Cracking the Pet Food Label Code

Posted on February 11, 2013 by admin

By this point, most health-conscious consumers have trained themselves to scan the labels at the supermarket for the product which guarantees “weight loss” “low fat”, “whole grain”, “organic”, “holistic”, or “natural”. With those few magic words thrown out, the consumer feels confident that the item they are purchasing will offer the appropriate and optimal nutrition [...]

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Basic Feeding Guide for Adult Dogs-Part 1

Posted on July 31, 2010 by admin

Adult dogs need various nutrients to keep their body working properly, recover from injuries quickly and maintain energy.  The key is to gauge how much energy is expended versus how much food is taken in.  You do not want to overfeed your dog.  It is a common problem amongst adult dog owners.  Here is a [...]

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Outdoor Dog Living

Posted on July 29, 2010 by admin

Having a backyard dog makes life easy.  It eliminates the need to jump out of bed, put something presentable on, and take the dog outside at some ungodly hour.    With the luxury of your own yard, you just let your dog out in the morning while still dressed in your pajamas and waiting for your [...]

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How to Prepare Pet Safety during a Natural Disaster

Posted on July 26, 2010 by admin

It is that time of the year when tropical storms are brewing, flooding occurs, and hurricane season is creeping up on us.  And many people start boarding up their homes, gathering water, and mapping out where to stay during such disasters.  But what about your pets?  Have you arranged where your pets go in case [...]

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How to Introduce Your Dog to a New Cat

Posted on July 24, 2010 by admin

It can be nerve racking to introduce your dog to a new feline addition to the home.  The dog and cat may react in a negative manner ruining the bond between the two pets permanently.  So here are tips on how to slowly introduce these two animals to each other in a positive manner. Use [...]

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Two Common Dog Care Tips to Consider Before Adopting a Pet

Posted on July 22, 2010 by admin

There are common dog care tips to remember when adopting a new dog.  Here is a basic outline of what you need to keep in mind and think about when determining to become a responsible dog owner. Prepare for the Cost Just like kids, dogs have living expenses that need to be paid.  There are [...]

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Summer Vacation with Your Pets

Posted on July 20, 2010 by admin

Summertime means one thing, summer vacation.  So why not pack up the car, gather family members and friends, and head to the closest beach.  But what about your pets?  How are you supposed to travel without them?  Do you leave them behind?  Well, don’t leave them home alone.  It is not exactly a guilt-free or [...]

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The Ins and Outs of Dog Exercise

Posted on July 16, 2010 by admin

Dogs need exercise.  They have energy that needs to be expended and if you do not provide your dog with ample exercise then the energy comes out in destructive behavior. This is why some dogs chew and tear up inappropriate objects unsuited for such behavior.  But how do you know how much exercise is good [...]

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Obtain Positive Behavior by Taking Away Pet Treats

Posted on July 14, 2010 by admin

Your dog needs to experience consequences in an effective manner.  One way to achieve this goal is to control the timing of the rewards your dog attains.  For instance, if your dog does something positive then you provide a delicious pet treat right away.  But what if your dog exhibits undesirable behavior, what do you [...]

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Chocolate and Dogs Do Not Mix

Posted on July 12, 2010 by admin

Chocolate is not a healthy pet treat.  It is a lethal food product to dogs.  It causes life-threatening complications.  Here we take an inside look at chocolates, dogs and the symptoms to identify determining if further medical attention is needed. Dogs Like Chocolate Dogs become very addicted to chocolate, but it is not healthy for [...]

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