Archive for Pets


What to Do If Your Dog Has Gas

Canine flatulence is not a fun thing to experience. Dogs tend to have very smelly gas and, apart from the nasal assault, you`ll notice that your pet is rather uncomfortable as well. Gas in dogs can be the result of several different problems and it is best to try and figure out which one is the issue before you attempt to treat your dog. Possible Causes of Canine Gas Your dog is most likely suffering from a fairly minor problem, but in some cases... Read More


Fat Dogs

Many dog owners refer to their fat dogs as cute and cuddlesome. Fat dogs are often mistaken as healthy canines without realizing that obesity is a serious problem, which needs immediate attention. Dogs tend to lose weight more easily than gaining it, by skipping, leaping, hopping and playing. Despite this fact, roughly 25% pet dogs brought to vets are overweight. This brings us to the conclusion that it is often a wrong dietary pattern, which is ... Read More


Fun Activity Ideas For You and Your Dog

Caring for a dog goes beyond the concept of mere ownership. You should view your dog not only as a possession, but also as a companion, friend and beloved member of your family. Because of this, it’s important to develop a bond with your dog through activities that will not only bring you closer together, but also ensure your animal stays strong, fit and active. Keep reading for some great suggestions and tips on activities you can do with ... Read More


How to Remove Pet Odor From the Carpet

If you have dogs, you know how that unpleasant odor can stick to carpets. It?s not that you don?t love your dogs, you can love them and not the smell! Wet dog odors are particularly stubborn and tend to get right into carpet fibers. Then they release that nasty smell all the time and turn your home into a “dog” house. Fortunately, you don?t have to live with that smell in your carpets. Carpet tends to pick up nasty odors far easier th... Read More


Undernourished Horses

It is important to monitor your horses weight regularly, especially if he is prone to weight loss. A good way to monitor weight is with a weigh tape that can be purchased at most local tack shops or feed stores. If you use this tape at the same time each week it will be about 90% accurate and will let you know if there is any potential problems with your horse with weight loss being a symptom. There is also a thing called a weighbridge that your ... Read More


Tips For Senior Dog Care

Having a dog that is starting to advance in years needs special care that is different from that of a much younger dog or puppy. A dog that has hit its senior years often has lost a lot of its former spunk and energy. Someone who owns a senior pooch has to pay much closer attention to their dog’s health needs in order to keep the dog healthy. Here are a few tips to help you along with the process of learning how to care for your older puppy... Read More


Tips For Taking Care of a Puppy

If you have young children at home there is no doubt you know how wonderful the experience of bringing home a new puppy can be. Watching your kids’ faces light up with smiles and watching them play with their new friend is heartwarming. However, your children will need to be taught how to properly take care of their new pets. Here are a few tips for you and your kids to help you take the best care of your puppy that you can. The first tip ... Read More


Taking Proper Care of Your Cat

Cats make some of the best pets you can have. They are especially good pets for people who have busy lives and schedules that can’t afford to give a pet all of their time and attention. Cats are pretty private animals that don’t constantly need your attention, which frees up a lot of time. They are also fairly quiet pets which make them nice pets for people who live in apartments. There are a lot of different aspects to taking care o... Read More


Paint Horse Breed

The American paint horse is a stock-type horse that is intelligent and is built for agility and speed and has a “willing” attitude. He is ideal for many different riding needs such as ranch work, showing, pleasure riding, rodeo events and they are wonderful horses for children and beginning riders. In order for a horse to be registered as a paint he must fit in to three catagories. Tobiano, Overo or Tovero paints. The Tobiano pattern ... Read More