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How can my child benefit from having a pet?1.Social skills and self-esteem. Feelings and positive experiences with their pet can help children feel good about their own.... Read More
The West Highland White Terrier or Westie, has it's origin, as the name suggests, in the western Scottish Highlands. They were originally bred for controlling the population... Read More
Shy dogs are more common than most people think, but unfortunately many dogs who suffer from this affliction are never seen by the general public because of... Read More
For a cat, scratching is a natural, necessary act. Besides keeping her claws in top shape, the stretching involved in a good scratch keeps her upper body... Read More
Did you know that pets outnumber people in the United States? Recent statistics have shown that 62% of homes have a pet, and that 46% of homes... Read More
If you've ever watched as a cat "flipped" over fresh catnip perhaps you've been struck with the question; "what causes Catnip to affect cats that way?" Catnip... Read More
The proper selection of a training collar can have a significant impact on the success of any dog training program. Most new dog trainers make the mistake... Read More
It was the Saturday morning of August 20, 2004 and my two kids saying that they couldn't find our cat Nala anywhere waked me up. I didn't... Read More
The aim of a Westie rescue centre such as the one at: http://www.westierescuescheme.org.uk/ is for rescuing and re-housing unwanted westie dogs.There are many other westie rescue sites... Read More
Before you decide to give your dog canine arthritis medicine you should understand what arthritis is and why medication will ease your dog's symptoms.Arthritis in dogs is... Read More
Your mind-set, approach and way of thinking (beliefs) are critical to building trust and a lasting relationship with your horse. Your mind-set is the first thing you... Read More
The teaching and training of dog tricks while not a necessary part of a dog's education, is an achievement that offer dog owners and his friends a... Read More
As a business, I've not been in the holistic pet care industry long. As a pet owner and pet care worker, it has been a very long... Read More
Some people have horses they don't dare tie. Why? Because they break their halters and/or crossties. So what is a person to do in their horse training... Read More
Beautiful as they are, Boston Terriers have some genetic traits and defects that you must always be mindful of. In order to keep your dogs' health in... Read More
Incredible advances in veterinary medicine are making it possible for cats to live longer, healthier lives than ever before. The quality of your cat's health is the... Read More
At some time or another even the sweetest cat "misbehaves." Ironically, a cat's bad act is usually quite normal behavior for her, but may have a result... Read More
Herbology, basically, is the use of herbs in the treatment of many types of illness. Herein the emphasis of treatment is based strongly on the specific use... Read More
Dear Fellow Dog Lover,I assume you love your dog, or you probably wouldn't be reading this. But, looking at your "battle-field" of a yard filled with holes... Read More
Let's face it ? Fido and Fluffy are an important part of your family. Do you want to have to assign a dollar value to them if... Read More
Losing a family pet can be a traumatic experience, especially on children who are close to the lost pet. But, one in three pet owners fail to... Read More
Itch, itch. Scratch, scratch, scratch. Does that sound familiar? Hopefully not, but if it does you might be one of the millions of people whose dog has... Read More
Most people who have horses would like to develop a quality relationship with their horse, but only achieve mediocrity, often accepting this as a good result. Why,... Read More
Here are 5 things to do to put the odds of getting a good horse in your favor.Let me share a short story with you about public... Read More
Obesity is one of the most important health concerns facing dogs. If you love your dog, you should do something about it. Overweight dogs live shorter and... Read More
Much has been written about the Discus, or Symphysodon aequifasciatus, its Latin name. The Discus has always been given a bad rap for being hard to raise... Read More
Unfortunately, there are a number of household items which we tend to take for granted that are potentially very dangerous to your dog's health. It is especially... Read More
It's important to understand your dog's sleeping habits and how they influence its behavior, particularly when your dog gets disturbed.You see, Dogs will usually sleep for around... Read More
Have you ever thought about what you need to do should your dog ? or another dog ? ever suffer a serious, life-threatening injury? What if they... Read More
It's been weeks since you went riding. Now you have time to ride this afternoon and there ain't no one gonna stop you. Excited, you saddle up... Read More
Now that my services have expanded into the "matchmaking" business, it dawned on me that we need to talk about the transition of a bird moving to... Read More
Since having a dog is such a common thing, do you really need to know anything more than how much it costs?Well, how did you choose your... Read More
Many parents know that the best way for children to learn compassion and the importance of keeping commitments is by helping to care for a pet. Children... Read More
With ancestors who were a breed of tenacious terriers, most often used for ratting (hunting vermin), the Skye Terrier has become less a working dog and more... Read More
Are you irritated by your dog's drooping ears or your kitty's tail which is capable of sweaping off a coffee table in a mere second? Is your... Read More
The 6 Keys To Building A Life Long Partnership With Your HorseToday I would like to talk with you about the equipment you will need and a... Read More
Without agility, the most muscular person in the world couldn't win a fight against a fifth-grader. But did you know that for a dog agility is possibly... Read More
Did you know that pets outnumber people in the United States? Recent statistics have shown that 62% of homes have a pet, and that 46% of homes... Read More
Almost every dog owner will have to use some sort of behavior modification techniques at one time or another when training their prized pet. If you are... Read More
Congratulations on your choice to bring home a West Highland Terrier rescue dog. By electing to adopt one of the rescued Westies, you are giving an older... Read More
So you're getting a Rottweiler puppy? Here are some general tips to help you choose a healthy, happy Rottweiler puppy.Note: These are only general tips to help... Read More
Natural preventative pet care isn't a new thing but it certainly isn't fully mainstream yet. One of the challenges is being able to re-educate the public to... Read More
What happens when we die? In our society, death is often hidden away. Rarely are we present for the passing of a loved one, a major exception... Read More
Training CollarsTraining collars are a tool many pet owners utilize to teach their pets boundaries. There are several different types and several different options available to the... Read More
Until a very recent period, dog worms were thought to be of a spontaneous origin, brought about by the influence of heat upon decaying vegetable matter, and... Read More
Pet DoorsAre you considering installing a pet door for your pet? If so, you are in luck. Pet doors are becoming more common and more available. In... Read More
It is entirely normal to look for signs of intelligence in your dog. Even puppies that are not especially smart nonetheless display flashes of brilliance in their... Read More
The performing of dog tricks, while not a necessary part of a dog's education, is an accomplishment that offer dog owners and his friends a great deal... Read More
Unfortunately, accidents can - and DO happen, so it's always a good idea to be prepared! While accidents usually produce obvious injuries, illnesses are often kept well... Read More
Dog careAccepting responsibility of your new pet friend is truly serious business. Caring for your new best pet friend is rewarding with that I feel good feeling.... Read More
Presently, and throughout the 1990s a phenomena swept through the dog-lover's community. It was called "Clicker Training," and was implemented to teach dogs (along with horses and... Read More
Mistake #7 ? Assuming You Can Get On Any Horse And Simply RideNot all horses are the same. Some you can get on and easily ride. Some... Read More