Archive for May, 2009

Dangerous Foods For Your Dog

Because of the fact that dangerous foods for your dog abound in your kitchen, one should be very cautious with what sort of treats they offer to their canine companion. Familiarizing yourself with the following list of taboo foods will help your pet lead a long and healthy life. 1. Alcohol: can cause vomiting, difficulty breathing, as well as other problems including coma and even death. 2. Avocado: can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and heart congestion. 3. Bones: can cause choking; additionally bones can splinter and become lodged in the dog’s digestive tract (chicken bones are particularly problematic). It is always a good idea… Continue reading

Fun Dog Activities

All dog breeds (http://www.dog-breed-facts.com/index.html) were developed for a purpose. Some breeds were developed to herd sheep, some to hunt game, and some to pull sleds. Dogs, like humans, enjoy having a purpose in life. Dogs like to lead a structured life and be able to associate with their owners in activities and be given the opportunity to please their owner. The following is a short list of fun activities that you may want to consider for your dog.

Dog Agility is a sport in which a handler must control and direct his dog around an obstacle course within a set… Continue reading

Even though there are bags of commercially manufactured pet food available in the market, a true dog lover will always favor nature dog food recipes over them. The reasons for this bias are not hard to fathom. For one homemade dog food is safer and secondly it is also not that difficult to make, if you are willing to invest just a little bit of your time and energy. One person who is best placed to advice you on natural recipes for your dog is your vet. They can offer you valuable tips on the ingredients based on your… Continue reading

A few decades ago, dogs could fend for themselves when it came to their health, helped along by the occasional trips to the veterinarian. These days, however, it’s unthinkable for an owner to not get involved in every aspect of his dog’s well-being. That’s why dog health insurance plans are increasingly becoming available. Pet dogs are treated just like members of the family, so it’s understandable that any dog owner wants to protect them and be sure that their needs will be taken cared of. Dog health insurance not only helps make sure that your pet can get the… Continue reading

Animal Abuse at Dog Kennels

Do abuse and cruelty of animals upset and anger you? Does the neglect shown by certain people to their animals trouble you equally? Well, you comprise a group of concerned people whose distressed feelings surpass those of the owners of the animals. A large number of people will do something additional and extraordinary for them. My reference is not to the partner of Eco-Terrorists called the PETA Organization. Instead, I am referring to common people like you who will stay wake at night when they see the worrisome neglect, cruelty and abuse of animals.

Are you one of those millions… Continue reading

Animals are very sensitive beings. Their health state depends on many factors and we should act appropriately when our pets or animals that we care of are not well. A dog diet exists now for every health problem that could affect a dog. Veterinary specialists also recommend the improved formulas for horse wormers.

The most frequent health problems for large, strong animals such as horses are worms that affect the intestines and damage the digestive system. For this exact problem, there are now innovative formulas for horse wormers strongly recommended by specialists. These are constantly improved medicines for affections of… Continue reading

Dog Training – Low Maintenance Dog

There are so many different dog breeds and dog crossbreeds around the world now that finding the perfect dog for you can seem a hugely daunting task. Sure, your perfect dog is probably out there somewhere but finding that dog is a completely different thing.

To help you narrow your search down I have taken the time to put this article together and give my best advice on which dog will be best for you if you’re looking for a low maintenance dog for your new home, family or any other occasion.

Ok, you want a low maintenance dog breed so… Continue reading

How Dog Food May Affect Your Pet?s Health

After starting a business focused on healthy dog products Distinctive Dog (www.distinctivedog.com), a new world opened up regarding the state of dog nutrition and what manufacturers do not tell consumers.

There is much debate when it comes to dog food, treats and pet nutrition. In the wild, dogs inherently hunted and consumed animals and plants. Their digestive systems were designed to break down raw meat while the enzymes present in the meat aided the digestion process.

Today, most domesticated dogs eat processed kibble containing primarily grains and refined protein sources. Once the meat source is removed, the remaining… Continue reading

Let’s Look at Animal Rescue Groups

Animal rescued organizations or groups propose you a great place to get your next family pet. These groups are all different, but they do have general goals. These groups work hard to locate a lasting loving home for unwelcome or misplaced cats and dogs. Many of these rescue groups rely on volunteers and donations to custody for these pets while they are between homes.When you start looking for a rescue group to work with, you will find that most of these groups do rely on their hard effective volunteers and prove from the limited society to operate. You will… Continue reading

There’s a hole in your life that only a dog can fill. You want a special dog, perhaps just a full-grown adult. Maybe your code of ethics calls for saving a dog’s life – not buying an expensive purebred.
I’m not a veterinarian or a dog trainer, but I’ve enjoyed two successful adoptions. Here are some tips I’ve picked up along the way.
(1) Clarify your requirements ahead of time.
Once you’re standing in front of a cage, it’s easy to say, “Well, he’s a lot bigger than I expected, and I really wanted a female, but oh he’s SO cute!” No… Continue reading

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