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Author :: Kim Bloomer  |
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| Article Title :: Essential Oils and MRSA |
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| Natural preventative pet care isn't a new thing but it certainly isn't fully mainstream yet. One of the challenges is being able to re-educate the public to think outside of the box. For so many years we've been told over and over again by traditional care providers that our pets need yearly vaccinations, prevention medicines for heartworm, fleas, and ticks, and feeding premium kibble. We've been told these will all lead to ultimate wellness in our pets. Nothing could be further from the truth.
While we continue to struggle with conquering the mountain of "alternative care is for new age, crystal toting, chanting hippies", our pets are getting sicker rather than healthier. One o (read full article) |
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Author :: Ispas Marin |
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| Article Title :: Did You Ever Thought about Putting a Fish in Your Turtle Tank? |
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| Lot of people thinks about putting a fish together with their turtles in the same water tank. The problem is if you put the turtle in a fish tank or if you put a fish in a turtle tank.
If you put a turtle in the fish tank some turtle care problems might appear:
- First of all a fish tank usually doesn't have a land are which is vital for the turtle.
- Fishes are tiny little pets that usually don't need a very high water level. But the turtles are bigger and have to swim easily. So the water level in a fish tank could be to low for a turtle.
- In the fish tank the filtration is usually inappropriate for a turtle so the water could get dirty very fast. (read full article) |
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Author :: Andrew Strachan |
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| Article Title :: The Importance of Getting a Dog Bed |
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| 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. A quality dog bed can provide security for your dog, as well as other far reaching benefits on their health and wellbeing. There are lots of different types of dog beds available. You can get small dog beds, large dog beds, quilted, water proofed and even fashionable dog beds!
One of the little understood benefits of a dog bed is the security it can provide for your dog. Many dogs suffer from anxi (read full article) |
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| Category :: Pets Articles |
Author :: Ispas Marin |
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| Article Title :: Parrot Care Tips: Choosing the Best Parrot Cage on the Market |
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| The cage is your beloved parrot's home. Any living being should have good home so you have to be sure that you can provide your parrot with the best conditions. Also if you choose the parrot cage wisely than you will avoid some parrot care problems that can appear in the future.
The parrot cage should be the largest expense after practically buying the parrot. So if you are going to spend some money then be sure to spend them on a good deal.
The parrot is going to spend a lot of time in the cage so you'll have to choose the right one for your pet. There are three parrot care issues that you should take in consideration when you are decided to buy a parrot cage. The (read full article) |
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| Category :: Pets Articles |
Author :: O'Neal Hendrix |
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| Article Title :: Dog Care: 6 Easy Steps for a Terrific (and safe) Romp in the Woods |
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| Leaves are falling and paws are crunching in the parks....
What a beautiful time of the year to get out with your canine companion and enjoy the crisp, cool air, frolic in the falling leaves and take in the visual splendor of nature. A walk in the woods can be an exhilarating experience for you and your dog, especially if youÂ’ll take a moment for some basic dog care preparations. Minimize surprises and emergencies by following these simple steps.
I donÂ’t know about you, but I will drive hours to find a place where the dogs can run free in nature. We all love it and often spend the whole day in the mountains together. IÂ’ve developed a list (read full article) |
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| Category :: Pets Articles |
Author :: Ispas Marin |
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| Article Title :: Keep Your Parrot Happy with Safe Parrot Toys |
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| You are the proud owner of a parrot and you are looking for a toy for your pet. The offer of parrot toys on the market is huge, so how do you know which parrot toy is safe for your pet? Because you should be aware that some of them are dangerous for pets as they may hurt them. Therefore, an important parrot care issue is its toys.
The first aspect you should take into consideration when buying a parrot toy is the size of the toy and the size of the pet. Basically the parrot toy should fit the size of your parrot. Why is that? Well, because a big size parrot is strong and can easily break a small toy into pieces which can be easily ingested by your pet. Therefore, try to avoid s (read full article) |
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| Category :: Pets Articles |
Author :: Nola L. Kelsey |
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| Article Title :: Great Pyrenees Grooming Tips - Special Techniques for Large Breed Dogs |
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| Large breed dogs pose special grooming dilemmas. The Great Pyrenees and other Bernard family members have cornered the market on that special combination of girth and hair. Without a regimented grooming routine the PyreneesÂ’ flowing white locks can easily morph, soon resembling an electrocuted Komondor on steroid.
One obstacle to keeping large breeds in the peek of beauty is the difficulty in locating nail clippers, brushes and dental supplies suited to their substantial size. Substitution will have to be made. Still, with a little ingenuity grooming is a snap.
Body Brushing
Combing out the Great Pyrenees is a challenge. The high-stung nature of the bree (read full article) |
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Author :: Anne Doyle |
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| Article Title :: Click And Treat Training For Dogs |
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| The first major improvement in dog training since choke chains and spiked collars, click and treat has quickly establishing itself in becoming a big hit in the world of dog training. Currently, there are over 10,000 trainers who are using this training method everyday.
One advantage to using this form of training at home is itÂ’s easy to learn for both the dog and his trainer!
Originally used to train marine mammals, click and treat breaks down the process into two separate steps, information and motivation. The click is the information, the treat is the motivation. While other trainers still work on these two steps, they try to teach them all at once, which can (read full article) |
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Author :: Mark Bensen |
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| Article Title :: Dog Training – House Training Your Dog |
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| One of the most confusing and anxiety-ridden areas of dog training is house training. Yet, it is one of the most important, especially for the humans involved.
The best way to understand and find success with house training is to use the dogÂ’s own nature to help you.
Dogs are, by instinct, very clean animals. They would rather not soil any areas where they normally sleep or eat. Dogs are also creatures of habit --- they like to know where they’re supposed to go urinate and defecate. If the dog is taught to eliminate on gravel or concrete, they will tend to look for either of those surfaces to do so. If they’re taught to eliminate on grass or dirt, that (read full article) |
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Author :: Waylon Harvey |
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| Article Title :: Dog Training With A Training Collar Or Choke Collar |
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| There are a variety of names that go under the broad heading of “training collar”. Some of them are --- choke collar, choke chain, training collar, correction collar and slip collar. These are all training collars and are used by professionals and amateur trainers alike.
Training collars are effective tools if they are used properly. Here are a few thoughts to apply when using training collars:
Does it fit? A properly fitted collar makes the collar easier to use and a lot safer for the dog. Determining if the training collar is the right size is relatively easy. The ideal size training collar should fit snugly, yet comfortably over the dogÂ’s head. It is (read full article) |
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