How to reduce Pet Odor in your Home

My roommate has a cat, just one. We have two kitty litter boxes in the house. We live in an area where outdoor cats run a very high risk of being eaten by coyotes, so Kooks is in a indoor animal. As we were sitting around yesterday having a conversation my roommate said, "That smells, I'm going to clean out that litter box!" Which...

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Wild Animals of the World - The Dingo

Australia's Wild DogsThe WarrigalThe Australian dingo is unique to that continent. It is sometimes called the warrigal. Although thought to have originally arrived from south-east Asia thousands of years ago, its isolation from other canines and the demands if its environment has seen the dingo become a unique individual. Ancient characteristics which...

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Canine Autoimmune Disease

Canine autoimmune disease is more or less similar to autoimmune disorders in humans. Some dog breeds are at a higher risk of developing this disease than others. As we all know, the immune system is responsible for recognizing any intrusion of microorganisms and generating antibodies in order to fight against these disease causing organisms....

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Thyroid Problems in Dogs

An elongated structure found in the frontal portion of the neck is referred as the thyroid gland. The size of the thyroid will vary from one dog breed to another. Proper functioning of the thyroid gland is very important to control the body's normal metabolic rate. The gland secretes the thyroid hormone which regulates various metabolic processes...

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Cedar Oil For Fleas

Cedar Oil For Fleas An Alternative To Commercial TreatmentsIs there a viable alternative to commercial chemical flea treatments? Fleas are a persistent pest that will infest not only your dogs but your home and all its residents .While the commercial alternatives may be considered as an effective method of getting rid of an infestation, it's believed...

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Sunscreen for Dogs

Enjoying warm summer heat outdoors is indeed a delightful experience. You are most likely to take your pet along with you on a vacation. But have you ever wondered how your pet would manage to cope with the glare and heat? While you stretch on a beach, dabbing generous amounts of sunscreen lotion on your body and looking through your tinted...

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Natural Dog Food Recipes

Commercial or processed dog food is harmful for your dog's health as it contains preservatives and sometimes the nutrients are over-cooked. This food may cause your dog to suffer from allergies, severe itching and many other health related problems. These problems can be cured by feeding your dog with natural dog food which is of optimum freshness...

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Alternative Medicine for Pets

Alternative medicine is used for treating human beings and their pets. Many pet lovers around the world prefer alternative medicine such as acupuncture, holistic treatment and so on, to cure various aliments of their pet or pets. Alternative medicines and therapies are based on various beliefs and philosophies. Veterinary alternative medicines...

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Recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole

A Holiday Favorite - Sweet Potato Casserole This Delicious Recipe for Sweet Potato Casserole Belongs on Your Holiday MenuSweet potatoes are delicious anyway you fix them, but this recipe for sweet potato casserole is one of my favorites. The potatoes can be cooked ahead of time, even the day before, and refrigerated until you are ready to put the dish...

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How Long is a Dog Pregnant

Pregnancy in dogs when planned can signal an exciting time ahead with a litter of cute little pups running around the place. However, unplanned dog pregnancies can be a source of worry for the pet owners who are constantly riddled by questions about dog pregnancy and how long is a dog pregnant before giving birth. Knowing whether your dog is...

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The Science of Germs

The medical science of Pasteur and Bechamp How the Germ Theory altered medical studies While modern medicine continues to grow in complexity, through experimental research, advanced technologies and new pharmaceutical drugs, it is clear to see that its roots remain bound to a simple theory that originated more than one century ago. Known as the Germ...

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Lifestyle Changes Necessary for Gastric Bypass Surgery Patient to Succeed

Gastric bypass surgery is often a last resort for weight loss but the cost can be more than just the loss of fat. The surgery alters the way the person lives. In 2007-2008, the prevalence of obesity in the United States was 32.2% among adult men and 35.5% among adult women. Obesity causes many health ailments and puts the body at risk for serious...

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Stages of Puppy's Growth: When do Puppies Open Their Eyes?

Did you know......that dogs have a third eyelid? It is actually a membrane (called nictitating membrane) which has horizontal movement rather than vertical, and it doubles up as a windshield wiper, protecting the dogs' eyes! On average, puppies open their eyes 12 - 16 days after birth. But this is the average time, so sometimes puppies may...

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How to Make Your Christmas Tree Pet-Safe

For that pet lover in you, after you are finished trimming your Christmas tree, there are many steps and measures that you can take in order to ensure that your Christmas tree is pet safe. Unfortunately, with knowing the natural tendencies of animals, these steps will help you to ensure safety, as well as, prevent sickness or illness of your cherished...

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Cheap Dog Backpacks

Dog backpacks are becoming more and more popular of late. Many pet owners are coming to realize just how useful a piece of attire they are for a number of reasons. Let's take a look at just why a cheap Dog backpack could be a great idea for your pooch. Cheap Dog backpacks are now readily available and for the low prices they are even more of a worthwhile investment. For Dogs with lots of energy they can be invaluable. You can add weight to the backpack which will make it a much more strenuous walk for a Dog with lots of energy. It means that whenever...

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Green Bean Diet for Dogs

Green bean diet mostly comprises beans and then other fiber rich foods. It has always been adhered to by civilizations since long. But in this article, we are going to play around with the idea of this diet for dogs. As first, it does not contain all green beans and secondly, it is not be given to all breeds by default. Thus, it is given or...

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Largest Dog in the World

Look at the dogs around you; you can see many types of dogs with respect to its size, color and behavior. We see pet lovers of all types; those interested in owning small dogs, for example, the chihuahua; whereas some are interested in bigger dog breeds like a Great Dane or English Mastiff. World's Largest Dog Speaking about the largest...

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Female Dogs in Heat

Heat in female dogs is considered to be equivalent to menstruation experienced in human beings. This is said to be the most fertile period in dogs during which reproduction can occur, if the female dog has intercourse. Though it is a known fact that female dogs do experience heat, not many people know about its symptoms. Apart from the symptoms,...

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Irritable Bowel Syndrome in Dogs

Irritable bowel syndrome in dogs can be described as a dog health problem where the rhythmic contraction of the digestive tract of your pet gets affected. It is believed that it is due to problem in communication between the autonomous nervous system and muscles of the large intestine. This results in abnormal movements of food and waste material...

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How to Be Friends With a Stray Dog

This is for all you dog lovers; for I know that you are on this article because you are one. There is only one reason why you want to be friends with a stray dog and connect with them, it's because you love them. Follow the guidelines mentioned below and see if you can befriend a stray dog. Dogs are highly social animals and they are believed to...

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