Having a dog that marks in the house is a real hassle. Not only is it annoying and embarrassing, but it is also a symptom of deeper communication problems between owner and dog. Fixing a dog that marks in the house is a very simple concept to understand. The application, however, can be a bit …
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How To Prevent Pets From Chewing on Electrical Cords
It’s a fact, dogs like to chew. They will chew on almost anything at any time. Needless to say, this is not a favorable behavioral characteristic when it is coupled with the furniture or shoes. However, dogs’ tendency to chew can actually be harmful to them, even fatal, if the chewing occurs on electrical cords. …
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How To Prevent Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
Hip dysplasia affects numerous dogs, it is heartbreaking for owners to witness their once agile, loyal chum beginning to wobble and struggle on their hind legs. There may not be an actual ‘cure’ for hip dysplasia in dogs but there are certain preventative measures that can be taken. Hip dysplasia means ‘badly formed hip.’ Positioned …
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How To Choose a Cat Sitter
Every cat owner knows how fussy cats can get when you need to leave them, even for a few days. Finding a cat sitter you and they feel comfortable with is crucial, and it can be the start of a long-term business relationship. Be aware that good pet sitters can be booked for months in …
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How To Prevent Dogs from Urinating on Your Lawn
Dogs are fun and are a good way to relieve stress, but having brown spots on your lawn makes it an eye sore more than giving you a relaxed outlook. The culprit is the nitrogen content in your dog’s urine. More often, dogs urinate on the same spot all the time, enhancing the brown effect …
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How To Check the Respiratory Rate of Cats
Checking the respiratory rate of cats is an essential step in determining whether they are healthy. If you want to avoid unnecessary vet visits by checking your cat’s health at home, you must learn how to check the respiratory rate of cats. This relatively simple procedure can be a bit trickier if your cat becomes …
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How To Prepare for and Find the Perfect Puppy
Above all else, when you are preparing for a puppy, you must do your homework! Here are some things to consider as you prepare for and choose the perfect puppy. Research the type of puppy that will fit your circumstances. Not every puppy is right for you. Take into consideration where you live–are dogs even …
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How To Make Bird Feeder Crafts
Spring has sprung and there are birds everywhere! In the mornings you can see many varieties of birds fluttering about your porch. There are so many different colors and varieties; it’s like watching a performance that’s been orchestrated just for you! If you have a crafting nature and you like bird watching, then creating pine …
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How To Care of Your Cat’s Paws
Part of being a responsible cat owner is to check your cat’s paws. Cats have the reputation of being clean animals. However, this should not stop you from checking your kitty cat’s feet once in awhile to see if they are clean and healthy. Red swollen paws, obsessive cleaning, limping or favoring one paw are …
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How To Potty Train Your Puppy Using a Bell
Most dogs do not cry or bark to let us know they need to go out and do their business. Guide dogs for the blind are trained to make contact with a string of bells hanging from the door they normally use to go out. Sightless people would not know if their dogs were at …
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