Obedience training for your dog should never be considered optional. Just as you would teach your child good manners so he or she could behave properly in society, you should also teach your dog good manners and that’s where some basic dog training commands come into the picture. Whether you choose to attend formal obedience…
The canine eye is a very complex structure. The inside of the eye is divided into two halves. The anterior chamber at the front is filled with a fluid called aqueous humor and the posterior chamber towards the back is filled with a jelly-like substance. The two halves are separated by the iris, pigmented tissue…
Ever tried to nail pudding to a tree? That’s about what successfully training a cat would be like. Cats pride themselves in their independence, and the training of a cat usually ends in a successfully trained human owner who acts exactly like the cat planned all along. That said, there are a few “subtle” maneuvers…
Four types of intestinal parasites are responsible for most worm infestations in dogs: roundworms, hookworms, whipworms, and tapeworms. Puppies most commonly get roundworms and/or hookworms. They usually acquire these parasites from their mother, either while they are still in utero or through drinking milk that contains worm larvae. Parasitized dogs also contaminate soils when they…
Many first time puppy owners, as well as experienced dog people, ask the same questions: Teaching the Basics – How do I Train my Puppy There are a couple of hard and fast rules when it comes to training a puppy. The most important rule of all of them is to never, ever use any…
You bought a puppy from a breeder and now you have questions about registering your puppy. For instance, should the paperwork already be done? How do you register purebred puppies with the AKC? We’ll answer those questions for you here. What you should get from the breeder When you buy a purebred puppy from a…
Supplements for cats are fairly commonplace these days, and you will hear plenty of manufacturers say they are crucial for your pet to achieve optimum health. Is this really true, however? Does a well-fed and looked-after cat suffer from not receiving added supplements? The supplements available are numerous. Some offer one essential ingredient for a…
If you’re reading this article, it is probably because you are thinking about buying a cat. Whether you are a first-time potential pet owner, or you are considering adding another pet to your home, there are many things to consider before taking this step. Some people make the mistake of entering lightly into the commitment…
Introducing a dog to a cat’s home is deemed a process at all times. Although you think your cat gets along with everyone and everything, it is by nature of both of the animals that you will have to gradually acquaint both the cat and the dog. In these steps, you will learn how each…
Just like us, aging cats can succumb to all manner of aches, pains, and ailments. Looking back now, I now realize my parents’ Russian Blue was not just an over-the-hill cat. Five years ago, I remember its aimless wonderings in the garden, the sad look on its face, and the endless snoozing on the sofa….
The Ratter turned Companion – bold, courageous, active, and alert lapdog History and Origin of the Yorkshire Terrier Originally bred to catch rats in clothing mills in nineteenth century Yorkshire, Yorkies are a big dog in a diminutive package. Like many of the terrier family, they were owned by the working class and kept as…
There are a few considerations to take into account when you are selecting a cat dish for both water and food. The first thought to have is regarding the size. If you have more than one cat, you need to think about whether you are going to have one large bowl for sharing or one…