Articles in Home | Pet Health Title|Newest|Oldest 10 helpful tips BEFORE you get a dog  By : Debbie Ray There are several points to consider whenever you are choosing a dog for you or your family. You want to match your new pet to you and/or your family and to your overall needs as closely as possible. If you don't take the time to plan a bit ahead of time right now, you may regret it in the future. Your job is to find the right dog breed to fit both your personality and lifestyle. 5 Ways Your Dog Senses The World Differently From You  By : Mike Ray Do dogs sense things differently than humans do? Well, yes and no. Dogs share the same basic senses with us: they see, hear, touch, smell and taste. But the level of their senses is different – an important distinction when you’re trying to figure out just what your dog is doing. A Cat of a Different Color  By : Gary Kurz A humorous story for those who love dogs and all the shenanigans they get into. This is a true story good for human interest publications. A Mini-Tribute to Pets  By : Gary Kurz Pets are amazing creatures. They give and give and give again and expect so little in return. We often focus on the heroics of pets that make the news and celebrate all of them vicariously through the one that becomes a public star, but again, each deserves the spotlight. Here is yet another area of life where animals serve mankind in a very special way. Adopt a puppy - and save a life!  By : Susan Koranki A look at how you can help improve the life of homeless dogs by adopting from an animal shelter or pound. The facts and figures relating to abandoned and surrendered dogs in the US today are staggering...and heartbreaking! But there is a way for you to make a difference - adopt a puppy or a rescue dog when you decide to add a four-legged friend to your family. It could be one of the most rewarding things you ever do. Adopting an Older Dog  By : Jim McKiel Making the decision to share your home with a canine is one step towards a rewarding experience. Why not take the next big step and adopt an older large breed dog. There are many beautiful large breed older dogs that are just waiting for someone to invite them into their home. They will repay you many times over with love and devotion. Allergies In Cats - The Basics  By : Donovan Baldwin A common health problem in cats is allergy. It's strange that we always worry about humans being allergic to cats, but so seldom hear about what cats are allergic to! Are Your Pets Part Of Your Family?  By : Jim McKiel Our household consists of two sons with furry coats and four legs each. Is this unusual? Not in a majority of homes that have pets. Pets are considered family members and are treated as such. Not only do we provide the basic necessities for our beloved dogs, we also lavish love, attention and gifts upon our furry family members. Aromatherapy For Man's Faithful Friend - Dog  By : Kevin Pederson Emotions like happiness, sadness, anger, fear and love play a crucial role in human being's life. These feelings are also an integral part of an animal's world. Aromatherapy also provides immediate, profound and long lasting results on animal's overall health and well being. Basic Dog Commands  By : Michael Copper There are a few basic commands that need to be mastered and they are all relatively simple. These commands are... Down: this is where you teach your dog to lay down on command, and is one of the main aspects of any successful training program. Heel: this is where you teach your dog walk beside you at the same pace without pulling on the lead. My dog health and care blog is all about caring for your dog. Behavioral Training for Your New Puppy  By : Jim McKiel It has been shown that obedience training is very important for a puppy and behavioral training is just as important. In some puppy/dog training camps, behavioral training is considered to be training a puppy/dog to be “good” or “well behaved”. In other training camps, behavioral training is considered to be “correcting a puppy/dogs bad behavior”. Can A Dog Improve Your Health?  By : Janet Winter There's nothing that relieves stress and makes us laugh like watching a new puppy chasing a ball on wobbly legs. And what fun to play 'tug of war' with a favorite toy! Just having your dog in your lap to pet and cuddle brings soothing relaxation. Can an Animal Make You Healthy ?  By : ian Williamson The term animal assisted therapy is to be distinguished from the more familiar practice of animal assisted activities, which refers generally to pet visitation at hospitals and residential care facilities. Can Prostate Cancer Can Be Cured?  