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Tips for Pet Digital Photography Dilemmas (29 Apr 2007) Tips for Pet Digital Photography Dilemmas Pets are a member of the family, so it's natural to include them in all sorts of family activities, even family portraits. As with any family member, it can be frustrating after capturing what you perceived t...
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 ...
Hero Pets (28 Apr 2007) The storybooks abound with tales of heroic pets, and the amazing deeds they performed to save their masters from danger, or protect innocent children from harm. The classic TV series Lassie featured the classic "heroic" family dog, seemingly saving disast...
Fleas: Unwelcome Guests For Your Pets (28 Apr 2007) Our pets can bring many great things into our lives: fun, loyalty, affection, companionship and much more. Unfortunately, one other thing they can bring in with them is the less pleasant companion of fleas. No matter how well you care for your pet and how...
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...
Choosing Your Dog's Name (27 Apr 2007) Because dog confusion is a major obstacle to training success, what you name your dog and how you use that name can determine your success in his training and behavior. Dogs are vocal, not verbal. How words sound is important to them, so con...
Make Your Dog Roll in Ecstacy By Rubbing It's Belly (27 Apr 2007) Where is the place on a dog where you can rub and it will curl up in ecstasy? The belly, of course! Dogs adored being rubbed on the tummies, and they can even be put to sleep that way. I have personally put my Chihuahuas to sleep by rubbing their bellies ...
Ordering Pet Diabetic Supplies online has never been easier (27 Apr 2007) Someone that owns a pet with diabetes can get that pet diabetic supplies from online sellers. All pet owners care deeply for their pets and health is a major priority. Managing a pets illness is not a reason to go broke, above all diabetes, since sellers...
Free 6 Day Mini Course on Aggressive Dog Behavior (26 Apr 2007) Lets face it, most of us that get a puppy have no clue on how to train that puppy to grow up to be a good, obedient dog. We get a puppy that's all cute and cuddly then suddenly they are a big dog that runs from us and jumps and barks at anything and e...
Train Your Pet And You Will Enjoy Your Pet (26 Apr 2007) Pet owners are very loyal to their pets and there is nothing a pet owner will do to make sure their pet lives long and is healthy. Instead of buying a more than one puppy it is better to purchase a single puppy this way the puppy will have a better chance...
First Steps in Dog Training - Praise and Correction (26 Apr 2007) If you are reading this article, you are either living with, or thinking of living with, an unruly dog or puppy. You can't properly live with a dog unless you give it some basic training. An untrained dog is a recipe for disaster. And you can't blame t...
Are Vitamin Supplements for Your Pregnant Dog Necessary? (25 Apr 2007) Are vitamin and mineral supplements that necessary for your pregnant dog? Yes. Besides a balanced and healthy diet, pregnant dogs that are into their fourth week of pregnancy need more vitamins and minerals in their system. Also, a balanced di-calcium pho...
On Joining an Exotic Pet Auction (25 Apr 2007) Do you intend to go to an auction to buy an exotic pet? That could be a wise move, because for sure, you are going to see lots of wonderful species there. If you have gone to one before, the proceedings should be familiar to you. But if it is going to...
Is Your Dog or Cat Taking In Any Vitamin Supplements Right Now? (25 Apr 2007) Just like humans, animals just like dogs, cats and many pets need a balanced diet with proteins, carbohydrates, fats and water, just like humans do. However, these are only the starting point for a healthy diet. Pets also need vitamins and minerals to kee...
2 Steps To Crate Training Your Puppy (23 Apr 2007) If you are reading this, you have probably heard of crate training and want to know how to crate train your puppy. It is actually quite easy and your puppy will appreciate it. Dogs like the security and safety that a "den" provides and the crate serves as...
Time-Tested Tips On Behavior Dog Training (23 Apr 2007) Having a well behaved, well mannered dog is a great joy and pleasure. While some dogs seem to "naturally" behave themselves and have a good disposition. Others need help. They need behavior dog training. Here are four time-tested tips for behavior dog...
Understanding Dog Food Ingredients (23 Apr 2007) In this time of uncertainty, as pet owners we must educate ourselves on the quality of food and the ingredients that make up that food. Manufacturers must realize that as consumers we expect premium and nothing less for our pets. A healthy diet alon...
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Are Your Pets Part Of Your Family? (22 Apr 2007) Our household consists of two sons with furry coats and four legs each. Is this unusual? Not in a majority of homes that have pets. Pets are considered family members and are treated as such. Not only do we provide the basic necessities for our belove...
