Control Your Dog’s Weight For A Healthier Longer Life
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 24th, 2008 at 5:13 am
Obesity is not just a growing problem for the human population, overweight dogs--just plain fat dogs--is becoming more common.Obesity is a common nutritional disorder in dogs. Just like people, dogs can get fat through over feeding and insufficient exercise.Even if you think you are only giving your dog a small amount of food per day, if you dog is getting insufficient exercise relative to the amount of food intake, he can still gain weight. Over time, he can and will get fat.Fat dogs are not he...
Getting Rid Of Fleas: Step By Step
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 24th, 2008 at 1:12 am
Fleas have been bothering people and their pets since the beginning of time. Although not terribly dangerous many animals and people are allergic to their bites, making flea infestations miserable. Heres how to get rid of them.Allergic Reactions to Flea Bites:Fleas inject saliva to stop coagulation when they bite. Its this salvia that causes allergic reactions in animals and people. Humans react with dermatitis, skin lesions and mild to severe itching. Try applying ice, menthol, camphor or calam...
Trailering Your Horses Safely!
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 9:12 pm
Theres a horse show across the state in a few weeks, and youre planning on being there with your horses. However, its been awhile since you last pulled a horse trailer, and youre a little concerned about your trailering skills. After all, you want to arrive at your destination safely, with the horses as calm and relaxed as possible.Guiding a loaded horse trailer down a country road or highway requires practical experience and know-how. Theres very little room for error. What do you do to ens...
Planning The Perfect Pup
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 5:13 pm
So youve decided you want a puppy. Somewhere in your mind is a mental picture of that puppy playing. It may be indoors or outdoors on the lawn. Its an idealised romantic picture full of warmth and affection.Before you can turn that picture into reality you need to start planning.The first thing to plan for is the type of dog you want. A puppy is only a puppy for a few short months and then its a dog for life. The puppy fits in with everybody but what sort of dog fits in with your family?What siz...
Canine Dental Care: Make Dog Tooth Cleaning Part Of Your Regular Routine
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 1:13 pm
We brush our own teeth daily, but sometimes we forget our dogs need regular tooth cleaning too. Just like humans, poor dental hygiene can lead to health problems and tooth decay in our furry friends.According to research, by the time your dog is three years old there is already an 80% chance that he already has some gum problems due to plaque and tartar buildup. Typical signs are redness or bleeding gums, bad breath, and loose teeth. Even annual or semi-annual professional cleanings at your vet'...
How To Pick A Good Dog Breeder
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 9:13 am
Most people are keen on keeping an animal of some sort, usually a dog, for a pet. Often its for the sake of companionship around the house or apartment.If your fancy is for a purebred dog, then you are going to need to find and contact a dog breeder. Like any other business there are dog breeders and there are dog breeders both good and bad.As a prospective dog owner you obviously want to find a good one. One who looks after his animals and makes sure they are healthy and well cared for.This ar...
Trailering Your Horses Safely!
by
Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 5:13 am
Theres a horse show across the state in a few weeks, and youre planning on being there with your horses. However, its been awhile since you last pulled a horse trailer, and youre a little concerned about your trailering skills. After all, you want to arrive at your destination safely, with the horses as calm and relaxed as possible.Guiding a loaded horse trailer down a country road or highway requires practical experience and know-how. Theres very little room for error. What do you do to ens...
How To Choose The Right Dog Breed For You
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 23rd, 2008 at 1:13 am
Choosing the right dog breed for you, your family and lifestyle is the most important decision you can make before bringing the dog home. Get this choice wrong and you end up with one of two results. Either you end up saddled with a dog that is wrong for you and your family, a dog that is basically unwanted and unloved. A dog that is a chore to look after. Or you end up taking the dog to a shelter for re-adoption or worse yet abandoning it. Neither option is good for the dog.You also need to be ...
Your Kids Want A Pet You Don’t Want To Pet Anything
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 22nd, 2008 at 9:13 pm
Mom, can we get a puppy? Who hasnt heard that line before? The kids think its time for an addition to the family, but you know you dont have time for a family pet.Weve got the perfect solution to make everyone happy!! Hermit Crabs!!Now before you start to panic because you just heard the word crab, just listen! Theyre not that bad. Trust me, Ive had a few and after a while they were definitely part of our family.Let me tell you why you should be convincing your kids to get a hermit crab:1.T...
Allergies In Dogs
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Snoop Dog
Posted September 22nd, 2008 at 5:13 pm
Does your dog have allergies? It is interesting how dogs experience many of the health issues that humans do, including allergies.Dog allergies can include skin allergies, dog food allergies (particularly corn and soy), house dust and dust mites, ragweed, molds, pollens and others.Common Signs and Symptoms of Dog AllergiesCommon signs and symptoms of dog allergies include your dog licking her paws, scratching her body or pawing at her ears (due to inflammation). In severe cases, you dog may have...
