I am one of those Americans who lost her pets to the economic crisis and all but her mind with the irrelevent discussions by our government of solutions. Hunger, homelessness are real problems always in america but today the number of Americans facing the hardship and humiliation of these issues has more than tripled. Sadly this economic crisis has left our beloved soulmates, our four legged fa... read more »

Even tough you may be a lover of animals and yearn to have a dog for company,its wise to first weigh the pros and cons of taking on the responsibility of another life. Ensure that your lifestyle and financial status are in sync with the level of commitment required to nurture another living creature. Believe me when I say that it is no mean feat,because decisions based on emotions can backfire... read more »

Potty training a pet can be very frustrating for both you and your 4-legged loved one. Here are some simple tips to help you both! When do they need to..."go"... If you have just brought home a puppy, you should know they usually can't hold it for more than 2 hours at a time for the first few months. So every couple hours, you will have to take them outside or to a weeweepad. I... read more »

When I was a teenager, I had a pet rat that would follow me like a dog. His name was Louis, and he lived in a big cage with a lovely chinchilla named Violet. She was also very tame. I had lots of small pets like this, and I can tell you that it is quite possible to form some kind of relationship with any small animal. The keys are to be quiet, reliable, predictable, and observant. Start by knowin... read more »

When most of us get a new pet, we are not thinking about the problems that can arise. We should start though as it can save us from heartache and not to mention, money. A common and alarming problem in male felines is crystals forming in their urine. This problem can cause major distress to the animal as well as bacterial infections, kidney problems, and sometimes even death. Once a cat ha... read more »

One of the best things you can do for your dog is to train it. A trained dog will feel happier because it obeys on command and lives to please. The owner of a trained dog will enjoy his pet more because a well-mannered pet is much more pleasing company than an a willful, annoying dog. Training a dog, however, can seem like a difficult task, but it isn't really. Follow the tasks bel... read more »

Pets are integral to many families and almost treated like one's own children. They have their own rooms, beds and favorite places in our home. An unknown author has rightly pointed out that, "A pet is such a special friend, A friend in many ways, Sharing love and companionship, Just looking for your praise." When you own a pet, your residence becomes filthy with hair, fle... read more »

If you treat your dog like your child, it is important to take care of all its needs as you would have done for your child. One such need is that of providing your dog with its own dog bed. Though most of us allow out dear pets to settle on our beds and sofa, studies have shown that dogs like their own private space, especially when they want to sleep. However, in order to ensure utmost comfort t... read more »

Dogs are known as man's best friend and a lot of us believe in the saying to the extent that we treat our dogs just like our own kids. However, too much of pampering can land you up in an embarrassing situation, especially in front of others. You can save yourself from such a situation by trying to train your dog to follow your commands. One of the most common ways of training dogs is to... read more »

You are at the pet store, looking at the reptiles, when a bright little face presses up against the glass. You see the dark, smooth shell, the wrinkled green skin, and you fall in love. Before you just up and buy your new Russian Tortoise, there are some things you should take into consideration. First, should you be buying your tortoise from a pet store? Often times, pet stores sell wild ca... read more »