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Chances are your childs first experience of death will be the loss of the family pet. How can you help them to deal with this and prepare for the departure of their beloved friend?
Firstly understand the bond that children have with animals. Most likely this will be the first relationship where they undoubtedly gave and received unconditional love, outside of parents, sibling etc. This will be the friend who was there for them when they had a bad day at school, when they got sent to their...
•Tips On Walking Your Cat On A Lead?
As a cat owner I hate to be parted with my beloved tiger and ginger boy. I can't wait to get home to see them at the end of the day. I even get excited when I have a night out cancelled so that I can cosy up with them indoors. My little feline angels are a big part of my family. They're there when I need a furry cuddle. They pick up my moods and comfort me whether I want it or not. Sleep on my head at night and sit on my stomach at 4 am for no apparent reason. I love all of their kitty traits,...
•Before You Get a Dog Think About These Points
If you've been thinking about getting a dog first of all make sure you can answer all the points below. Owning a cat is a very different kind of commitment to becoming a dog owner. On average a dog can live up to 12 years plus, so you have to be sure that this is the right move for you. First of all why do you want a dog? Is it for company, for your child, for protection or perhaps to breed from? Be honest as to the real reason as it will help you to answer the next set of questions.
Can You...
•Building Your Dog's Confidence
Is your dog a bit of a wimp? A bit of a big girl's blouse when it comes to meeting new dogs. Of course each dog has a different character to the next, but can your nervous, frightened pet gain enough confidence to start socializing properly with other dogs. Even if their personality by nature is shy and timid, you can help them develop their courage so that interacting with other dogs and humans isn't too daunting for them. It may be that they developed this because of a trauma in their...
•Help Calm Your Dog With Pheromone Diffusers and Collars
All lactating female mammals release substances called pheromones, usually three to five days after giving birth. The reason is to assure their puppies. The mother creates pheromones that give their babies a feeling of comfort and reassurance. Research has shown that the reassuring properties persist, even into adulthood.
So when is it right to use pheromone diffusers?
Bringing a new puppy or adult dog into your house. Young pups between one to four months are at their most sensitive and of...
•How To Help Hedgehogs In Your Garden
The British hedgehog population is in difficulty. They are becoming an endangered species that are facing many obstacles. The destruction of their habitat, as well as facing the traffic on our roads means their numbers are depleting. Hedgerows and grasslands are in decline and the use of pesticides means that the prey hedgehogs live off are declining too. So if you are fortunate enough to have one in your garden, please take care of them.
Here are some tips for feeding and housing your little...
•Dog Theft Is On The Rise
Sadly the answer is yes. Research in America shows that dog theft figures have trebled in recent years. The U.K also has the same increase.
Firstly and obviously money is the primary reason. Stealing a dog off the streets, from pet stores or from a park and then selling them on to unsuspecting buyers is becoming a popular practise. People rarely believe that someone's a fake dog breeder. They have no reason to be suspicious. A buyer is usually only interested in the new dog's health, have they...
•Stopping The Flea Cycle On Your Pets
As a pet owner, I thought I knew pretty much everything when it came to cats and dogs.Having flea problems in the summer was something I was used to dealing with. Preventative flea treatment in the spring and extra grooming in the summer months helped to keep the little mites off my precious pets.
First of all you need to get down and dirty with the vacuum cleaner. Carpet and floorboards are the perfect place for the eggs and larvae to hide as they can easily survive in the cracks and...
•Tips On Rehoming An Older Dog
Do you question why animals of a certain age are in a rescue shelter? Do you think that they may have behavioural issues and you aren't prepared to take on that responsibility? Of course every animal has their own history as do we, but that's not to say an older pet shouldn't be given the chance of a retirement life with you. There are so many cases of older dogs ending up in rescue centres because their former owner has passed away or have had to move abroad. There is also the sad fact that...
•Feeding Your Garden Birds In Winter
You don't have to wear binoculars or an anorak and a dodgy hat to appreciate the beauty of birds. A simple bird feeder in your back garden will attract many varieties like the Robin, Greenfinch, Blue Tit, Chaffinches and many more. You will have lots of visits from your winged friends if you can provide them with the right bird food for winter.
Water is essential for birds and people tend to forget about it in winter. With the cold weather we all assume water will be readily available but...
•How To Introduce A New Kitten To An Older Cat
That first meeting of a new kitten to your family cat can be a bit of a worry. I've owned both female and male kittens when I've had an older cat of the opposite sex and it's always been tense. There are people who say that once your cat has been neutered it won't matter there sex. Perhaps that's true for some people but it didn't work for me. Others say that they will get along better if they're opposites but I have found that on a couple of occasions this hasn't worked. When I had an older...
•Points On Massaging Your Cat
If I wasn't human I would love to be a cat. What a hard life they have. Sleeping, eating, sleeping, washing, sleeping, eating. You get the gist. So what better product for your pampered pet than the CatIt Senses Massage Centre? Or if your cat is not keen on this type of product perhaps you can learn kitty massage.
Is Massaging Your Cat Beneficial?
There are people who will think that massaging a cat is stupid. They get stroked, that's all they need isn't it? Well, just like humans all...
