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"Friendly Skies" Not So Friendly for Pets
By Cecilia de CardenasMarch 23, 2009 People seem to be flying for less money than ever these days. And even though you may be charged extra for a snack, a beverage, or checking luggage on your flight (talks to even charge for using the restroom facilities have been made), at least it's possible to make a quick getaway on the cheap. Unfortunately, the same may not hold true if you decide to bring your pet. Airlines seem to be steadily hiking up the cost to fly your furry friends. In recent years, some airlines have more than doubled their original fees for pet passengers.
10 Easy Tips to Make a Kitty Gift Basket
Gifts for Cats and the People Who Love Them Is choosing a gift for your cat-loving friend too difficult this holiday season? Avoid the long mall lines and make a kitty gift basket instead. There is always an opportunity to indulge yourself in an act of love. Perhaps a friend has just got a kitten, or there’s a birthday or, as it just so happens, the season of giving is upon us. Whatever your reasons, don't let the vagaries of a busy day get you down; gift giving does not need to be complicated or time consuming.
10 Things You Should Know Before Getting a Dog
Have you been dreaming of getting a dog ever since you saw the reruns of the television classic Lassie as a kid? Or maybe you were fortunate enough to watch the original series. While your dog might not be able to save you week after week from a burning building, a runaway freight train, or the bottom of a well (and in the time it takes to finish a 30-minute episode, too), owning a dog can be a wonderful experience. Here are 10 things you should know and consider before choosing your canine friend. 1. Dogs take up a lot of time and energy. Yes, they are rewarding.
7 Home Remedies for Your Dog
When you're feeling under the weather, you might find that the perfect thing for treating what ails you is something you already have in the kitchen. Did you know that you can treat your ailing dog with some simple home remedies too? Below you will find seven great natural remedies for making your dog happy and healthy again.
TIP #1
Vitamin E is good for preventing those pesky age lines on your face, and it's also great for your dog's dry skin.
A Cleaner, Greener Home for You and Your Pet
Breathe Easier Knowing Your Home is Toxin Free
Out of all the toxic environments that your pet will be exposed to in its lifetime, it is the place where we feel safest that may be the most dangerous to your pet's health.
A Dog’s Guide to His Favorite Bathroom Spots
By Sparky the Mutt Translated by Vladimir Negron April 1, 2009 We dogs may not have the strange habit of using a giant white bowl to dispose of our "accidents," or use clever names the way humans do (the Smell-a-torium, the Tinkle Closet, the Loo, the Relief Station), but we do have our traditions to uphold. I mean, humans don’t even sniff around, check to see if it’s a prime location, or savor the moment when they "go." It’s downright unnatural. Our pit stops, on the other hand, are our testament.
A Pet Guide to Going 'Green'
Maybe you’re driving a Toyota Prius that gets 40 MPG. Or maybe you’ve got solar panels on your roof, compact fluorescent light bulbs in your home, and an organic garden in your backyard. But that doesn’t mean you should stop exploring more ways to reduce your carbon footprint. And for the rest of us, it isn’t too late to start either. There are plenty of things you can do as a pet owner to show your furry "little ones" that you care about the environment.
Adopt-A-Dog
While adoption is all the rage in Hollywood, pulling a Madonna and adopting a third world baby might be a little extreme -- not to mention rather expensive. But never fear, you can indulge in your Hollywood ways by adopting a dog. Rather than buying a dog from the pet store or a purebred from a breeder, adoption is a great way to feed your humanitarian side. Two of your main resources are the local Humane Society or Pet Rescue shelter.
Alpha Dog Training
Training the Dog that Wants to Take Charge A dog needs to know who's the boss. But what if your dog thinks he's the boss? Bite the problem in the butt early and become the alpha dog of your house. There are times you'll find yourself in the challenging position of master (or trainer) to an alpha dog. What is an alpha dog? Let's take a closer look at this phenomenon. Dogs are pack animals by nature, and every pack has a leader that dominates and commands the other members. As your dog's master, you must quickly assert yourself as pack leader.
Auto Insurance for Pets
Bits and Bytes
By VLADIMIR NEGRON
May 26, 2009
Some U.S. auto insurers are taking the next logical step in the industry and have begun to extend coverage to pets injured or killed in car accidents at no extra charge to customers, including Progressive, Auto-Owners Insurance, and Farmers Insurance. Policies will differ depending on the insurance company, so make sure to ask if your auto insurance includes accidental coverage for your furry friends.
In other news, there is still no insurance against gridlock commuter traffic.
