1. Get some opinions. Ask around to see where people take their pets, why they take them there, and if they are happy with the veterinarian.
a. Ask friends, family, and co-workers, but be sure to ask them why they see this particular veterinarian. Pet owners often take their pets to a certain clinic just because […]
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The Basset Hound is a Medium/Large dog that typically weighs between 45-75 pounds. Their height averages between 11" to 15". It is long and low and their height/weight ratio makes their already short legs look even shorter. In fact, their name comes from the French word "bas" which means low. Their gentle, loving, patient nature […]
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How do you groom your dog? Keep him clean!
To hope that washing and brushing alone will produce a fine coat, bright eyes and a general air of well-being when the poor animal has worms,ear mites, or other conditions due to neglect, is nonsense. Before you groom externally, get down to business internally; realize what worms […]
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Some people think cats are only happy if they have a wide and varied outdoor territory to patrol. If you live in a city, or have no garden, this may dishearten you, but cheer up! It isn't true! Simply playing regularly with your kitty will fulfill most of her exercise and hunting instincts! Here are […]
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A minimum of ten toys should hang in a well-furnished cage. Parrots should not be easily seen in their cage. This their home and they should feel camouflaged as in the wild. Parrots naturally live in trees allowing them to be heard, not seen. Nests are built inside trees surrounded by more trees. Here, young […]
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Have you ever wondered how really good dog trainers come up with the techniques they use to solve behaviour problems in dogs such as excessive barking, destructive chewing, toileting in the house and jumping up on visitors? Or how top dog trainers come up with ways to train dogs in top obedience and working competitions? […]
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"But daddy, I want a ferret". My daughter has a lovely personality and is not one to complain or nag, yet over the course of several days; she continued, "daddy, I want a ferret". I never really had a choice as she looked at me with those baby blues; we were headed to the pet […]
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Discipline and good behavior are not just for your Dog they apply to you, the pet-parent too. Buying a dog is not all "cochie coo" business — it signals the beginning of a lifetime of commitment and responsibility.
1. Love your dog unquestioningly. Treat him like a friend. Never hurt, punish, beat or abandon him. Seek […]
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For us cats there are several sweet advantages in having a human as a pet. However, remember you are taking on a big responsibility when you adopt one or more humans. Humans are demanding pets that need daily care and attention.
With responsibility come both advantages and disadvantages. If you adopt a human, you must get […]
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When you are presenting your dog at a Dog show, the judge does not care to watch your dog snarfing down and chewing his bait. The Judge wants to see good expression and attentive manner, not the goober and slobber associated with a dog who is eating. Bait is exactly what it means: bait ( […]
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