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Cat Social Behavior
Cats make great pets for so many reasons. They are small in size and don’t occupy a lot of room. They preferentially use a litter box so don’t have to be walked. They can often be left at home alone …
Tip – 9 – Puppies chasing their tails – Should you be concerned?
Even though it may look like puppy has gone bonkers when he/she furiously chases its own tail, this is fairly normal behaviour. It is usually seen after the puppy has been separated from its littermates. Puppy is just playing by …
Tip – 14 – Submissive urination in dogs – Submissive urination is not a house training problem
Dogs are genetically programmed, to live in a hierarchical group. Some dogs are more dominant, and other dogs are less dominant or more submissive. Normally dogs will accept their owners as the leaders of the pack. They are in essence, …
Greeting Strange Dogs
Are two always better than one? It is often tempting to add a second dog to the family, whether for your own enjoyment or just to keep your current dog company. Two dogs will give you twice and fun and …
Tip – 10 – Dog breeders and cat breeders – How to choose a reputable breeder
Although there are many good breeders out there there are also many bad breeders. These are breeders that keep their pets in horrible surroundings and have no real interest in the breed. Their only goal is to make money. Here …
Pet Mice
Although many people are afraid of mice, certain breeds of mice can make great pets. House mice, scientifically known as (Mus musculus) can make good pets for adults or older children. They come in a variety of colours like white, …
Tip 70 – Dog nips or bites owner – dog nips or bites kids, family members or guests
Although most domesticated adult dogs don’t bite family members, all dogs have the potential to bite. A dog’s teeth are one of its tools and it uses them to accomplish its goals. Whether it is trying to get something it …
Breathing problems in cats – Pet tip 186
When we think of our pet cats getting ill, we very often think that their bodies will fight off whatever is ailing them and occasionally this is true. There are plenty of feline illnesses or conditions however that require priority …
Pet Chinchillas
The chinchilla looks like a mix of three different animals. It has the rotund body of a guinea pig, short rabbit-like ears, and a squirrel tail. This is a unique critter that is kept as a pet less frequently than …
