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The Keys To Understanding Your Dog (22 Apr 2007) You do not have to look very far to determine that the old saying about a dog being a man's (or woman's) best friend is right on. Dogs provide a great companion and they only want your attention in return. Some dogs require a bit more attention than oth...
The Love of a Pet Owner (16 Jun 2007) You've received the forwarded e-mails, I'm sure. The ones with the adorable and funny animal pictures - the cat flushing the toilet, the dog wearing sunglasses and the bird wearing mother's jewels. There is no doubt that we are entertained by su...
The Missing Link to GI Health in Humans and Animals (13 Apr 2007) Like most break through discoveries, "The Missing Link" to GI Health wasn't so much intentional as it was the result of a research scientist's keen mind examining disparate soil vitality studies and animal eating habit studies done over decades. ...
The Most Annoying Cat Behavior - Urine Spraying (11 Feb 2007) Cat spraying urine in the house is one of the most annoying and frustrating cat behavior problem. Constant urine smell is pretty hard to tolerate and sadly but not surprisingly, some cats will have to take a one way trip to the shelter. However, as wi...
The Most Privileged Pets (29 Apr 2007) While most people are content treating their pets to the occasional plate of "people food" on special occasions, or perhaps going so far as to give Fido his own Christmas stocking full of doggie treats, some pets are pampered more than many people pamper ...
The Myth of 100% Complete Pet Food (14 Mar 2006) Every day, people by the millions pour food from a package into their pet's bowl. Day in and day out, meal after meal, pets get the same fare. This strange phenomenon is widely practiced by loving pet owners who believe they are doing the right thing. .......
The Number 1 Dog Tip For Training (28 Apr 2007) Here it is - the number 1 dog tip for training is for you to have the right attitude. Now before you stop reading, consider that all dog training begins with you. If you do not have the right attitude, your dog training is going to be a bust from the star...
The Perfect Pet For You (21 Jan 2006) Animals are such agreeable friends - they ask no questions, they pass no criticisms. ~George Eliot There is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face. ~Bern Williams Is it that time? Your child has started begging for a pet? Or m.......
The Pet Cage (15 Oct 2006) Placing animals in cages is generally considered to be a cruel thing, but many people who do not own pets do not know that some animals do not suffer as a direct result of living in a cage, or spendi...
The Pet Food Ingredient Game (14 Mar 2006) About 25 years ago I began formulating pet foods at a time when the entire pet food industry seemed quagmire and focused on such things as protein and fat percentages without any real regard for ingredients. Since boot leather and soap could make a pet fo.......
The Poodle, No Ordinary Dog (19 Oct 2007) AHHHHH! The Poodle. As an owner and breeder of Poodles I can tell you these are not your ordinary dogs. The Poodle is very intelligent, possibly the most intelligent breed. The breed originated in Germany, but have been raised in France for centuries. Thu...
The Process of Dog Training for the Blind (12 Sep 2007) We have all seen guide dogs at work with their owners, and most of us are duly impressed by the amount of dedication, work and focus that this animal exhibits. These dogs can help those with physical challenges live life to the fullest, whether it is gett...
The Pros and Cons of Owning a Persian Cat (28 Oct 2006) Persian cats have always been a favorite breed with cat owners. They make wonderful pets and have their good points and bad points. On the Pro list, they are very beautiful to look at and generally...
The Pug - Little Dog in Charge (15 May 2006) Small and spunky, the pug dates back over 2000 years. Their story is rich in history and they have been favorite subjects for many painters. They weigh between 14-18 pounds and are 10 inches to 14 inches in height. They are known as Mops in Germany and.......
The Reason The Dog Evolved So Rapidly Into A New Species (27 Sep 2007) The preeminent evolutionist Charles Darwin postulated that evolution took place gradually, pacing along slowly across the thread of time covering the span of multiple generations. At its most basic evolutionary change occurs as a response to environmental...
The Rewards of Keeping your Pet Safe (23 Jun 2006) I compose this article with a somber heart. I had to say farewell to a beloved pet who encountered a violent death. A few years back, I personally experienced the anguish and heartache of losing a pet from lack of implementing safety issues. "I saw her r.......
The Right Information Is the Key To Effective Dog Training - Dogproblems.com Reviewed (13 Aug 2007) You may be surprised to know that dog training or how to train your dog or puppy is one of the most searched for phrases on the internet. This makes complete sense as the key to effective dog training isn't a product like a special food or machine, its ...
The Secret Behind Better Health and Pet Ownership (09 Jan 2006) An interesting review of studies in the British Medical Journal may shed some light on why pet ownership is beneficial to human health.Decades of ResearchMany years of research has shown that pet ownership can result in benefits such as:<U.......
The Secret to Potty Training Your Teacup Puppy (05 Oct 2007) Teacup puppies are adorable creatures, but when they start pooping and urinating all over your furniture, they won't be cute no more. To keep them from becoming your worst nightmare, you should take time for potty training. As soon as you bring home you...
