Pet Care Information

Guinea Pigs Care and Health
Guinea pigs are often requested by kids to have in the home. They are kid-friendly as
they tend not to be biters or to claw you.
They may make a squealing noise though that
can be a bit jolting!
Some potential problems to be aware of include:
A) Vitamin C deficiency in you guinea pig pet [...]

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Dogs, including shih tzu, by nature are predatory animals, and all predatory animals share the motivation to chase fleeing objects. While this may be a natural instinct, it is not appropriate when those fleeing objects are joggers, bicyclists or the mailman.
Training the shih tzu not to chase people and bicycles is an important [...]

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With spring around the corner, many people tie on their neglected
running shoes and hit the road. Are you one of those people? If so, as
you head out the door, don’t forget your dog.
Obesity in dogs in the United States is just as big of a problem as it is
with their owners. Remember all those cold [...]

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Fortunately for us, the members of the royal and noble families of Spain were particularly attached to dogs, especially toy dogs. Many of the famous painters of the time painted family portraits which included their dogs. Works by Velasquez, Murillo and Goya in particular painted portraits of royal families and their dogs, many [...]

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“My cat is awake all night, full of energy and is stopping me from getting any sleep. It’s driving me nuts!
Most cats spend a good part of their daylight hours sleeping, they like nothing better than finding a warm spot and enjoying a little snooze.
The trouble is that some cats are wide-awake when night falls [...]

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Many children have special needs. They may need to have the ability to interact with a cat, dog, or other furry friend can really have a positive impact on their quality of life. Interacting with a pet can sometimes enhance recovery following a very serious illness. It can change their quality of life. [...]

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Puggle dogs are being called the new designer dog and are a relatively new hybrid. They are a cross between a male pug and a female beagle.
They have become very popular and people love them because they are so cute, cuddly and adorable! They are a wonderful and caring breed with a lovable [...]

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Were you aware that there are literally hundreds of distinct dog breeds? When you decide to get a dog, choosing the right dog breed for you and your family is essential. With so many different dog breeds available, this can become a very daunting task. Luckily, there are ways in which you can narrow down [...]

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Few people know this, but pet insurance has actually been around for about 15-20 years.
The number of pet owners who have Pet Insurance is growing rapidly every year - especially since the plans have been getting better over the years.
Until pet insurance came along, preventative and routine care, as well as emergencies and diseases were [...]

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Dogs are absolutely wonderful pets. As the years pass, they become an integral part of your family. Unfortunately, the life span of a pup is not as long as ours which leads to some difficult decisions.
The Decision to Put Your Pup to Sleep
All dog breeds are unique, but the one constant is that they do [...]

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