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How much Does Owning a Dog Cost?
How Much Does It Really Cost To Own and Care For A Dog?
Depending on where you live, and the type of dog you are considering, there can be substantial differences in the costs to acquire and care for a …
Euthanasia
These days it is less and less common for a pet to simply ‘die’. With the amazing advances in veterinary medicine, pets are living healthier and longer lives. Veterinarians are able to fix or treat many of the problems that …
Tip 91 – Switching pet foods – How to safely switch your pet’s food
Whether you are switching from a puppy/kitten food to an adult formula or switching to a new brand of pet food entirely, there are some steps that you should follow to ensure that the change is gradual and safe for …
Tip 59 – Dog drank antifreeze cat drank antifreeze – antifreeze poisoning in cats and dogs
Antifreeze is a coolant used in cars that is deadly to cats and dogs even in small doses. Dogs especially like the taste of antifreeze because it is somewhat sweet. Almost all commercially made antifreeze contains the ethylene glycol (EG) …
Dogs – Clicker Training
Clicker Training – What is a Clicker ?
A clicker is a small handheld noisemaker that makes a distinct “click” when it is pressed. Clicker training is a subset or restricted application of OPERANT CONDITIONING.
Clicker training is merely a …
Cats that Beg for Food – Pet tip 183
Begging behaviour is really common in dogs and normally occurs when dogs hang around humans eating at a table. They stare you down with their sad eyes; they whimper, paw you and perhaps even bark in order to get you …
Freshwater or Saltwater
Many aquarists are inspired to take up the hobby when they first see a well-kept marine tank (saltwater), with its exotic corals, swaying anemone, and flashy tropical fish. However, the costs and considerations when first setting up this type of …
Pet Rats and Tumors
As pets, rats can be a great alternative to owning dogs or cats. However, they are not without their own set of health problems, one of the most common of which is tumors.
Before we start talking about the different …
Ferret Insulinoma
Ferrets are high-energy critters that spend hours each day playing and looking for ways to escape. As a result, it can be extremely alarming if your ferret suddenly lacks energy to play. This lethargy is commonly caused by a tumor …
Tip 51 – Dog sprayed by a skunk – cat got skunked – what to do
If your dog or cat gets sprayed by a skunk the first thing you want to do is make sure your pet is physically OK. If your dog or cat was scratched, it’s best you contact the vet asap to …
