possible...more
Every dog owner must eventually deal with some unwanted behaviors on the part of their four legged companions. Some of the most frequently encountered training problems with puppies and dogs alike are jumping on people and performing those amazing...more