By : Riley Hendersen Prostate cancer can only occur in men since the prostate is a gland in the male reproductive system. This illness is most common in the United States, where it is the main cause of cancer related deaths, after lung cancer. Prostate cancer is a disease that comes into existence due to mutation of the cells of the prostate which begin to multiply uncontrollably. Canadian Geese  By : Emma Snow Few spectacles symbolize autumn better than a gang of Canada Geese crossing a cloudy sky in V-formation. Common throughout most of North America, Canada Geese live around ponds, rivers, and lake shores where they feed on aquatic grass, roots, and young sprouts, as well as corn and grain. A strong inward pull called instinct urges these waterfowl into the skies to make this great annual southward migration. Caring For Dogs With Disabilities  By : Jim McKiel A dog’s disability may occur from an illness, injury or physical handicap. The degree of disability may be slight or may be incapacitating. Whatever reason for your dogs suffering will have a great effect on you as your pet’s guardian. Caring For Your Dogs Eyes  By : Nancy Dean Caring for your dogs eyes is an important part of his grooming. Dogs eyes are sensitive just like humans, and need to be taken care of. Different breeds of dogs require different type of care, due to the difference in eye types. There are many different types of eyes, so you may want to speak to your vet for specific instructions. Here are a few free tips for you. Choose The Right Dog Breed - It's A Long Term Commitment  By : Moses Wright To bring a dog into the family is a big decision. The right dog can bring your family years of enjoyment and companionship, whereas the “wrong” dog can add miserly and annoyance to your life. There are many factors to consider in order to make sure you choose the best dog for your situation. This article discuss the important factors to consider before you bring home the puppy. Choosing the Right Pet Insurance Policies  By : Subasree Since pets are very vulnerable to diseases of several kinds, the expenses for treatment have been on a steady increase all the time. Read on to learn about choosing the right insurance policies that suit the medical requirements of your loving pets. Dealing with Pet Euthanasia  By : Tracy Hargraves Pet euthanasia is one of life’s most difficult decisions. Although it is a difficult issue for many people pet euthanasia serves as the best resort especially when it is time to let go of a terminally ill pet. Confronting pet euthanasia means confronting fear thus it is important that you are well aware about the many ways how to manage a difficult way of letting go. Dealing With the Excessive Barker  By : Jeff Austin Dogs communicate with barks, and if your dog is barking, there is usually a reason for it. Dogs may hear something that we cant, or they may just bark out of boredom, he may bark just to hear sounds and stay busy! Deworming Your Dog, Step by Step  By : Debbie Ray If you have a puppy or dog and have not wormed it in some time please consult your veterinarian for more information about deworming your dog or perhaps follow the suggested worming schedule within the body of this article. Dog Behavior Problems - How to Live With Your Dog  By : Carol Stack Often dog behavior problems are caused by boredom. Is your dog left alone all day or left alone for hours at a time? Is your dog confined to the backyard rather than allowed in the house? Dog Care - Obedience Training  By : Michelle Johnson The importance of dog obedience training. Obedience training is an important part of dog care the information you need about finding a good trainer and how an obident dog will build a long and lasting relationship between the dog owener and the dog. Dog Emergencies - Make Your Own Dog First Aid Kit  By : Debbie Ray If your dog ever receives any kind of injury it is always best that you be aware of what to do in advance (depending on what type of injury the dog has received). Dog Insurance: Yes, you need it  By : Paul Easton All about pet insurance- do you need it Dog separation anxiety: man’s best friends’ dilemma  By : Michael Corvin This article tries to define and suggested means to treat and ways to lessen the disorder. Some of the factors that lead for this disorder were also discussed. Doggie News Central: Pit Bull Bans  By : Tracy Hargraves Pit bull bans are spreading too fast nowadays. The clamor for pit bull bans has been growing for years. As a result there has been a mixture of people who are all yes to pit bull bans and people who give all-out support to their pit bulls. Dogs That Escape  By : Michael Copper No owner likes to get a call from the pound telling them that their dog has been picked up for roaming the streets, but even the best trained dog can escape and end up