How to Win the War against Your Dogs Fleas
All dogs pick up fleas, ticks, and chiggers at one time or another, usually during the warm weather months. Even a pampered city pet can pick up a stray flea from a potted plant. Hunting dogs often return home with a collection of chiggers or ticks. Fleas hop from one dog to another with amazing speed and agility. Your pet only needs to greet one flea infested friend in order to acquire the beginning of a flea colony of his own. External parasites are not a special affliction of dogs. The dog is simply a convenient host for them. We would probably have them too, if our bodies were covered with hair and we ran around without shoes and clothing and sat or slept on the ground. Fleas are the most common...
Newfoundland Dog Breed Info
Some say the Newfoundland breed is said to be descended from a mix of the native Indian dogs of the Beothuk tribe living in Newfoundland many centuries ago, others say that the Newfoundland Dog is descended from the Pyrenean Mastiff and the Mastiff type dogs brought by the Vikings, who were believed to have been the earliest European visitors to the Eastern coast of the North American continent. However the Newfoundland came to be, he is well known historically as a working dog of the country of Newfoundland, having been used for centuries as a fisherman's helper, bringing in the nets full of fish from the sea and pulling the carts full of fish to the local villages. The Newfoundland is considered...
The Cheetah Girls: Ticketnest
Another smashing hit by Walt Disney. A beautiful, innocent story of young teen passionate, wanton spirits who want to excel in music industry. These teen divas are full of energy and thrill like swift felines pouncing in the jungle and they are ready to overcome any difficulty in the way of their success. The story of the film is originally taken from a series of 12 adult books written by Deborah Gregory by the same name as "The Cheetah Girls". The series of books features a story about a girl singing group who want to be discovered someone in the music industry and become famous overnight. They have big and sweet dreams in their young dreamy eyes about their future. And then...
Getting Cats to Feel At Home
When getting a new cat or kitten, it is very important to get her feel good in the new home and family you are bringing her in. Planning and patience are the two main elements of successfully adopting a cat and making the adjustment period be as rapid and stress-free as can be. Cats are generally very territorial and it is a very important thing to their emotional wellness to have a place to call home. After the stress from having been in a shelter or being given up for adoption, being brought to a strange new home increases that stress. So imagine the state of that poor cat! Your task is to make feel comfortable as quickly as possible in the new home you are providing her. The best strategy is to...
Cat Illnesses: When You Should Take Your Cat to a Vet
In addition to your cat's regular vaccinations, how can you know when your cat needs to see a vet? The following conditions and behavior are red flags. Diarrhea Diarrhea can be caused by lots of things - diet, infections, parasites and metabolic problems. Diarrhea is never normal and can cause dehydration and death if it persists. If you can, take a fresh poo sample with you to the vet for testing. One way to test for dehydration is by pressing your finger against your cat's gums. It the spot takes more than two seconds to return to pink, there's a problem. Vomiting Cats often wretch and vomit up stomach contents including hairballs. Hairballs are common and some cat foods are now formulated to...
The English dramatist, Oscar Wilde, once said: "I regard theatre as the greatest of all art forms, the most immediate way in which a human being can share with another the sense of what it is to be a human being." And it is largely due to this tangible sense of human connection that has contributed to the longevity and development of theatre and the theatrical scene across the world. In the US for example, there are many dramatic pieces of theatre staged under the collective and famous name of 'Broadway'. With shows being performed in many professional theatres, Broadway, located in the Manhattan borough of New York, is considered the highest form of professional theatre; appealing to mass...
Ragdoll Cat: Ten Characteristics Of This Loving Cat
Ancestry: The Ragdoll Cat was first bread in the 1960's by an American breeder named Ann Baker. She selectively bred a Persian/angora with Burmese like cats with Siamese markings and their offspring resulted in the Ragdoll cat, a cat with an endearing temperament. Limp: The name "Ragdoll" came from the fact that they go completely limp and relaxed when picked up and held. Pain: It has been said that the Ragdoll is impervious to pain but this simply is not true, it is just a myth. Indoor: The Ragdoll is strictly an indoor cat that is not aggressive and cannot defend itself. It has a very easy going laid back temperament and is perfectly happy as a house pet. Loving Nature: This is a large, loving...
Retinal Detachment in Cats and Dogs
Copyright (c) 2008 The Naturally Healthy The retina is a layer of special light-sensitive cells that lines the back of the eye, and functions like the film in a camera. The image lands on the retina, having been focussed by the lens. Impulses are then sent from cones and rods (special retinal cells), down the optic nerve to the area of the brain that processes images. A retinal detachment occurs if the layer of light-sensitive cells is pulled away from the back of the eye. In animals, this problem tends to present late in the illness, as a dog or cat cannot let us know that some of their vision is impaired. Retinal detachments tend to be picked up only when there is significant visual loss, often...
