4 Tips on Taking Care of Your Husky
4 Tips on Taking Care of Your Husky
The gentle nature and liveliness of the husky makes it the choice of pet for families searching for a long term companion. Yet, care of this magnificent dog is often something neglected as we go about…
Choosing the Right Parrot for You
Birds are among the most common animals that people have as pets. They are quite easy to take care of and fun to have around. Among the countless birds in existence, parrots are perhaps one of the most loved birds. Yet did you know that there are about 360 known species of parrots today? If you are considering purchasing a parrot for a pet, you should know some things about them in order for you to choose the right kind. Though parrots may be relatively easier to take care of, you still have to know the amount of commitment that you would need for a specific type of bird so as to get one that would suit your lifestyle. In general, larger parrots require more attention. As such, if you work at home or your work hours allow you to spend more time at home, then you might want to get larger parrots such as macaws, If, on the other hand, your lifestyle is such that you need to spend long hours away from home, then you should lean towards the smaller parrots. This is because they are more independent and can be left alone for longer periods. Of course, you wouldn t want your parrot to be lonely when you are away so you might want to consider getting a buddy for your smaller parrot. If you do decide to get two or more small parrots, you have to be able to train them to like each other. Otherwise, you may have to get separate cages for them, defeating the purpose. Of course, if you insist on leaving them together in the same cage when they don t like each other, you would probably come to the results of bird fights ” feathers all over the place. Aside from the amount of time that you have to invest on your parrot, you also have to consider the finances involved. Birds in general are not expensive to take care of. However, there is still a marked difference between feeding larger parrots and smaller parrots. In addition to that, larger birds would definitely make a larger mess. Again, we go back to the time factor but this time around, it is all about cleaning up the cages and making sure that they have fresh food and water. More than the parrot size, you may want to consider the physical looks of the bird as well. Parrots can live up to about 60 years if taken care of properly. Now you wouldn t want to have a pet that you don t like looking at, would you? It may seem petty but if you end up with a parrot which you don t like physically, then you will probably not take care of it as well. That is why you should consider this aspect at the outset. You would also want to look into the purchase price of the different kinds of parrots. Prices vary from pet shop to pet shop and according to your location as well. You should also realize that the more exotic the species is, the more expensive the bird would be. The bottom line is doing extensive research, deciding on what you want, and making a commitment to your decision.
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The Neutered Cat
The neutering of cats, castration under general anaesthetic of males and removing the ovaries (ovariectomy) of females, again under general anaesthetic, carries with it many benefits for animal and owner. Toms are far less inclined to wander off from home and get into scrapes, which can lead to serious injury and infection, and they can’t get any of the local queens pregnant with unwanted kittens any more. Queens don’t suffer the stress associated with heat periods and the pestering of toms and they do not continue to fill the world with more of the aforementioned unwanted kittens. Un-neutered queens can have three litters of kittens a year for about twelve or thirteen years, although it is said that one tortoiseshell had her first, and last, kitten at the incredible age of twenty-eight. From about eight years of age, the size of litters drops, but it can be calculated easily that an unsupervised - let’s be honest about it - uncared-for, un-neutered queen could give birth to hundreds of young over her lifetime. The record for kitten production is held by a queen from (where else!) Texas, who had her 420th kitten at the age of eighteen in 1952. Advantages of neutering The advantages of neutering are obvious. Toms give up their gallivanting, and their urine, so often sprayed around the home as territorial marking, loses most of its pungent macho odour. Queens aren’t pestered by neighbourhood suitors who have the habit of leaving their urinary calling cards on your back doorstep. Oestrus periods, with all the restless caterwauling and attempts to go out cat clubbing, occur no more and, most important of all, the owner is not faced with home-finding for handfuls of young cats or, saddest of all, having them euthanazed. Disadvantages of neutering So, what are the disadvantages? Is neutering, as people sometimes say, ‘cruel’? What changes in the neutered Thinking Cat? Neutering is certainly not cruel. The operations are carried out under full anaesthesia, are very safe, and are most unlikely to involve complications or be followed by medical after-effects. As the whole purpose of neutering, as far as the cat itself is concerned, is to lessen stress, harassment and the incidence of illness and injury, it is more than justified. It is most essentially humane and its value to the cat population as a whole is quite clear. Some, but by no means the majority, of neutered cats tend to put on extra weight after the operation. Most neuters continue automatically to regulate their daily food intake, avoiding any tendency to obesity and not needing to be put on one of the slimming regimes now available. Mentally, there is no doubt that the neutered Thinking Cat becomes somewhat more of a home-loving, calm and contented character, untroubled by the periodic swings in mood and behaviour that are fired by the powerful urgings of the sex hormones. Of course, its niche in the hierarchy of cat society, particularly as a tom, plummets, certainly in the neighbourhood, and also very often in multi-cat households. But he or she remains as intelligent, responsive and alert as ever. As we shall see, some males like, so it is recorded, eunuchs in the Turkish sultans’ harems, may even retain a degree of sexual interest in the opposite sex. It is worth noting that some cats which, instead of being neutered, receive progestagen type contraceptive/ anti sexual aggression medication for a long time can become rather lethargic and over weight, and occasionally lose hair and develop a ‘pot belly’. Long-term use of this type of drug has also been implicated in triggering cases of diabetes, uterus inflammation and abnormality in function of the adrenal gland. I think these compounds are perfectly good and safe for the short term, but for a permanent effect on the cat, spaying or castration is much to be preferred.
