Posted by admin | Posted in Dog, Pet | Posted on 16-02-2010
Besides cat, the most popular furry animal is dog. Some people like caring this animal because of its beauty and its loyalty. Dog is a smart animal which know and loyal with the owner. The children usually like these adorable animals. So many movies have been made involving these animals. There are a lot of kinds of dogs start from the biggest body, for example Golden Retriever, Pitbull, Saint Bernard and Samoyed Dog, to the smallest one, such as Chihuahua, Minispencer and Tackle.
Dog has been the favorite pets because of its ability since earlier. So many years ago, some hunters used the dog to help them on hunting preys. Some farmers used the dogs as the animal keeper of their livestock. Up to now, these smart pets are used by the police as the tracker dog, such as Herder dog, because of its good smelling.
As other animal, they like playing, dealing the territorial right, being aggressive and no fear. Because of its beauty, there are a lot of pet contests which is competing the beauty of dogs. There are a lot of pet salons which provide the services to take care and clean those animals. Moreover, the owners should give attention to health problem of their dogs.
Posted by admin | Posted in Pet Care, Tips | Posted on 20-02-2010
Some animals can carry disease that can be transferred into human’s body. It is called zoonotic disease. We still remember about the rabies, anthrax, avian influenza and recently the swine flu that have killed so many people. Usually those diseases attack the human who have the more risk than other, such as pregnant women, infants, elder people or even the pet health care workers who keep in touch with the infected animal. It can cause the abdominal pain, diarrhea, fever and even human’s death. That is why animals, included our pet, need the health concerns to prevent this accident.
There is a certificate of family of a pet containing the information about family pedigree, health and other information to guarantee its preeminence. This certificate is needed before we buy some pets. So we can know the best pet which we will bring home. With those preventions, we can help our family from suffering the disease.
It is a big concern of World Health organization (WHO) to prevent and cure the zoonotic diseases. At least, we have to concern about the pet’s health inside our house. We can find the detailed information about these zoonotic diseases from public health department, veterinarian and even internet. So beware to our pet.
Posted by admin | Posted in Dog | Posted on 07-03-2010
By observing your pet, you will have a better idea of what product to look for as his daily comfortable resting place. Dog beds today come in all sizes, colors, shapes, materials and to suit any pooch and any decor. If that’s not enough you can even have dog beds custom made. The bed will give your pet somewhere to feel secure and safe.
How Do you choose the Right Dog Bed?
Watch your dogs behavior. Does he like to stay warm under the blankets? Does he avoid the bed because he needs to cool off? Does he sprawl and stretch out completely? Answering these questions will help you choose the right bed for your dog. Read the rest of this entry »
Posted by admin | Posted in Hamsters | Posted on 23-02-2010
Most hamster owners agree that hamsters enjoy toys and that they can be taught to participate in games over a period of time. Hamsters are intelligent creatures that enjoy various toys to keep them busy and pets that get bored often resort to biting themselves or bullying other hamsters. This article will elaborate on some hamster fun games and toys that they usually enjoy.
Edible toys are loved by each and every hamster mainly because these toys can be eaten. Edible toys for fun are usually made out of safe wood. These wooden toys are also colored using safe paint so that owners can enjoy watching their pets play with these toys. Some edible toys for hamsters are also flavored so that your hamster enjoys eating the toy. Edible toys come in various shapes, colors and sizes. Large edible toys are good for large breeds like Syrians where as small edible toys are good for dwarf hamsters. Hamsters like all types of edible toys and it does not make a difference to them if you give them an edible toy in the shape of a burger or a flavored piece of wood. Edible toys are considered a must since these toys prevent the teeth from growing too much. A pet that has overgrown teeth usually has trouble eating.
Shake or rattle toys are loved by all pets since these toys are lots of fun. Rattle toys come in various colors and sizes but they usually come in the shape of a ball. Some sellers also sell rattle toys in the shape of carrots but these toys are usually more expensive than ball shaped rattle toys. These toys have tiny metal or acrylic balls inside the bigger ball which makes the rattling sound. Most pets usually chase these balls to make the ball rattle. Rabbit plush toys are available in many designs, colors and shapes. These toys allow pets to exercise their minds and they also allow hamsters to laze a little bit while playing.
Most hamsters enjoy games that involve food and treats. Hamsters can be taught tricks and commands using food as incentives. Many pet owners use treats to reward their hamsters after some successful training. Since they are natural foragers many owners hide treats in boxes and then wait for their pet to find a way to open the box. Many stores sell special foraging toys made of stainless steel for hamsters. The main aim of this game is to find a way to open the acrylic or steel container to win a treat. Hamster fun also includes pushing objects around in exchange for their favorite treat. If you play a lot of games with your pet hamster then you should remember to use healthy treats like cheese, cooked chicken, tofu or a boiled egg. While fruits and vegetables are an essential part of your hamsters diet these foods should be reserved for meal time not as a reward. Read the rest of this entry »