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The mission of Dogs, Cats and More and OurBestFriends.com is to provide our members and subscribers with the best tested information, products, news, and educational material about all aspects of ensuring the best life and health for our pet friends. For our subscribers and Gold Members we'll also offer in depth reports and books, reviews, discussion forums, and other resources to help us be the best caretakers possible for our pets. To access All of the free information and the forums, you will need to register as a subscriber. To see all Articles and News by subject, click here or click the link named "Topics" in the Navigation Menu on the left. To see all Member's Blogs and get your own Free Blog, click here or click the link named "Members's Blogs" on the left. Have a website? Join Our Links Directories Here (Pet Sites) and Here! (all sites) Yours, Diana Ward |
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10 Tips for Buying a Parrot
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Parrots are one of the most attractive and rewarding animals in the world. Though parrots are very intelligent their requirements and demands are quite different from other types of pets. They need the care and attention of their owners far more than other household animals. Most of the parrot breeds are both noisy and destructive; and the larger breeds live for a much longer time than the smaller ones. Therefore it is necessary for you to think carefully about the following issues before buying them.
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How Old is Your Pet - Really?
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Just how old is your dog really? More than likely you know the
dogs age in years, or at least have an approximation of its age,
but do you really have any idea how old it may be-
chronologically speaking?
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Captive Husbandry of Striped Mud Turtles (Kinosternon baurii)
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David T. Kirkpatrick, Ph.D
Mud turtles of the genus Kinosternon frequently are considered, by those people that even know they exist, to be small, drab and undistinguished turtles. In the wild, many people live near populations of mud turtles without ever noticing their presence. In addition to being overlooked in the wild, mud turtles are often ignored by herpetoculturists. Many of the species of mud turtle are only represented by a few animals in collections at only one or two institutions, while other turtle species are kept by many different zoos. Given their small size and uncomplicated requirements, this oversight is hard to understand. For a number of reasons, mud turtles are very good candidates for captive maintenance and breeding projects. This article will discuss the natural history and captive maintenance of one type of mud turtle: Kinosternon baurii, the Striped Mud Turtle.
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On Feeding Turtles: When and How Much?
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David T. Kirkpatrick, Ph.D
Perhaps the most frequent question I am asked concerning turtles and tortoises is how much and how often to feed them. Turtles that are overfed can become obese, just as other animals (and people) can. Although no definitive studies have been done on the health consequences of obesity in chelonians, I feel that it is best to err on the side of caution. Turtles are trapped in their shells - too much excess flesh could compress and injure internal organs. A decreased lifespan or chronic health problems may also be consequences of obesity.
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Learn About Loveable Lovebirds!
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Lovebirds make wonderful pets. Their exquisite colors and animated personalities easily endear them to onlookers. While every bird has its own personality there are traits common to all Lovebirds which have made them a popular pet and a great choice for a first time bird owner.
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Pet Sitters - Information on Hiring or Starting a Business
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Are you looking for someone to help care for your pet while you're away? Or are you interested in making your own business as a pet sitter? Here are answers to some of the common questions about pet sitters.
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Training your dog to "sit" is probably the first thing you will train your puppy to do. I write puppy because you can start the training as soon as the puppy has settled in his new home. You might think this isn't that important, a dog knows how to sit. Well, I think it is very important. Read on and you will found out why and how to train your dog to sit.
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Understanding the Behavior of Gerbils
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Gerbils are popular pets and can provide hours of fun as you watch their antics. Part of this comes from the fact that they are inquisitive creatures, almost to the point of being meddlesome. A new smell or object entering their cage will bring them out of their houses or tunnels. Often if there is a strange noise a gerbil is more likely to come out of hiding for a look than cower in a safe place.
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Beginner's Guide to Owning Tropical Fish
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Are you interested in starting your own aquarium for tropical fish? Observing a colorful aquarium of fish is both interesting and relaxing. Doctor's offices are well known for featuring aquariums to provide a means of distraction for waiting patients and to reduce stress.
Perhaps you've been admiring some extraordinary aquariums yourself and imagined how restful it would be to watch the swaying plants, gentle dancing of the fish and glistening reflections of the water. Before you invest a large amount of money, here's what you should know so you can enjoy your fish for a long time.
