Trying to teach your dog not to jump on the furniture? Here are a few tips. First, when he does it, tell him ‘down’ and point to the floor. Give him a little help if needed. When he gets back on the floor reward him. If he does it again, tell him ‘down’ again. RewardContinue reading “Teaching Your Dog Not to Jump on Furniture”
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Canine flea prevention
Your dog is a big part of your life and keeping fleas from taking over her coat is important to you. What should you know about flea prevention to help keep her comfortably flea-free? It’s important to take the time to get to know your pet so you can better understand where she spends herContinue reading “Canine flea prevention”
Choosing the right reptile for your family
Your family has been talking about bringing a reptile home and you are eager to look into your pet options. How can you choose the right reptile for your family? Your new addition will need to fit into your lifestyle with ease, so it’s important to think about what is needed to make this happen.Continue reading “Choosing the right reptile for your family”
How much hay should you feed your rabbit?
Your rabbit is an important part of your life and you need to make sure you are able to offer her plenty of love and attention. A portion of this will need to be focused on feeding her so she gets the right foods in the ideal quantities when she needs them. How much hayContinue reading “How much hay should you feed your rabbit?”
Moving Your Outside Cat Inside
Outdoor cats are at a much higher risk of contracting disease or suffering from injury than indoor cats. Thus living outside can shorten your cat’s life. The best thing for your outdoor cat is to move her inside for the rest of her life. Start by tempting your cat into your home with food. LetContinue reading “Moving Your Outside Cat Inside”
Why Guinea Pigs Need Vitamin C
Vitamin C is an essential vitamin for guinea pigs. They need adequate intake of vitamin C from their daily diet because their bodies are unable to produce it. Guinea pigs need about 10-30 mg of dietary vitamin C per day. Inadequate intake of vitamin C, even in as little as 2 weeks, can increase theirContinue reading “Why Guinea Pigs Need Vitamin C”
Facts about Ear Mites in Cats
If your cat is scratching at her ears excessively or shaking her head a lot then she may have something wrong with her ears. Schedule a check up with your vet to find out. One of the main causes for symptoms like those mentioned is ear mites. Ear mites can be common in cats andContinue reading “Facts about Ear Mites in Cats”
Signs Of Aggressive Behavior In Rabbits
Rabbits that spent time in shelters tend to develop some undesirable habits. This can also occur in rabbits that are bored because of a lack of physical and mental stimulation. Negative experiences in the past with humans or animals can also be an important fuel of aggression in rabbits. The presence of perceived threats andContinue reading “Signs Of Aggressive Behavior In Rabbits”
When To Vaccinate Puppies
When puppies are born, they already have protective antibodies that they have gotten from their mothers; this is called maternal immunity. A puppy’s maternal immunity provides temporary protection against infectious pathogens that the puppy may be exposed to during the first few weeks of life. The level of maternal immunity soon wears off when puppiesContinue reading “When To Vaccinate Puppies”
Keeping your cat away from your food
Your feline friend loves to check out all the action in your household and she tends to get into everything she can. How can you keep her away from your food? Your pet needs to consume a healthy diet in order to lead her best life, but this will look different for her than itContinue reading “Keeping your cat away from your food”
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