in places where it shouldn't be. In many towns you can find yourself in legal trouble if your dog is found to be wandering the streets. And quite rightly so as a dog on the loose can do quite a lot of damage to other people's property, pets, children and elderly folk. Don't Bring Your Pet to an Ugly Vet  By : Gary Kurz How do you choose a good veterinarian? There are so many horror stories about callousness and poor care; how can I be sure my veterinarian is going to give quality care to the animal I love? Don't You Be No Ugly Pet Owner  By : Gary Kurz Too many of us who love our pets do not take full advantage of the short time they have with us.. Learn from the mistakes of the author about just how important it is to make good memories before it is too late. Equine Influenza  By : Ron Petracek Horse feeling under the weather? Maybe he has the flu. Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA)  By : Ron Petracek Equine Viral Arteritis (EVA) can have devastating effects on a breeding farm or pregnant mare, but what exactly is it? Favorite Large Dog Breeds  By : Carol Stack Why are so many large dogs found in the top ten when they can appear so intimidating, cost a lot more to feed than smaller dogs, require more room, and require firmer training than, say, a Pug or Pomeranian? Learn more here. Favorite Small Dog Breeds in 2006  By : Carol Stack Are you thinking of getting a small dog? Are you wondering what the most popular small dog breeds are? And why do so many people prefer a small dog? People get small dogs for various reasons. It could be they enjoy a small dog that is easier to handle, easier to travel with, and cheaper to feed. Many who live in cities prefer a small dog because they don’t have a lot of living space. Read more. Finding A Vet For Your New Puppy.  By : Jim McKiel This article will assist you with finding a vet for the newest member of your family. Foalhood Septicemias  By : Ron Petracek With the foaling season nearing, it is important that you are prepared to prevent the bacterial infections that may be life threatening to newborn foals. Learn more about foalhood septicemias so you can be prepared when your little one hits the ground. Footings - Train And Compete Injury Free  By : Ron Petracek The ideal footing for your horse will depend on what type of event, climate, natural ground type and location of where you work, exercise and train your horse. German Shepherd Dog With Arthritis And Colitis Benefits From An Herbal Remedy Boswellia  By : Sarah Smith This is an example of how an herbal remedy helped a German shepherd dog with debilitating arthritis and a bowel condition. Getting a Golden Retriever  By : Carol Stack Among the most intelligent of dog breeds, Golden Retrievers can learn a wide variety of behaviors with minimal effort. They are easy to housebroken and will give clear signs (after the initial training) that they need to go outside. Fetching comes almost automatically. It is also easy to teach them to stay, sit, roll over, and a lot more. Getting the Best Deal out of Pet Insurance Policies  By : Subasree Everyone loves being safe and secure. That is the main reason that pet insurance concept has come into being. It acts as a risk management tool to the pet owner. This article discusses the way to get the best deal out of pet insurance policies in detail. good night  By : Stephen Pappalau Dog beds for your pet Grooming Is An Important Part Of Dog Care  By : Michelle Johnson It is of vital importance that your pet be groomed on a regular basis for his health and well being. Tips on what to look out for while grooming your dog. Grooming Your Puppy or Dog  By : Jim McKiel Grooming your pet should begin when they are puppies as this will help them become accustomed to being touched all over their bodies while they are standing still or lying on their stomach or side. If you adopt an older dog you will have to introduce him to grooming gradually unless he is accustomed to being handled and touched all over his body. Guides Part 5 Animal Guides Including My Cat  By : Katheryn Hoban discussion on guides Have your cat come when called  By : Mike Ray Cat secrets tips covering how to teach your cat to come when called, and do any behavior with a verbal trigger. Help choosing the right dog breed  By : Susan Koranki A helpful guide to choosing the right dog breed for your family, lifestyle or situation. Contains an overview of breed characteristics, size and temperament considerations and what to think about BEFORE you pick out your new puppy. How do you classify Animals?  