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Raising Chickens in Your Backyard Posted By : Carole DeJarnatt
Do you have a desire to raise your own chickens in your backyard? The enjoyment you get from watching their antics to eating the fresh eggs is worth the efforts you put forth in getting ready to raise chickens in your backyard.
When professional training is not a good option for you - either because of cost or time - there are techniques that you can use at home to train your dog to do just about anything you want him to. Here are some things to keep in mind when you are wondering how you will train your new pet:
- Determine the ground rules before you begin training. One of the common hang ups that people experience with dog training is not deciding in advance which behaviors they will or will not tolerate. For example, some people will let their new puppy nap on the sofa but decide later that they don t want dog hair on the furniture. They then need to re-train their dog that getting onto the sofa is not allowed. Make a list of the behaviors you don t want to see, and you will have a better idea of where to begin. It is always ok to reverse a behavior, but is easier for you and your dog if you set the rules at the beginning and don t change them in the middle of the game.
- Use a short leash for training purposes. Leashes come in many different lengths, some reach up to 100 feet or more. However, when you are training your dog, you should always use a leash that is around 6 foot long and comes with a loop that you can slip your hand through, wrapping it around your fingers to ensure that the dog doesn t get away from you. When your dog is on your left side, keep the leash in front of you with the loop around your right hand. This will help you to keep the leash short and to maintain control.
- Never use a training technique that is not natural and comfortable for you. If you are using a technique that does not come naturally, your dog will sense your hesitation as quickly as he will sense fear or anxiety. This can lead to your dog ignoring any commands given and cause frustration for both of you. Therefore, work to find techniques that you understand and feel comfortable with before starting to train your dog.
- Be kind and gentle for best results. An owner who constantly punishes his or her dog for bad behaviors is bound to be a lot less successful than an owner who is gentle and kind, rewarding his or her dog for acceptable behaviors. Consider offering your dog plenty of praise, and be gentle when redirecting his attention from a bad behavior to one that is more acceptable to you.
- See yourself as the team leader during training. You are not the only one responsible for successful training sessions. If you see yourself and your dog as a team in training, you will be much more successful than if you assume the burden of all responsibility. You need to be aware of everything that goes on during training, because you are the leader. However, realize that your dog must be a willing participant for training to succeed.
- Train your dog to stop barking unnecessarily. When your dog is outside, does he bark continuously at everything that moves? If you want to stop this behavior, consider a bark-control collar. This handy device issues tones for both approval and disapproval from a special collar that can be controlled from a distance. You will find that the feedback mechanism will quickly help your dog to become independent enough to be left alone outside without constant supervision.
When you are consistent and fair with your dog, you will find that it is possible to train him to do just about anything you would like. As you see from the information above, there are small tricks that you can use to make training easier and more fun for you and your dog.
Don t forget to limit your training to short periods, taking time in between to play and just relax together. And, the most important thing you can do is to reward your dog for a job well done!
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Why not to train your dog: 5 of the best excuses.
