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  • "Animal Chaplains To Honor and Bless All Creatures on World Animal Day"  By : Animal Chaplain
    Animal Chaplains and animal lovers will bless and honor the world's creatures on World Animal Day, October 04, 2007. October 04 is also the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, a Catholic holiday celebrated traditionally by blessing animals. Volunteers will work in animal shelters, animal rescues, zoos, and pet shops. The Interfaith Association of Animal Chaplains believes the event will educate the public about caring for and respecting animals, an ethic that is taught in every major world faith.
  • "Attention Dog Owners: The Undercoats Are Coming Out"  By : 1success
    Are You Ready Before It's Too Late To Have To Shave Down Your Dog's Coat Of Hair. Before The Christmas Season Of Grooming Sneaks Up Upon Us
  • "Chihuahua Puppy Training Made EASY & FAST In 5 Steps!"  By : Al Bullington
    Learn to train your chihuahua puppy the gentle and patient way.
  • "Daddy, Can I Have A Puppy?"  By : Adam Johnes
    Sooner or later, every parent is likely to hear: Please, can I have a puppy?" Rather than dodge the question, parents should consider whether their family is ready for a pet.
  • "Oliver" the pony  By : L.W.G.
    A short story about "oliver" the pony and his young rider at Beland Farm.
  • "Stay" means stay!  By : Hope Saidel
    Stay is one of the commands that can save your dog's life. Any dog can learn it, any owner can teach it.
  • "Thanks for the Memories", A Pet Partner's Story  By : Marilyn Swan
    The room was dimly lit and the only sound was that of a breathing machine.
    I tapped on the door and gently pushed it open seeing an elderly man sitting quietly by the bed looking tenderly at the woman lying in it. Maybe a visit would cheer him. You see, me and my dog Olliver-a175 lb. Great Dane-are a pet partner team and we volunteer at the local hospital...
  • #1 Way For Your Saltwater Aquarium Setup – Choosing A Tank  By : Sam Weston -
    Following on from our introduction to saltwater aquariums this segment is designed to give you some idea of a typical saltwater aquarium setup.

    The type of saltwater aquarium setup you choose depends on a few factors. For example, the kinds of species you want to stock, the space you have available, and your budget. In general you will want to buy the biggest saltwater aquarium setup you can afford that will fit nicely into your living environment.

    This is so that your ...
  • 'Black Collar' Affair Honors Canine Heroes  By : Rudolph Rodriguez
    In a "black collar" ceremony in New York City, professionally trained service dogs were honored for their contributions to the community through the Pedigree Paws to Recognize program, an annual tribute to canine heroes.
  • 'On Trust' & 'Paid For': One of the Oldest Dog Tricks that Never Fail to Entertain  By : Moses Chia
    “On Trust” & “Paid For” for are one of the oldest dog tricks that afford as much entertainment as anything a dog can do since the early 1900s. It is not the easiest trick to be taught but can be elaborated on and presented in several different forms to impress most people...
  • 'Senior' Dog Food - How Important Is It?  By : Kay Stevens -
    Like us, a dog's requirements changes as he nears middle age. If you are 50 plus, then you will realise that your dietary requirements are different to when you where in your teens. This is the same for dogs. As a rule of thumb, a dog who is 7 years old is really 50 years old in dog years.

    These days, with the higher quality of veterinary care and nutrition available, our pets are living longer which is great. However, the down-side of this is that they are at a higher ris...
  • 'Sit Up' Buddy: Training Your Dog To Sit Like You  By : Moses Chia
    The trick of “sitting up” is easily taught to small dogs, but should try not be included in a big dog’s education, as it is difficult for them to preserve their balance.

