It is wonderful for everyone to own a Polly parrot that can tweet happily, mimic its owner's sound, and fly around flaunting its pretty plumes. They would love to show it off to others, and would feel proud when it talks and preens. That is all good, the owners have every right to it, but they have also got the duty to provide the chirpy creatures with parrot cages inside which the birds would be absolutely comfortable.When considering the...more
Those who are not happy with the available sizes can easily make a parrot cage at home also. It is good to make a cage colorful, though you should make sure that no toxic paint is used in the making of the cage, whether it is made of wood or metal. When it comes to the question of beauty alone, parrots may have a couple of competitors like peacocks and pheasants with their brilliant plumes. But when you add its speaking skills also to its beauty,...more
How to train a puppy to "Heel" on commandOn the command "Heel," your dog must walk next to you on your left. When you make a turn, the dog should follow you faultlessly, which also applies for changes of speed. Your dog can only do this when it keeps a sharp eye on you. It requires great concentration from your dog and good contact is therefore vital when doing this exercise.During the walk to heel, your dog will have to look up at you to keep contact. The intention is not that you adjust your movements or speed to the dog's, but vice versa. If you knock into your dog during walking, that is not your problem but the dog's: it should have paid more attention! That may sound rather unkind, but it is necessary for your dog to understand that you decide where the walk is leading to.In the wild, the leader of the pack takes no account of his subordinates - they follow him or get out of his way when he needs to pass. So wolves keep a sharp eye on their pack leader - although the leader scarcely notices them - and that is what you now expect from your pup.When it is not paying attention for a moment, you could bump into each other accidentally, but this does not matter a...more
The fall season can be a dry time of year especially when the temperatures start dropping and the coolness of winter begins to set in. A lack of moisture in the air makes for a water deprived environment and can lead to many problems like dry skin and stuffy noses. This can also affect your dog greatly because they too can show the same symptoms...more
If you have been following the standard guidelines for dog vaccinations you have probably been submitting your cat or dog to a painful shot as well as the anxiety of a visit to the vet every year in an effort to provide them the best health possible. Vaccinations are a big business. Owners will spend what they are told in order to protect their...more
Rafael Benitez believes that his position at the helm of affairs in Liverpool FC is safe. According to him "I am relaxed in terms of my position". Good morale at this crisis stage but the point is that he needs much more than mere high morale right now. He just has to turn the tide and not just start winning but keep winning. We need to ask though, what went wrong at one of the biggest clubs in England and indeed the world. Last season, Benitez took on some of the top coaches in the Premiership notably Sir Alex Ferguson. In fact their friction was well reported and even led to Sir Alex branding Benitez "arrogant". This spat was seen as a test of wills between the two but Benitez saw it more as an attempt to stand up to someone feared by many others. It was expected that this season, Liverpool FC will give Manchester United a run for their money but they not only started on a wrong note, they have put almost every foot wrong thereafter.It is strange that Rafa has consistently sought protection in injuries to players. In response to John Terry's comment that the Liverpool squad depth is not strong enough, Rafa said if five or six players are taken out of United or Chelsea, they will...more
When kids start bugging us about getting them a pet, we could find ourselves in a quandary because there are so many factors to consider before we could even begin to think that our kids are ready for the huge responsibility of owning a pet.The age...more
A door snake might be an old remedy for keeping out drafts, but today they are more in step for keeping your home energy efficient. While many make their own type of draft blocker, a commercial grade one is best because it is made to work efficiently...more
Fleas are so small that chances are you never gave them a second thought until you got a pet. Now that you have one, fleas might be constantly on your mind! It's important that you do all you can to learn about these pests and to get rid of them...more
It can be fun to figure out what your dog's next treat should be. You might also be tempted to slip Fido some scraps from the dinner table. Before you start doing anything like that you should know that there are certain foods you should never feed...more
The responsibility that comes with having a pet is not to be taken lightly. It is up to you to make sure that your pet's needs are met and that you have done everything in your power to make your pet's life a happy one. Here are seven easy things you...more
Your dog is a part of your family. He might be your best friend who is always there for you. If you want to keep your dog happy and healthy you need to pay attention to the summer heat and other conditions. This is very important for your dog's...more