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Living With Pets- Keeping Your Baby Safe
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So, up to this point, your dog or cat has been your baby, but now there’s a little human on the way. It is normal and, in fact, wise to be concerned about how the two are going to mix. The chances are very good that everything will work quite well and your pet and your child will be very close buddies, but there are some things you can do to be prepared. First some tips for dogs:
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What Animal Communicators Do
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Many people are awakening today to the idea that the animals who live with us are more than child substitutes, more than "pets". The term "pet" means an animal who lives with us for our amusement or as our companion. All animals are, in fact, sentience beings - conscious, intelligent, with life purposes and life goals. They are aware of themselves and of their situations. They make life choices. They often express unconditional love for the humans who are part of their families.
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Be Kind to Animals Teaching Tip
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Did you know the first week in May is Be Kind to Animals Week? Here are a few ideas to help you get that message across to your children...no matter what month it is.
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Can I Give My Dog The Flu?
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Everyone seems on edge about the latest outbreak of avian flu. People in China are told to kill their poultry in order to keep the virus from spreading. Meanwhile people in the United States watch on in fear that the avian flu will come to their shores. So what exactly is all the hubbub about? After all, every winter millions of people come down with bird flu. |
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Keeping African Grey Parrots as Pet Birds
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African grey parrots are highly intelligent birds often recognized for their ability to talk.
African grey parrots are able to learn a sizeable number of different words, can talk in different voices, and speak in different languages. They can identify objects, colors, materials and even count.
Because of their high intelligence, the African grey parrots are easily trained. The biggest problem with having an African grey parrot as a bird is.....you'd better be careful what you say....they are very good at mimicking your words!
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Training Your Cat To Use The Toilet
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Cats are wonderful pets but cleaning the litter box can be a real drag. But what if you could train kitty to use the toilet? Instead of dealing with messy, smelly litter, you could eliminate your cats elimination with just one flush!
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Learning How to Ride a Horse
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Learning how to ride a horse can be lots of fun. Whether you want to ride for the feeling of freedom or you are just a horse lover, it can be very rewarding. With just some basic equipment and a good teacher you can be on the way to having hours of fun on a horse.
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Children and Dogs - a Good Combination?
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It's strange how many tales we hear of dogs attacking children and yet, as a group, parents still choose to bring dogs into their families with little instruction or research.
The truth is, most families with a dog will never deal with the terrible situations we hear about on the news. Dogs love people. Most dogs love children. Children and adults love dogs and it is very doubtful that after thousands of years the connection between canine and humankind will be broken.
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Turtles for Pets - What You May Not Know
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Turtles and tortoises have long held the fascination of many individuals. Unfortunately this interest has lead to many turtles becoming targets of unscrupulous collectors that endanger the population and health of native turtles.
If you have a genuine interest in owning a turtle or tortoise as a pet there are things you should know about the situation turtles and tortoises face and how you can protect them from extinction and harm.
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Four Things to Consider Before Buying a Chihuahua
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When considering whether or not to buy a Chihuahua, whether it be for a pet or for showing, there are at least four considerations.
Hype - Don't be drawn to the Chihuahua simply because they are so small. You may have heard of phrases like: teacup Chihuahua, pocket Chihuahua and miniature Chihuahua, amongst many others. These phrases are sometimes used by breeders and pet shops as a marketing play; to make more sales. These phrases do not apply to Chihuahuas; they do not exist in the breed standard. Implying that a Chihuahua pup is a teacup Chihuahua is simply a device to entice the customer into purchasing the pup with the hope of getting a very small Chihuahua.
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Who Takes Care of Your Pets When You're Away?
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Can your dog wait 10 hours to go for a walk? Will the cat have enough food and a clean litter box if you are away for a week? What if you can't come home Wednesday nights because of a prior commitment?
Anytime a pet owner needs to go away on vacation, stay long hours at work or has regular scheduled activities that take them away from home they must consider how their pet will be cared for. Pets provide entertainment and companionship but are also a huge responsibility. You show respect for your pet by taking its needs into consideration and planning accordingly.
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