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How To Effectively Control Fleas
Fleas, those pesky blood sucking pests that make pets' lives miserable and humans itch from just a thought, can be impossible to control unless you understand their life cycle and the vulnerability of each life stage. Most pet owners do not understand the flea as evidenced by their most commonl
What Are the Dangers of Feeding Dogs Raw Meat?
The type of dog food you feed to your dog will determine whether the dog remains healthy throughout its life or begins to exhibit health problems. The Journal of the American Animal Hospital Association (JAAHA) published an article about this subject in November 2003 discussing the myth associated w
The Basics of Canine Parasites: How to Detect, Diagnose and Treat
Canine parasites is probably not something you worry about all that often. Parasitic fungal infections that affect the skin, hair and/or nails is referred to as dermatophytosis; ringworm is one of these parasitic infections that occur in dogs, cats and other mammals. The usual symptom of ringworm is
How to Train Your Shih Tzu Puppy
Your Shih Tzu puppy is so adorable that it is sometimes tough to teach him obedience, as "bad" behaviour comes across as cute! Rewarding him when he is "good" is the best way to show him what is acceptable and what is not. This takes time, patience and of course, love.
Dog Diseases Common With Older Dogs - Canine Cognitive Dysfunction
Canine Cognitive Dysfunction is an age-related mental degeneration in dogs which is the equivalent of Alzheimer's disease in humans. Affected animals suffer from a lack of dopamine (a neurotransmitter) and parts of their brains are destroyed by the deposition of a substance called amyloid.
Natural Cures for Cancer in Dogs
Natural remedies combat canine cancer and the fatigue caused by cancer treatment.dog image by Michal Tudek from Fotolia.comCanine cancer occurs when damaged or altered cells grow uncontrollably, becoming a cancerous tumor. Typically, cancer in dogs is treated with radiation and...
Super Dachshund Puppy Training Tips
Dachshund puppy training involves a lot of things from housebreaking to basic commands to playing around. In short, it's all about spending quality time with your puppy. Dachshunds naturally love being with people. Dachshund puppy training will have to be done such that your puppy learns what t
How to Design a Dog Wash Area
Bathing your own dog can save a lot of money and time. It can increase the bond between you and your pet and help you identify any skin conditions that might need a veterinarian's care. However, bathing your dog at home can also be a difficult, frustrating experience if you are not well organized an
How Can I Make My Dog Smell Good?
A dog could smell bad for several reasons, including for medical reasons or just because it got into some smelly substance outside, such as a skunk or rolling around in another animal's waste. People who feed raw food outside also have to deal with a smelly dog if the dog buries a bone and digs it u
Aggressive Posture in Dogs
Dogs use body language, posture, vocalizations and eye contact to communicate with humans and other animals. The ability to interpret a dog's posture can increase safety and assist the dog's owner in solving behavior problems. According to the Humane Society of Silicon Valley, dogs use their ears,
The Appropriate Dog Costume for Each Breed Type
Individual type or dog breeds come in different character, body measurements, and height that's why you need to consider these factors when purchasing the perfect pet costume. Indeed there are a lot of factors to consider in choosing the best dog costume. Here are some great ideas on dog costum
Housebreak Your Dog
If you are trying to housebreak your dog, it would take a lot of patience on your part. As soon as you take the dog in your home, start to housebreak them right away. Normally dogs need relief at least six times a day.
Dog Joint Pain - What Can Cause It?
Dog joint pain is usually caused by arthritis in canines. This article will discuss some of the things pet owners can do to easy help control this joint disease.
5 Amazingly Effective Ways to Make Your Dog Stop Eating Poop!
If you want to make your dog stop eating poop there are few simple methods you can implement to get the best results. Even though it's still a mystery why dogs get involved in this awful habit dog trainers around the world has managed to identify the most common reasons for dogs eating poop and
The Mysterious Kerry Blue Terrier
The Kerry Blue Terrier is one of the most mysterious breeds of terriers. This is because of the fact that even though the breed has been known by the Irish for at least 150 years, nobody really knows where they came from or how they were first bred. They are also coined as the Irish Blue Terrier.
How to Start a Dog on a Raw Diet
Starting a dog on a raw diet may seem overwhelming at first. However, switching from commercial dog food to raw food will provide your dog with a multitude of health benefits. Aside from better overall health, a raw-fed dog should experience cleaner teeth, a shinier coat, smaller stools, improved di
German Shepherd Dog Food Recipes
German shepherds live a very active life. Most of the time, it pays for a dog to have his doggone days to be filled with gourmet meals! Here are some german shepherd dog food recipes that your dog will truly love.
Helping Your Dog Beat the Heat
We're dealing with the hottest seasons right now and as a result, everyone is looking for ways to avoid the heat. For humans, this can be as simple as just heading to an air-conditioned movie or taking a cold shower, but for dogs it's not as easy. They're very much reliant on your hel
Common Materials Used in Making Dog Sweaters
Now that the cold months are just a few steps away in giving off harsh weather conditions, dog sweaters also have become essential pet clothing for many dog owners. Learn the most common materials used in making excellent dog sweaters.
Puppy Problems - Eliminating All Around the House
Watch out for signs of your puppy sniffing around in the corners of the rooms or round the table legs, it is probably looking for a nice spot to wee/eliminate in. If you suspect anything pick up your puppy and take it outside the house and wait patiently for it to do its thing, then pile on the prai