So you have a wonderful dog or cat that you love more than anything else in the world - but there's on catch: you just can't keep up with the mess they create or don't have the time clean up every other day. This story rings true for virtually all power owners throughout the world. Wherever there is a pet, there is bound to be trouble. You Need The Tools Just like every other aspect in work and life, you need...
Dogs will be in the mood to chew different types of textures at different times, for example, they may be into a soft couch material one day and onto a hard wooden chair or table leg the next. That is why it is important to always have different types of chew toys around to cover the needs of whatever different chewing mood your dog is in. Dogs learn much better when shown how to do something rather than made...
Almost all problems with cats avoiding their litter box can be summed up into two main causes, those two being a physical problem or a territorial, insecurity and anxiety problem. Spot the Difference Before we begin it is important to know the difference between a cat spraying/marking and a cat urinating, a peeing cat will squat on the floor. Which is quite different than a spraying cat who will target vertical walls and the liquid runs down the wall to...
From the outside looking in it is easy to think aquariums are just a tank on a stand with some fish swimming around, in reality, it takes several different components to keep the fish alive and aquarium stable. Some fish will need saltwater well others need fresh water, a certain fish may need organic bacteria present in the tank and other species will die if that same bacteria is in their tank. Equipment The main pieces of equipment needed to maintain...
There are many reasons for wanting to teach your dog boundaries, for example maybe you want to keep them out of the babies room, prevent them from stealing food, keep them off the fancy furniture or away from the front the door. Thankfully all this can be possible with the proper consistent training and a fair amount of time. It is important to keep in mind that boundary training can not happen passively and your dog requires your full...
Off to the Vet We Go If you are new to the dog world, have not really thought about it or never asked your vet what they all do during your dogs examinations, then you may be wondering what actually happens at these visits. It’s nothing out of the ordinary only blood panels, vaccinations, full body check overs, and all other sorts of procedures as well to name a few, it is important to know what your vet is going...
It is important to start training as soon as you bring your kitten home because your cat starts learning the moment he comes through your door, so it would be best to get them started on the right track. Cats are much more independent, less social and don’t desire the same praise as dogs, but they are extremely intelligent and have the ability to learn a variety of skills and tricks. Cat Behavioural Problems You should have plenty of toys around...
Managing your pet's sleep can be a tough ask. In many ways, it is not too different from managing the sleeping patterns of an infant. The general sleep distribution and habits may differ from cats to dogs, but after years of caring for both, I feel that the fundamentals of managing a pet's sleep remain the same. We all share DNA to some extent, after all. While this article's suggestions are not exhaustive,ealth they should definitely help you develop some...
Dogs like humans are social animals the urge to socialize is natural in both species, so just like humans some dogs may be better at socializing than other dogs. All dogs are different some will love meeting new people and being in new situations, others will hate it, and everyone else falls somewhere in the middle. Build a Bond The fastest way to build a bond with your dog is with lots of play, so play with toys, tug of war,...
Just because cats cannot speak does not mean they aren't vocal animals, instead they will express themselves through behavior and body language, so it is crucial to stay observant, because chances are what you think is a random event is not so random after all. Insecure cats will try to relay messages to their owners by peeing on something that belongs to them in an attempt to mix their scent with their owners, cats will often do this when...
