A blog for pet lovers

If you don't have to worry about boarding your pets, finding a pet sitter or taking the animals with you on holiday travels, guests are probably coming to your house.

It's time to think about ways to minimize stress on your pets when strangers invade their space.

Here are a few suggestions from the experts at GoPetFriendly.com, armhammerpets.com and woofreport.com:

Warn guests

• Before guests arrive, tell them you have a pet and describe its size and personality. Ask them if they suffer from pet allergies and how to best alleviate their sensitivities. Most people with pet allergies are generally sensitive to dander, saliva and urine.

Brush up on obedience

• Simple commands such as “stay,” “down” and “drop it” can keep a dog from bolting out a door, greeting guests inappropriately or ingesting something that could be harmful. >> [ Read Full article ]

So, what is another pet you can get your animal loving child that won't put the marjority of the responsibility on you?

Hamster are usually sold to unsuspecting parents as a "great pet for kids." Well, although partly true, this isn't 100% accurate.

Hamsters are small so they do take up less space than most other pets, but because they are small, they can be injured easily. In the small hands of children, hamsters can be easily dropped or squeezed.

And, being nocturnal, they may be less inviting to play with and interact for small children who want to play during the day. Hamsters are most interactive at night.

Plus, hamsters take a little longer to socialize than other animals. This means that they can be nippy for a while, so you have to consider if your child gets bit will he want to play with the hamster again? Or will you be finding a new home for Hammy?

Once socialized, hamsters can make friendly pets, but it's the socializing that's the key.

Remember that you will need to monitor all playtimes, so that the hamster doesn't end up free roaming your house.

When choosing a horse saddle, it can be a very important decision that typically requires a bit of looking around and window shopping before you actually pick the saddle that you're looking for.

For the most part, you will need to decide what type of saddle you are looking for and what sort of budget you are hoping to spend.

Endurance Horse Saddles

Endurance horse saddles are lightweight saddles that are built for close contact in mind. They are meant for endurance riding and trail riding. Typically endurance saddles are made with extra padded comfort for the rider and a flexible design that moves with the horse in order to make the saddle more comfortable for the horse.

Rat snakes go by many names. They are called Texas Rat Snakes, or Chicken Snakes because they are often found near chicken coops. Normally the rat snake will be dining on the rats and mice that thrive on the grain that is so plentiful in the chicken yard but sometimes they will eat the eggs.

These snakes are proficient climbers. Rat snakes are not poisonous. They will bite when startled or threatened and the bite looks very much like a human bite on the skin.

It lacks the two distinct fang marks of a poisonous snake. While it does hurt it is not going to make you sick. Just wash the area carefully with soap and water and watch for signs of infection as you would with any other wound. >> Read more

Just like children, your pet must be protected from harmful household objects. Everyday things around your home pose surprising risks to your cat or dog.

Here are some examples of items that you should watch for.

Plastic bags: Pets are in just as much danger from suffocating on plastic bag as your children would be. Cats and dogs can chew on plastic and get pieces of it lodged in their throats, choking on it. Also, pieces of plastic can become trapped in their digestive system and cause stomach or intestinal problems that need a vet's care. >> Read more

A beautiful set up with a plant and a fish is one of the perfect things to have in this life. It brings peace and tranquility, it adds beauty, and enjoyment to any room!

After all, with just a little work you can have a fish and a plant that you don't have to remember to water!

You Will Need:

• A Large Vase
• Glass pebbles or gemstones (in your choice of colors)
• Plastic Plant tray or clear plastic cup
• Water (bottled, rested, or conditioned only)
• Betta Fish (male or female in your choice of colors)
• Plant (Peace Lily, philodendron, or dieffenbachia)
• Small fish net
• Betta pellet food
• Ribbon (optional)
• Water conditioner (optional)

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Dogs and cats are victims of several internal parasites frequently referred to as worms. Your cat has to get worms from somewhere or something else. Roundworms are the most common source of worms in kittens and tapeworms are the most common source of worms in adult cats.