There are almost as many dog-training excuses as there are dog owners. Here are five of my particular favourites - not because they justify not training a dog, but because they show how poorly people understand dog training, and dog training methods. 1) I don’t want to break my dog’s spirit. Many people cite examples of listless dogs or dogs that won’t do anything unless told. In 20 years of handling dogs, I don’t think I’ve ever met any of these mythical dogs ” except where the dog has no stimulation at all, he will always be excited and pleased to be rewarded for doing what he’s told. This does not make a dog listless or unhappy ” it gives him purpose and rewards thinking! Beating a dog will break his spirit and make him afraid of doing wrong, but this is not training. Beating does not teach him obedience, it just teaches him fear. Don’t make the mistake of thinking that the dog cowering at the end of his lead as his owner shouts at him has been ‘trained’. Far from it. He has possibly been abused. 2) She’s such lovely dog: I wouldn’t change her for the world! Lovely dogs are lovely despite not being trained, rather than because they’re not trained. Exceptionally lucky owners may have a lovely dog who doesn’t bark much, who avoid people who are afraid of them, who never chew things, and may not even pull at the lead. But dogs are pack animals, and need rules to live by, and a leader to look up to. Training will not change your lovely dog’s personality, but will help her to understand life, make her more content and an even better companion. Actually, most people who wouldn’t change anything put up with a lot of inconvenience to ‘keep their dog’s personality’. 3) I don’t have time to train him. Why do we have dogs? A dog is a living, breathing, thinking being that needs stimulation, play, exercise and companionship. All of these needs can be answered through training, which strengthens the bond between us and our animals, giving us both what we need. Better still, the very activities that make our dogs the perfect pets are the best activities to use to train him. If you spend time with your dog, you have time to train him. If you don’t spend time with your dog, maybe it’s time to consider whether a dog is the best pet for you. 4) He’s only a puppy ” I’ll train him when he’s older. No, no, no, no! Would you wait for a child to go to school before teaching them to speak, or before potty training them? Dog training isn’t a chore for the puppy! Dog training is fun and fulfilling, and the training gives your puppy something to occupy their mind. Pet your puppy when she comes to you; make a fuss of her and give her titbits when she brings you a slipper, or a piece of paper off the floor! The more enthusiastic you are when she sits, the more she’ll love to sit for you. The more she loves coming to you for praise, the more likely she is to leave Mrs Smith’s cat alone when you call her. Train her now, or you may be paying for it for the rest of her life. 5) He’s well behaved anyway The dog is a pack animal. A pack has a leader and followers of various importance. If you don’t take the responsibility of leadership, your dog may may feel he has to. This will be stressful for him and for you. If you don’t set the rules, your dog will, and you may not like them! Your dog should be a relaxing companion, not an adversary, a boss or a burden.
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The German Pointers Dog Breed History
The Origins of the German Pointer breed As the name suggests the German Pointer dog, also known as the German Shorthaired Pointer comes from Germany. Even though researchers do not have many details about the origin of this breed, the all concluded that the German Pointer breed is a mixed breed that developed in time from mixing breeds like the Spanish Pointer, the Foxhound, the Bloodhound and other hunting dogs and later the English Pointer. The German Pointer breed belongs to the European pointer dogs. There are records about the pointer dogs as well as the hunting dogs from Europe ever since the 13 th century. Todays German Pointer is an elegant and versatile hunter both in the water and on land. He is a specialist in bird hunting and is admired for his great personality. The German Shorthaired Pointer is related to the German Wirehaired Pointer, a breed of dog mostly common in Germany and less in The Great Britain or The United States. Though they are both mixed breeds and have related predecessors, the German Wirehaired Pointer does not have any Bloodhound or Foxhound predecessors. The Wirehaired Pointer however originates from the Pudel pointer, another mixed breed between the German Pudel and the English Pointer amongst others. Past records of the German Pointers breed Even if there aren’t many records that talk about the German Pointers breed but mention the hunting dogs for their proficiency in finding and tracking large and small animals as well as their dexterity in both water and on land, the breed got some recognition after it was crossed with the English Pointer in the late 1800s. The German Pointer was recognized as a breed and recorded by the German Kennel Club in 1872. In the 1920’s the German Shorthaired Pointer was taken to the United States where it became a popular breed. Not too long ago the American Kennel Club, that formally recognized the breed in the 1930, stated that the German Pointer reached the 20 th place in list of most popular breeds in the US. In 2005 a German Shorthaired Pointer dog won Best in Show at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show and the first show where a German Shorthaired Pointer participated was held in 1941 in Chicago.
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Choosing The Right Elevated Feeders Posted By : rayter
Elevated feeders are modern pet tools that are designed to help your pets improve their daily eating lifestyle. Before, we used to feed our pets with any type of bowls and containers just for the sake of feeding them. But there are a lot of unexpected risks that might happen to our pets, so it is vital to opt for the right elevated feeders!