The Importance of Proper Dog Training
Dog behavior training is very important in preventing aggression and teaching dogs to interact properly with their handlers, other members of the family and other pets. You need to understand how to train your dog properly so that it will be the devoted, loyal and loving companion that you desire. The original dogs were probably orphaned wolf pups that were adopted by human centuries ago. These wild dogs learnt to perform behaviors that their human handlers taught, such as guarding the cave or scaring predators. In exchange, human probably provided them with food, shelter and protection. This relationship still exists and of course, dogs can still perform valuable jobs, including herding, guarding...
Discover How To Take Super Pug Pictures!
Pugs are known as being one of the most amazing looking breeds of dogs on the planet and it is no wonder why people are so fascinated by their appearance. Many owners like to take pictures of their pugs and a new hobby has sprung to life and it's all about taking pug pictures. So much so that they are in fact many sites devoted to this new hobby and contain galleries full of magnificent and strange pug pictures. So what is the best way to take a pug picture? Well that's what this article is all about. Setting First of all, choose a setting that would best suit your pug picture. If you have a strong male pug, then choose a very masculine setting like on a football field or even a battlefield, that...
Excessive sweating, also known as hyperhidrosis, is a problem that many people suffer from. It is also something which is difficult to treat in that there is no particular treatment which has been set aside to treat the symptoms as well as the cause of excessive sweating. Most drastically of course, surgery to stop yourself from sweating is one of the options taken by those who suffer from bouts of excessive sweating. These people are moved by burdens of emotional and mental stress in their everyday daily life to take such steps. For the most part, you will also find that a person who resorts to this option is using it as a last resort, having first tried out just about everything they can find to...
What Should I Buy For My Pet Grooming Kit?
So you have just bought home your new best friend. Whether it is a dog or a cat it will now require looking after and getting a grooming kit is one of the first items you will need to buy. As pet owners we must take care of our pet's health by providing the right diet and grooming everyday depending on their individual needs. Some animals will require far more care and attention than others. Pet Grooming To Ensure A Clean Healthy Coat Depending on the type of pet you have, you will decide on the requirements of the pet grooming kit; however, as most of us have dogs or cats you will find here the essentials required in the pet grooming kits for those two categories. Grooming of your pet should...
Chupacabra - One of the most frightening creatures of Cryptozoology
The Chupacabra is one of the most recent creatures of cryptozoology, first seen during the early 1990s in Puerto Rico. El Chupacabra, Chupacabras or Goat Sucker is a creature native to the Americas, particularly the island where it was first reported, Mexico, and the United States, although this being has been reported in other Latin American communities. Goat sucker is the literal translation to the Spanish word Chupacabra, the name given to the creature after being reported as a winged being, with the habit of attacking and drinking the blood of goats and livestock. Like occurs with other cryptids, the Chupacabra is described in different way after the sightings in Puerto Rico. From the North...
Skin and Coat Problems in Dogs and Cats
The skin, your pet's largest organ, acts as a barrier against harmful invasions from the environment. As an organ of elimination, symptoms of disease often show up in the skin and the body rids itself of toxins Skin problems are probably the most common ailments seen in dogs. Usually they are not a disease in themselves, but a symptom of another underlying problem. The most common reason for skin problems in both dogs and cats is an allergy. Foods, pollens, dust or medications may cause signs of allergy. Problems can also show up due to dietary deficiency or poor diet in general. Symptoms include such as itching, redness, and poor coat quality. If no other reason for the problem can be found, it is...
Myths About Our Eating Habits
Fuelling up with the wrong nutrients can affect how well your body performs and your overall fitness and health. Even though healthy eating is important, here are myths that hinder your performance if you are foolish enough listen to them. Myth: Work out on an empty stomach. That rumbling noise in your stomach is trying to tell you something the noise is produced for a reason! It says you are forcing your body to run without any fuel. Before you exercise or do any physical activity, always eat a light snack such as an apple. Myth: Rely on energy bars and drinks. Although fine these are every once in a while, they do not deliver all the antioxidants you need. Fruits and vegetables are loaded in...
Finding Indie Music on the Internet
Have you ever had the classic experience with a close friend who tells you about a great song and is very confident that you will love it just as much as he or she does? Upon listening to it, you begin to question the trust you have in them, and no longer have faith in their musical opinions. I've had this experience one too many times and I say let modern technology succeed where friends have failed! Finding Music Online There are several online resources available which are much more intuitive than a friend, and can "learn" your music preferences and make suggestions for new music suited to your tastes. These suggestions are tailored to your musical preference history and are pulled from some of...
