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  • Can You Really Train A Cat? Is It Worth The Trouble?  By : Niall Kennedy
    Cats are notoriously independent and have a mind of their own. Can you really teach a cat new tricks?
  • How To Stop Your Cat Scratching And Ruining Your Furniture  By : Niall Kennedy
    It's natural for cats to scratch but often it destroys your good furniture. Thankfully there are some things that you can do to relieve the problem.
  • Animal lovers are never lonely  By : Gamit Ana
    The people who disserve the most love and respect and which will never be lonely are the animal lovers. Having an animal pet for a friend means a lot of responsibility, but a lot of love also.
  • If You Seriously Want Your Cat To Be Happy and Healthy, You Must Help With Grooming  By : Niall Kennedy
    Although your cat may take the time to clean himself through licking his paws and face, he does still need you. Cats don't want to be dirty and they need you to help them stay clean.
  • At Last! Cat Litter Boxes Don't Have To Be Evil  By : Niall Kennedy
    There is nothing worse for cat or cat owner than a smelly litter box.
  • Dog Training Tips: Things I've Learned About Agility Dog Training  By : Melissa Buhmeyer
    Dog agility training is fun for both you and your pet and can greatly influence your dog's overall demeanor and response to even the most basic day to day commands. Get an insider's tips after 2 years of agility competition!
  • Introducing a New Kitten to Your Older Cat...  By : Larry Chamberlain
    So, you read somewhere that introducing a new kitten into your home could be great for your existing cat, for companionship. And you remember how much fun your cat was when she was a new kitten, and you would love to re-live those days.

    It is generally thought that cats thrive better with the company of another feline, especially cats confined indoors. But before you . . .
  • How To Train Your Dog Not To Chew  By : Jonathan Cheong
    Even though chewing is natural and healthy, that does not mean that the dog should be given carte blanche and allowed to chew everything in sight. It is vital for every dog to learn the difference between the things it is OK to chew on, like toys and ropes, and the things that are off limits...
  • It Is Possible To Give Your Cat A Bath, And Come Away Scratch Free  By : Niall Kennedy
    Although your cat doesn't realise it right now, after some tender loving care and a little shampoo, he will appreciate being bathed.
  • Jake The Border Collie Tells His Tales  By : Shirley
    Our superdog's biography is a lovely dog article and a continuation of his life so far!
  • Quick Ways To Teach Your Puppy To Climb Stairs And To Accept The Collar  By : Jonathan Cheong
    It is important for the puppy’s owner to slowly build the confidence of the dog, starting off at the bottom of the stairs. In general, a wide stairway will probably be less frightening to the puppy...
  • Learn The Strategies To Train Your Puppy To Accept The Collar And Lead  By : Jonathan Cheong
    Of course before you can teach your new puppy to accept a leash, he or she must first learn to accept wearing a collar. The first step is to choose a collar that fits the dog properly. It is important to measure the puppy’s neck, and to choose a collar size accordingly.
  • Camping with Your Dogs - Ten Commandments  By : julee
    Millions of families take their dogs camping every year, yet few take even the most basic preparations for their dogs safety and enjoyment. Learn the ten commandments to follow when camping or Rving with your dog.
  • Lyme Disease In Dogs Is A Serious Matter  By : LeeAnna
    Lyme disease is caused by an organism known as a spirochete, which is a coiled rod-shaped bacterium and named Borrelia burgdorferi. It is passed to dogs and people by deer ticks carrying the infection; the ticks get the infection from the white-footed mouse, which acts as a carrier. The only way a tick can transmit the bacteria is to remain attached to the animal's skin for one to two days. Unfortunately, these ticks are very small and easily can go unnoticed. Lyme disease in...
  • Coping with the loss of a pet.  By : Dave Watson
    Some people seem to be unsure or even embarrassed about the depth of grief and loss that they feel when a close pet dies.
    But the truth of the matter is that we form a very special bond with our pets, they become part of the family and we love and take care of them for many years.
  • Cats And Pills - Tablets.  By :
    Nearly everything alive becomes ill at some stage in its life, and pets are no exception. I have been very fortunate in that my two cats have been very healthy for most of their lives. Recently the oldest cat become ill and had to go to the vet. Unfortunately she was diagnosed with a form of cancer. The treatment options were pills or radiation 'therapy'. The radiation therapy was very expensive so that left the pills. Pills are fine for humans, but if you have ever tried to ...
  • Help Keep The Pet Population Under Control, And Your Cat Healthy - Neuter Your Kitten  By : Niall Kennedy
    It is essential that you take the time to really consider whether or not you should neuter your cat. Because there are so many strays and so few homes for them, it is wise to really take the time to make sure that if you are going to keep your pet natural that you should keep him from reproducing.
  • How Fast Will Your Cat Will Grow - The Important Stages In A Cat's Life  By : Niall Kennedy
    Just like having a child, it can be incredibly fulfilling bringing a kitten into your family and watching it grow up. It takes only a year for your cute little kitten to mature into a cat. It can seem hard to believe but it will happen fast. Being prepared is the goal here. So what are the key milestones for a young cat?
  • How To Stop Your Cat Scratching - Get Rid Of Those Fleas  By : Niall Kennedy
    If your cat has fleas or ticks, you need to take action. If they are scratching or have irritated skin, your cats need you to bring this problem under control because it can become a much larger problem if you do not.
  • Beyond Blackey & Smokey - 10 Great Ideas for Naming Black Dogs  By : Randal Breaux
    How can you look the dog in the eyes ever again? Every time you call his name, he wallows in shame. You’ve banished him to the lowest level of dog name hell - you’ve named your Lab "Blackey."
  • Pet Insurance – suss out the answers to 10 key questions  By : Michael Challiner
    Pet insurance has become the fastest growing form of insurance in the UK with over 220 policies on the market. Here are 10 key questions to ensure you get the right policy.
  • Living In Harmony Or At War? Having More Than One Cat In Your House  By : Niall Kennedy
    For those that love cats, having just one is never enough. Those who have more than one cat realize that this is a good thing not only for the cat owner, but also for the cats as well.
  • Groom Your Cat To Avoid Hairballs - Kitty Will Love You For It  By : Niall Kennedy
    As loving cat owners we hate to think that our beloved pets are feeling unwell.
  • Pit Bull Terrier Dog Training: Lessons From An Expert  By : Tim Amherst
    The number one, most basic dog training command is sit and come. Teaching your American Pit Bull Terrier these two commands is extremely important for him to learn. Both of these basic obedience training commands are used for many different reasons such as in competition or dog show and keeping him behaved when you have company. When walking your Pit Bull off leash, you expect him to come to you when called, not run around the park with you chasing after him shouting at him t...
  • Pit Bull Terrier Obedience Training: Clicker Training  By : Tim Amherst
    A very popular technique that is being used for Pit Bull terrier training is with the help of a "clicker". Clicker dog obedience training makes use of a small plastic box that has a metal button on top of it which makes a clicking sound once it is pressed. Clicker training is hit or miss, your Pit may react well and learn from it or he may decide otherwise. There have been a lot of success stories with clicker training.

