Flying your dog or cat

Posted by Snoop Dog | Cat Dog Articles | Monday 6 June 2011 10:22 am

It `s not a rare case in which people take their pets on intercontinental flights. Although this brings some comfort to the owners, the long flight is a big shock to the animal. That `s why airlines that offer more services for their pets better. In fact, with most carriers, you must take your pet in the cabin in a special container, if not exceed the weight indicated. As expected, different airlines have different policies for that matter. That `s why weattempts to shed light on this problem, digging in the regulations for transporting animals from some of the largest airlines in the United States to Europe and vice versa.

Lufthansa

The German carrier has a very liberal policy on the transport of domestic animals, their planes. E 'permission to take your anger friend in the passenger compartment of the aircraft when the weight of the animal, in the special container (which are given at check in, at most airports) are not blockedexceed 8 kg (17.6 pounds). larger animals travel in the hold, encased in a suitable container so that they get up and have enough room to move. Water must also be ready if the international flight. If you have a dog guide dog or service, you travel free with you in the cabin of the airplane without. Any other travel with your pet from the U.S. to Europe per kg of excess baggage free as a regular payment. You should keep in mind, Lufthansa, from yourIntentions to fly with your pet, at least 24 hours before departure.

United / Continental

Even if a member of Star Alliance, Lufthansa, United travel quite a different policy with pets. The company assumes responsibility for his actions and often do not allow certain breeds of animals or pets are not healthy or aggressive edge. However, dogs and any other type of non-aggressive cats and little nonvenomousallowed in the cabin economy. not the container, which was to save the animal to be large enough to accommodate your pet is, but should be more than the space under the seat in front of you where you should take. larger animals are transported in the hold. If temperatures are very cold or very hot, the airline will not risk the life of your pet and simply would not allow it on board. The prices for traveling with pets in the cabin will vary from 90 euro up to 180 € for a place inthe cargo bay.

British Airways

Things are a bit 'complicated if you want to take your pet on a trip to Europe with British Airways. Although the company is proud that his experience in dealing with animals on board, there `sa severe limitation for the collection of animals in the passenger cabin. The only type of animal, the show can be connected to the board, is a guide dog. Any other type of pet is traveling in the hold with a specific container and enough water andFood for the journey. You should consult your veterinarian before you call your pet on a BA flight. The veterinarian must have a blood sample from the police and if everything is in order, he is a passport for your pet's problem. You must book BA at least 14 days before departure to contact your animals in the hold. The prices for traveling with pets are very different, so you should ask their local agent BA.

U.S. Airways

Pets are not allowed U.S. Airways to fly in the passenger cabinon intercontinental flights. The only way to keep your pet is traveling to and from the United States to save in a specialized container and leave the animal in the cargo compartment of the aircraft to be taken. Of course, U.S. Airways does not allow certain types of animals on board, if you do not look healthy, or if you can `t endure the extreme temperature changes, can look into the aircraft hold. Passengers must make a reservation for their animals at least 4 weeksDeparture. For rates and information, contact the local representative of U.S. Airways.

Delta

Although Delta does not bring a pet into the cabin, the company refers to it, the pressure and control the temperature of the cargo area, where they kept all the animals on this flight. However, the carrier has a long list of things to do before your pet to the airport. You need to obtain permission from your vet stating that the animal is fit enough to travel. It 'should also beThe examination of all the individual pet vaccinations and the need to contact your local Animal Reception Center. This is necessary when you travel to Britain. The Animal Reception Center in British customs and a clear input for your pet in the United Kingdom.

KLM / Air France

From 1 April 2011, KLM is not traveling from or through the passenger cabin on long distance again. The options for you and your animal friend, are confined to two variants. The first isYour pet as checked baggage unless the total weight of the animal and the container that is stored in no more than 75 kg (165 lbs). KLM has the pressure and ventilated sections, in which your pet will be created. It is necessary to ensure the average of at least 48 KLM hours before departure to ensure that there is no place for a pet on the flight, because space is limited in ventilated sections. The other way to get your pet transport carriers. In this case, it is necessaryIf your local agent load to turn to make a reservation for your pet. For a container company and make a total weight of 32 kg (70.5 lbs) You must pay over 200 euro. If you need a transfer at the airport in Amsterdam, the need to take more than two hours stay, you pay an extra € 150 for the treatment of animals.

American Airlines

AA Pets are not allowed inside the cabin passengers to travel aboard transatlantic flights. As with KLM / Air France, customersThe check-in their beloved animals, such as luggage and ensured that their containers with care in a well ventilated area and the pressure will be organized. It `s important to know that American Airlines are not allowed animals to travel in Switzerland. For all other EU Member State, the animal must wear a microchip or a tattoo that matches the information on the certificate of vaccination of the animal. For rates and taxes on your pet, we recommend you contact AA for a moreInformation.