A Feature on the Super Adorable Persian Cats
There are dog people and there are cat people. If you're a dog person, well this article really isn't for you. However if you're the type that loves cats you really need to look into one of the most beautiful breeds out there and that is the Persian. This is a very popular breed and one you should consider if looking to get your very own feline. Known as one of the most attractive, adorable, and interesting breeds of cats, Persian cats make great pets because of their ability to adjust to an indoor environment. With unique characteristics such as big eyes, wide heads, and thick fur, people can identify them more easily from other cat breeds. Because of their thick fur, pet owners need to wash, clean...
How Cats Communicate with their Owners
Myths about cats continue to persist not only because of their popularity but maybe due to its long told tale story that a "falling cat always land on its feet". Whether this statement is true or not, it's for you to find out. Maybe a try can be the most reliable proof for a new discovery and believing something new for you. Surely, fiction always be a fiction forever. Pet like cats is a likely the same having pet dogs with you. They understand your moves, gestures, reactions, facial expressions and oral communication. Cats have nine lives. Agree or not? For you to discover, you have to understand the day to day routine and activities of your cat. Take extra effort in taking care of them and...
Songs About Cats (or are They?)
Perhaps the most famous Cat Song is The Siamese Cat Song recorded by Peggy Lee. The song is from the Walt Disney 1955 classic "The Lady and The Tramp", an animated film about a classy Cocker Spaniel named Lady who falls for Tramp a scamp of a mongrel. The song however is about two arrogant cats, Si and Am, who have given Siamese cats a bad name ever since. The Siamese Cat Song was penned by Lee along with Sonny Burke and over the years has also been recorded by Freddie and The Dreamers, Mitch Miller, Dave Stewart and Barbara Gaskin, Haylie Duff, and Bobby McFerrin. "We are Siamese if you please, We are Siamese if you don't please." Both The Turtles and Petula Clark stepped into recording studios to...
The Cornish Rex Cat
Cornish Rex is a feline breed that was first reported in the mid of twentieth century in 'Cornwall' United Kingdom when a very unique looking kitten was seen in a domestic cat litter. This baby was a result of genetic mutation and displayed a singular appearance. It had no outer hair and a different body type than other cats. The striking appearance aroused interest and breeding of this felid was started in earnest. Earlier efforts were not quite successful and it took some time before healthy cats with consistent attributes were seen regularly in litters. During their development, Cornish Rex cats were outcrossed with Siamese to give them the elegant body form they currently possess. Today they...
Facts on Blue Pitbulls
The rise in popularity of blue pitbulls has been on the rise the past decade with the ever-increasing interest in the dogs themselves. The interest is spawned from the media coverage that a pitbull gets when it attacks someone however; this fact is pretty uncommon also. It's hard to say how many people are attacked by pitbulls in a year because many are owners attacked and go largely unreported however, on average in the United States there are only a reported 3-4 cases a year. There is no reason to speculate on why or try to understand why these things happen but blue pitbulls haven't been an issue, yet. What is a Blue Pitbull? A blue pitbull is a pitbull is interbred with another species of...
Can Cats and Dogs Live Together?
Many people believe that it is impossible for cats and dogs to live together peacefully. Perhaps this belief is brought on by images seen in cartoons or by one or two negative experiences between cats and dogs. But, in reality, it is quite possible for the two species to live together peacefully - and even to live together as friends. Genetics Genetically, there are reasons for cats and dogs to dislike each other. By nature, dogs are predators that tend to chase things that move quickly and that are smaller than them. Of course, cats fit this description, making them the perfect play toy for dogs wanting to utilize their predatory skills. Cats, who are also predatory, can also exhibit stalking...
Cats And The Dangers Of Intestinal Parasites
Okay, so here is one of the topics of cat care that no one likes to talk about, but still needs to be covered, internal parasites. There are many different types of internal parasites that could potentially cause medical problems in your cat, some of the more common being hookworms, roundworms, coccidiosis, toxoplasmosis, and tape worms. Even if you have had your cat wormed, she could still get roundworms or hookworms. What is even worse, your cat can pass these parasites on to her kittens. These nasty little bugs can cause diarrhea or other types of symptoms in a kitten, but most of the time they leave no trace that a kitten is infested. If you have children in the home, these little kittens can...
Positive Training for Your Barking Dog
They say 'a barking dog doesn't bite' but I am yet to meet anyone who hasn't been convinced otherwise every time some fine specimen of the canine family has bared its fangs and snarled and yelped. Dogs and barking dogs, if you ask my opinion, are two different species all together and while the first can be petted and cuddled and given biscuits to the latter can only be run away from. Most barking dogs are quiet the activity master, every time they open their mouth they make something happen, either your mailman leaves, or your neighbor shuts his window and oh yes, yells out something nasty or your head splits into a thousand aching pieces, like I said they are quite the activist. Unfortunately for...
