Leashes and collars allow us to take our pets on walks with us. And with proper instruction, your dog will soon learn the proper way to walk on a leash and look forward to the times you go on walks together. There are about as many leashes and collars ...
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When selecting neckwear for your cat, however, your primary considerations should be her safety and comfort.Why does your cat need a collar? Contrary to her belief, it's not to scare away the birds she's trying to creep up on! For one, its somewhere to ...
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What To Bring Carrier The most important item you'll need when traveling is a well-constructed carrier. To ensure safety and comfort, a carrier must: Be large enough for your pet to stand on all fours, turn around, and lie in a natural ...
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It's the Fourth of July - do you know where your pet is? This may not be the first question that comes to mind on this day of barbecues, picnics, family gatherings and fireworks. Yet to the American cat and dog, the Fourth of July is a scary holiday - a ...
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Here are some important things to keep in mind during the Halloween holiday: Don't share Halloween candy with your pets. Chocolate is toxic to dogs and cats, and other candy could damage their teeth and overall health. Make sure when the kids come ...
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Should I Get A Rabbit? Mention the word rabbit, and the images of Bugs Bunny or Peter Rabbit spring to mind, and these fictional characters are actually not so very far from the real animal. Known to be swift, smart and curious, rabbits can endear ...
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Should I Get A Cat? A cat is sleek, charming, sly, shy, playful, dignified and ridiculous all at once. She can walk across the carpet with the stately grace of an Egyptian pharaoh, only to rise suddenly on her hind legs and play Frankenkitty as she ...
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Pets are precious. They bring so much pleasure and companionship that it's unimaginable that they might ever be taken away from us. But every year, countless cats go missing from their homes, and only a small percentage is ever recovered. Cats are ...
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Know the signs of this serious behavior problem.
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It's a rare dog that doesn't try to beat her owner to the door at the mere mention of an outing. Your dog will probably be happy to go with you anywhere, but you'll need to ensure she has the best travel experience. Remember to include her security ...
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Before you let your pooch out to play, be aware of the dangers that exist in her own backyard. Your dog may love to loll in the grass and dig in the dirt, but unsupervised outdoor romps carry risks. You may need to address the following hazards. ...
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A daily frolic for your feline friend reaps healthy rewards. Fetch, chase and catch all sound like games you would play with a puppy. But your kitten needs an exercise routine too. These games can help you begin a lifetime of healthy fun for you and your ...
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Items you will need before you bring your new dog home include: Puppy or dog food (dry, moist, canned) Food and water dishes Bed and bedding Poop scoops Medications as needed, prescribed by a veterinarian Toys Collar with identification ...
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Choking and Gagging Learn how to prevent gagging and choking, and how to react when it does happen. Gagging occurs when something irritates or partially obstructs the pharynx the section of the throat that routes food and water into the esophagus and ...
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Should you let your cat go outdoors? Many people answer for their cats with a firm no. It may be a more clear-cut decision for people who live on busy streets than for those who live in rural areas, far from any traffic at all. Obviously, declawed cats ...
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Use these checklists to make sure you have the essentials - and the indulgences - for your new pet.
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Choking and Gagging Learn how to help prevent gagging and choking, and how to react when it does happen. Gagging occurs when something irritates or partially obstructs the pharynx the section of the throat that routes food and water into the esophagus ...
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First Feedings Bringing a new pet home is a very exciting event -- weeks, months, sometimes even years of planning culminate in that one day. Your dog's first few days (or weeks) will be a time of adjustment for you as well as him, and one of the ...
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If you're traveling with your dog, here are some tips to help make your trip a breeze.
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Training a pet takes time, understanding, patience and consistency. Here are a few of the more common training challenges dog owners face, and some suggestions for working with them. How Training Works Dogs are pack animals, and as such are only ...
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Make the right transportation arrangements to avoid throwing your reptile into a tizzy.
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Fear of the Vet or Groomer If your dog considers the vet's office a dungeon of doom, learn how to dissipate her dread. By Rolan Tripp, D.V.M. The behavior: Crouching, tucking tail, flattening ears, ducking head, trembling, and displaying other signs ...
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Chasing If your dog tears after every bike, car, or kitty, these tips can help you reel Rover in and keep everybody safe. By Rolan Tripp, D.V.M. The behavior: Tearing after vehicles, bicycles, passersby, cats, or anything else that moves. Why ...
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A PETCO Companion Animal Care Sheet developed with and approved by a Qualified Veterinarian Moving to a new home can be stressful for your dog. Advance planning, patience and affection can help your dog adjust quickly to his new home. Before the Move ...