It `s important to know that most airlines have a policy of certain breeds of dogs, cats, and don` t allow them to air transport due to their fragile nature. These are generally known as the snub nose dogs and the cats'. Here Sa `list of competitions, fly limited by:

Dogs

Bulldog Affenpinscher (all races) Japanese Chin Presa Canario

American Staffordshire Terrier Lhasa Apso Pug Cane Corso (SeeRaces)

Boston Terrier Mastiff Dogo Argentino (all races) Shar Pei

Boxer (all races) Bordeaux Mastiff Pekingese Shih Tzu

Brussels English Toy Spaniel Tibetan Spaniel Pit Bull

Cats

Burmese Persian

Himalayan Exotic Shorthair

Any mix of races is not allowed on board as well.

eternal enemies coexist Training – dogs and cats

Posted by Snoop Dog | Cat Dog Articles | Sunday 5 June 2011 7:44 am

Dogs and cats. Enemy, right? From dog obedience training right at home you can teach your animals to live together.

The first mistake that most pet owners make when introducing their dogs and cats is to realize their ideas. This is a mistake! As I mentioned earlier, these two eternal enemies. You can not just set in the vicinity of the other and expect good results. (Ok, I know what can happen and not happen, but my work is here to learn obedience dog training at home. My version calls for the prevention of the formation in dogs and cats, rather than a problem, and then forced to fix it. When the mother said, is worth a pound of cure. Prevention) is a good dose of prevention, co-existing should be used before your dogs and cats.

Whether your cat in a house with that of a> Dog or vice versa, I will start the same way. Start with your trusty dog crate. Put your dog in a cage and let the cat do the same space. There are several possible outcomes of this action:

1. Your dog shows complete indifference. That's great. If your dog behaves like this you have a fast switch.

2. Your dog shows fear. This is not ideal, but will facilitate the transition assome other results.

3. Your dog shows nervousness and anxiety. He cries, he steps in the chest, paws on the door of the box, etc. This behavior indicates that they want. There is something that the cat that is interesting and wants to know what it is.

4. Your dog show open aggression. Barks, paws at the door of the box, and knows exactly what he wants to do to cats. The train will be the toughest dogbut you can do.

For the first few days do not leave your dogs and cats in the vicinity of each other. Keep the dog in a cage. This does not mean that you need him in the chest 24 / 7 to keep. If you want out of the box just make sure that your cat other bedroom is closed to prevent contact by a. What do you hope to achieve this action is to train dogs to be indifferent to the cat. Want to see your dog as a vision of the cat"Noise". The cat is irrelevant, the cat does not matter, there is nothing interesting or exciting on the cat. In other words, the dog is well hidden in the chest and casually looked at the cat to move around the house. For categories 1 and 2, this is easy. It takes no more than a day or two for your dog at home think of your cat as another "thing". Categories 3 and 4, more trainingand time.

For categories 3 and 4, you must add a negative association show cat aggression. To get a spray bottle. Fill with water, water mixed with lemon juice, or for very stubborn dogs, water with vinegar. At this time, the dog continues to secure the box. The next part of the training is conducted, while near the window, ready to sit for the action. This shows your dog's aggressiveness(Barks, the claws of the cat at the door, whimpering in frustration, etc.) on the cat spray in the face with a spray bottle. Every time he shows aggression, with the spray bottle. If he shows no aggression soft praise him "good boy."

Make sure your dog has never had a chance to show experience, cat without aggression against the poor. This means you will always be ready with a spray or make sure that the catin the vicinity of the dog. If you alert and your dog has a chance to show aggression without negative consequences, he is the train cat not to show aggression.

In the case of exercise are consistent with this, you will find that your dog shows aggression less and less, while in the box, but it is worth the squirt in the face for him. Are you a way to achieve your dogs and cats to co-exist on.

If you feelcomfortable that your dog is indifferent to step your cat go to the next. As I said, for types 1 and 2, this is probably one or two days after the start of training fund. For categories 3 and 4, you get your dog to the point where he is indifferent and maintains this attitude for several days, if not a week.

The next step is to get dog out of the box and get these dogs and cats together, finally! You move slowly,though. Teach your dog training collar and leash the dog and make sure that he always carried around the house. Keep your dog in your area and let your cat be included in the. Your dog is a movement of any type to chase the cat, bark, or run one of the stereotypical behavior that dogs and cats do when he is given a very strong correction with the leash. You want to fix this very linememorable as it should be very strong. Want a negative form of association is very aggressive to the cat.

