How NOT To Train Your Dog
Most dog owners sincerely want to train their dog well. But an almost equal number will underestimate the time and effort it takes to do so. The result is frequently a common set of mistakes that can be, with more or less effort, avoided. Dogs are not furry children. Though the average mature dog has [...]
Tips for Large and Small Dogs
No project, apart from raising a child, requires more patience than dog training. All breeds have different attributes that present challenges. Some are intelligent, but boisterous and easily distracted. Some are eager to please, but dim-witted. But special considerations are required for size. Small dogs are easily transported, providing more choices for a training area [...]
Cats
Cat Vaccinations – Protecting Your Cat
One of the most important things you can do for your cat is to be sure its health is protected. Cat vaccinations can protect your cat from many common cat ailments. You should begin vaccinating your kitten when he is six to eight weeks old. Before this time, his mother’s antibodies have been protecting him [...]
Cat Litter Boxes
For most cat owners, one of the biggest drawbacks of owning a cat is the dreaded cat litter box. Few people like to clean litter boxes. After all, they aren’t just smelly. Litter can be quite dusty and people that change litter boxes are more susceptible to some cat diseases that can be caught by [...]
Common Cat Health Problems
If you’ve never owned a cat before, you may not realize that cats can suffer from quite a few different health problems. Some of these problems are easily preventable, while others are hereditary. One of the most common cat health problems is the hairball. Cats groom themselves constantly with their tongues. The loose hair comes [...]
Buying a Cat – Are You Ready?
So,you’ve decided that you want to have a pet cat. However, before you shop for your kitten, you may need to consider a few important things. After all, finding out that a cat is not for you after you’ve already grown attached can be heart breaking. The main reason that people have to find their [...]
Birds
Cockatoos
You took one look at that big, fluffy cockatoo and knew you had to have one of your own. Those chocolate brown eyes sparkling with intelligence and the way the bird cuddled up to its owner have convinced you that cockatoos are the only bird for you. Nothing anyone can say will stop you from [...]
About Pionus Parrots
So, you want a parrot, but you’re concerned about all of the stories you’ve heard about aggressive, moody birds. Isn’t there a mild mannered, quiet parrot out there? Well, while each bird is an individual, overall the Pionus parrot is a sweet natured bird. Some Pionus species are a bit loud, but even those birds [...]
About Macaws
One of the biggest and brightest parrots is the macaw. The largest macaws are so big that their beaks are longer than a man’s hand. These vibrant, powerful birds are not a good choice for the beginning bird fancier. However, if you are a new bird owner and really want to own a macaw, there [...]
Bird Safety
Despite the fact that some of them can outlive their owners, birds are more fragile than many other types of animals. In fact, miners used this weakness to stay safe underground. They often carried a canary with them because they knew these birds were so sensitive that the canary would die if the air in [...]
Recipes & Food Tips For Pets
Dinner for kittens
A meal for kittens
Ingredients
1/2 A Carrot
Catfood
Milk
1 Egg
Directions
First boil a half carrot when it is soft cut into small pieces then grab a hand full of catfood and add milk and 1 egg into bowl of catfood. (do not put carrots with milk and catfood) Stir till mixed and then add carrots.
Doggie Birthday Cake
A cake for you dog
Ingredients
1 lb Ground beef extra lean
1 C Oatmeal
1/2 C Cracker crumbs
Directions
1.Using electric mixer, blend all items together until completely blended.
2.Pour into an oblong cake pan sprayed with non-stick spray.
3. Bake in oven at 350 for 25- 35 minutes.
4. Allow to cool.
5. Carefully invert on to plate and frost with non-fat sour cream or imitation potato topping.
6. Store leftovers in refrigerator.