•Caring For A Stray Cat
Years ago my aunt, a huge animal lover, started to receive late night visits from a gorgeous ginger stray cat. Due to disgusting abuse by his previous owners he had no teeth or claws left and was very under nourished and extremely frightened. My aunt being very sensitive to animals saw that he was so hungry that his fear was overridden by a desperate need for food. He would let no one else near him except for her and if food was left out by someone else, he would know and leave it to go stale....
•Which Is The Best Type Of Dog For Your Children?
Choosing the right family dog is an important decision. On the one hand you may want security with a guard dog type and then if you have children you'll want peace of mind that they will be safe if playing with the dog. First of all whichever breed you have or choose please remember that leaving a young child alone with any type of dog is not advisable. Not only do you have to take into account that the dog, however placid, could turn aggressive, there is also the worry that your child could...
•Overcoming Noise Phobia in Your Dog
Many dog owners have to face the frantic woes of a stressed pet that becomes completely distraught during a thunder storm or other loud noise disturbance. Noise phobia is a common problem in dogs, and although it is not harmful in itself, it causes the dog much stress and anxiety, and can lead to dangerous, life-threatening situations should the dog run away in its efforts to escape the loud noises.
The issue with administering calming drugs and potions is that it doesn't solve the problem,...
•What Are Dewclaws In Dogs?
Dew claws appear to be rather unnecessary body parts that hang from a dog's paw and serve no purpose at all.
Lets have a look at the purpose of dew claws, and when it is thought necessary to have them removed.
Dew claws are quite common on the front paws of dogs, and can sometimes be found on the hind paws as well. They are positioned on the inside of the paw, slightly higher than the other claws, and are therefore not used to walk on. Unlike nail trimming, which is a simple painless...
•Stop Dog Barking With Ultrasonic Dog Barking Control
Whether you own a noisy dog that is causing alarm in the neighbourhood with his incessant barking, or you live next door to someone that has a dog that barks persistently, help is not far away in the form of the Acquiesce Ultrasonic Bark Controller.
The Acquiesce Ultrasonic Bark Controller is a training aid that conditions the dog to stop barking, and is very effective at reducing problem barking. When the device is activated it detects the sound of a barking dog and emits a high-pitched sound...
•Staffordshire Bull Terrier as a Pet
Unfortunately Staffordshire Bull Terriers have developed a bad reputation that will be hard to lose. They often get mistaken for Pit Bull Terriers which are banned in the U.K. I recently visited Battersea Dogs and Cats Home, as my mum was looking to rehome a rescue dog. Sadly the majority of dogs we saw were Staffs or Staffordshire crosses. Their name has now been associated with gangs and yobs using them for fighting weapons and gang notoriety. The truth is quite different from the image that...
•Dental Hygiene Tips For Your Dog
Studies have shown that 4 out of 5 dogs are showing dental problems before the age of 3. There are many varieties of biscuits on the market that claim to stop the build up of plaque which eventually becomes tartar. Dogs do suffer from gum disease, which in time can mean them losing their teeth. Dental biscuits alone aren't enough and brushing should be a twice weekly, or preferably daily routine.
Now, the idea of trying to get your dog to put up with you shoving a toothbrush in his mouth isn't...
•Stress Free Moving Advise For Your Pet
One of life's biggest stresses is moving home. This applies to your pet as well. The different sounds, sights and smells of the new house can be very upsetting for them. It may take up to a few weeks for them to settle in to their new surroundings. The journey, however short or long, can also be very traumatic for animals. Obviously we know what's going on and that the trip will end with us being settled into a new home. Your pet however doesn't know this, so be patient with them and try to...
•Flea Treatment For Dogs - Frontline Spot On Drops
Fleas, Lice and Ticks are common visitors that can be a real problem in our dogs' lives; they can cause huge discomfort and at times can spread diseases to our pet dog.
Ticks not only look disgusting but are a real problem as they can pass on diseases. They are small spider looking insects that bite into the dogs skin to live on the blood, they fasten themselves firmly in and will not move until they have ended their feed which may take hours, a few days or could even be for a few months. What...
•Sureflap Microchip Cat Flap - Access For Only Your Cat
As a nation of cat lovers, we all understand how much our cats like to come and go and have their freedom and space to do as they please and we as their owners like to fulfil those wishes. Cat flaps are a way of ensuring your pet can have his or her freedom, while at the same time keeping the home secure.
Many cats go off on their adventures, playing with others, marking out their territory and all sorts of fun exploring, but when he decides its time to return home to its family, what you...
•Caring For A Conure Parrot
Some points to ensure a long and happy relationship with your pet conure...
Social Interaction
Conures are very sociable by nature, and love interacting with their owners, which is one of the reasons they are so popular as companion birds. Nonetheless, because they constantly crave human interaction, they can be extremely demanding of your time and attention. Hand-raised conures make great pets, mainly because they are imprinted on humans, and in truth, believe that they are human. There are...
•Conures: Little Parakeets With Huge Personalities
Conures come in a variety of species, sizes and colours. They are all full of character and make excellent companion birds and are thus popular as pets.
