Archive for March, 2009
« Previous EntriesShopping From A Breeder (Part 1): The Best Places To Find A Professional Breeder
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Shopping From A Breeder (Part 1): The Best Places To Find A Professional Breeder
What steps should be taken when deciding on who and where to buy a new puppy from when giving the little pup as a Christmas gift or a birthday present?
The first step is to make sure that [...]
Your Dog’s Eyes (Part 3)
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Many eye diseases in dogs can be successfully cured surgically if non-surgical treatments do not help. In the condition in which the tear glands and ducks are not producing tears, for example, a medication is put into the dog’s food in the form of drops.
If there is any function at [...]
Buy one, Give one
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
Buy one, Give one
As you know with the economy, pet charities are struggling. For the month of April, help us help them. For each pet sticker you purchase, we will send one to a pet charity to add to their event prizes, raffles.
You must enter “BUY ONE GIVE ONE” in [...]
Emergency First Aid For Dogs: Approaching An Injured Dog
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Emergency First Aid For Dogs 5: Approaching An Injured Dog
The most common of all accidents involving dogs is the one in which the dog is struck by a car. To help you prepare as best possible should, you run into this type of scenario with a hurt canine, please read [...]
Border Collie Dog Breed
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The Border Collie has been bred for over 100 years with functionality as the number one priority. These sheep herding dogs were abundant in Great Britain during the 1800s, however they were made up of different types. Most of these dogs were considered to be fetching dogs who had the [...]
Shopping From A Breeder: The Large Professional Breeder (Part 1)
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Shopping From A Breeder: The Large Professional Breeder (Part 1)
Generally speaking, there are three different types of breeders: the large professional breeder, the small professional breeder, and what is usually referred to as the backyard breeder. Today we will discuss the advantages of buying your puppy from a large professional [...]
Basic Ear Care For Your Dog
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
I absolutely love rubbing my dog’s ears! Regardless of the shape and size, dog ears are adorable and most dogs melt with ecstasy when they get their ears rubbed. However, ear massages alone will not be enough to keep your dog or puppy’s ears healthy.
Ears are one of the central [...]
Bloodhound Dog Breed
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Although the bloodhound is one of those dogs that has a lazy facial expression and is often found lying around the house, do not let these characteristics fool you. This dog can be an extremely focused and energetic tracker once he catches a trail scent. And the bloodhound is known [...]
Dry Pet Shampoo
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
For pets that just won’t put up with water baths, try this simple dry shampoo.
Place 1/2 to 1 Cup bran, oatmeal or cornmeal on a cookie sheet. Put the oven on low for 5 minutes to warm the grain. Removing a little at a time, so that the rest stays [...]
First Aid - The Dangers Of Snakes & Insect Bites
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First Aid The Dangers Of Snakes & Insect Bites Your Dog May Face
When your dog is having fun running around in nature’s great outdoors, there is always a good possibility that he will be bit by bugs or even a snake, as well as stung by creatures like scorpions and [...]
Shopping From A Breeder: The Large Professional Breeder (Part 2)
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Shopping From A Breeder: The Large Professional Breeder (Part 2)
Large professional breeders are able to supply you with an amazing amount of detailed information on the dog that interests you. In addition to pedigree information, an exercise and diet program specific to that breed, and records of behavior through the [...]
Have You Checked Your Dog’s Ears Lately?
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
Ear trouble is common among dogs, particularly dogs with floppy ears, like hounds, or heavy hair growth within the ear canals, like Poodles. (The reason, obviously, lack of ventilation.) As a matter of fact, where the little Poodles are concerned, it is highly doubtful that any of them can survive [...]
Helping Your Pet Perform at Their Best
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
When it comes to competing in shows and competitions, your pet needs to be in peak health. But constant high stress and anxiety levels can have a damaging effect on your pet’s condition and performance.
The excitement of the competition can also wreak havoc on your carefully laid plans. Just when [...]
Black Russian Terrier (Working Group)
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The Black Russian Terrier can be summed up in three words: bold, confident and affectionate. These courageous canines are considered to be one of the top choices among families that want a loving house pet that can also protect them with excellent guard dog abilities. In fact, Black Russian Terrier [...]
First Aid - How To Take Care Of Your Puppy If He Has A Bleeding Wound
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First Aid - How To Take Care Of Your Puppy If He Has A Bleeding Wound
It is very common for puppies to wind up in troublesome situations where they get hurt from their adventures. Like small children, puppies see everything as a possibility for fun, even dangerous situations which adult [...]
Shopping From A Breeder: The Small Professional Breeder (Part 1)
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Shopping From A Breeder: The Small Professional Breeder (Part 1)
If your new puppy hasn’t eaten as much as you think he should, if he sneezes once too often for your liking, if he howls all night when you think he should be adjusted to his new surroundings then you can [...]
Be cautious of human medications around pets
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
As an informed pet owner, you’ve probably “pet-proofed” your home so that your little fur ball can’t access dangerous chemical products inside and outside of your home. And if you’re a regular reader here, you’ve read my list of houseplants, outdoor plants, and human foods that are poisonous to pets.
But [...]
Be cautious of human medications around pets
Submitted by The Cat/Dog Log Blog
As an informed pet owner, you’ve probably “pet-proofed” your home so that your little fur ball can’t access dangerous chemical products inside and outside of your home. And if you’re a regular reader here, you’ve read my list of houseplants, outdoor plants, and human foods that are poisonous to pets.
But [...]
The Pomchi
Submitted by Big Paw Designs Blog
The Pomchi is a cross between a Pomeranian and a Chihuahua. The American Canine Hybrid club officially recognizes this designer breed as Chiranian, but it is commonly referred to as the Pomchi. These lovable dogs are rather tiny, ranging from 5-12 lbs and 6-9 inches tall when full grown.
As with [...]
Inspiring New Book about Dog Love - Coming Soon!
Submitted by Miniature Yorkshire Terrier Blog
This past week, my dads went on a trip to Barcelona.
And I couldn’t go.
So I had to stay with some strangers. They are friends
of my dads, Jeff and Andrea Maziarek are big dog lovers!
So I took a liking to them right away and they liked me too.
(How could [...]
Dogs Versus Kids
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
My sister tried to convince me that her dogs are less of a hassle than my kids. While I�m not sure I�ll trade my daughter for a Doberman yet, I thought she made a few good points.
1. Dogs will love you unconditionally forever. Kids will love you unconditionally until they [...]
Report: Pica A Deadly Disease & How You Can Prevent It
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Report: Pica A Deadly Disease & How You Can Prevent It
If you’ve never heard of Pica before then consider yourself lucky, as most dog owners familiar with this deadly disease more than likely learned about it from personal experience, as they watched their lovable pet get rushed to the veterinary [...]
Black and Tan Coonhound (Hound Group)
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The Black and Tan Coonhound is one dog breed that makes an excellent house dog that has retained its strong internal desire to hunt. Once properly trained they are calm, quiet, and moderately affectionate with the family indoors. When outside they will pick up a scent in a heartbeat, often [...]
First Aid How To Administer CPR To Your Injured Dog
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First Aid How To Administer CPR To Your Injured Dog
Do you know what to do if your puppy is suddenly lying on the ground after being seriously injured by a car accident, poisoned, electric shock, or is choking? I realize that the last thing you want to do is imagine [...]
Shopping From A Breeder: The Backyard Breeder
Submitted by Natural Pet Health Blog
The third type of breeder that offers puppies for sale is known as the backyard breeder. These people should never be confused with the small professional breeder. The backyard breeder can be considered the bad apple in the barrel.
Low-Priced Puppies, Only $50.00
This type of headline can be found all across [...]
