Pets and Animals Articles
46: Chow Chows The Stuff From the East
There's no doubt that the Chow Chow is an ancient breed. In fact, many say the oldest dog fossils known to exist bear a striking resemblance to the current day Chow Chow. It's also known that many Chinese nobles kept this breed and that it has been used for many centuries for a variety of purposes in China.
The name could very well have come fr
47: Cleaning Your Dogs Ears
Just like humans, dogs produce ear wax (cerumen). If there are factors present which increase production of this ear wax, or if the normal clearance mechanism is compromised, then manual removal might be necessary.
Why clean the ears?
1. So that your veterinarian can visualize the ear drum. Waxy debris obstructs the view, so the integrity of
48: Common Ailments In Cats
Cat Allergies: Cats, like humans, can suffer from a wide range of allergies. The most common allergy among cats is flea allergy. As cats get older, their sensitivity to flea bites increases. Food allergies account for another 5-10% of cat allergies. Food allergies might manifest themselves as dermatitis and severe itching, or vomiting and diarrhea,
49: Companions Workers Helpers all on Four Legs
Dogs over the years have become a very integral part of our lives. They are our loyal companions. They do not talk back, they do not judge us, they are there when we need their companionship and their help.
Today we use dogs for a wide range of tasks. There are dogs to lead the blind, help people in wheelchairs, visit sick people in hospitals
50: Curing Bad Cat Breath
Cat owners know for a fact that bad cat breath can be downright awful. It isn't that much different from bad human breath, as both are caused by bacteria found in the mouth that breaks protein down and releases the sulfur compounds out into the air. Sulfur smells really bad on its own, which is why breath containing it smells bad as well. The ba
51: Dachshunds Low-Slung Sportsters of the Canine World
Dachshunds were bred specifically for hunting badgers. Selective breeding focused on the tenacity needed to pursue its prey until it was caught, and the physical features that would allow the dog to follow the badger into a hole and pull it out. In German - the country of origin for the Dachshund - "dachs" means badger. These dogs were, quite liter
52: Dalmatia Better Know as Dalmatian History
Since the mid 18th century, historians have found references to the breed of dog known as the Dalmatian.
The breeds first established home, for which the breed was also named after was Dalmatia. It is a place in the Western Yugoslavian area which at one time was part of Austria, located on the Adriatic. However, these dogs were well-known th
53: Dalmatians Great Dogs Even in Numbers Less than 101
It was the movie that made Dalmatians an instant success as companion dogs and family pets, and caused the over breeding of Dalmatians that led to several serious problems. Among the most serious of these issues was a sudden influx of Dalmatians into shelters and the abandonment of many of these dogs. The people who snatched up Dalmatians immediate
54: Dangerous House Plants
Although we think of cats as carnivores, in fact many are fond of vegetables and other plant material. Although food preferences vary with individual cats, many will sample a plot of grass outdoors, the leaves of a potted houseplant indoors, or other common items like shoelaces.
Cats confuse their owners by ending grass-grazing with regurgitatio
55: Discover The Basic Dog Obedience Training Tips
Dogs are social animals and they become wild, if they are not trained properly. They're pack animals - like most humans, they thrive as part of a group. They're loyal and playful and just fun to be around.
By providing Dog obedience training you can improve your dog's behavior, as it mends your dog with a good mental exercise by enabling health
56: Dog Beds Are They Fun Or Functional
You bring your cute, fun loving puppy home for the first time and of course you want your him to sleep with you. All furry, cute, warm and snuggly. But that is not the best thing to do for you or your hound. You really need a dog bed to establish correct behavior at the outset. It may be OK now, but when your dog grows to his full size at over 100
57: Dog Behavior Problem7 Tips To Change Your Dog s Behavior Problem
Whether you like it or not, every dog is going to have its problem behavior from time to time. What you do about this behavior problem can make the difference in whether or not your dog changes. Here are 7 tips to help you change your dog's behavior problem.
Dog Behavior Problem Tip 1: Control the dog
The most basic tip is to get control of y
58: Dog Behavior Training Stop Your Dog From Jumping Up On People
Dogs jumping up on people is at best an embarrasing and annoying habit, at worst a danger for all involved.
what starts out as a cute habit in young puppies can escalate into a big problem that can be difficult to correct. If you can't stand your much loved dog jumping up on you, just imagine what visitors to your home must think.
Dog Jumpin
59: Dog CPR How to Save Your Pets Life Part 2
Remember to consult with your vet for hands on training if desired.
Airway
After determining that the animal is non-responsive, step one in performing dog CPR is obtaining a good airway. This is a very important step. You should seek to achieve this first before continuing on.
Remember that making sure your pet has a clear airway is the m
60: Dog CPR-How to Save Your Pets Life Part 1
This is a 2 part article on how and when to perform CPR on your dog. This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended to take the place of hands on training by your veterinarian.
There will be instances where you might have to perform CPR on your dog. What? CPR on your dog? Are you serious? Yes, it is serious - serious enou
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