There are many beautiful breeds of dogs to choose from, but not everyone of them may be compatible with your lifestyle. People choosing a breed with undesired traits find themselves stuck in a situation similar to that one would experience in hell. And that's one of the reasons why you see many doggies wandering around the streets, eating out of trash cans, or confined in the dog pound. If you've seen the Cairn Terrier, and decide to keep one as...more
Pet food can be expensive, and if the news of the past several years is any indication, dangerous as well. Tainted dog and cat foods have sickened and killed a large number of our beloved furry friends. What was, in the past, thought to have been intestinal and skin allergies, is now being revealed as illness due to the additives in commercial dog foods. It has gotten to such a point that a responsible pet owner does not know exactly where to...more
Adopting a pet(http://www.globalpetvillage.com/) is definitely a good idea, but there are many things to consider when adopting a pet from adoption shelters or rescue agencies. While there are many benefits of adoption, there are some downsides as well that need to be evaluated to determine if this is the right choice for you. Probably one of the most important things to consider when adopting a pet from a rescue shelter or adoption agency, is the history of the pet. There are plenty of wonderful and loving pets in adoption shelters simply because their previous owners could no longer care for them, or wanted them. However, some of these pets are in shelters because of health problems, behavioral issues, or rescued from abusive situations.Before adopting a pet with a questionable past history, consider whether you are prepared and dedicated to caring for a pet with their specific needs. For example, if a dog has a history of not liking other animals, you probably should not adopt if you have other dogs at home. Likewise, if a dog has a history of biting, you would not want to adopt him if you have small children. Fortunately, many of the adoption shelters that rescue animals...more
Do you think that it is a ridiculous idea that a dog would need dog swimming vest? While many people would agree with you, there are legitimate reasons for a dog life jacket.Do you have a very small dog yet enjoy taking them on trips to the beach, lake, or just to your backyard to the pool? While many dogs are very good swimmers, there are some...more
The two biggest names in the world of topical cat flea medicine are Advantage and Frontline. How do they differ and how do you know which is best for you and your cat?Both Frontline and Advantage offer month long protection from fleas. Both are given as flea drops. These are 'topical' cat flea treatments which you put onto your pet's skin. From one...more
With such a wide choice of cat flea treatment products available it can be tough to know which one is right for you and your cat. So, is there any advantage to using Advantage Flea Medicine?Advantage Flea Medicine is a monthly topical flea product. Every 30 days you must use the flea drops by putting them onto your cat's skin between the shoulder-blades. To apply the product you must part the fur fully as only the liquid making contact with the skin will be fully effective. Over the next 24 hours the cat's own sebaceous (oil gland) system will spread the oil based flea control to cover the entire skin's surface.Advantage Cat SafetyAdvantage uses a nerve cell disruptor which is lethal for insects and some other invertebrates but completely harmless to mammals. This is because mammal's nervous systems do not absorb the chemical. It is perfectly safe to use this cat flea treatment for cats and kittens from 8 weeks of age.Advantage Flea PowerAdvantage kills two stages of your cats fleas, quickly destroying both larval and adult fleas. Larvae are killed before they can become biting adults. Adult fleas are killed quickly before they can lay eggs. This two pronged attack means that...more
There are many options for your cats flea treatment. Are there any benefits for choosing the Frontline Plus for Cats?Frontline Plus is a monthly topical cat flea treatment. To be fully effective the product must be placed onto the skin of your pet....more
Depending on the source there are additional types of Siamese Cats besides the four standard coat colors which are: Seal Point Siamese, Blue Point Siamese, Chocolate Point Siamese, and Lilac Point Siamese. Many individuals consider these additional...more
In addition to pug, mastiff and bulldog, another breed known for wrinkles is the shar pei. This breed originated from China thus also called the Chinese shar pei.The name shar pei, which also means sand-skin, sand-coat or shark-skin was given due to...more
Loose skin, prickly coat, small ears, unquestionable courage at home and outside.... The shar pei dog is all this and more! The Shar-Pei is an ancient breed that has called its home for centuries the southern provinces of China. Certain similarities...more
Experts of rare canines agree that the Chinese sharpei is worth befriending. The pups seem to be wrapped in bristly rugs, while the adults' muzzles make them look like the miniature hippos of the canine world. And what a colorful history too! The...more
There is no chance of mistaking a Shar Pei or Chinese Shar-Pei for another breed; after all, few ancient breeds are capable of combining bravery, deep coat wrinkles and a blue tongue! This breed, which originated from China, has a name that in its...more