By : Andrew Tomkinson Andrew Tomkinson is a writer of Articles on health, animals and business opportunities. How Showing Horses Has Made Me a Better Parent  By : Kathy Keeley Horse showing creates many opportunities to parent and raise a healthy teenager. Teachable moments are prevalent throughout a horse show, as well as opportunities to practice communication skills and instill your family values in your teen Below are some real-life examples of how you can transform sports situations found in horse shows into real life lessons. How To Choose The Right Sized Dog Bed  By : jerrybrecken Ever wondered why your pet dog is fond of sleeping beside you in your bed? You frequently tell your dog to get off but it just wont listen to you. Yes, you adore your pet, there's no question about it. It's just that you can't allow your dog to always sleep beside you. Your dog's snoring and drooling keeps you up at night. It is times like this that makes you realize how important a dog bed is. How To Clean Cat Urine  By : Donovan Baldwin How the heck do you get rid of that cat urine smell? How To Find A Good Dog Groomer  By : Nancy Dean Selecting a good, professional and friendly groomer is an important part of caring for your dog. Since a groomer will usually be alone with your favorite pet it is important to make sure that they treat your animal well, notify you of any problems, as well as understand how to care for an clip your particular breed of dog. How to Help Your Dog Lose Weight  By : Emma Snow Obesity is on the rise for canines. The reasons for this influx are similar to those that humans experience, too much food and too little exercise. The results of obesity are similar for your canine friends too. Studies reveal that 25% of overweight dogs experience severe joint problems. How to How to Break Up a Cat Fight  By : Mike Ray How to break up a cat fight quickly, easily and safely. How to keep your cat purring into advanced old age  By : Mike Ray How to keep your cat alive, healthy and happy for as long as possible. How to Puppy-Proof Your House: Safety for Your pup, peace of mind for you  By : Moses Wright The decision to bring the puppy home is just the first step. You need to get your house ready for him. You're going to have lots to do around the house. After all, puppies are not so different from toddlers and like children, will want to explore all areas of your house. This article teaches you how to puppy-proof your house and the essential supplies you need for the new puppy. How to stop your cat chewing on electrical cords and other objects  By : Mike Ray Step by step guide to stopping your cat from chewing on cords such as computer mouse, electrical and other hanging things. How To Stop Your Dog From Digging Holes In Your Garden  By : Mike Ray Step by step tips to stop your dog digging How to Train Your New Dog  By : Darell McKissick Face it, nobody likes a dog that doesn't listen and behave. But everyone loves a dog that sits and stays on command. If you have a barker or a jumper, it can be quite frustrating watching the dog ignore you every time company comes over. It's almost embarassing. How to trim your cat's nails  By : Mike Ray Step by step guide to trimming your cat's nails. Indoor cats especially need their nails trimmed. Here's how to do it in an easy, fun way. How to Turn the Mini Jail Crate into Your Dog’s Natural Den  By : Moses Wright A crate might look like a mini jail cell to you, but to a puppy that has been trained the right way since young, it is your dog’s natural den – a personal space where he’ll feel secure and comfortable. This article reveals simple yet effective tips on how you can crate train your dog fast and easily. How to Understand & Prevent Dog Fights  By : Nancy Dean Nobody thinks it will happen with their sweet, innocent little doggie. Think again! There are instinctual triggers that will cause your dog to erupt in rage towards another dog. To prevent this from happening, you need to know why it occurs and some steps to take to minimize any damage. How Your Pet Can Help Fight Depression  By : Charles Kassotis Share sad feelings with Fido or Fluffy for quick relief. Is Your Dog Taking Any Vitamin Supplements?  By : Eddy Kong WW This article is about the various facts and information about giving your dog the required vitamins so that they have a balanced diet just like humans. Jumping Finesse: Don't Get Shaken Loose!  