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Dog Articles
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Dogs Addison's Disease in dogs One of the main disorders affecting the adrenal glands
Dogs Anal glands in dogs What anal glands are and possible problems
Dogs Behavior problems in dogs Common canine behavior problems and treatments
Dogs Bloat in dogs 2 articles on bloat in dogs
Dogs Canine distemper Distemper in dogs - a general article by Dr. Van Lienden
Dogs Canine leptospirosis Leptospirosis in dogs
Dogs Calming signals from dogs Your dog's behaviour can tell you how calm they are
Dogs Car travel with dogs Some car tips to make travelling with your dog easier
Dogs Children and dogs Dogs and kids - how to keep everyone safe
Dogs Choosing a dog breed Checklist and article By Dr. Bruce Fogle DVM
Dogs Cloudy eyes in dogs Why dogs get cloudy eyes and how to treat it
Dogs Collapsed Trachea Issues surrounding dogs the can get collapsed tracheas
Dogs Controlling Barking Excerpt from How To Speak Dog by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Cryptorchidism in dogs Dog testicles that do not descend
Dogs Cushing's Disease in dogs One of the main disorders affecting the adrenal glands
Dogs Deaf dog - Jacob A personal account of Jacob the deaf Boston Terrier
Dog Deaf dogs Determining if your dog is deaf - living with a deaf dog
Dog Deaf dog psychology Dealing with issues faced by deaf dogs
Dogs Dental care for dogs Dogs need dental care to prevent diseases
Dogs Dewlaps and dogs What is a dog's dewlap
Dogs Dog agility Dog agility is a great sport for you and your dog
Dogs Dog barks when left alone Types of dogs that bark when left alone, and treating them
By Jacque Schultz CPDT
Dogs Dog biting - dog aggression Why dogs bite - aggression in dogs
Dogs Dog bones Feeding your dog uncooked bones. By Carina MacDonald
Dogs Dog breeds for older people Good dog breeds if you are older or less active
Dogs Dog breeds that travel well Good dog breeds suitable for traveling with their owner
Dogs Dog breeds that don't travel well Good dog breeds suitable for owners that like traveling without their pets
Dogs Dog eats feces (coprophagia) What to do when your dog eats poop
Dogs Dog owner responsibility Article describing your legal responsibility for a dog bite
Dogs Dogs - Canine rivalry - dog fighting What you do with 2 dogs that don't get along
Dogs Dogs - Clicker training Article describing basic clicker training principles.
Dogs Dog dewclaws What are dewclaws and should they be removed
Dogs Dog ear infections Ear infections in dogs - a general article by Dr. Van Lienden
Dogs Dog lice A short article on lice in dogs
Dogs Dog licking - Why dogs lick Excerpt from How To Speak Dog by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Dogs - Nothing in life is free - NILF Be a good boss - make your dogs work for their treats
Dogs Dog poops in the house Article on inappropriate elimination in the home
Dogs Dog separation anxiety Article on separation anxiety when dogs are left alone
Dogs Dog tails - Docking tails Should we dock (cut) dog tails?
Dogs Dog tails - Why dogs wag their tails Excerpt from How To Speak Dog by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Dog tails - general information General information on dog tails
Dogs Dog training - breed differences Dog training - breed differences by Dr. Bruce Fogle DVM
Dogs Dog training - dog training at home Training your dog at home by the Dumb Friends League
Dogs Dog urinates in home Article on house soiling in dogs.
Dogs Dog vaccination Why we need to vaccinate dogs
Dogs Dog walking Dog walking doesn't have to be a chore
Dogs Epileptic pets can still be affectionate loving companions.

A short article on pets with epilepsy.