Nail Fungus And Listerine
Listerine Can Help Cure Nail Fungus Although Listerine is well known as a superior germ-killing mouthwash, it has many other uses including treatment for nail fungus. Many people have reported that their nail fungus problem is cured by soaking their foot or finger in Listerine. Listerine can be used like any other soaking solution such as hydrogen peroxide, vinegar, etc. Some people add a tiny bit of household bleach to the soaking solution. Either powdered bleach or liquid bleach may be used. It generally takes a few months of using Listerine before the nail fungus is cured. For best results, the fungus sufferer must soak his or foot in Listerine at least thirty minutes each day. Although this...
How to Take Beautiful Pictures of your Cat?
When you first bring your new pet feline home after purchasing it, there is a mixture of excitement and happiness in the household, especially for the kids. Make sure you have your camera ready in your hand so you can capture some sweet and adorable memories your family and yourself can cherish in the time to come. Don't just snap rolls and rolls of pictures of your cat on the first day it arrives in your home. Always have some film available, and take the pictures of your cat's progress over the months. This way, you will be able to see its growth, and how fast it learns. Here are some tips to help you to take delightful photographs of your cat: Create pleasant backgrounds. Pictures are best taken...
Cats Dogs and Human Food - How Can Our Food Harm Our Pets?
We're all guilty of it - giving in to those big begging eyes pleading at us for a scrap from the table during dinner. Fido knows just how to get you to concede, and most of us justify that a little won't hurt, or we don't even think of the potential danger at all. But the truth is that human food can be harmful to your pet, and in some cases, can be fatal. It's important to know how certain foods can be unsafe so that you can avoid them for the sake of your animal. Here is how a few of some of the most common "human foods" become harmful for pets: Chocolate and Other Human Foods Containing Caffeine Caffeine is one of the greatest culprits because it contains an alkaloid called theobromine...
Raising Siamese Cats
Of all breeds of cats, the Siamese cat is the ideal cat for the owner who wants a demonstrative and loving cat. Known to be extroverts, Siamese cats are outgoing and sociable. They know who their owners are and are frequently seen shadowing their owner wherever they go. Siamese cats depend on human beings for their survival since they do not possess several traits typically seen in cats. The color of their hair may be good to look at but not good as camouflage. They cannot roam around during the night because they cannot see clearly in low lighted areas. And their hearing sense is less sensitive than those of other breeds of cats. Siamese cats thrive on company. They love to be around people, which...
How To Take Better Kitten Pictures
I compare my kitten with my kids and the love for my kids is equal to the love I have for my kitten, and that is why I make time to take my kitten pictures as my kittens grown into a lovely adult cat. When anyone visits my home, they notice how well groomed my kitten is, and how well treated, and they also notice the collection of pictures I have of my kitten, I place my kitten pictures all over my home. Well, this article isn't about me or my kitten, it's about taking better kitten pictures, and here are 5 tips for doing just that: 1. Always try to avoid sudden movements If you wish to take better kitten pictures, then you should learn not to make any sudden movements and always use better quality...
Child Safety at Halloween - Which Colors Are Safe To Wear?
As we all know, Halloween is filled with outdoor activity. Young children are walking from door to door hollering ?Trick-Or-Treat?. In gated communities, this is a safer practice, since sidewalks and lighted streets are quite common. However, if you live out in a more country-like setting, sidewalks are rare and streetlights few and far between. So, if you decide to take your child trick-or-treating this Halloween where sidewalks are non-existent and streetlights are only found at the corner, make sure to dress them in colors appropriate for the dusk hours. White ? This is the safest color when going out in the evening hours. When headlights hit the bright white of a t-shirt or pair of shorts, the...
Ayurveda Hair Loss Treatments
A Hindu healing tradition that is very popular in India and Sri Lanka is called Ayurveda. This treatment helps the individual with their doshas: vata, pitta, and kapha. These areas create a person's unique prakriti. It is believed that hair loss results from too much pitta. The best way to take care of it is by making changes to a person's diet, use of herbs, oil massage, meditation, breathing techniques, aromatherapy, and yoga. The very best type of diet to prevent hair loss is one that is high in protein and iron. This involves eating green, leafy vegetables and foods that don't contain much fat such as soy and yogurt. It is helpful to drink Aloe Vera juice and to add sesame seeds to your salads...
In Search Of That Perfect Coat For Our Dogs And Cats
Pet owners always wish that their cats and dogs had that perfect sheen on their coats. And for many years, pet owners have given fatty acids to their dogs and cats to change a dull, dry coat into a more glossy one. Recent research has shown that fatty acids play important roles in other areas of skin and coat health. The diet of cats and dogs differ in many respects. While dogs like us are omnivorous, cats are carnivorous. In spite of the difference in diets, it is a known fact that one of the necessary elements of a health promoting diet for us humans, for dogs, and for cats is fats. Fatty Acids are important for a wide array of cell structure components and for many chemical reactions in the body...