Owners of Pets Articles about dogs, cats, birds and all other pets!

Let’s walk through a few of the typical diseases to look for with your dog.  The first one we will discuss is Rabies.  Rabies is a very deadly virus that can harm all mammals by attacking the nervous system.  Although this disease has been almost entirely eradicated in parts of Europe, the US still has it’s share of infected dogs and other animals.  Your puppy should be vaccinated when about 3 months old.  Every 1-3 years a booster shot should be given to keep up with Rabies protection. The next disease to look out for with your dog is called Canine Distempor.  This often fatal disease causes major problems to the respiration, intestine, and nervous system. 

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Birds such as parrots make wonderful family pets because they are great companions, they have colorful feathers and you can teach them to talk. But you should have a strong level of commitment to your parrot because it’s a bird that always needs daily and weekly maintenance, as well as plenty of attention.

Full article at: Pet Parrots Information

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Unlike dogs and cats, hamsters can’t roam freely throughout your home. Therefore hamster cages are a necessity when owning this adorable pet. They come in many varieties and shapes with many features that are geared towards your furry little friend.The most recognizable type is rectangular…

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An Article About Pet Birds

If you find the need to discipline your pet bird you must keep in mind that the time out is the only punishment for pet birds that will be effective. You can’t hit a bird or it will become mean and fear people for life. If you shout or yell at the bird, it will just enjoy all the drama and do the bad behavior again. Any other form of punishment other than the time out is abusive and should never be considered …

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Read Jetsetters Magazine at jetsettersmagazine.com,Read this entire feature FREE with photos at jetsettersmagazine.com/archive/jetezine/sports02/fish/costa/bigfish/costa.html. Giant marlin, sailfish beyond number, high-jumping tarpon, record class snook and a dozen or more hard hitting fresh water species . . . Costa Rica has them all!

Read more about Big Fish here: Big Game Fishing - Marlin and Billfish in Costa Rica

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An article about pet birds

A good manners command is to teach your pet bird the “up” command so that it will step on your hand, finger or arm easily when necessary. It is not difficult to teach to any bird that is reasonably tame and not afraid of people. Even if the bird is still biting and isn’t fully tame, the training can be started but it is very important that the bird not be fearful and frightened …

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My twelve year old son has been asking for a lizard as a pet for two years. My husband feels that now that our son is twelve he should have the responsibility to care for his own pet. I have agreed as long as the lizard cage is very secure. I do not want the surprise of a lizard crawling around the house …

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My sister has an adorable little chihuahua named Tinkerbell, named after Paris Hilton’s famous pet. Tinkerbell is tiny, affectionate and faithful, however, she is definitely like any dog we’ve ever encountered before. She is more similar to a very spoiled, yet fashionable child. Her wardrobe of small dog clothes is so extensive that she puts my modest collection of clothing to shame …

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There are several products available for cleaning cat urine.  You can find these in your local pet supply store.  They vary in price depending on the surface you are cleaning.  A product to clean a leather sofa will generally be more expensive than a solution geared towards cleaning carpets …

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Did you know that Teflon and pet birds don’t mix? In fact, Teflon in overheated cookware can quickly kill your feathered friend! This has happened to all too many canaries, parakeets, and even the large parrots like cockatoos and macaws …

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My dog used to get fleas every summer season like clockwork. The scratching got so bad at times that her hair would fall out in certain areas, revealing skin that was red and raw. I of course did everything I could to try to control the problem. Shampoos, dips, special collars, oral medications — you name it, I tried it. Nothing seemed to work until my vet recommended Advantage flea medicine.

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How do you know if you need cat flea medicine? 

Read on to determine if your friendly feline has brought home unfriendly fleas on its fury little body because if your kitty has fleas…cat flea medicine and perhaps natural flea remedies are in your future.

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One of the cutest creatures on earth is a puppy. Puppies can add a fun spirit to an otherwise uneventful home. Many families adopt a young puppy in an effort to teach their children responsibility and also how to respect another living creature. It’s understandable that when a puppy does something bad, most people will attribute it to the dog’s age. However many of the canine behavior problems that puppies exhibit should be addressed immediately.

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Over the years I have seen the many things that people do to their pets that make me cringe. One of those things is dressing doggies up in outfits. Dogs are not supposed to wear clothes. They have fur and they really don’t like to wear outfits. People should be able to tell this by looking at them. Please, instead of dressing your pup up in outfits consider cute dog collars instead.

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Stroking your cat can be good for your health! It has long been known that pet ownership is good for you, we all need someone or something to love. It is also believed that stroking a pet, such as a cat, reduces stress levels and helps you to have a more positive perspective on life.

Read more about Cats here: Want to Feel Better? Go Stroke Your Cat!

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Proper nutrition is the fundamental basis for every aspect of your dog’s life.

It affects their health and longevity by offering an essential balance of proteins, fats, complex carbohydrates and the trace nutrients and minerals their bodies need for growth, repair and the mantainance of a sound immunne system.

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Costa Rica has long been famous among serious bird watchers, but many people who would never consider the activity at home quickly have become interested in the country’s spectacular avian diversity.

Read more about Bird here: Costa Rica bird watching vacation

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Winter Horse Cough  

Recurrent airway obstruction (also known as COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) is the horse equivalent of human asthma . It is an allergic condition, in which the horse reacts to small particles in the air. Chief among the culprits are fungal spores from the hay. This is a problem that seems to be becoming more common - probably due to the lack of good hay for horses.

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Affordable pet health insurance comes in a variety of forms similar to our own health insurance. They range from more basic coverage to that which covers things you didn’t even know your pet might need. You can tailor a package to your pets requirements from something inclusive of everything to those which only pay for more serious complications during an emergency.

So why are more people purchasing affordable pet health insurance today then in years gone past? Think back to when you were a kid did your parents have insurance on the family dog? Probably not. How ever things are getting more expensive all the time, as treatments get better vets need more training and staff, hence their everyday services also get more expensive. Really if we compare apples to apples a pets health needs are more expensive then our own. What we take for granted such as a normal blood test can cost upwards of hundreds of dollars, and depending on how co-operative your pet is a stay over at the vet as well.

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Finding a good hunting dog trainer might be crucial to your hunting game. Knowing that you have a well trained hunting dog that is aware of his surroundings and what he is supposed to do is always a great feeling. When you need a trainer to train your dog for hunting, there are a few good places you might want to look.

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