A pet dog or cat isn't for everyone, which is why you might be considering an exotic pet. Learn more about marine life pets.

Steps To Take When You Adopt A Dog: What You Should Know

14 October 2015
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When you go to your local animal shelter just to look around and see what animals are available, you likely do not expect yourself to come home with a new dog to join your household. However, for animal lovers, this is more likely to happen than not. Once you leave the shelter with your new dog, there are several steps that you will need to take in order to properly care for your new family member. Read More …

Grooming Contributes To Your Pet’s Good Health

14 October 2015
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Grooming does more than relax and pamper your dog; it contributes to keeping your pet healthy. Although there are a number of pet health issues related to the lack of regular grooming, knowing what grooming steps to take can help prevent many of the common health problems that affect dogs.   Matted Fur Matted fur on your dog's coat feels uncomfortable as the mats pull on the animal's skin. If bacteria develop under the tangles and mats, your pet can suffer from painful sores. Read More …

Why Is Your Cat Vomiting? Possible Causes

13 October 2015
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Just as humans do, cats will vomit on occasion. But if your cat vomits regularly, you may be worried that they could have a health problem. The truth is, cat vomiting has many different causes, so it can often be difficult to figure out what the true cause is. Luckily, this article should give you some ideas to help guide your thinking. Food-Related Causes The first thing you should check when trying to determine the cause of your cat's vomiting is the food your cat eats. Read More …

First Aid For Dogs: Keeping Them Safe On The Way To The ER

13 October 2015
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Seeing a beloved pet injured or ill is one of the most difficult moments for any pet owner. 24 hour animal hospital services are saving lives all over the country. Unfortunately, people cannot call 911 and have a paramedic at the door in a matter of moments to stabilize their animals during their ride to the clinic. The owners must take the initiative to do this themselves. Here are some fast and simple ways any dog owner can help to increase the odds of recovery for their pet. Read More …

What To Know About Vaccinating Your Dog

10 October 2015
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When you adopt a new dog or puppy, there are many different factors that you need to consider in the care and health of your new pet. One of the elements you will need to take care of is your dog's vaccinations. While vaccinations have been a point of controversy in recent years regarding human children, many people are not fully aware of the types of animal vaccinations available to their dogs, nor the pertinent facts about those vaccinations. Read More …
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Pet Options: Choosing an Exotic Pet

When I was a kid, everyone wanted a dog or a cat for a pet. Me? I wanted something a little out of the box. That's how I came to have a pet octopus. The process was more complicated than getting gold fish. There was the need to invest in a salt water tank and to get some toys for the new pet. I also had to learn how to feed and take care of the pet. Once everything was in place, it did not take long until life with an octopus around the house became part of the routine. If your kids like the idea of some type of marine life as a pet, let me tell you about my experiences. Once you learn more about the care of this type of pet, you'll be ready to give it a try.

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