It was only the middle of November when we got our first, brutal reminder that winter was definitely on its way in Toronto, Canada. It was late into the evening when I noticed that it was snowing. A thin layer of snow had transformed our dull neighbourhood into a magical wonderland.From the height of our 11th floor apartment, this wonderland stretched out for miles and miles. It was the kind of beautiful sight that is always best shared with...more
Dogs have always known to be man's best friend, they are loyal, and can be easily tamed. All dogs love the toys that can play an important role in their emotional and mental development. Many dog trainers recommend that dog owners buy various types of toys. These toys are a solution for inappropriate chewing, boredom, and anxiety of separation from their owners. People have endless choice when it comes to purchasing dog toys, across the pet...more
Often, a dog bite could have been avoided. This is not to say that dogs who attack people and children are always right, and there are some dogs who just shouldn't be around other dogs or humans. But the occasional nip or bite, especially when there are children involved, is often a dog's reaction to something the child has done. Usually a reaction to being hurt, teased or pestered, your children need to realise that dogs cannot speak, shout or otherwise make their pain or misery known. Teach your children to respect their pets.Puppies may be cute, fluffy and playful, but they are not stuffed toys. They should not be smothered, hugged tightly, pinched, pulled or tugged on. Explain to your children that they feel pain just the same way we do. If being pinched hurts us, it will hurt the dog too.Young children should not be allowed to pick dogs up and carry them around. Firstly, they tend to pick pets up by their front legs, which can injure the dog. They don't carry them properly, and tend to drop them rather quickly too. A dog that is being hurt is going to react in the only way they can - with a nip. Teach your children not to pull dogs round their neck either - choking the dog is...more
Your carpet and upholstery can encounter a number of unwanted substances at any given time. So long as there are people in your home there will be a chance for disaster. But it is not just people that we must worry about, now we must worry about cats and dogs and to a lesser extent, rabbits, rats and ferrets. These animals can at any point can take...more
If you have a dog, then you need a kennel for your dog. Maintaining a dog is not a hectic in these busy days. And also purchasing a dog kennel is not a hectic for you, but for you, it is a right one. You need consider your dog, when you are trying to purchase a dog kennel. There are some esteemed manufacturers of dog kennels are having their...more
More common dog behaviors you should know about; Dog begging may be cute but it's a bad habit. Many owners encourage it, at least at first, only to discover that they can't eat a meal or snack without their dog looking at them with pleading eyes or putting a paw on their knee. Begging is more than aggravating for the owner; it can be bad for your dog.Many dogs can develop digestive problems or become obese because of the extra weight they gain through begging. Remember that there are better ways to show your dog you love him than giving him extra food. When preparing to eat you should tell your dog to go to his place and stay there, preferably some place where he can't stare at you with sad eyes. You may even need to confine him to another room during meals if you can't resist feeding him at the table. This is for his own benefit. If he behaves well (no crying, howling or scratching at the door), you should give him a special treat after you and your family are finished eating. His reward doesn't have to be food! You can reward your dog with praise, a game, and lots of love.2. Dogs ChaseMany dogs have a strong urge to chase moving things. This is a holdover predatory...more
One of the largest dilemmas people go through when looking for a dog crate for their new pet is, "what size should I buy." This is an everyday occurrence in the canine world and can be a source of stress for a new dog owner. This article is...more
There are many different kinds of dogs. Some are pure bred while others are mongrels. But to us, it hardly matters because we love our pet so much that we feel they are part of the family already. We give them food and vitamins, we bathe them and...more
Have you found some red, moist, sores or lesions on your dog? What does it mean?SYMPTOMSThese are hot spots, which can best be described as an area of skin inflammation and infection that can be superficial or very deep. The hot spot or lesion on...more
You've put up a bird feeder to enjoy the wild birds that visit your garden but unfortunately the squirrels are eating the food and scaring off the birds. The squirrels will not, of course, harm the birds but will prevent them from enjoying the food...more
Youre an animal lover and you want to understand what your pets are trying to tell you. Pet psychics are one of the many psychic readings than an astrologer can practice. This instances can has logical explanations, for example your cat is wiggling...more
More and more surgeries are being made available to help our pets as technology and education constantly improve. But this has been driven due to the demand our society has had for the care of our pets. They are family; our loved ones and we will do...more