Be consistent with that training. If you correctly, you will notice that your dog chasing less and less by the desire to bark or cat. As you can see your dog change its behavior, more and more freedom to him to be closer to their cats and more away from you. Eventually it will be out the use ofCollar and leash training.

Even if your dog shows no aggressive tendencies, do not leave home for the cat to chase and play.

Even some of the most difficult to train dogs to respond to the above method. However, there are some dogs, cats have such a strong prey drive that only drastic measures to kill heal their desire to hunt and then. For these dogs, I use an electric dogCollar.

Read the instructions on the correct fitting for your electric dog training collar. With a stubborn dog that simply needs an electric collar in the process. the collar around his neck and has a cat with high appeal to you to correct your dog every time he looks good. How to make your dog even sneaks a look at your cat you press the button for the desired correction. Do not say "No" to respond in anySo easy to fix him to watch the cat. Do this many times as necessary. Consider this dog from your point of view. He wants to get to the cat wants to hunt and kill. But the act of watching the cat causes pain. She said nothing, so there would not associate the correction with you. He will soon learn to believe that the cat is the "evil" and he had better not even see it because the act of looking at the causesPain.

As with any training, you must be very consistent. Your dog may never be an effective way, also want to hunt or chase the cat. Be consistent, however, and soon your dogs and cats can coexist.

How to choose the right pet for you is a dog or a cat?

Posted by Snoop Dog | Cat Dog Articles | Saturday 4 June 2011 6:00 am

Dogs or cats. These words mean different things to different people. Which do you prefer? Those of us who already know the decision, how satisfying it is a cat to share our lives with a dog o. Or maybe both. Many of us love all types of animals. While this is true when it comes to choosing a pet, we certainly have some ideas. Some of us have multi-animal households, in which a dog or a cat, other pets, control.You may have friends who have cats only because they are largely independent and to stay home alone for more than a dog can, and they are litter trained, there is no need to hurry home to you to their own needs. I have an idea in mind of a dog sitting cross-legged with a dog waiting to go when his parents return home, he can! This is a funny photo, but I do not think the doglaughs.

Your lifestyle is likely to dictate what type of pet you may have. If you work long hours, then a cat may choose the best. Of course, if you prefer to have a dog, then maybe you could hire pet sitter to go home after one, to make your day, you let the dog out a couple of times. In this way you can relax at work knowing that your little friend is not alone and uncomfortable for 12 hours a day. Pet Sitter will also feed on demand. If you live in City can also take your dog for a walk in the park, much better for Fido!

Just a word of caution – always remember to check references before you give the dog and the keys to your home. They want comfortable with the person who comes to your house and care for your dog.

There are many things that the decision on a dog or a cat. Not all dogs and cats shed their fur, but the dogs bark andCats crush the material on the couch. If you also see them throw a frisbee, you need a dog buffet that can run and play hard. If you just want to play with the little ping pong balls, then you can have a great time with a cat. Mouse Some cats are good, but some dogs are particularly Terrier breeds. As some Terriers were bred to be ratters many years ago.

What you decide, your life will be enriched. Choose with care so as not to unhappy with your choice and decide to switch to an animal shelter. In fact you can visit some animal homes will help you make up your mind You could volunteer at your shelter cat room to walk dogs and take care of. In this way you get a good idea of ​​what is necessary for a responsible management company. It 's a free education and shelter can always help a bit' more. The animals also appreciate.

Regardless of your choice> Dogs and cats need your time, money and patience to keep them healthy and well maintained. The reward for you is the dedication, unconditional love, and a great bond. Some of the best friends ever! It 'been reported that the animal extends life and gives you better health. They are great stress relievers, as they make you smile and laugh.

Thus, a dog or a cat who will? Consider your situation and then make your decision. Visit yourlocal animal shelters. Your best friend to do is wait!

Probiotics for pets: dogs and cats

Posted by Snoop Dog | Cat Dog Articles | Friday 3 June 2011 5:00 am

Probiotics are beneficial bacteria, the "good" or "friendly" bacteria colonize the entire digestive tract and play an important role in digestion, assimilation of nutrients and immune function. Unfortunately, many people believe that all bacteria are harmful, but the reality is that we live in symbiosis with bacteria in our environment and some of the most important, our friendly gut bacteria.

The average animal, depending on theSize can be up to four pounds of bacteria in your body with the majority residing in the digestive tract. Your pet is very ill or die without recognizing the right of intestinal bacteria and, unfortunately, happens more often than in reality most people. Many veterinarians believe that imbalances in gut bacteria are integrated is an important factor in many chronic diseases that we are now in our animals. My experience with animals leads me to believe that this verytrue!

