If you have a dog pet, you probably know that dog hair loss is a common problem for most dog breeds. However, sometimes it is quite normal for dogs to lose some of their hair. In case you can see the dog's bare skin in the places where he has lost hair, something is definitely wrong with the dog's health. It is not time to panic, but you should treat the problem seriously and consult the veterinarian immediately once you notice bald … [Read more...] about Is Your Dog Losing Hair
Poisonous Plants For Dogs
Animals can get into a lot of things while walking out in the woods, dogs especially. Our pets are some of the most important things in our lives, keeping them safe is very important. So staying informed on poisonous plants for dogs is a very good idea before taking your 4 legged friend on a camping trip or into anyplace where these may grow. Most dogs, love a romp around outside, especially in the open spaces of the countryside, and probably the … [Read more...] about Poisonous Plants For Dogs
How to Clicker Train a Rabbit
Many people don't know this, but rabbits are trainable animals. Make sure to bond and get your rabbit to trust you before you start training. The most important piece of training equipment is a clicker. A clicker doesn't command the rabbit to do anything, it just lets the rabbit know that the behavior that he is doing is good and he gets a treat. Follow the tricks in the order I put them in. If you do an hour of rabbit training, a day, your … [Read more...] about How to Clicker Train a Rabbit
Hookworms In Dogs
Hookworms are defined as parasitic organisms that feed off a host in order to survive. Hookworms are internal parasites, which mean they grow, mature, and live inside a dog's body. What are Hookworms? We all love our pet dogs, and want the best for them. However, it is not possible to watch them 24 hours a day, and we definitely can’t keep an eye on what every is doing. So occasionally our beloved pet may pick up a parasite. Parasites in dogs … [Read more...] about Hookworms In Dogs
Constipation in Cats
Does your cat feces look like small brown pellets? Does your cat appear to be straining when trying to poop? Is her abdomen distended and tense? Is she not pooping regularly? If this is the case, your cat is more than likely suffering from cat constipation. There are other symptoms of constipation in cats. For example, your cat may be showing a loss of appetite or crouching and straining for prolonged periods of time in her litter tray … [Read more...] about Constipation in Cats
Dog Ear Infection Symptoms and Treatment
The infection caused in the dog's ear due to over growth of the bacteria or yeast is known as Dog's ear infection. The dog ear actually consists of three layers, the inner layer, the middle layer and the outer layer. The layers of the ear in the dog have a balance of the yeast and the bacteria. When this balance gets disturbed, there is an infection in the dog's ear. If the infection in the dog is in the outer ear, it is known, as "Otitis … [Read more...] about Dog Ear Infection Symptoms and Treatment
Rabbit Litter and Litter Box Training
When you first bring your rabbit home allow a couple of days for them to get used to their cage and accustomed to their surrounds. This will also give you an opportunity to see where they decide to go to the toilet so you are able to set up their litter box in a spot of their choosing. Allowing your rabbit to run unsupervised is not a good idea, especially when they are new to your home. Remember to keep your eye on your rabbit for all out of … [Read more...] about Rabbit Litter and Litter Box Training
How Long Do Puppies Grow?
We often ask when our puppies will be fully grown in the hopes of estimating when our beloved puppies have reached the summit of their growth ceiling. In general, smaller breeds tend to reach their growth apex after a year while the larger varieties climax after their second year post-birth. How Puppies Grow It does vary from breed to breed, and from puppy to puppy. Herding dogs such as the Border Collie, do not appear to behave like grown up dogs … [Read more...] about How Long Do Puppies Grow?
Non Shedding Dogs
Dogs or other pets usually complete the family picture for some people. There are so many types of cute dogs around that it becomes difficult to choose one. For those who are allergic to dog hairs, but still love dogs and want to keep one, the best solution is to go for non shedding dogs. Every dog needs some kind of grooming or may be more than that. In a Dog's coat there are 2 kinds of hair, one is the outer coat and second is the inner coat. The … [Read more...] about Non Shedding Dogs
Hamsters and Children
Have you ever considered getting a pet Hamster for your kid? Maybe you are unsure of the suitability of Hamsters as pets for child. Hamsters are incredibly cute and super cuddly, and make great first pets for both children and adults because they are inexpensive to maintain and quite easy to take care of! However that said, as with any pet, keeping a Hamster requires a commitment and responsibility from the owner during its entire life-span, which … [Read more...] about Hamsters and Children
