When it comes to obedience training for dogs, rewards just may be the single most important motivator in dog training. Obedience training through the use of rewards and other positive reinforcements has long been recognized as the most effective method of reaching most dogs and getting the best possible results. Let's dive right in. Obedience Training For Dogs Using Rewards Making obedience training for dogs fun, and even making it a bit of a game, can be very important. This will keep both the dog and the handler motivated and willing to learn. Incorporating a period of playtime at the ..read more

The common questions about heartworm in dogs are often related to the other species affected by heartworms in addition to dogs. One should know that in addition to dogs, cats, foxes, wolfs, horses, sea lions etc. are also affected. Can this be cured or not? Yes. This can be treated. Let's dive right in. Questions & Answers About Heartworm in Dogs What drug is used most often to prevent heartworm in dogs? Ivermectin is the drug used most often to provide a preventive action against this disease. Infected dogs exhibit constant coughing, panting and dullness in their eyes. What is the ..read more

Degus belongs to the rodent family. They are very friendly and intelligent pets when compared to other rodents. They are hassle free and demand less maintenance. Some people compare the deguto chinchillas, squirrels and even gerbils. But they are very different. Let's dive right in. Taking a Look at Having Degus as Pets Degus have a tweed brown color and have a long tail with brush like hair at the end. The tail is nearly one to two third of the body’s length. They use it to maintain balance while climbing and while walking they keep it in the upright position. Their belly is cream colo ..read more

Golden retriever crate training is something that some owners are reluctant to do. That is because a lot of people have the wrong idea when it comes to crates. This conception leads people to believe that crates are a punishment for dogs, and therefore they won’t use them. Much to the contrary, crates are actually one of the safest places you can put your Golden Retriever. Which also gratifies their natural instincts to situate themselves within a den. Let's dive right in. Looking at Golden Retriever Crate Training If you have a crate and leave it open, your Golden will start to go to it ..read more

If you plan to own a cat then you should do some basic research on taking care of cats. These days, cats are among the most popular pet you can own. There are several breeds available, with the most popular being Persian and Siamese. Cats are a domesticated animal, with origins dating back some 8,000 years and beyond. Like any other pet that you may own, including dogs, cats cost money to take care of properly. Let's dive right in. What to Know when Taking Care of Cats When you get a cat, you’ll need to think about the costs of taking care of cats. You’ll obviously need food, and you’ll ..read more

If you want to own a bird one of the first things that you should do is find a good bird vet. Pet birds can be more complicated than you think they’d be. You might believe that pet birds are easy to handle, easy to train, and easy to own. However, the reality is that they are actually quite difficult. Because they take a long time to get to know and to train. Let's dive right in. How to Choose a Good Bird Vet If you are going to own a bird and do it properly, you have to be sure that you know all about the bird beforehand. And you must be willing to take the time that is necessary to do ..read more

Knowing how to properly do a saltwater aquarium water change is very important. As with people fish thrive when kept in an environment as close to their own as possible. For this reason aquariums should be carefully structured to imitate the natural environments of the species they are home to. At least as closely as possible. You will not be able to duplicate the exact living conditions found in the deep blue sea. But your fish will benefit from the effort that you put into a water change. Let's dive right in. Safely Doing a Saltwater Aquarium Water Change Fish are very adaptable creatu ..read more

Litter training kittensis an important step in their development. Cats are naturally clean creatures. Teaching them to use the litter box encourages this good behavior. They will continue to use their litter box unless it gets dirty. Here are a few tips on litter training kittens and getting them to use the litter box all of the time. Let's dive right in. Tips for Litter Training Kittens Before you begin litter training kittens it is important to pick out a litter box that will be right fit for you and your cat. There are various types of litter box’s. There are big ones and small ones ..read more

The Alaskan Malamuteis a medium to large dog that weighs between 70-95 pounds and measures up to 25". They are best known as sled dogs and are used to hard work. They are ideal for cold climates or homes that will keep them cool and hydrated in hot summers. The Alaskan Malamute has a thick, coarse outer coat and wooly, dense undercoat. They are dressed for cold weather. If you own an Alaskan Malamute and live in a warmer climate, you need to make sure that they have a place to get out of the sun and plenty of water. Let's dive right in. Taking a Closer Look at an Alaskan Malamute They co ..read more

Golden Retriever characteristics are what set them apart from a lot of dog breeds. Almost all breeds of dogs are group oriented. As they need to interact with other species of their group to remain secure. Golden Retrievers, in particular however, have been bred over the years to be geared more towards people. Let's dive right in. Look for these Golden Retriever Characteristics They make great guide dogs for the blind, friends for younger children, and even assistants for those who love to hunt. Due to the way they have been bred, they need to interact with people on a frequent basis. G ..read more