Dog training book
Dog training book At one time it was considered that the only way forward for you to train your dog properly was through a dog training book! Now don`t get me wrong there is an endless source of good free advise in these books that you can put to really good use , but the trouble with book`s is like most thing`s in life they become stale and are not able to move with the time`s . I`ve read some good dog training book`s in my time they have good tip`s and little common sense dog training method`s that some dog trainer`s use ! However like most other topic`s and infomation every ounce of knowledge has evolved to the internet where there is access to a vast array of website`s that cover absolutely every issue , this resource is better than any dog training book! However i`ve searched site after site for different element`s on dog training where as i`d find one site good for one aspect and another in other area`s. It wasn`t until i came across one site that just simply seem to cover far beyond my expectation`s there was so many techniques and method`s by this dog trainer i thought to myself what make`s this particular dog trainer stand above the vast sea of other dog trainer`s ? So i delved deeper and deeper to learn that this young lady just happen to have a C.V and other credential`s that just simply comfirm why she`s the best at her game by far, she`s a young Hollywood dog trainer called Dove Cresswell and i was so much in awe with her i created a site reviewing her tutoring school if you want to visit my review on Dove please feel free to visit at http://dog–training–book .blogspot.com to read more about her. I found her method`s and techniques far more refreshing and rewarding than any dog training book i`ve ever read and reviewed before and i can truly say i have seen a significant change in my dog after using just afew of these method`s . Because Dove`s learning all the time you benefit from learning more as her site can update at any time unlike a dog training book and this is what purely made me review Dove Cresswell Dog trainer taking dog training to a new level!!!! Dog training book.
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Dog Airline Travel Tips
If your dog is used to car trips, then travel by plane should not create any problem for you or for your pet. If you want to fully enjoy your trip with your canine companion, then you should take into consideration the following suggestions that help you to provide a better trip for your companion and you. Verify the dog’s health before starting an airplane travel trip with your dog. This is not only for the dog’s sake, but rather because legislation actually asks for it. It is required from each dog that travels by plane, to be vaccinated and to have no transmissible diseases which will need to be approved before travel. All this must be done within ten days of travel. Make sure you bring an inspection letter from your vet before any sort of air travel. The owner should keep his pet away from extreme temperatures. Make sure that your dog is safe during the air travel and fly with your dog only when the temperatures are between 35 and 85 degrees at both ends of the flight. There are airlines that will have cold embargos or heat embargos in the winter and summer months. That means that the flight, under these circumstances are banned. Call your airline agency if you are unsure if you are traveling during these times. Foreign dog air travel may require quarantine. There are some isolated countries like England or New Zealand that requires upon arriving on land, will definately quarantine your pet after landing. You should get used to such obligations and practices. Moreover, if there are several international departure flights, you may have to handle these situations on numerous locations. Although it may not be very pleasant, you have to conform. It is not advisable to tranquilize your dog during the flight. It seems that tranquilizers are the primary cause of illness or even death in dog air travel, according to statistics. During air travel, the dogs simply cannot have professional and quick medical assistance. The medication at hand could be pointless and cause injuries for the dog. For preventing such cases, various airliners have prohibited tranquilized pets aboard. Your pet should be trained before the flight. All airliners require parting of the dog, from its owner during the flight, if the dog is a medium to large sized breed. Smaller breeds are allowed onboard. Large and medium sized dogs have the misfortune to be transported in a shipping case during the flight. As to make your dog feel more at ease during the air travel, you should have it previously prepared by training it. You could do this by getting your pet accustomed to be confined in a travel box for a long period of time. The dog must be trained to socialize with strangers in the most unusual environments. Use labels during the dog air travel, as not to lose your pet. You should write your name, your dog’s name, and any other helpful information on the dog’s collar and on the crate. There were many cases when dogs were lost or taken by other owners, so these measures are very important. You can also use a specialized pet air transporter for your dog. There are professional companies that will take your pet to many various locations. Due to their great experiences, these companies are aware of the legislation required during the air travel. The companies offer all that a dog needs to feel comfortable. Actually, many air companies have banned the booking of dog air flights to the public. On Iata.org or uShip.com, you can find the top preferences for pet transporters. Maybe you found these pieces of advice interesting and helpful. We warmly suggest you follow these instructions on your following flights and will enjoy a pleasant and safe travel your canine friend without being too troublesome. It is the dog’s right to be treated with care and to be offered guidance in our modern way of living.
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