Cat worms are intestinal parasites which attach themselves to digestive organs of a cat. Cats with worms may find themselves in excruciating pain. Learn how your cat contracts worms and how you can cleanse your cat's system.

But what are worms actually and what type of worms can your cats have? And even more importantly how to recognize the signs your cat has worms to begin with?

Though you can easily treat feline parasites or worms at home, is it really the best choice for your kitty? >> Read more

Dog communication refers to body movements and sounds dogs use to send signals to other dogs, and other animals(usually humans). Dog communication comes in a variety of forms, and is part of the foundation of dog social behavior.

Just like communication between humans, in order to communicate with your dog effectively, the conversation has to go both ways. First you have to try to understand what your dog is telling you through his/her nonverbal expressions, and then you will be understood in return.

It takes some observant watching and some time, to start learning how dogs communicate. Many dog thoughts are pretty obvious, such as those eyes pointed straight at your food with a drip of drool, easily tell you that your dog will appreciate a piece of your steak. Or that look on your dog's face when you scold him not to chew on your favorite slippers any longer, easily portrays the fact that he is upset. However, there are much more subtle signs of feelings and emotions that watchful owners may learn to decipher. >> Read more

Some of the decorative bird cages can be used as a home for a live bird.

These cages are made out of several different materials and can be used as a attractive decorator item. Although they are very nice to look at and some of the antique bird cages should not be used for the living birds.

If you are wanting to use the bird cage as decoration, the cage can be used in several different locations such as wall hanging. It has been seen a cage was cut in half and both peaces was attached to the wall. The interior was filled with vines. >> Read more

The only way to be sure your dog doesn't produce unwanted puppies is to get your female dog spayed or your male dog neutered(castrated ).

Now, generally when you adopt a dog from a shelter, the dog is already spayed or will be shortly after adoption. But you may still be iffy about the whole process.

The best thing that you can do to ease your insecurities is to make sure that you know everything you can about the full process of having a dog spayed.

It is actually one of the most important surgeries that you need to make sure that your female dog has because it will truly reduce the risk of breast cancer and it will 100% reduce the risk of an unwanted pregnancy. >> Read more

Feline AIDS is not transferred from cat to human or human to cat, but it is very much like the Human AIDS that is passed from human to human only this is passed from cat to cat.

It is fatal to cats. It is not spread by mating, such as the human AIDS is, but through body fluids such as tears and blood from scratches and bites of fighting cats. Some cats are carriers of the disease and will not show any signs of it. Once they get the virus they can never get rid of it. About ten years ago Vets would put the cat down who had shown the virus in a blood sample. >> Read more

The Roborovski hamster is the smallest and the fastest hamster. It has a sandy color and white strips above its eyes that resemble eyebrows.

It has a white belly and white feet. The Robo lacks a dorsal strip seen in all other dwarf hamsters. It lives up to 3 1/2 years of age which is the longest of all hamsters. Robo's are easily startled and therefore may not be a good choise for a child or adult who wants a pet to hold and cuddle.

Always supervise children when handling any type of animal. The Roborovski will rarely ever bite. >> Read more

Rats are very social creatures, and any time that you have to spend with your pet rats, is much appreciated. There are several safe games that you can play with your rats. And, there are many safe toys that you can provide them.

Just remember no matter what toys you provide your rat(s) or what games they play. Always, spend time with your rat and provide a clean setup for it (them). >> Read more

Discovering you have a diabetic cat is, of course, very frightening at first. The symptoms of cat diabetes will vary. The most common symptoms include an increase in urine and an increase in thirst >> Read more

A cat eye infection can be a problem very annoying to our cats. It is important to get to know about this type of cat health problem and the best ways to deal with it. Most cat owners encounter this problem >> Read more

Turtle Or Tortoise? How Do You Tell? Turtles and Tortoises, these animals get mixed up about as often as a frog and a toad, perhaps even more!

