Your Dogs Emotions - Things Every Dog Owner Should Know
Your dog is more similar to you in their emotions than in their mentality. Some of their emotional reactions are so much like ours, that we tend to humanize them. The dogs emotions are visibly expressed in his eyes and face, his ear and tail movements, his posture, and general behavior. Sometimes they are vocally expressed as well.
Saturday, 14th January 2006
Your Dogs Health - Your Guide to Accidental Poisoning
There are numerous poisonous substances that can be fatal to dogs and cats, but accidental poisoning can be avoided in most cases if we remember to keep as many of these substances out of reach of our pets. If you suspect that your dog or cat has been poisoned take a moment to try and retrace their movements to detect what type of poison they were exposed to, and then get the animal to the veterinarian at once.
Wednesday, 11th January 2006
Your Dogs Nutrition 101
Dogs have specific nutritional needs, but most pet owners do not realize that all dogs and most pet foods are not alike. Many commercial dog food brands are lacking in key nutrients, so reading the labels is a must. Price and brand names are not good gages of quality when it comes to food.
Monday, 9th January 2006
Proper Diet For Your Dog
The dietary regimen is an important aspect of survival. The objective of dietary management is to meet the basic nutritional requirements of the individual with proper proportions of protein, carbohydrates, and fat in a well-balanced diet that will promote optimal body weight.
Monday, 26th December 2005
Beware Of The Holiday Goodies That Are Not So Great For Your Pet's Health
The holidays mean plenty of fatty treats for most people. Who can resist …... candy, cookies, fudge, egg nog, pumpkin pie, not to mention the home cooked meals and family togetherness? It’s part of the spirit of the season. While we may not be able to resist the urge to overindulge ourselves, we can and should resist the urge to overindulge our pets.
Friday, 23rd December 2005
Tips For Buying Dog Food
It is not enough for dogs to have a full stomach after every meal. Besides a non-sedentary lifestyle, pets need proper nutrition in order to be healthy, happy and their coats soft and glossy. The cost of dog food and its brand is only important if dogs can read or pay for his meal. The easiest and best way to find out which food is best for man's best friend is to observe how their response is to the chow they take in.
Thursday, 22nd December 2005
Preventing Your Dog From Catching Diseases
Like any other pet, dogs, if not properly cared and maintained, could get diseases. Here are some parasites that cause dog diseases.
Monday, 19th December 2005
Natural Flea Remedies for Dogs
While companies boast the effectiveness of traditional flea control methods for dogs, some reports indicate that they can be toxic, and in some cases cause hot spots, allergies, and compromised immune function. In rarer cases, these methods have been fatal. As a result, more and more owners are looking to find safe and effective alternatives to flea shampoos, powders, collars, and the like. The following may help reduce the incidence of fleas for your dog.
Sunday, 18th December 2005
Dog Pregnancy Tips
Breeding dogs is an exciting experience. From the time a proper mate is found to the point that the puppies are born, it is crucial to take careful steps to make this successful.
Friday, 9th December 2005
How to Choose a Dog Walker that is Right for Your Dog
If you are like most working Americans you are low on time and high on tasks. You might put in long hours at the office. This shortens the amount of time you spend engaging in dog walking with your best canine friend every day.
Tuesday, 29th November 2005
The Importance of Getting a Dog Bed
Investing on a good quality dog bed is one of the more important things a dog owner can do for their dog. A lot of people assume that getting a dog bed is an indulgence or a luxury. A good dog bed is far from that. Your dog needs a warm, supportive bed in just the same way that you do.
Monday, 28th November 2005
Small Dogs Require Extra Care During the Holiday Season
The Holiday season is a time of joy and celebration. To keep it that way for everyone, people with small dogs should take some common-sense precautions. Especially now, when tiny dogs are increasingly popular, families need to stay aware of their special needs.
Thursday, 24th November 2005
Can I Give My Dog The Flu?
Everyone seems on edge about the latest outbreak of avian flu. People in China are told to kill their poultry in order to keep the virus from spreading. Meanwhile people in the United States watch on in fear that the avian flu will come to their shores.
Tuesday, 22nd November 2005
8 Ways to Control Dog Fleas
There are numerous products that will kill adult fleas on your dog. However, they vary in the duration of their effects.
Monday, 21st November 2005
How To Choose The Right Vet For Your Dog!!
When one takes a moment to think about it --- perhaps the most difficult and agonizing decision to be made on behalf of your Dog is choosing a vet.
Thursday, 10th November 2005