An important pre-requisite before taking your dog on a pack walk, is to make sure that your dogs are well-trained and disciplined. They should recognize you as the alpha leader and thus always look up to you for guidance and discipline.
While walking your dogs, they should always be aware that you are the leader by letting them heel beside or behind you. This action will reinforce the notion that you are the one in charge, and that you will be the one to lead the way.
Dogs love to explore and investigate anything along the side of the road. However, during pack walks, they can only stop to sniff or eliminate when you give the permission. Male dogs can be ... Read more » |
Psittacine birds include parrots, macaws, cockatiels, and parakeets. In their natural habitat, they consume a wide variety of foods including insects, plants, nectar, and some small animal species.
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Orphaned and abandoned kittens are totally helpless especially during the first few weeks of their lives thus they need all the help they can get from you to survive.
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As a puppy turns two months of age, he learns to be more perceptive of his immediate environment. It is recommended that puppies be weaned between eight to ten weeks old. Weaning is such a stressful time for very young puppies. While still very young, they should undergo socialization to prepare them dealing with new changes in their surroundings. A puppy that is well-socialized can easily deal with new people, animals, and situations. If you have a new puppy, it is recommended to bring him to a vet for a complete checkup. This is also a good time to ask your vet for valuable advice regarding your pet’s vaccination schedules and wellness checkups. A new puppy will also mean housetraining the newest addition to the pack. It is your responsibility to train and lead your puppy to behave in an appropriate manner. It is also important for your puppy to know that you are the dominant member of the pack, and as such should be looked up to for leadership. ... Read more » |
Aside from being used during walking and letting the dog out to attend to the call of nature, a dog harness will allow you to easily get a large and heavy dog into the car. A dog harness can also provide support to partially paralyzed dogs as well as those dogs limping from severe arthritis or osteoarthritis. A dog harness can also give you full control of your dog and prevent it from running aimlessly and get in harm’s way. When your dog has just undergone surgery and needs to be restricted and controlled during the rehabilitation period, a dog harness will definitely be of much help. A dog harness is definitely a necessary accessory to have around if you have a dog. Dogs which have been used to wearing collar and leash can be hesitant when fitted with a harness for the first time. During the first few weeks, you can entice him with treats until he will feel more comfortable with the harness. Be sure, though, that the harness fits him well for an ill-fitting h ... Read more » |
The Bombay cat is a miniature affectionate panther. Copper-eyed with short black hair, As a kitten, the Bombay does not warrant a second look. However, once they reach their The breed makes a good pet to families with children. They love being around people, The breed was created by Nikki Horner, an American breeder in the late ‘50s. She was |
A fearful cat is prone to act negatively when there is sudden movement or noise. It is always suspicious of his surroundings. However, in time, he will be able to develop confidence as he gets used to his new surroundings. A fearful cat will easily retreat into his shell when he feels threatened. When you have just adopted a timid pet, be prepared to give him time to adjust comfortably to his new home. Some cats may take months while some can easily get used to the new environment within a week or two. To help your cat deal with this phase of transition, it is best to put him to a small room. He may try to hide under a bed or furniture in the room. When he does, just let him be. Don’t force him out for he may react in fear. Sooner or later, he will come out of his hiding place when he is already comfortable in his new surroundings. Put a litter box that he can use as |
First, unlike other domestic birds, ducks do not require wing clipping. They are far too heavy to fly successfully even if they attempt to do so. To prevent your ducks from getting injured when climbing in or out of their pool, provide a sturdy, safe ramp. Their cages should also be covered if the lining is made of wire.
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Khaki Campbells are known for their laying process and can produce over 300 eggs annually. The only problem is that brooding isn’t their strength so if breeding them is your goal, you may need an incubator. Male Campbells are beautiful in colour with shades of mottled brown, grey, bright blue; and velvety green on its body. On the other hand, females are primarily brown and black. Male and female Campbells can have either grey or orange legs. Campbells are proficient swimmers.
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Dogs are naturally aggressive animals and are physically capable of inflicting harm on both humans and dogs alike. Being aggressive is an instinct which was developed by their ancestors in the wild to defend themselves as well as their territory.
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