Lets take a look at some of the more popular varieties of conure that are kept as pets.
Sun Conure
The sun conure must be one of the most beautiful birds on the planet. With its bold predominantly yellow body, accentuated with bright orange highlights on the head and underbelly, green splashes of colour over the back and wings, and deep...
•Tips On Combing a Persian Cat
I once fell in love with a big ginger fluff ball, or technically a red haired Persian. He was the most affectionate, greedy, hysterically funny cat I'd ever had. However his grooming requirements weren't fun. I had been used to medium and short haired cats as pets and brushing was never a chore. So I decided to educate myself fast as he wasn't particularly good at grooming himself, even though, bless him, he did try.
Combing Not Brushing
A Persians fur is so dense that combing, not brushing,...
•Dog Lead Training & Behaviour Tips
Has it become World War 3 between you and your dog on the way to the park? Is there a power struggle between you both over who should be leading who? It also becomes stressful and embarrassing as you feel you're the owner who can't control their dog. So how can you change an already adult dog's behaviour?
Firstly make sure you have a little pep talk with yourself. This is not going to happen overnight, you're in this for the long run. Expecting your dog to suddenly change their behaviour when...
•Cropping Dog's Ears. Why Do We Still Do It?
There has been no proof at all that there is any medical benefit in ear cropping dogs (Otoplasty). Yet still it goes on. The most common, pathetic argument for it is that it keeps the ear canal vented, therefore reducing the risk of ear infections and is easier to clean. Well, if you are a responsible pet owner cleaning and grooming your animal should be a daily ritual you do anyway.
The breeds of dog that are commonly subjected to this barbaric procedure are American Pit Bull Terriers,...
•How to Control Dog Barking
Nothing is more irritating than the next-door neighbour with the constantly barking dog that never stops. You can't escape from it when you're in your home and if it's your dog you feel annoyed and agitated. Of course it's completely instinctive for your dog to bark, it's how he communicates with you and fellow animals and how he alerts you in a potentially dangerous situation. Getting to know why he barks when you don't think there's just cause, is your first step. You need to establish what...
•Fat Pets
We all worry about our own health and our families and this should also include our pets. Obesity in animals is just as much a problem as it is in the human world. There are illnesses that can cause weight problems but the main reason is like us, a lack of exercise and over indulgence. Of course we love to spoil and treat our pets, but we must remember that being disciplined is also a sign of love and affection, as our pets health is at risk if we over do it. If you continue to feed your pet...
•Wet Or Dry Kitten Food. Which Is Safer?
Considering a cats life span can easily reach 15+ years, it's extremely important that you set your kitten up from the start. Obviously your kitten will have been started on her mother's milk. This is a special condensed milk called colostrums. It contains antibodies to help fight disease and is also very high in essential proteins.
What Exactly is Colostrum?
The colostrum, also known colloquially as "the first milk", is a type of milk produced by the mammary glands of all mammals in the...
•Advantages and Disadvantages of Your Pet Having a Litter Before Being Spayed
Unfortunately the true fact is that in these times we are living in, the top killer of all domestic pets healthy or not, is euthanasia. This is often carried out by the various pet shelters because of over population and the shortage of funds. The only effective and humane method in reducing the amount of pets lives lost is Neuter and Spay, but the big question is when to spay? Before or after the first litter?
There are some arguments and thoughts shared among people as to whether females...
•Should I Take My Dog on Holiday?
These days more people are taking their beloved pet dogs on holiday, due to the thought of leaving poor family member Fido behind and the rising cost of boarding kennels. Pets travelling abroad is now becoming more common and a lot easier than ever. So let's take a look at the pros and cons of holidays with dogs.
Going on holiday is always exciting, but there is always so much to think and plan out, including making arrangements for your dog to either join you on holiday in a dog friendly...
•What is an Ideal Pet for Your Child - A Cat or Dog?
What are the Best Dogs for children?
Well different dogs have different traits and personalities, so when choosing your dog you need to think about these factors. Would you like a small, medium or large breed of dog? Would you prefer a long or short haired dog? For example Labrador Retrievers are a large breed of dog and they have been found to be an all round ideal dog for families and children, so you may find they are most suitable.
Your children can play and teach a dog different...
•The Myth of Declawing (Onychectomy)
What Exactly is Declawing?
One thing it's certainly not is a manicure for cats. A recent poll showed that 60% of Americans are in favour of this barbaric surgery. But are we surprised? It's still legal in the U.S to crop ears and dock tails on dogs. A cats claw is part of the last bone (distal phalanx) in the cats foot. It is not a nail like a humans nail. There are a lot of vets that mislead people into thinking that this procedure is a small step up from clipping your cats nails. But...
•Five Ways to Deal With the Loss of a Pet
Sadly we can't all live forever and there may come a time in our life when our beloved faithful pet leaves us behind, as much as it can be devastating and life changing we must try to move on and cope with the sad loss.
Here are some ways to help you in coping with the loss of a pet.
1) Remember the Good Times
Do not focus on the negative factors but instead focus on the positives, the good times that you had with your pet. Think about the way your pet used to greet you when you arrived...
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