By : Ron Petracek It's no fun when you lose your balance going over a jump. Learn how to keep your position even on horses who go really big! Keeping Your Cat Healthy and Happy  By : Carol Stack Cats can be wonderful companions. With some basic care and a lot of love, they can be your good friend for many years. Koala Kismet  By : Emma Snow To gaze into their eyes is to touch tranquility. Perhaps it is because they spend so much of their lives removed from our terrestrial sphere that these creatures can inspire such serenity in just one glance. Perched in the canopy of the tall Eucalyptus forests of Australia, koalas pass their lives unperturbed, nap to nap, meal to meal. Learn the Secret to Pet Food  By : Susan Thixton Learn valuable secrets to finding a safe, healthy pet food. Life Expectancy of Large Breed Dogs  By : Jim McKiel Large breed dogs have a shorter life expectancy than smaller breeds which is unfortunate for the owner/guardians of large breed dogs. We love our big dogs even knowing their time with us will be short. We don’t focus on the quantity of time but the quality of time we spend together. Sharing our homes with our big fur balls is like having a small piece of heaven for our own. Looking for the Perfect Vinyl, Washable, and Indestructible Dog Bed  By : jerrybrecken One of the most common troubles that dog owners usually experience is having to wash the dirt that their dogs have unwittingly left on their beds. You may be unluckily included in the list. There may be times when your dog's bed suddenly breaks off due to its sheer size and weight. Hence, you may have a hard time fixing the bed parts and most probably end up in vain. Man's Best Friend and The Cat Allergy  By : Riley Hendersen Cats carry a certain type of protein that is found in the cat's skin or in their saliva. If an individual has sensitivity to this type of protein, they exhibit symptoms of a typical cat allergy. Medical Conditions Affecting Large Breed Dogs  By : Jim McKiel There are many ailments and conditions that are more prevalent in large breed dogs. Until further medical studies can be conducted and a pattern of inheritance established for these ailments and conditions, dogs that have a risk for these diseases will be said to have breed predisposition. My Pastor Said Animals Don't Have Souls  By : Gary Kurz Most ministers rely on what their Seminary Professor told them about animals having souls and not the Word of God. The Bible admonishes us to "search out a thing, whether it be so". Ministers would do well to search scripture on this important topic in order to be able to give solid answers to their flock. Nutrition For Your Puppy  By : Jim McKiel This article focuses on some of the nutritional foundations needed to insure your puppy grows into a healthy adult. Obedience Training For Your New Puppy  By : Jim McKiel Obedience training for your new puppy should begin the day you bring him/her home. You should make obedience training fun and incorporate the training with play sessions. It is so easy to train a puppy when they are having fun and the puppy has no idea that they are learning valuable lessons. Old Dog Blessings  By : Kate Loving Shenk Dogs Are Our Greatest Therapists. Old Dogs Teach Us How To Let Go (Let God). For The Love of Dog Go I. Overcoming Boredom  By : Michael Copper Here's Today's Joke: Why do dogs bury bones? Because they can't hide them in trees. Dogs are a lot like children. They need stimulation or they will get bored and we all know the trouble children can be when they get bored. Bored dogs are generally unhappy dogs and they are also the dogs that are most likely to get into trouble with other animals and humans. Parelli Natural Horsemanship  By : Ron Petracek Natural horsemanship can help establish a relationship of trust and understanding between horse and rider. Pat Parelli makes this easy by creating games that you can use to work with your horse. Pet Diseases: Healthy Pets Make Healthy People  By : Subasree Pets are prone to many illnesses. Hence, they should be taken care of very well and also monitored regularly for any symptom of ill health to keep their well being. A pet can be a happy companion to human being only if it is healthy. Some of the symptoms of pet diseases causing ill health are discussed in this article in detail. Pet Evacuation Plan  By : Gary Kurz Don't wait until it is too late. Remember the sad faces of Hurricane Katrina pet victims. Don't let your pet face the same trauma. Here are some easy tips for making a plan that will work for you. Pet Health Insurance - why it's a necessity  By : Susan Koranki Pet Health Insurance is growing in popularity in the United States. Many owners know that if their pet suffers an unexpected illness or injury, it can the toll can be very high - both financially and emotionally. An overview of what to look for when choosing a pet health insurance policy...and why it's not a luxury, but a necessity you can't afford not to have. Pet Insurance : What To Look For  By : Nicholas Hunt Keeping a pet can work out to be expensive, not least if you need to see a vetinary surgeon. Pet insurance can cushion the cost of injury or illness, but what do you need to know before you choose a policy? Pet Insurance For Pampered Pets  By : Nicholas Hunt As our pampered pets live longer and longer lives, the veterinary costs of keeping them healthy can grow rapidly. Find out why pet insurance might be an idea worth considering. Pet Supplies For Your Pet  By : Stephen Pappalau Pet supplies at its best. Pets in Peril  By : Gary Kurz Over 20 million animals pass or are lost in the United States each year. Many pass as a result of some tragic happenstance that befalls them. Pet people can remove many of the dangers that their pets face if they are willing to be proactive in their responsibilities. Premium Pet Food Prices Got You Down?  