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How Do I Treat External Parasites? The most common external parasites you and your guinea pig will have to confront are fleas, ticks and ear mites. Your guinea pig's regular grooming schedule will help greatly, because it will give you the opportunity ...
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Bathing is rarely a favorite past time of dog or owner, but every dog can benefit from an occasional bath.
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Emergencies sometimes happen on short trips. It's a good idea to prepare yourself and your dog - just in case. The more travelers on a trip, the more likely you'll run into complications - and including a pet on a vacation takes a little extra ...
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A Pocketful of Miracle: The Gerbil This playful pet will keep himself amused for hours, but you can join in the fun. Gerbils have boundless energy and are delightful to watch as they investigate everything in sight. Playful and friendly, these pets ...
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Great Expectations Once you've made the big decision to add a cat to your household, it's time to prepare --and preparing for your new arrival is half the fun. Take the time not only to do it right, but to enjoy it -- it's probably not every day that ...
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Protect your cat from the Halloween traditions that aren't kind to felines. For cat lovers, Halloween can pose real dangers to your pet. Chocolate poisoning, blocked or perforated intestines from wrappers and burns caused by carelessly situated ...
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A PETCO Companion Animal Care Sheet developed with and approved by a Qualified Veterinarian Long walks with your dog are a great exercise, and a great way to increase your bond with your dog. But sometimes it can be hard to tell who's walking whom! ...
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Dog Proofing Outdoors: Doggie Doors Doggie doors can be a wonderfully convenient addition to your home -- giving your dog the freedom to roam outside when he needs to, and relieving you of having to interrupt what you're doing (most likely, sleeping) to ...
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For adventuresome puppies, the great outdoors offers new and exciting places to explore. However, unsupervised playtime outside, in your backyard, also poses some risks to your frisky little pet, so look out for the following hazards to ensure your ...
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A PETCO Companion Animal Care Sheet developed with and approved by a Qualified Veterinarian Grooming is an important part of dog care. Regular grooming can prevent many issues before they begin, like severe matting. Be certain to research the grooming ...
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Here are some tried and true tips for traveling with your pet.
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7Flea Infestation When your kittys itching, its time to do battle with those pesky parasites. Utter the F word fleas, that is around fellow pet owners, and youll likely inspire looks of horror and heartfelt offers of sympathy. Fleas are every pet ...
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If Your Ferret Is Allergic You probably know that humans can be allergic to ferrets, among a variety of other things, but did you know that ferrets can have allergies too? Allergies can range from mild to severe in your new friend, making her miserable ...
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Toys for a Happy Gerbil This clever, energetic pet needs to romp, chew, and explore. Gerbils have boundless energy and are delightful to watch as they investigate everything in sight. Playful, curious and friendly, your pets are inquisitive by ...
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"Me, use a muzzle?" Horrified at the thought, Jesse's owner looks down at the golden retriever. "Why would I ever need to use a muzzle? Muzzles are for attack dogs. My Jesse's a lover." She knows her dog. After all, she's had her since she was a puppy. ...
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Should You Let Your Cat Outdoors? For most cats, the answer is a firm no. If you live close to a busy street, keep your cat indoors. The same goes if hes declawed, because he cant defend himself or easily escape up a tree. But if you live in a rural ...
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If your dog is too crazed to be good company around two-legged creatures, he needs the canine version of charm school.
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While shampoos and flea collars are still options, parasitologists have developed wonderful new weapons in the war against fleas and ticks. With simple monthly administrations of these oral, injectable or topical medications, you can guard your cat ...
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Here is a list of items, grouped by category, that you should purchase for your ferret before you bring him home for the first time. You may add more items as time passes, and you become more familiar with the particular needs of your pet. Housing ...
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A PETCO Companion Animal Care Sheet developed with and approved by a Qualified Veterinarian Dogs love to be outside, especially if you are out there with them. Keep your dog safe by following a few simple guidelines, and make outdoor time fun for both ...
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What games and other activities will keep your cat physically fit and mentally engaged? Without your encouragement, your cat may become bored and stop taking the initiative to play as she grows older. So set aside time in the morning and evening for ...
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Tornado, flood, hurricane - whatever the crisis, your pets will need your help.
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Prevention of Lost or Stolen Dogs Whether your dog is a blue-blooded pedigree or a pound-adopted mongrel, he brings pleasure and companionship into your life naturally you'd be devastated if anything were to happen to him. And yet, so many caring dog ...
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Cats first came in from the wild and took up residence with humans in ancient Egypt as early as 2500 B.C. - and the controversy over whether the family cat should live indoors or outdoors has probably raged on since then. This is a highly charged and ...
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