Author: Joseph Abbott
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Necessary Cleaning Supplies for Pet Owners
Cats make messes discretely, while dogs can just haul off and leave a soiled wake of destruction in their paths. The first line of defense in keeping your house clean is to stock-up on supplies. If you have been a pet owner for a long time, you can sympathize with how important having the proper…
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Potential Cat Stressors on Halloween
Finicky felines prefer to live their lives free from interruptions to their daily schedule and disruptions from their favorite pastimes. There are a handful of things cats despise and unfortunately, many of these annoyances happen on Halloween. While you might be looking forward to this spooky day, remember that your cat will have entirely different…
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Rarest Dog Breeds in the World
On any given day, you might walk down the road as see a Chihuahua, a Labrador, or some kind of Bulldog mix. It seems as if the same kinds of animals are easily accessible in the United States, while other areas of the world have a vast variety. In the true diversity-loving American spirit, let’s…
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Cat Breeds That Like Water
Cats don’t like being in water. Usually. The general belief is that bath time is something that all cats hate. However, there are some felines who not only might play in puddles, or bat away busily at water faucets, but some even enjoy a good swim. Since many wild cats fish to survive, an acceptance…
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Why a Dog Might Bite a Child
Pups generally are enthusiastic and nurturing companions that are loyal and eager to please. But sometimes accidents happen, and even the sweetest “nanny dog” can be pushed over the edge, leaving your child’s fingers bruised and bitten. Find out what triggers might cause a dog to snap at your child, so you can know how…
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Useful Facts About Fleas
When parasites set in, they can be very difficult to overcome. Many pet parents have informed us that no matter how hard they try, or how many products they use, the fleas just don’t seem to go away. That may be for a number of reason: perhaps they are not disinfecting their home, car, clothes,…
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Medical Detection Dogs
Canines can warn their owners about a variety of disasters such as oncoming gales, earthquakes, poisonous substances and dangerous weather patterns. But beyond their natural survival instincts, these skilled animals also are able to alert their masters of health-related issues or complications they might have. Medical detection dogs devote their lives to observing and warning…
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5 Ways Owning a Cat Makes You Happier and Healthier
Cats are a strange combination of the utmost composure, and sporadic insanity. Their routines, daily habits, and personalities have ever caused these pampered pets to be some of the most highly favored animals in the world. Even the most devoted dog fans can’t deny the amazing benefits below that owning a cat has on a…
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Hurricane Preparedness for Pet Owners
Last week’s horrendous hurricane disaster that left hundreds of homes flooded in South Carolina, has challenged us to look carefully at our own disaster-preparedness. Not every state faces the same natural disaster threats; California is quake-prone, Oklahoma has “Tornado Alley,” and the Southern states can suffer from devastating tropical hurricanes. If you and your pet…
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Indestructible Dog Toys
All right, no dog toy is completely indestructible. But some of them are so hardy that even the most persistent chewers will be engaged for days and days trying to tear them to shreds. From the time puppies are born until their young adult years, they have a strong desire to chew, bite, gnaw on…