Tortoises are land creatures, they can actually drowned if in too much water since they cannot swim like turtles, while turtles have special flipper feet made for swimming tortoise's feet are made for dry desert type land.

Turtles are the water creatures, they are found in water mostly with occasional trips on dry land. Turtles shells are also more flat then tortoises, if the shell looks enlonged or flatter then you can bet it's a turtle. >> Read more

Poop eating is a disgusting habit some dogs have. Find out why your dog eats poop and how to put a stop to it.

There are many types of poop eaters. Some dogs only eat their own poop; other dogs love eating cat poop. Dog Coprophagia is a filthy habit, find out the right way to stop your dog eating feces. >> Read more

Mosquitoes are one of the most annoying insect pests alive. If you live in an area with a lot of mosquitoes, it can completely destroy your summer, and prevent you from enjoying outdoor activities in the cooler and more pleasant morning and evening hours.

Here are some tips for controlling mosquitoes around your home without pesticides or other dangerous chemicals. >> Read more

It is not unheard of cats getting poisoned by flea products. The flea product causing problems may be under the form of dips, sprays, shampoos, spot-on topicals, and collars.

Many times cat owners may mistakenly purchase a product for dogs that is toxic to cats. For instance, most spot on flea products for dogs contain highly concentrated permethrin products( 45% or 65% permethrin in spot on products) which in cats can cause toxic reactions while many dogs may tolerate them quite well. >> Read more

These pets are adorably so cute and how nice to look at their kids like play here!

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Dog toys are wonderful fun things to have around the house for keeping your little monsters happy and content. Also, it's a fact that just because a toy is marketed for dogs, doesn't mean it's safe for them to use.

Sure, dog toys are strictly for dogs and will ring true with most dog lovers, as their own collection of dog toys probably far exceeds even their own kid's toys! >> Read more

How to Get your Cat or Dog to Swallow Tablets and Pills? The truly easy ways to get your pets to take tablets are if you can get the pet to eat the tablet themselves without your involvement.

The truly easy ways to get your pets to take tablets are if you can get the pet to eat the tablet themselves without your involvement. The best way to achieve this is to put the tablet in something irresistably tasty to your pet, and in such a way that they cannot eat the good bits and leave the semi-chewed tablet in a gooey blob on the floor. >> Read more

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World fame celebrity Paris Hilton posing with cute and adorable pets, have a look at them

We are picky about our own food, but do we really know what's in the food we feed our pets? What's the best way to analyze the ingredients? What's really healthier? Is expensive food really worth the price?

Breeding bettas is one of the most exciting part of owning Siamese fighting fish. There is a great joy to be had in watching a bunch of fish all grow up together.

The first two weeks of a baby betta's life are the most important in determining the quality and health of the adult fish. For the first few days of life, betta fry do not need to be fed. When they are born, they are basically eyes, tail, and yolk sac. >>keep reading →

Nobody wants to even think about their kitty developing feline cancer. But ignoring the situation won't protect your kitty.

Protect your kitty from cancer in cats by knowing these twelve feline cancer symptoms.

Let's face it, the thought of your sweet kitty friend ever developing feline cancer is terrible. Cancer in cats used to be a death sentence, but with recent advances in veterinary medicine, it may be possible for your cat to be with you for several more years...keep reading →

Miniature Beagle (also known as "Pocket Beagle"), is a smaller version of the Standard Beagle. The Miniature Beagles originated in England. Used as a hunting dogs, they could travel under bushes and were used to hunt small animals such as rabbits.

Miniature beagles for adoption are available via charity organizations and volunteers who try to rescue abandoned animals. Many miniature beagles can be obtained for free by...keep reading →

Pet rats are extremely loving and friendly creatures, provided that they have been tamed.. which can literally be as easy to do as to have contact with humans.

