Some people see pugs as cute little furry creatures while others consider them hideous dogs. Whatever the case, pugs are wonderful and smart canines that are great as house pets. However, like all dogs, pugs will develop certain undesirable aromas when not bathed and groomed regularly. Most pug owners will tell you that getting a …
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How To Use Clicker Training for Puppies
Compared to dogs, puppies are easier to train however they are more stubborn. Clicker training is one method to train puppies. Follow the steps below to train your puppies using the clicker method. Buy a clicker. There are many clickers available in pet stores. Choose one that is not too loud or too soft. Choose …
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How To Avoid Common Mistakes when Raising a Puppy
Raising a puppy can be fun and challenging. Still, there are many things you should know before attempting to bring a new family member into the home. First, research the breed. Large dogs such as Labradors or Shepherds need lots of space. They tend to spend much of their time outdoors. If opting for the …
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How To Grow Catnip
Native to North America, this perennial can grow up to four feet high. The light green foliage is covered in a velvety down and produces small white or lavender flowers. Nepeta cataria is a member of the mint family and produces a strong lemony-mint fragrance found attractive to cats, bees, butterflies and some birds. Leaves …
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How To Assist with a Puppy Birth
Assisting with a puppy birth allows you to participate in an important event in your dog’s and new puppy’s life. Though dogs normally give birth on their own, it is helpful if you assist with the birth, especially if your dog has experienced difficulties during past deliveries. Know the approximate date when the dog gives …
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How To Help Your Pet Cope with the Loss of Another Pet
Coping with the death of a beloved pet is very difficult for all of us, requiring lengthy sessions of grieving, feelings of emptiness and not just a few tears. But we often forget that the struggle is also difficult for a surviving pet who has lost a companion. Even if your pets did not seem …
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How To Use Breed Characteristics of Beagles
The adorable beagle breed is a medium sized dog that was first bred as hunting dogs for the European royalty. Beagles have a lot of positive traits to them like sociability, easy to groom, and big expressive eyes. Below are a few traits that are inherent to beagles that should be taken note of when …
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How To Apply Spot Flea and Tick Liquid on Dogs
According to statistics in the US alone, 70% of people own dogs and about 73% of the world’s people are dog owners. Dogs are the best pet companions one can have. Besides being a loyal friend and protector, he can give unconditional love. A dog is a proven stress reliever, making him a good diversion …
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How To Give a Pet as a Gift
Many people purchase pets as gifts with good intentions only to discover their new pet takes more time and care than anticipated or the recipient isn’t as thrilled as they’d hoped. Caged animals need daily handling to become loving members of the family. Puppies and kittens left in unfamiliar surroundings may get into more trouble …
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How To Adopt a Yorkie
You want to adopt a Yorkie. You’re now overwhelmed about where to even start your look. Or maybe you have looked, but still feel lost. There are so many different choices that you have when you want to adopt. You might start with the local shelter, or pound. You most likely won’t find what you …
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