Recent Blog Posts
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May 1, 2013
If your cat is particularly ornery or you are bringing home a new kitten, here are a few tips for a stress free environment. First, there are plenty of ways to tell if your cat is stressed. A cat will puff out the fur on its tail when it is upset.
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May 1, 2013
Trimming your bird’s nails has never been known to be a fun job but it may be better than getting the nails lodged into your back if they become too long. Here are some tips for trimming your bird’s nails according to Alyson Burgess of About.
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April 1, 2013
Clean stalls right down to the floor and allow them to dry thoroughly on a bright breezy day. Let as much sunlight in as possible - it's a great disinfectant.
Stalls with dirt floors may need to have the top layer removed and new soil brought in.
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April 1, 2013
PetSafe® Remote Trainers use a handheld remote to send a signal to your pet's receive collar. The signal activates a stimulation deterring him from an unwanted action or reinforcing a verbal command during obedience training.
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March 1, 2013
February has been declared Pet Dental Month --and for good reason. The most common disease seen by veterinarians is dental disease. In fact, 75-85% of pets over the age of 2 have dental disease of some form.
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March 1, 2013
The increasing popularity of pet reptiles means one can find them all over the world—finding homes in environments they would never survive in naturally. As the owner of a reptile, it is your responsibility to construct a substitute environment that still meets all of your reptiles' needs.
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February 1, 2013
While the coming of winter does mean cozy nights by the fire and hot cocoa, there is no doubt that the switch to life indoors can, at times, be a bit stifling. If you are feeling bouts of excess energy during these months, odds are, so are your pets!
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February 1, 2013
Parakeets, also known as Budgies, are very loving and social creatures. They may be very small birds, but do not let that fool you. They are very intelligent for their size. Parakeet training can teach your bird to talk, perform tricks, and perch on your hand or shoulder.
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January 1, 2013
Training your dog to go into his crate is a tool that is used for confining him when he can’t be supervised as well as a place for him to call his own.
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January 1, 2013
As winter approaches, you may need to change some of the foods you offer birds. Providing high calorie and high fat foods can be important to the birds.
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