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Pets, Your Kids, and Things To Consider

Kids and Pets are a great combination. Many adults fondly remember their first childhood pet, and it can set them up for a lifetime of animal companionship. Yet pets can also present certain dangers to children, who may not know enough to keep themselves safe.

Body Language - Your Dog and You

Dogs can't speak, have no hands or fingers to gesture, but they have a language all their own that every other dog understands. We as guardians can watch the parts of their bodies they communicate with to determine how they feel about the world around them in the moment. Not as refined as a hum

Puppy Training - Why Bother?

Puppy training serves to form a strong bond between a dog and his or her owner. It builds communication, mutual respect and understanding, and quietly although effectively demonstrates to your dog that you're the boss.

ECP Injection Side Effects in Canines

Because of the health risks, few veterinarians give ECP to dogs now.Sky image by Titus from Fotolia.comVeterinarians have used estradiol cypionate (ECP) injections to treat such things as benign anal tumors in elderly male dogs, urinary incontinence in spayed female dogs, and even to...

Recipes for Homemade Dog Food - Tips for Preparing Your Dog Food

Most commercial dog foods are full of allergens, toxins, carcinogens and the ingredients are a poor source of nutrition; therefore making your own dog food remains the surest way to guarantee what goes into your dog's diet and the starting point is knowing the recipes for making your homemade d

How to Trim the Beak on a Land Turtle

Like the teeth of rodents, turtle beaks continue to grow throughout the animal's lifetime. As they have no teeth, this characteristic allows them to continue grinding food efficiently as they age. In the wild, turtles have to rely on their diets and environment to keep their beaks from becoming over

Do You Have A Dog First Aid Kit Prepared?

Every year millions of dogs are taken in for emergency veterinarian treatment for things that could easily be treated at home.By being prepared with a dog first aid kit, you can save both you and your dog a lot of stress if an emergency ever arises.

Estrela Mountain Dog - Dog Breeds

This breed is a natural guardian; and very devoted and loving companions to their families. They are well known for their vigilant behaviour and natural guarding skills. The Estrela Mountain Dog is both independent and submissive when properly trained and socialised.

Tired of Hearing Dogs Barking?

An amazing tiny device effectively stops dogs from barking. Bark off is a safe and efficient method designed to distract dogs so they stop barking immediately.

How to Make a Cheap Indestructible Dog Bed

Many people go out and buy their dogs a nice comfortable dog bed. They are quickly dismayed to see the dog chewing the bed and or bed cushions to pieces. Some types of dog beds are much more durable than others - here is what we did!

Teach Your Dog New Tricks With an Indestructible Dog Toy

Train your dog can be fun and easy using a unique indestructible dog toy. Knowing how is the key. Start with the end result in mind and stay focused on the desired behavior. You must have patients and understanding of what you canine pal wants.

Kidney Diet Food for Dogs

Dogs aren't that different from humans. Their kidneys work hard, just like ours, to cleanse the bloodstream of dangerous waste. Kidneys also balance and metabolize salt, calcium and phosphorus. As if that weren't enough, the dog's kidneys produce hormones encouraging red blood cell production; they

How to Have a Dog-Friendly Garden

There are dangers to your dog lurking in every corner of your garden.Find out what these are, how they're harmful to your dog, and what you can do to have a 'dog friendly garden'.

Training English Bulldog Puppies

GroomingIt is vitally important to get an English bulldog used to being groomed as soon as possible, because they are not able to clean their own faces. Because of their folded skin and squat face, Dog Owner's Home Veterinary Handbook says they are especially prone to contracting skin...

How to Make a Vibrating Dog Collar

Build a dog collar that has a switch to activate it every time your dog makes a loud-enough noise. When the collar is activated, the dog becomes distracted by a buzzer made from two pager motors. These motors are most effective when positioned near the throat of the dog. Make sure to test the device

Baking Your Own Homemade Dog Treats

Baking your own homemade dog treats isnt as difficult as you might think. Many dog owners believe that store bought dog treats are the only option for when they want to reward their canine companion with a delicious treat.

How to Boost a Dog's Energy Levels Quickly and Naturally

Why boost a dog's energy levels? It may sound unnecessary but dogs need proper energy to repair damage and ensure good health, just like human's do. If your dog is becoming less active and showing decreased vitality then his health could be in danger. In this article, you'll learn how

Dog Litter Box Training Will Liberate Your Schedule

Can you "hold it" all day long? This is what you ask your dog to do when you cannot be there to let her out to relieve herself. Teaching your dog to use a litter box not only benefits your dog, but also helps you, too. Here's how...