Basic Instructions on How To Build a Dog Kennel
Impress your friends, and your doggy, with your mad hammer skills. With just a little planning and work, your dog castle will be the envy of the neighborhood dogdom.
Does your dog sleep outside under the stars? Maybe it's old house is crumbling to pieces. Well, you'll want to impress your friends and neighbors and most importantly, Fido, by getting your dog the best in designer doggy housing – a custom built kennel made by you. If you’re good at wielding a hammer and nail, then go ahead and get started.
Be Kind, Valentine
Pet-Conscious Tips For Valentine's Day
Does your heart melt whenever you look into the soft, imploring eyes of the one you love? Does your heart skip a beat at the sound of your sweetheart's voice as you walk in the door at the end of a long day? Do you pause in the middle of the day to sigh, thinking of your honey's warm, wet nose and furry ears? It's love, and we know it -- dogs and cats make the best Valentine's ever. There's no need to get them chocolates, and they have no use for flowers. In fact, these gifts are actually dangerous for them.
Bow Wow Chow: The Essential Dog Food Guide
Buy dog food or make it yourself, but make it healthy. Here are some important things to add (or not add) to your dog's diet. These days we often hear reports about dog foods that can harm our pets. In 2007, over one hundred dog food brands -- some even well known brands -- were recalled due to a tainted ingredient which was imported for China, making some dogs sick and killing others. More recently, a salmonella scare involving our peanut butter forced PetSmart, the largest U.S.
Choosing the Right Size Dog for Your Home
Too big, too small, or just right? Find the puppy that will be a perfect fit for your home. So you have decided to get a puppy, but you just are not sure which breed will best fit the size of your house (or apartment). Well, before you find yourself paraphrasing any movie clichés like, “This place ain't big enough for the both of us,” you will need to honestly assess how much space you will be able to give this new roommate of yours. Do not, I repeat, do not base this decision solely on the adorable little puppy you might be cradling in your arms.
Citizen Train: Certifying Your Dog as a Good Citizen
Do you have a dog that excels at all forms of training? Do you want something to show for your dog's abilities? Are you interested in showing off your dog’s talents? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you may be interested in getting your dog certified as a Canine Good Citizen (CGC). Once it passes the CGC test, your dog is certified as a well-behaved animal in the community and in home environments. Many training schools offer CGC training, and a good number of specialty dog clubs offer the certificate.
Doggie Dental Care
Your dog deserves a bright smile and a clean mouth, too. Make “doggie breath” a thing of the past and brush your pup’s teeth regularly. Let’s face it, you don’t want to kiss someone with stinky breath. You like your kisses to be sweet, and from someone who brushes their teeth. The same should go for your beloved canine friend. You want those doggy kisses to be sweet, not a mouthful of bad breath.
Eight Herbs to Improve Your Dog's Health
Herbs for Common Dog Ailments
Herbs. How boring would your Bolognese sauce be without them? Herbs have long been used to treat and prevent ailments in people, and apart from smelling good and adding an extra something to your cooking, certain herbs can help out your dog, too.
If you have room to grow herbs (and you really don’t need much, a window box is perfectly fine), why not grow a selection that can be used to treat some common dog ailments?
Enlarged Gum Tissue in Dogs
Gingival Hyperplasia Gingival hyperplasia refers to a medical conditon in which a dog's gum (gingival) tissue becomes inflamed and enlarged. Enlargement is typically caused by irritation due to dental plaque or other bacterial growth along the gum line. In many cases, this can be prevented with good oral hygiene habits. This enlargement is typical in dogs, and while it can occur in any breed, Boxers, Great Danes, Collies, Doberman Pinschers, and Dalmatians appear to be especially prone to developing an inflammation of the gums.
First Cancer Drug for Dogs Approved by FDA
By VLADIMIR NEGRON
June 3, 2009
The Food and Drug Administration approved today the first U.S. drug developed specifically for the treatment of canine cancer.
Palladia, chemically known as toceranib phosphate, is manufactured by Pfizer Animal Health and will be available for use in early 2010.
"This cancer drug approval for dogs is an important step forward for veterinary medicine," Bernadette Dunham, D.V.M., Ph.
Fixing Submissive/Excitement Urination in Dogs
While dog might be man’s best friend, that puddle on the floor sure isn’t. If your new housebroken puppy or rescued dog occasionally pees on the floor for no fathomable reason, then you might have a dog with submissive/excitement urination issues. So what should you do if you think you have a dog with an excitement or submissive peeing problem? First off, take your dog to the vet to rule out other reasons for the inappropriate peeing. If you receive the all clear from your vet, how do you know which problem your dog has?
