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Flooding - A Bad Parrot Training Technique For Macaws
When I first decided to become a parrot trainer I read up on all sorts of training techniques from supposedly good parrot trainers. These trainer's birds were amazing. Their Green Wing Macaws were capable of ...
Is Clicker Training the Best Choice for Your Pet?
When pets are well-behaved they are a pleasure to have around and harmony reigns in the home. When bad behavior is the norm, it is miserable for everyone, the owner, their family and friends, and for the animal. This article is a brief overview for pet owners who are looking for the best obedience t
Fila Brasileiro - The Brazilian Mastiff
The Fila Brasileiro (or Brazilian Mastiff) is a large working breed of dog developed in Brazil. The leg and spine joints of this breed of Mastiff demonstrate perfectly what made this dog such a great ...
Squirrel Repellent - Get Rid of Squirrels in Every Season
When it is fall season you may notice more and more squirrels running around to make sure they have enough nuts for the winter. For those property owners who need squirrel repellent to keep these ...
How Often Should You Feed Your Dog?
This is an important question and the answer should be based on the age of and the breed type of the puppy. If it is a puppy has not yet been weaned and is within ...
Dog Breed Characteristics - Small Dogs
Not too sure which type of dog to buy? This is part 1 of 3 articles that addresses the different needs and characteristics of some of the popular dogs. Look out for my other 2 ...
Do Online Vets Really Help?
When you have questions about your cat, dog or other animal companion, it can be hard to know where to turn. If you are worried about odd behavior or have a simple question, you may not want to take your animal to a vet and pay for a full exam or a vet’s time just to have your quick question a
Eye Stains in Shih Tzus
Most Shih Tzus have hair that rests around their eyes. This breed, amongst others has been known for tear stains, which is caused by the hair from around the eyes that absorb moisture from the eyes. T
Clicker Training Basic Commands - Down command
A good, solid "down" command is a really important thing for dogs to learn - think about when you're out on a walk and he sees a cat something equally as enticing. Imagine if, when he started racing over to whatever it is, you shouted "DOWN", and he actually stopped in his t
How to Draw Anime Arms
Anime is a particular style of cartoon drawing that originated in Asia. The characters are easily recognized owing to their distinctive quirky, jagged hair and angular facial expressions. Arms on the anime characters are drawn in a minimal way, with simple lines used to illustrate the shape and dim
The Anatomy of a Good Pet Photo: An Artist's Perspective
Do your pet photos come out looking disappointing, and you're not sure why? As a pet portrait artist, I'd like to give you my perspective on pet photography techniques.
Keep Your Dog Healthy During the Holidays
It doesn't matter if you dog has just inhaled a 20-pound bag of chow, if there's family coming over for a nice holiday bird, ham or prime rib, the mutt is still going to drool ...
Big Cat Challenge!
Big Cat Rescue interns travel from around the world to help make the sanctuary the best it can be and to gain valuable experience working around animals. There's ALWAYS lots to do and learn, but there's ALWAYS time for some fun too! :)
Giving Up a Difficult Dog - When There's Little Option Left, Should You Let Go?
It's an age old saying, and with good reason: "A dog is man's best friend." This almost perfect bond between dogs and humans has been celebrated for centuries in literature, poetry, art, and film. We ...
Sand Flea Bite Treatment
When headed to the beach, a person might pack a towel, umbrella and book for reading, along with closed toed shoes to reduce the risk of being bitten by sand fleas.
Neapolitan Mastiff: The Roman Gladiator
This dog breed has been around for a very long time, you can actually hear stories about it dating back to the Roman and Greek times. This is one massive and muscular pooch - they ...
What Happens When a Cat Has Intestinal Parasites?
Intestinal parasites are common among cats. Cats can get various internal parasites, from roundworms and tapeworms, to hookworms and giardia. Some types are more dangerous than others, but they all need to be dealt with in order to ensure the health of your cat. It is also essential to get your cat
How to Process Goat Milk at Home
Having fresh goat milk to drink is a novel experience that you can make safer by processing the milk in your own home. Processing goat milk involves pasteurizing raw goat milk in order to destroy potentially harmful bacteria that may have gotten into the milk. Although you can use a home pasteurizer
Raising Turkeys for Meat - Don't Start Without Reading This Simple Guide
Among fowls, turkeys are tops when it comes to providing quality meat. Turkey meat is a lot leaner than chicken meat. It is also packed with antioxidants, vitamins, minerals and other nutrients that h
Should You Give Children Hamsters?
Getting a pet for a child is a great idea because it gives them responsibility and a buddy. Hamsters are a popular choice, but are they a good choice? Hamsters are a type of rodent ...