By Dr. Bernier DVM
Dogs Exercise requirements for dogs How much exercise does my dog need?
Dogs Feeding a starved dog How to feed a starving or abused dog that you've rescued.
Dogs First aid for dogs A good basic article on different first aid treatments for dogs.
Dogs Getting a dog Things you need to consider BEFORE you get a dog.
Dogs Getting a new dog Another article on choosing the right dog for you.
Dogs Getting a second dog A second dog may be a good thing or a bad thing for your family
Dogs Greeting strange dogs How to approach or greet strange dogs
Dogs Head halters for dogs Dog training tool for behaviour control
By Julie Sansregret AHT and dog trainer
Dogs Heartworm in dogs Short article on heartworm disease in dogs.
Dogs Hip dysplasia in dogs Basic information on hip dysplasia in dogs
Dogs History of the Dog and Human Relationship Excerpt from How To Speak Dog by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Homemade dog food Preparing nutritious food for your dog by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Hot spots in dogs How to deal with your dog's hot spots
Dogs Housebreaking and crate training How to crate train and housebreak your dog or puppy by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs How much does owning a dog cost? 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 new pet.
Dogs Humping and mounting behavior in dogs Why both fixed and unfixed dogs exhibit humping and mounting.
Dogs Invisible fences and dogs The pros and cons of using an invisible fence
Dogs Large breed puppies Things to do and know before your small dog gets bigger
Dogs Lymphoma in dogs A short article on lymphoma, its diagnosis and treatment
Dogs Megaesophagus in dogs A short article on lymphoma, its diagnosis and treatment
Dogs Mouthing, nipping, biting in puppies What to do when you have a mouthy puppy.
Dogs New dog at home You just brought your new dog home - what you need to know.
Dogs Noah’s Ark and the Wet Nose Excerpt from What Do Dogs Know by Dr. Stanley Coren
Dogs Normal dog behaviour Normal dog behaviour versus our desired behaviour.
By Julie Sansregret AHT and dog trainer
Dogs Obesity in Dogs Dangers of obesity in dogs
Dogs Pit bull Information

Information on pit bulls, Owning a pit bull and responsible ownership.By itsapitty.com
Dogs Postal workers and dogs

How to train your dog to behave with postal workers
Dogs Pregnancy and dogs - Is my dog pregnant Pregnancy signs in dogs - dog giving birth
Dogs Puppy behavior The stages of puppy behaviour
Dogs Puppy mills - what is a puppy mill? An article describing the link between puppy mills and pet stores.
Dogs Purebred dogs Genetic problems and purebred dogs
Dogs Questions to ask when choosing a breeder. A personal recommendation from a satisfied owner is an excellent way to find a breeder. Be prepared with some questions to ask the breeder.
Dogs Senior dogs Important health information concerning older dogs
Dogs Shy dogs - shyness in dogs Shyness in dogs - timid dogs and how to treat shyness in dogs
Dogs Size and lifespan The relationship between dog size and life expectancy
Dogs Small dogs in big cities Small dogs for small apartments
Dogs Socializing your puppy Socializing your puppy dog to avoid problems.
By Julie Sansregret AHT and dog trainer
Dogs Some common dog diseases Multiple sources
Dogs Symptoms of illness

Signs that your dog isn't feeling well./First aid kit.
Dogs Therapy dogs - canine therapy

Is your dog a good candidate to be a therapy dog?

Dogs Torn cruciate ligaments in dogs

What happens when dogs suffer from a torn cruciate ligament
Dogs Treats for dogs

Not all dog treats are safe for your dog.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs Vacation and dogs

What to do with your dog when you are on vacation
Dogs Who's in charge? Make sure your dog knows you are boss to avoid problems. By Vicki Rodenberg De Gruy
Cat Articles
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Title
Short Description
Cats Aggressive cats