By : Susan Thixton Are you wanting to feed your dog or cat a premium pet food but your budget just doesn't have the room for the higher cost? You might be surprised - premium pet foods don't 'cost' nearly as much as they appear to. pretty smile  By : Stephen Pappalau dental supplies for your pet, pet supplies Providing Premium Nutrition through Homemade Pet Food  By : Tracy Hargraves A recall of potentially sickening and deadly pet food has made pet owners seriously worried about the safety of pet food. There are unhealthy ingredients and contaminants found in some pet food thereby increasing more problems to all pet owners. For this reason, use of the more nutritious and safer homemade pet food over commercially prepared ones was introduced. Puppies and worms  By : Susan Koranki A puppy owners guide to one of the most common canine parasites - worms. Information on the types of worms your puppy is most likely to catch, along with advice on the diagnosis, symptoms and treatment of these nasty, little critters. Pure or Mixed Breeds - Things You Ought to Know Now  By : Moses Wright Most of the world’s dogs are undifferentiated varieties resulting from random interbreeding widely known as “mixed breeds” or “mutts.” Yet most people, including dog owners only know or talk about purebreds. This article seeks to discuss about both mutts and pedigrees and the benefits and disadvantages of owning either type. Reputable Puppy Breeders - How to Find and Locate Them  By : Moses Wright There are many sources for one to get a puppy, such as the kennel or the pet store. But if you want to get a purebred puppy, you must seek a reputable breeder to get the best results. This article discuss the possible ways for new puppy owners to find quality reputable breeders. Riding Down Hills  By : Ron Petracek Why zigzagging isn't a good idea! - And other riding tips that you will find quite useful. Rottweiler-Historical Facts  By : Fubrus Driving cattle was Rottweilers main historic function.. Rottweilers had another historic job besides driving cattle to the butcher. Safeguarding Your Dog from Poisons in the Home  By : Jim McKiel Along with your veterinarian’s phone number, you should have posted in prominent vicinity by the phone the number to a 24 hour emergency pet hospital and the ASPCA Poison Control Hotline (888-426-4435). Make sure you know where the pet emergency hospital is before the need arises. Having these numbers available before you need them may save your puppy or dog’s life. Should You Have A Dog House?  By : Charles Dibble Many pet owners deliberate the question of whether or not to have a dog house. Regardless of the type or size of your dog or if it is an outside or inside pet there are practical reasons for providing your pet with a dog house. Signs of Navicular Disease  By : Ron Petracek There are several signs that a horse suffering from navicular will exhibit. See what they are and what other signs the horse will give you. Six Secrets to keeping your pet healthy, frisky, and safe.  By : Susan Thixton Pet expert Susan Thixton share 6 key secrets to keeping your pet healthy, frisky, and safe. Spotting the Best Luxury, Designer Bed For Your Dog  By : jerrybrecken It is undeniable that dogs are still regarded as man's best friend despite the popularity of different pet options. Surely, even before Lassie made her fellow species famous through her boob tube heroics, dogs have long been among man's most loved animals. Start your own Pet Apparel Line  By : Robert Jean Louis Discover the power and financial freedom achieved by starting your own pet apparel line or selling Pet apparel. Stop Puppies Biting  By : Michael Copper Dog Quote: To his dog, every man is Napoleon; hence the constant popularity of dogs. ....Aldous Huxley Puppies love to bite. They do it naturally but it is something that they must be taught not to do. Learn how to stop your puppy from biting. This needs to be addressed while they are young because dog bites can lead to all sorts of problems including legal action. 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