Rats love to be around people, sit with them and be handled, without this interaction with humans rats can either get depressed or angry and therefor, vicious. >> Keep Reading

There are many problems that dogs and puppies succumb to in their lifetimes. Chewing and digging being two of the main problems many pet parents tend to have. There are many reasons as to why you dog may have... Read More

When it comes to trying to solve a behavioral problem, people think too much. They blame the dog for chewing a favorite pair of shoes out of spit when in reality the dog isn't given enough of his own toys to... Read More

Are cats better pets than dogs? Some people would say yes. Others would say no. Basically, it depends on your lifestyle and needs... Read More

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There are two main reasons why your Betta fish may refuse from food: either the food is not suitable, or he is sick in some way.

Of course in most cases betta fish aren't ill, therefore it is advisable that you have a proper menu for your little vibrant creature.

How many times a day are you feeding your betta? You only need to feed him once a day because you should not overfed him as it is extremely bad for bettas. >> Read More

African lovebirds are the most dearly looking small parrots with bright and beautiful color combinations and short tail. They are colorful, intelligent and believed to be highly social in nature.

As the name suggests, African Lovebirds originate from the continent Africa, especially from the region of Madagascar. Nine different species of African lovebirds exists all over the world. >> Read More

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As a form of “preventative medicine”, thermography can prove to be highly valuable in the fitness training of performance and competition horses. Regular inspections can be used to monitor performance throughout their training schedule.

This can identify any undue stress or strain being placed upon the horse which may affect its performance or cause a potential injury before it becomes physically apparent. For horses involved in competition activities including Showjumpers, Hunters, Eventers >> Read More

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Your vomiting cat does not necessarily signal that an illness is present. A number of diseases and upsets in your cat are associated with vomiting, It is a fact, however, that cats vomit more easily than most other animals and frequently this action represents a flushing out of toxins from the body rather than an imminent illness. Some cats seem to do so almost at will, at times for no apparent reason.

A vomiting cat might expel undigested food and then eat it again. A mother may vomit her food so that her kittens will have a soft, predigested meal. As a general rule, the longer the interval between eating and vomiting, the lower in the digestive tract is the problem. Vomiting which is not related to eating frequently is associated with an infectious disease or central nervous system disorder. >> Read More

Cat ear problems can change the way a cat behaves. A cat's hearing is one of their best developed senses and they can hear higher pitched sounds beyond the acute range of a dog.

When a cat hears a sound they turn their head in the direction of that sound and rotate their ears to locate the angle of the direction. Since hearing is a significant function to your cat, anything that interferes with it can lead to serious Cat Health Problems. >> Read More

Dogs Roam

There are different reasons as to why your dog may be trying to run away, and no one of the reasons is not that he doesn't like you and is trying to get away.

For the most part, some dogs just like to get out, and typically there are breeds that are notorious for that. Huskies are one of the many breeds that are bad about escaping the fence or the door. >> Read More

Dogs have more trouble staying cool than humans do. They have thick fur, and mainly dissipate heat through their paws and underbelly.

Dogs also stay cool through panting. Here are some tips on how to keep your dog cool and comfortable in the hot summer months. >> Read More

Dog obedience training or obedience training is often a very controversial field. There are two classes of dog obedience training - reward methods and aversive methods.

We present both classes of dog obedience methods and highlight their good and bad points. >> Read More

Pets...How cute they are! How funny they are! How skill they are! Enjoy!

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How to Keep Dogs From Scratching Hardwood Floors? How to Take a Dog's Temperature? How to Clean a Dog's Ears? How to Trim a Dog's Nails? Find answers for all such questions... >> Read More

Horses are fascinating, intelligent creatures.

Nearly every child gets addicted to them at one time or another, and some never grow out of the addiction. Whether the horse-fever comes on while reading, The Black Stallion, or watching old westerns on t.v., horses have an appeal that touches many of us.

For those of us that have been lucky enough to interact regularly with these majestic animals, the appeal is obvious. Horses are intelligent animals with a strong streak of humor, and distinct personalities. >>Read full article

Trying to get two stranger cats to get along is one of the hardest things you can ever try to do. In fact you can't.

Let cats work their problems out themselves. Actually, as a human being you are of little help >>Read full article