Article on the different types and reasons for cat aggression.
Cats Cats and colds Do cats get colds? Upper respiratory infections in cats
Cats Cat breeds A quick primer on different cat breeds
Cats Cat communication Meowing, tail movements, ear movements and other ways cats communicate.
Cats Cat communication How cats communicate with humans and other cats
Cats Cats and rabies Short article on getting your cat protected.
Cats Cat Dental Care Regular teeth brushing helps keep cats' teeth and gums healthy.
By Dr. Fitzgerald DVM
Cats Cat Diabetes Diabetes in cats - Symptoms and treatment for diabetes in cats
Cats Cat diarrhea - constipation - intestinal disorders Intestinal disorders in cats by Dr. Bruce Fogle DVM
Cats Cat fight wounds Cat fight wound infections
Cats Cat giving birth Cat gives birth. What to expect.By Dr. Bruce Fogle DVM
Cats Cat heart disease Heart diseases and feline heart problems
Cats Cat history A brief history of the cat
Cats Cat jumps off building How far can cats fall?
Cats Cat leukemia - feline leukemia Feline leukemia virus
Cats Catnip Why some cats love catnip
Cats Cat respiratory disease Cat respiratory infections and disease
Cats Cat social behavior How cats live with each other and with you
Cats Cats sucking on wool Why some cats suck on wool
Cats Cats - Thinking of getting a cat? Is a cat a good pet for you?
Cats Cat training Cat training - principles of training your cat
Cats Cat Urine - inappropriate elimination Inappropriate urination in house cats
Cats Cat vocalizations The sounds and noises cats make
Cats Expecting kittens Signs your cat is pregnant by Dr. Bruce Fogle DVM
Cats Feral cat to domestic housecat Tips on how to turn feral (wild) cats into domestic housecats
Cats FIP - Feline Infectious Peritonitis F.I.P. in cats
Cats FIV - Feline immunodeficiency virus Immunodeficiency virus in cats
Cats Getting a new kitten - cat Things to consider BEFORE getting a new cat or kitten
Cats Heartworm in cats Heartworm disease in cats.
Cats Housecats that hunt Why your cat hunts
Cats Hyperthyroidism in cats Basic info on feline hyperthyroidism
Cats Indoor cats Indoor cats are safer and live longer than outdoor cats
Cats Keeping Your Cat Safe at Home Cat safety tips by Jill A. Richardson, DVM
Cats Kidney failure in cats Chronic renal failure in cats
Cats Lilies and cats Lilies are toxic to cats
Cats Nosebleeds and cats Treating nosebleeds in cats
Cats Outdoor cats Outdoor cats and risk
Cats Petting a cat Cat petting information
Cats Safe Plants and Poisonous Plants for Cats Lists poisonous plants and safe plants for cats.
Cats White cats White cats need special attention
Articles on both dogs and cats
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Title
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Dogs - Cats Acupuncture for pets General Article on veterinary acupuncture.
Dogs - Cats Adopting adult cats-dogs Special considerations when adopting adult cats & dogs
Dogs - Cats Animal chiropractic Article excerpt on chiropractic medicine for cats and dogs.
Dogs - Cats Animals Can Suffer From Asthma Asthma in cats asthma in dogs. A short article.
Dogs - Cats Antibacterial Resistance Antibacterial resistance and how it works in cats and dogs
Dogs - Cats Back pain in dogs and cats Dogs and cats can also get sore aching backs
Dogs - Cats Bad breath in dogs and cats The causes and treatment of cats and dogs with bad breath.
Dogs - Cats Cancer in cats and dogs A fairly detailed article on cancer in cats and dogs
Dogs - Cats Cat has Fleas - Dog has Fleas What to do - How to check if your dog or cat has fleas.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats Checklist For Pet Travel A handy checklist of items you'll need.
Dogs - Cats Check your pet for obesity to prevent disease

Preventing and dealing with obesity in cats and dogs.By Dr. Bernier DVM
Dogs - Cats Chemotherapy and radiation Cancer treatments like radiation and chemotherapy for dogs - cats
Dogs - Cats Choosing a Veterinarian

Some tips on choosing the right vet
Dogs - Cats Clipping your pet's nails

Clipping your pet's nails is a preventative measure. - By Dr. Bernier

Dogs - Cats Congenital defects All about cat and dog coughs
Dogs - Cats Coughing in dogs and cats All about cat and dog coughs
Dogs - Cats Dangers of "Free to Good Home" ads Beware of who comes to adopt your pet.
Dogs - Cats Deafness in cats and dogs When Your Pet Can't Hear
Dogs - Cats Dehydration in cats and dogs Why dehydration in dogs and cats is so serious
Dogs - Cats Digestion and vomiting in cats and dogs How dogs and cats digest food and why they vomit
Dogs - Cats Dog constipation - cat constipated Constipation - What do do when your cat or dog is constipated. Answered by Dr. Slome D.V.M
Dogs - Cats Dog diarrhea - cat diarrhea Diarrhea - What do do when your cat or dog has diarrhea. Answered by Dr. Goldberg D.V.M
Dogs - Cats Dog and cat skin lumps An in depth article on evaluating and treating skin lumps on your cat or dog by Dr. M. Slome DVM
Dogs - Cats Dog grooming - cat grooming Grooming article by groomer Candy Levine Doppert
Dogs - Cats Dog has Lyme disease - cat has Lyme disease Lyme disease in cats and dogs
Dogs - Cats Dog has Ticks - cat has ticks What to do - How to check if your dog or cat has Ticks.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats Dog photography - cat photography A very general article on photographing your cat or dog
Dogs - Cats Euthanasia When is it the right time to put your pet to sleep
Dogs - Cats Eyes - dog eyes - cat eyes A general article on your pet's eyes
Dogs - Cats First aid for cats and dogs - Vital signs The vital signs of cats and dogs.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats Fear of vet clinics Dogs and cats that fear going to the veterinarian
Dogs - Cats Flea prevention Pets should be on flea preventatives
Dogs - Cats Food allergies in dogs - cats What food allergies are and how to treat them
Dogs - Cats Frostbite and Hypothermia in Pets

