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Training Your Dog To Heel
by tonystai.One of the first commands your dog learns ought to be the 'HEEL' command. This command will be useful in insuring the security of your dog while out in public and will make you look like the proprietor of a well-mannered and lovable dog. To add to ...
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Choosing The Perfect Bed For Your Dog
by infocus.Anyone with a pet dog knows that these lovable creatures love to curl up snugly or stretch out nonchalantly at their favorite spot and snooze. Right after an energetic game of catch or past feeding time, dogs usually retreat to their own space and sl...
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Teaching Your Ferret Tricks
by leedobbins.Ferret may seem flighty but they are actually rather smart and you can teach your ferret tricks. Just look at the ferrets that have starred in movies and you can see that they can be trained. The trick to training ferrets is that you need to rememb...
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Respiratory Disorders In Dogs & How To Treat Them
by genesower.Dogs can suffer from a variety of respiratory ailments. Here are some common conditions to look for that should be brought to your vet's attention at the first signs.Sneezing or Nasal DischargeIt is very common for all dogs to sneeze on an occasiona...
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How To Help Your Dog With Food Allergies
Because every dog is unique, it's sometimes very difficult to determine what causes food-related allergies and what doesn't. Common pet food culprits include wheat, corn and soy. Various proteins also create their share of problems in certain dogs. I...
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Getting A Great Cage For Your Ferret
by leedobbins.You're planning on adopting a ferret and looking forward to having this energetic and inquisitive creature running around your house, but have you though about what kind of cage to get him?You might be thinking that your ferret will be out and about,...
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Hypoallergenic Dogs - Are You Allergic To Your Westie?
by zenithpublishing.Hypoallergenic dogs - This may come as a surprise to you, but did you know that 1 in 10 people are allergic to dogs.According to study from the American College of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, it has been estimated that about 10% of the populatio...
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How To Select A Good Dog Trainer
by marclindsay.If you are looking to get your first puppy or your first dog or if you have a dog that has a particular problem then you may want to look at using the services of a professional dog trainer. A trained dog trainer will have a great many tricks under h...
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West Highland Terriers - A Wonderful Breed Apart
by zenithpublishing.West Highland Terriers or Westies ( as they are more beeter known) are furry coated dogs, with dots for coal black eyes and button noses.Why are they sought after by many dog lovers? These friendly creatures are well-behaved ( well most of the time,...
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Training your new puppy to accept the collar and lead.
by 25072911.Walking on a collar and lead is an important skill that every dog must learn. Even the best trained dog should never be taken outside the home or yard without a sturdy collar and leash. Even if your dog is trained perfectly to go off lead, accident...
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Providing Bird Houses for Feathered Friends
by hunter.Many people enjoy animals of avian nature. There's something about the natural ability to fly that captures the human imagination. Birds come in many colors, arrayed in nature's beautiful, and sometimes extravagant, plumage. Whether you want to provi...
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The Brittany Spaniel - Equally at Home on Hearth or Field
by granola.The Brittany Spaniel - sometimes called simply the "Brittany" - is one of the most popular birding dogs, but has also become a very popular family pet. The attractive coloration and easy temperament have brought it into many homes. Still, there are a...

Tips On Making Your Cat And Dog Coexist
by ken456.If you have a cat and a dog or are planing to have both, you need to know how to make them coexist. The phrase "fighting like cats and dogs" didn't come up as someone's idea of a joke just for cartoons (Tom and Jerry comes into mind). Dogs are often ...
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Quick And Effective Ways To Stop Your Dog From Barking
by marclindsay.It is usual to give new dogs a lot of attention when we first get them but this can lead to trouble. By spoiling a dog and giving them love and attention whenever they desire it you are setting yourself up for a barking dog. Boredom is the most commo...
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Why You Need A Scratching Post For Your Cat
by ken456.As a cat lover, learning about this subject will help you more in the long run than you may realize. Make your cat happy by providing a scratching post. Cats are generally lovable animals until the time when they ruin your sofa and your carpet, no th...
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The Rhodesian Ridgeback - A Hound Among Hounds
by granola.The most prominent feature of the Rhodesian Ridgeback is also the one this dog is known for - a line of hair that grows in the opposite direction from the rest of his coat. This "ridge" lies along the backbone of the dog, but isn't a protrusion from ...

The Irish Wolfhound - A Big Dog with a Bigger Heart
by granola.The Irish Wolfhound became so popular as a gift a couple of centuries ago that exportation from Britain was banned for several decades. They are a very large dog, sometimes weighing in at 150 pounds. The Irish Wolfhound has a shaggy coat and a muscul...
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Choosing The Right Name For Your Pet
by asupport.After bringing home your new puppy, the next step would be naming it.Some people will see your dog's name as a reflection of the dog's personality or even your own. So it is important that you should choose wisely, but have fun too.In the past, we te...
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Who Else Wants to Avoid These Cat Claw Catastrophies?
by romicat.Don't get caught holding the bag when your cat decides to claw houseguests and unsuspecting members of your family.Even after you have gotten your cat used to using her own personal scratching post to sharpen her claws on a regular basis, there are s...
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The Shetland Sheepdog - When Only a Sheltie Will Do
by granola.The Shetland Sheepdog - sometimes called a Sheltie - has often been described as a "miniature Lassie." Shetland Sheepdogs are not the Collies made popular on the TV series, but do look like smaller versions of that breed. It's likely that the Shetlan...

The American Foxhound - Beauty and Stamina - Foxes Beware!
by granola.The American Foxhound is a close cousin to the English Foxhound, but has been bred to enhance some specific traits. One of those is a keener sense of smell. The goal was to ensure that the breed could smell there quarry while on the run - even when t...
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Bird Houses In Consideration
by infoserv.Like many things, bird houses are prone to cycles of infatuation and disregard. Yet through the years these wooden contrivances of kindness have seemed to be a mainstay of yards throughout the United States, Europe and other places. In fact, these bi...
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Are There Benefits In Walking Your Cat?
by ken456.Think you already know what this subject is all about? Chances are that you don't, but by the end of this article you will! Aside from dogs, cats are the next best pets for the home. In fact, 34.7 million households in the United States own at least ...
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Westie Puppies - Why Are They Sought After By Many Dog Lovers?
by zenithpublishing."Westies" or Westhighland Terriers are furry coated dogs, with dots for coal black eyes and button noses.Why are Westie puppies sought after by many dog lovers? Because these friendly creatures are well-behaved, loyal and affectionate dogs, who may b...
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When Should I Start Training My Puppy?
by onewil486.If you have a puppy, you must start training early, but do it gently.Your puppy has to have confidence in you before he can begin learning. Remember that puppies are like children - they have growing bodies, short attention spans, and will only lear...
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