Animal Communication: Art And Science To Help Pets And Their People
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 6th, 2010 at 5:01 am
As a respected art and science, animal communication has been around for perhaps 100 years, although most people may have heard of it only recently. An understanding of animal communication--interspecies communication between humans and their pets or other animals--must begin with the understanding that animals, like humans, have personalities and feelings, preferences, opinions, and misperceptions; they think and make choices; they, like us, want to be happy.What does an animal communicator do?...
Pet Parrot
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 5th, 2010 at 1:01 pm
It had been years since I last visited my boyhood chum Ricky. He used to be a teammate of mine on the school baseball team, but he was obviously the better athlete since he was also on the school football team and basketball team. But I actually haven't seen him practicing much the last few months and when I visited him at home, I discovered why. To my great surprise, Ricky was enamored with his pet parrots.He had about a dozen of them in one big cage in all colors, shapes and sizes. It was like...
Have An Itchy Dog? Consider These Grooming Tips Before Turning To Chemical Treatments
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 2nd, 2010 at 1:00 pm
Many dogs today suffer from itchy skin caused by a variety of factors. Dogs actually have more sensitive skin than humans, and are often exposed to a variety of irritants in their environment. These grooming tips may help alleviate your dog?s constant itching.Brushing your dog daily will remove pollens, grasses, and other outdoor irritants as well as stimulating the skin?s circulation and preventing matting. Brush carefully and down to the skin, taking care not to tug on tangles, and using a so...
GSD Training Is An Important Part Of The German Shepherd Dog’s Growth And Development
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 2nd, 2010 at 9:00 am
Remember, GSD training is an important part of owning your dog. As a German Shepherd owner, you own one of the greatest potential athletes in the dog world. Well rounded, these dogs were created on the premise that the dog be versatile, athletic, courageous and mentally sound to excel in any activity in which they participated. Before taking your dog to the next level however, it is best to first make sure that your dog is physically fit by your veterinarian. Your vet will check your dog's...
Canine Diabetes Does Your Dog Have It?
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 2nd, 2010 at 5:00 am
Canine Diabetes: A Serious Dog Disease That is Completely ManageableCanine diabetes is a serious disease that causes there to be too much glucose in the blood. If your pet has any of the signs, a dog health exam will help you find out with certainty. Canine diabetes symptoms usually include the following:- drinking excessive amounts of water - frequent urination - weight gain (or weight loss in some cases) - increased lethargy during the dayA simple blood test can tell the vet if the glucose co...
Owning A Wild Or Exotic Cat Information Laws And Advice
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 1st, 2010 at 5:00 pm
Have you ever dreamed of living with a bobcat or having a pet tiger? You're not alone, and many people share their lives responsibly and safely with such animals. My beloved companion is a African Serval, a very affectionate 33-pound spotted feline. However, this dream come true brings with it some very real challenges and responsibilities far beyond those facing the average pet owner.A huge number of visitors to my exotic feline site are trying to make very important decisions. Should I get a...
Some Interesting Facts About Pets
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Snoop Dog
Posted March 1st, 2010 at 5:00 am
Pets are truly amazing. Not just for the reasons they make us feel as we adopt them and make us part of our families, but for so many reasons we aren?t really even aware of. These loveable animals we think we know, just how well do we really know them?Take for example the cat. This household pet is one of the most common pets which everyone thinks they understand. Ask anyone what they consider a strange or exotic pet and I don?t? think anyone would say the cat. Yet there is so much unknown about...
How To Stop Your Cat Scratching Get Rid Of Those Fleas
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Snoop Dog
Posted February 27th, 2010 at 8:59 am
You know how annoying it can be when you have an itch, but you can't reach it to give it a scratch? Well, when your cat has fleas it's like your problem, just multiplied a hundred times.If your cat has fleas or ticks, you need to take action. If they are scratching or have irritated skin, your cats need you to bring this problem under control because it can become a much larger problem if you do not.Even clean cats can end up with fleas. All it takes is a stray animal to come close enough to t...
Dogs: Norwegian Elkhounds Breed Characteristics & Suitability As Pets
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Snoop Dog
Posted February 27th, 2010 at 12:59 am
Norwegian Elkhounds are an old breed, dating back to Stone Age times in Scandinavia. Fossil dating confirms its long use as a domesticated hunting companion of man. They are only moderately popular in the U.S., but as you'll see, this breed has a lot of desirable traits that make it a good choice as a pet.Physical CharacteristicsNorwegian Elkhounds are beautiful dogs, with medium-sized bodies, a distinctive Spitz curled tail, and strong, athletic lines. Bred to hunt a variety of prey, they poss...
Shih Tzu Toys And Special Treats
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Snoop Dog
Posted February 23rd, 2010 at 4:58 pm
Inspect your dog's toys often. If there are pieces bit off the toy, discard it. Usually small pieces of a toy or chew will pass through a dog's system, but they could end up causing an intestinal blockage instead.Flimsy vinyl or plastic toys or balls with squeakers and bells in them usually don't hold up. Some shih tzu will just tear at the toy until they get the squeaker out. The squeakers and bells also pose a problem of your shih tzu choking on them if he tries to swallow the objects.Shih...