Probiotics play some important roles in the body of the animal, such as:

* Helping the digestive system function properly with the production of enzymes that help digestion and assimilation of nutrients.

* Manufacture B group vitamins

* Help lower cholesterol.

* Maintain the levels of pathogenic bacteria (E. coli, Salmonella and Helicobacter pylori) and fungi (Candida albicans) in check by competing space and nutrients. In addition, the bacteria produce usefulAntibiotics, such as materials and acidify the intestinal tract of lactic acid, which both produce harmful bacteria and toxins to inhibit them.

* Protection against tooth decay and gum disease.

* Support for healthy mucous membranes (mucosa) to keep the gut. This helps in the prevention of bacteria, food debris and toxins from the blood. The results of a damaged mucosa are often referred to as Leaky Gut Syndrome, which helpssymptoms of allergies, skin diseases, systemic infections, arthritis and other disease processes.

* Maintain or increase the health of the immune system. Since 70% of the immune system in animals is found in the gastrointestinal tract is a mucous membrane of bacteria colonized very important health benefits to prevent and control infection. Moreover, the beneficial bacteria in the respiratory tract, where they help the body against invasion by harmful germs found.

* Aidthe absorption of magnesium, used by hundreds of different functions throughout the body. A magnesium deficiency can cause asthma and migraine and other dramatic effects on the health of your pet.

* Synthesize vitamin K, necessary for blood clotting and maintain strong bones.

All that stress can reduce parts of the body levels of probiotics. Common culprits include malnutrition, antibiotics, steroids, NSAIDs, surgery, medications, acute and chronic diarrhea,Chlorine water, artificial ingredients and preservatives in foods, toxins in food and the environment and stress. Since many of these questions are difficult to avoid, I feel that makes sure your pet with a quality probiotic supplement on an ongoing basis so that a healthy and viable population of beneficial bacteria are always present in the intestinal tract to provide.

Probiotics would be particularly true in situations where there are signs of imbalance or where recommended healthybacterial populations are affected before vulnerable to animal diseases, such as antibiotics or steroids. An imbalance between friendly and unfriendly bacteria in the body has a role in many chronic diseases that we are today. Symptoms may include:

* Food allergies and intolerances.

* The fatigue, constipation or diarrhea.

* Poor digestion, which shows, such as pain or stomach gas.

* Shows Poor assimilation of nutrients, such as weight loss or lackof weight gain.

* Painful or stiffness.

* Bad breath, gum disease and dental problems.

* Frequent infections.

* Chronic yeast problems such as itching / Ad infected ear / skin.

Supplementation with probiotics is easy and safe and a great insurance, because not only friendly bacteria occur naturally in the body decrease your age mate, but our animals in contact with so many things in everyday life, to reduce healthy gutFlora.

Dogs and cats – some fundamental differences

Posted by Snoop Dog | Cat Dog Articles | Thursday 2 June 2011 1:00 am

Dogs are pack animals or groups. It 'important for a dog to know who is the leader of the pack. They are social animals and are happier in this environment. Cats are not pack animals. With the exception of the lion in the wild cats are solitary.
Despite their behavior, dogs, most are not territorial animals. Dogs are pack installed, their category, their. The behavior of some dogs show more than a protection of theirGroup in its territory. Cats on the other hand, are territorial. They are suited to their environment than dogs. As long as dog pack a jar with a leader who is happy, no matter the venue. Get a cat from their environment, and you have an unhappy cat care what else is using.
The nutritional requirements of dogs and cats are very different. Dogs are omnivores, which means everything they eat more. You needa certain amount of protein for good health, but a dog can also eat other things besides meat and even survive. A cat on the other hand, is a carnivore, or meat eaters. Everything your cat needs to eat a healthy protein appears in the flesh. Cats can not claim to good health from eating meat, but something other than protein.
Dogs can not use their body fat reserves to live for a time without eating at all. Cats can not use fat reserves.When a cat does not eat regularly, their bodies begin to build lean body mass to energy. This also happens when a cat is overweight and fat. For this reason, a fat cat put on a diet has to be done very carefully.
When a dog rolls on his back and offers his belly is a sign of submission. If a cat is not the same, it is a sign of confidence. A cat is never subdued!
Many dogs love to rolldirty, smelly things. This is a passage from their wild ancestors, the same thing to mask their scent from predators left. A cat on the other hand, buries its waste so that potential thieves will not be able to smell in her presence. These are very different behaviors, which are used for the same reason, survival.

These are just some of the differences between dogs and cats. But with all the differences, some similarities are together, being one of them, that the studieshave shown that people who keep these animals animals live longer and have less stress.