Scooter's Night Out Could've Been a Nightmare
April 24, 2009
I have written articles about "High-Rise Syndrome" in cats, but I never thought I would actually experience it with my own cat.
Warm weather had arrived and in our home, the first screech of the living room window beckons an awakening of sorts—and his name is Scooter.
One-eyed, Three-legged Chinese Crested Named World's Ugliest Dog
April 24, 2009
Gus, a one-eyed, three-legged Chinese Crested from St. Petersburg, Fla., has a new distinguishing characteristic: World's Ugliest Dog.
According to an Associated Press report, Gus won the World's Ugliest Dog contest June 21, 2008 at the Sonoma-Marin Fair in Northern California. Gus' owner, Jeanenne Teed, was awarded a handsome sum of $500 and a trip to New York to appear on …Read more »
How You Can Help Pet Victims of Natural, Man-Made Disasters
April 24, 2009
Pets are often victims in man-made or natural disasters. Whether we experience them in our own communities or watch them unfold on national TV, we want to reach out and help them, but may be unsure how to do so.
Here are some general tips on how you can help pet victims in the event of an emergency:
The foster experience: how one woman opens her heart to pets in need...
April 24, 2009
...and her advice to prospective foster pet parents
Green Paw Print Tip #3: Consider switching to natural or organic pet foods.
April 24, 2009
These days, there’s a great choice of humanely-produced pet foods from manufacturers who support sustainable production. Many natural pet foods are made from whole ingredients and do not contain artificial preservatives. Organic pet foods are made from ingredients that are raised or grown without manufactured pesticides and fertilizers, drugs or hormones.
What Causes Lawn Burn and How You Can Prevent It
April 24, 2009
If your dog does her business in your backyard, you may have noticed yellow patches of dead grass appearing across your green lawn. These “lawn burns” are caused by your pup’s waste, mainly her urine. Before you line your yard with puppy pads, here are some tips to repair those burn marks and restore your lawn to one you …Read more »
Tips To Prepare Your Pet For Storm And Fire Evacuations
April 24, 2009
During the chaos of a hurricane or an evacuation pets are at great risk of running away or being left behind. According to Dr. Robyn Jaynes, PetSmart Inc.’s vet in residence, "the best way to keep your pets safe is simply to prepare, just as you would for the rest of your family."
Dr. Robyn recommends the following tips to Pet Parents:
The Hound Group
April 24, 2009
Because they're great at sniffing and exploring, hounds were originally used to trail rabbits, foxes and other small mammals. Most hounds are good-natured dogs that make loving companions if trained properly. Hounds are sometimes stubborn, though, so training may take a while. Most hounds …Read more »
Breed Group Descriptions
April 24, 2009
Companion Dogs
Dogs in the companion group are intensely devoted to their human family and crave first and foremost their owner's attention; social isolation is the worst punishment they can endure.
Common Definitions of Dog Coat Colors
April 24, 2009
Confused about the different names used to describe dog and cat coat colors?
Some breeds come in only one color. Other breeds come in several different colors and color combinations. If you're planning to adopt or purchase a puppy, you might want to know the …Read more »