Protecting your pet from the cold is crucial.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats General care for pets

General preventative care for cats and dogs

Dogs - Cats Giving Medication to Pets

How to give a dog or cat oral medication.
By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats GPS systems for cats and dogs

How to track your cat or dogs using a GPS system
Dogs - Cats Heat stroke in pets

Protect your pet from Heat stroke. - By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats Holiday hazards for pets

Pets and hazards associated with the holidays

Dogs - Cats Hypothyroid Problems in Pets

A short article on hypothyroidism in pets.
By Dr. Ian Sandler

Dogs - Cats IMHA

Immune mediated hemolytic anemia in cats and dogs
Dogs - Cats Itchy dogs - itchy cats

Dog scratching - cat scratching - Article on itchy cats and dogs

Dogs - Cats Journey Through Grief 

The phases of mourning and how to deal with them.
By Timothy R. Laurence For "In Memory Of Pets"

Dogs - Cats Lab tests for cats and dogs Understanding your veterinarian's lab report
Dogs - Cats - Birds Lead poisoning in cats dogs and birds What lead poisoning can mean for the family pet

Dogs - Cats

 Massage Therapy for The Canine and Feline

Massage is any systematic form of touch that gives comfort and promotes good health. In many situations massage would be beneficial and healing to the animal. - By Chantale Robinson

Dogs - Cats

 Medication and pets

Tips on administering medication to your pets

Dogs - Cats

 Nature vs. nurture

How both nature and nurture affect cats & dogs

Dogs - Cats

 No kill shelters

What is a no kill shelter?
Dogs - Cats Pet food - Choosing dog and cat food A short article on how to choose a pet food
Dogs - Cats Pet loss - grieving for pets How to achieve closure when your pet had died
Dogs - Cats Pet loss - talking to your kids Telling your kids that your pet has died
Dogs - Cats Pet prescriptions Prescriptions for the family pet
Dogs - Cats Pets on Air Canada Traveling with dogs, cats or other pets.
Guidelines for air travel on (Air canada) with pets.
Dogs - Cats Pets sitters Choosing a pet sitter
Dogs - Cats Pet travel - travelling cats and dogs Travelling with dogs, cats or other pets.
An in depth article
Dogs - Cats Pet phobias Describing and treating phobias in cats and dogs
Dogs - Cats Pregnancy and cats and dogs

What to watch for when you are pregnant and have pets.By Dr. Ian Sandler

Dogs - Cats Probiotics for dogs and cats

What are probiotics - probiotics for cats and dogs

Dogs - Cats Pyometra in cats and dogs

Another reason why to spay cats and dogs

Dogs - Cats Raw food for cats and dogs

Article discussing the B.A.R.F diet

Dogs - Cats Red eye cats and dogs

Article discussing red eye and other eye problems in in dogs and cats.

Dogs - Cats Scruffing cats and dogs

Article discussing the scruffing of cats and dogs.
Dogs - Cats Seizures or Convulsions in Animals A short article about seizures. - By Chantale Robinson AHT Bs
Dogs - Cats Shedding in cats & dogs What do do about cats and dogs that shed a lot
Dogs - Cats Spaying - neutering cats and dogs The benefits of spaying or neutering your cat or dog early on in life
Dogs - Cats Surgery in cats and dogs A short article about surgery in dogs and cats including information on anesthesia
Dogs - Cats Tastebuds in cats and dogs How cats and dogs taste foods
Dogs - Cats The role of a pet What is your pet's purpose
Dogs - Cats Toxic foods and household items

