Archive for January, 2009
« Previous EntriesFeatured cat breed - Abyssinian
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
The Abyssinian is one of the most popular short hair cat breeds. The breed is believed to have come from an English Tabby bred with an Egyptian cat and taken back to England by a British soldier.
The Abyssinian’s body is medium length, well muscled and has a fairly long tail, [...]
Keeping Your Cat Healthy
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Cats need only be provided with decent shelter, food and water and they will be quite healthy most of the time. Like any other living thing, however, they can get sick and can come down with anything from a minor cold to a major ailment.
As a responsible pet owner, you [...]
How Much Would You Pay to Replace Your Dog?
Submitted by Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Blog
Would you pay $150,000 to duplicate
your dog??
First, who has that kind of cash to just throw around?!
After all, cloned animals or people are not the real thing, no matter how much they look like the source material. Nothing can’t replace the original. But even if they were able to [...]
Cats and Babies: Compatible Despite the Myths
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
Many new parents fear that they’ll have to get rid of their beloved cats. The rumor is that the cat will crawl into your baby’s crib and either smother or claw him. This idea is enough to make any parent-to-be cringe, at the very least.
Fortunately, your precious kitty and your [...]
Natural Help for Dog Parvo
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
About Parvovirus
Parvo is a viral disease that affects dogs. This illness can cause severe digestive symptoms, as well as fever and shock and may even prove fatal. Parvovirus attacks rapidly dividing cells like those in the lining of the gastrointestinal tract as well as developing white blood cells.
In this way [...]
Stop Your Dog From Jumping on People
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
While many people love the enthusiasm of a puppy that tries to jump in their arms, this habit is not so cute when that little puppy grows into a large and powerful dog. It is best to nip this problem in the bud, before it becomes ingrained.
Many dog owners inadvertently [...]
Recall: Dog treats sold at PetSmart, Target and Wegmans
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Salix Voluntarily Recalls Dog Treat Due to Possible Health Risk
Contact:
Adda Sarrano
954-425-0001
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Deerfield Beach, Florida – Jan. 23, 2009 – Salix, a manufacturer of rawhide dog chew products, is voluntarily recalling its Healthy-hide Deli-wrap 3-Pack 5” Peanut Butter-Filled Rawhide dog treats that contain peanut butter made by Peanut [...]
RECALL: Carolina Prime Pet treats: peanut butter
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Carolina Prime Pet Announces Nationwide Recall of
Dog Treats
Contact:
Carolina Prime Pet
1-888-370-2360
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Murphy, North
Carolina – Jan. 27, 2009 –
Carolina Prime Pet, a manufacturer and distributor of dog treats, is voluntarily recalling four of its
dog treats that contain peanut butter made by Peanut Corporation [...]
Yorkie Rescue
Submitted by Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Blog
You have got to love the Internet!
It connects us all together!
25 years ago, it was next to impossible
to reach out to others with similar interests.
I was on FLICKR the other day and discovered
several groups for Yorkies! And all these great photos
shot by Janice from the
NorthEastern Yorkie Rescue / Rescue [...]
Wordless Wednesday
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
(that’s a cat underneath the dog)
(photo origin unknown)
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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How to check aggression in puppies
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Dog biting makes up for almost half the claims made under homeowner’s insurance policies. Nearly two thirds of the cases relate to biting incidents that occur with an acquainted dog. At the same time, healthy and well trained dogs are not aggressive and they normally do not bite.
There is evidence [...]
We received the “Sisterhood” award
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
We just received the Sisterhood Award from our dear friend Mountain Woman. As someone said in a comment on her blog, you can’t have too many sisters, and we agree. We don’t want to leave anyone out, so we are passing this award on to all of our faithful readers [...]
Common Meanings Of Cat Behavior
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
A lot of people believe that cats work on their own agenda, not paying much attention to their owner – provided they have clean litter, food, and water.
Cats can behave in odd manners at times, which can easily confuse their owners and make it really hard to determine what the [...]
Introduction to Flower Essences for Pets
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
British physician Edward Bach first began using flower essences (or remedies) for therapeutic purposes in 1931. Bach tested each of his remedies on himself and then offered them to other medical practitioners to use in their practices.
Bach believed that a positive, healthy state of mind could be restored by using [...]
What Does Hair Loss in Cats Signify?
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The condition of skin and coat is an important indicator of your pet cat’s general health. Many common cat and dog skin problems are similar to human skin afflictions. Cat dandruff is the most discussed cat skin disorders.
But feline hair loss seems to be the most prevalent reason behind frequent [...]
Training Your Kitten - Tips and Advice
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
They’re cute, they’re loveable, and they can tear up your favorite chair before you can say, “bad cat!”
Well, of course I’m talking about America’s favorite pet - the cat. (I know, some of you think the dog is America’s favorite pet. But, us cat lovers know better.) But, as most [...]
First Aid for Pets
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Ever consider a first aid kit for Fido or Fluffy? There are a number of items and techniques to help a pet stay comfortable until professional help can be reached. Of course in any emergency situation, your veterinarian should be notified for immediate treatment.
Choking - The Heimlich Maneuver can be [...]
This dog just loves the snow!
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
I came across this cute video of a dog frolicking in very deep snow. It’s amazing how he just keeps going and going, sometimes you can’t even see his head. But it’s obvious he’s really enjoying himself out there. Video is courtesy of dogworks.com.
To watch the video, CLICK HERE.
Rating 3.00 [...]
Chicago Winter Wonderland and Trixie, The Miniature Yorkshire Terrier
Submitted by Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Blog
HELLO EVERYONE!
As many of you know, I had my 1 year
birthday this past fall. So this was really my first winter
to experience snow in Chicago!
WOW! And did we get the snow!
I love playing in it when it’s fluffy and light -
but my dad has a very hard taking my [...]
Loose Leash Walking and all the problems it will solve
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
Loose Leash Walking & the problems is solves
by guest blogger Jenn Guerriero from Big City Dogs
As a trainer in New York City, I am constantly getting calls from clients to
help them solve their dog’s aggression toward other dogs while out walking.
Since the city is heavily populated and the sidewalks are [...]
Chesapeake Bay Retriever
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
Originally, the Chesapeake Bay Retriever has his beginnings in the American colonies, specifically the Bay area, soon after the Revolutionary War. The original dogs of this area were most likely a type of spaniel or duck hunting dogs that were used to help put food on the table. The descendents [...]
GABBY - Rescue Yorkie Hits You Tube With A Song!
Submitted by Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Blog
Tina Ann Byers is proud mom of 4 Yorkie Rescues!
And her baby GABBY (11 months old) now has a song and video
on YOU TUBE!
Baby Gabby, just 2.98 pounds and 11 months old,
was surrendered to Rescue suffering from multiple internal
birth defects. Despite four major surgeries in the last
five months, Gabby [...]
Does your aging cat or dog need a “senior” formula
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
One of my regular readers asked whether an older pet should be switched to a senior formula pet food. I am by no means an expert, so I did some checking on the subject. I wanted to know myself, as Abby and Angel are both entering their senior years, with [...]
Invest In Some Cat Furniture
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
If you are one of the lucky people in the world to own one or many cats as pets, then congratulations because you have chosen one of the best pets you can own. If you have made the commitment to owning cats, then don’t you want to be the best [...]
30 Dog and Puppy Training Tips
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
If you want your dog to respect you and obey your commands, you have to respect your dog. Persistence is imperative in dog and puppy training, as is repetition. Here are 30 tips that will help you train your dog or puppy and assure he is obedient the first time [...]