    Canine training research has shown in many dog studie...
  • American Pit Bull Dog Obedience Training  By : Tim Amherst
    The Pit Bull terrier is an amazing dog and is extremely energetic and can certainly prove to be a handful if not properly trained. American Pit Bulls are extremely loyal and when a relationship is formed, it lasts forever. If you're a new Pit Bull owner, you really need to understand how demanding these dogs can be and realize that they need a lot of attention and training in order to recognize their full potential as pets. Pits are very intelligent dogs and this will work to...
  • Pit Bull Terrier Dog Agility Training  By : Tim Amherst
    Entertaining your American Pit Bull Terrier with dog agility training is an excellent activity that can be fun for both you and your Pit. It is something that both of you can do together that will strengthen the dog-owner bond.

    Pit Bull agility training is one of the more advanced types of dog training, but it is certainly quite enjoyable. Dog agility is an activity that has become very popular in England, Australia, and the United STates. It consists of a main event with ...
  • Pit Bull Terrier Puppy Training: Potty Train Your Dog  By : Tim Amherst
    Potty training your new American Pit Bull Terrier puppy is a necessary evil. Your dog needs to learn at an early age where to properly relieve himself. You can begin working with your pup at 8 weeks of age.

    Puppy potty training can sometimes prove to be a frustrating task. You must do the same routine every single day and it is important to give your puppy a lot of extra attention as this will make the house breaking process much easier. The house training process will tak...
  • Dog House Training - How To House Train Your Dog  By : John Clatts
    10 Tips That Will Help You To House Train Your Dog or Puppy
  • Pit Bull Terrier Crate Training  By : Tim Amherst
    Many people believe that crate training a dog is cruel and unusual punishment. Nothing could be further from the truth however. Most dogs find that having their own "space" is comforting and gives them a feeling of security.

    Before we talk more about crate training, I need to point out that it should never be used as a form of punishment. Also, a crate is not a substitute for spending time with your dog and don't ever fall into the trap of leaving your Pit in his crate for...

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