Lots of foods and products are bad or even toxic to pets

Dogs - Cats Urethra is blocked

The serious consequences of a blocked urethra in cats - dogs

Dogs - Cats
All pets

 Veterinary appointments Getting the most out of your vet appointment

Dogs - Cats
Birds

Veterinary Homeopathy An Introduction to homeopathy for pets.
By Dr. Goldberg DVM
Dogs - Cats
Birds 		Veterinary
Homeopathy ll

Further information on homeopathy for pets.
By Dr. Guindon D.V.M

Dogs - Cats Veterinary Specialties Your pet may need to see a veterinary specialist
Dogs - Cats Vomit - cat vomiting - dog vomiting Vomiting - What do do when your cat or dog has vomited. Answered by Dr. Goldberg D.V.M
Dogs - Cats Whiskers The purpose of cat and dog whiskers
Dogs - Cats Zoonosis Article on the diseases passed from animals to humans.
Other pet articles - Birds - ferrets - rabbits
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Title
Short Description
Amphibians Pet amphibians Caring for amphibians
Birds Birds as pets Basic article on care for a pet bird
Birds Common birds Common birds for novice bird owners
Birds Feather plucking Why birds pluck their feathers
Birds Helping a wild bird

What to do when you want to help. - By Beth McMaster

Birds Items You Need For a New Bird

A checklist of items needed when you get a new bird.
Birds Large parrots

Some basics about owning large parrots like Amazons, African Greys, Cockatoos and Macaws
Birds Parrot pellets

Parrots should eat pellets instead of birdseed
Birds PDD in Birds

Proventricular Dilation Disease in Birds
Birds Pet budgies

A short primer on getting a pet budgie
Birds Teaching parrots to talk

Here's how to get your parrot to speak
Chinchillas Chinchilla behavior problems Common behavior problems in chinchillas
Chinchillas Pet chinchillas The basics of owning a pet chinchilla
Degus Pet degus Degus as pets
Exotics Pets and fads Be aware of the responsibility that comes with pet fad's
Exotics Zoonosis in exotic pets Basic article on diseases humans can get from exotic pets
Ferrets Ferret hyperadrenocorticism One of the most common reasons ferrets need a vet
Ferrets Ferret Insulinoma If your ferret lacks energy it may have ferret insulinoma
Ferrets What you need to know before buying a ferret A long in depth article about getting a ferret as a pet. Great information.
Fish Aquarium setup How to set up an aquarium
Fish Choosing fish for aquariums Behavioural environmental and fish quantity considerations
Fish Fish with personality Interesting fish for your aquarium
Fish Freshwater or saltwater Differences between freshwater and saltwater aquariums
Fish Goldfish Basic goldfish information
Fish How fish float What's involved in fish floating and sinking
Fish Overfeeding fish Overfeeding fish kills fish
Fish The nitrogen cycle The nitrogen cycle and your aquarium
Frogs - toads Frogs and toads Basic primer on frogs and toads
Gerbils Basic gerbil care Essential facts about pet gerbils
Guinea-pigs Vitamin C and Guinea pigs Why your guinea pig needs vitamin C
Hedgehogs Hedgehogs Hedgehogs as pets
Hermit-crabs Hermit crabs Hermit crab basics
Hermit-crabs Hermit crabs - molting How hermit crabs molt
Horses Horse ownership Things to consider BEFORE getting a horse
Mice & rats Breathing problems in mice & rats Common respiratory problems in pet rodents
Pot-bellied pigs Pot bellied pigs Pot bellied pigs as pets
Rabbits Pet rabbits Getting and training a pet rabbit.
Rabbits Rabbits Rabbit information (the basics)
Rabbits Rabbits and Hay Your pet rabbit NEEDS to eat hay
Rabbits Rabbit communication Different ways that rabbits communicate
Rats Pet rats Rats make excellent pets
Reptiles Pet reptiles Lighting and temperature control for reptiles
Small pets Hamsters mice rabbits A short article on caring for hamsters, guinea pigs, rabbits, rats and mice
Snakes Pet snakes A primer on getting a snake as a pet
Sugar Gliders Pet sugar gliders A primer on pet sugar gliders
Turtles Turtles as pets What you need to know BEFORE you get a pet turtle


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