    The training of sitting up is one of the first tricks to teach and forms the groundwork for many other dog tricks. To train a dog to sit up, prepare some treats as a reward, and set your dog on his haunches in a corner, so that he cannot fall either backward or sideways and has very little or no space to lose balance...
  • 1,000 Safe, Natural, And Effective Veterinary Secrets To Healing Your Pet  By : Ryan Stone
    Most people do not know how to treat their pets when their pets needs them most
  • 10 Do's and Don'ts of Litter Training Kittens  By : Katherin Towers
    If you do not want your kitten to make a mess around the house, then you are responsible for litter training your kitten. The procedure is not difficult, but even with your best intentions it can be easy to go astray. You need to be persistent and patient, and you also need to know the do's and don'ts. Read on and find out 10 secrets to litter training your kitten.
  • 10 helpful tips BEFORE you get a dog  By : Debbie L. Ray
    There are several points to consider whenever you are choosing a dog for you or your family. You want to match your new pet to you and your family and to your overall needs as closely as possible. If you don't take the time to plan a bit ahead of time right now, you may regret it in the future. Your job is to find the right dog breed to match your personality, activity level and lifestyle.
  • 10 Important Tips to Travel with your Dog  By : John Vanderbeck
    Most dogs love to go on an adventure, and traveling with their owners makes it even more fun for everyone! It is in their nature to explore new places and meet new people. However, often traveling with your dog can be difficult. There is the problem of housing and transportation for the dog first and foremost, but even once you get past that issue others arise such as dealing with your dogs mess on the trip and more.
  • 10 Lessons to Survive the Horse Show Circuit  By : Kathy Keeley
    Traveling the horse show circuit can be quite an adventure, especially when you're traveling with your daughter. Below are 10 "school of hard knock" lessons we've learned along the way:
  • 10 Most Important Tips To Training Your Puppies  By : paul wilson1
    All of us dream of parenting the perfect dog, a pup that is a CGC or canine good citizen and is well behaved and dependable at all times. Well dreams do come true if the training is done with care and dedication. Remember pups learn from day one and need to be taught what is right, what is wrong, and proper socialization.
  • 10 Nutritional Facts About Your Dog  By : Randy Jones -
    Just like the food it eats, a dog can be considered in terms of raw materials. In the same way, a diet can be considered in terms of various nutritional components. A set of guidelines for manufacturers of dog foods has been assembled by the N.R.C. (National Research Council). The requirements for growing puppies are double those for adult dogs.

    Protein is contained in all animal tissue at a relatively high level, and your dog needs a continual supply of protein in its die...
  • 10 Of The Biggest Dog Killers In Your Home  By : Colin Philips -
    Dogs are very curious animals and as omnivores and natural scavengers, can get into and eat just about anything. However, there are many toxic substances found in your home that could potentially kill your dog. The following is a list of ten common household substances that you should make sure to keep out of your dog’s reach.

    1) Antifreeze: Many people do not realize it, but common antifreeze kills many pets each year. It smells and tastes very sweet to your dog and is ve...
  • 10 Questions To Ask Before Buying Pet Insurance  By : Alex Krooglik -
    There are at least a half dozen pet insurance companies in the United States and each one offers different coverage and different options. How is today's pet parent supposed to navigate their way around all these choices?

    These nine questions are designed to give you a headstart and save you time. As you learn more you will no doubt think of other questions too.

    1. Does the pet insurance company give you a choice of deductibles, maximums, and copays? This is important b...
  • 10 tips for new puppy owner  By : Anbhu Selvan
    Here are the 10 of our best casual tips for any new puppy owners. Take your puppy for a short walk daily. Exploring the world collectively is a great way to expose your puppy to new experiences. But remember: they tucker-out simply, so don't overdo.
  • 10 Tips to Keep Your Dog Healthy and Happy For the Long Haul  By : Derek Williams
    This article includes 10 tips to optimizing your dog’s health which include: taking care of his nutritional needs, exercising him, performing wellness checks, adopting weight control measures, monitoring his environment, providing mental stimulation, neutering/spaying, and keeping him vaccinated.
  • 10 Unusual Dog Breeds to Consider if You're Flipping Your Home  By : Josh Sloan
    There are some lesser-known breeds of dog that can be of help to you when you want doggish companionship without the mess and bother of vacuuming every 9 seconds before a house showing.
  • 10 Ways Horses Build Character in Children  By : Sean Russell
    Horses are large and intimidating, so naturally it takes a lot of confidence to be able to control one. Letting a child handle a gentle horse will do wonders for their confidence.
  • 10 Ways to Care for Your Dog  By : Martin Davis
    Unlike cats, dogs require much more of your attention. Certainly dogs are animals which when treated right will give their love unconditionally to those around them.
  • 10 Ways to Keep your Dog Healthy, Young and Energetic  By : gamerentalguide
    Great Ways to Keep your Dog Healthy and Young
  • 10-Week Basic Dog Obedience Training Formula  By : Joanneqpk
    A 10-week easy to follow formula that can be adopted and applied by any owner to training their dog.
  • 11 Preventive Care Tips for a Healthy and Happy Beloved Dog  By : Trevor Price
    Pet treatment goes beyond countering a particular disease or health problem - it's about preventive care and ensuring your dog enjoys a long and happy life.
  • 12 Mistakes People Make With Their Birds  By : Kai Jordan
    Mistakes people make with their pet birds that could lead to biting and other less than desirable behaviors.

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