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Why is it Hard to Train a Cat

May 13th 2012 19:10
For the most part, cats are not pack animals. They prefer to hunt and be on their own. Because of this, they are harder to train. Where dogs are pack animals and strive to fit in, cats prefer to be alone and do not strive to fit in with others.

When training a cat, you want to be positive, keep training sessions short, and set your cat up for success.



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Train Cat to Fetch

April 26th 2012 15:48
Cats are very smart and independent animals. It's not always easy to train pet cats to do tricks, which is why you want to approach the subject with great patience.

First, let the cat see the toy, holding it in your hand or dangling it where the cat can see it and catch the cat's attention.


Next, toss the toy a short distance and let your cat chase it and play with it for a few seconds. While the cat is still playing with the toy, go get it, and return to your place.

Next, call the cat to you, enticing the cat to follow you while you carry the toy. Praise your cat for following you.

Repeat tossing the toy a short distance away. Keep repeating the process, tossing the toy a little bit further each time. Continue to go get the toy and have the cat follow you.

Some people use toys that have strings tied to them so that when the cat goes after the toy, they can reel it back in simulation of the cat bringing the toy back.

Some people will dip the toy in cat nip to further entice the cat to play with it.
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Stop Cat Meowing

April 12th 2012 16:07
Why Cats Meow - Stop Excessive Meowing

There are different reasons as to why your cat may be meowing excessively. First, you want to ensure that there aren't any underlying health issues.

Once you rule out health problems, you'll want to figure out why your cat is meowing so much.

It may be to greet you or people, to get attention, to be let outside, etc.

Plus, there are some breeds that just meow more than others. Consider the Abyssinian, Egyptian Mau, and Maine Coon, are three breeds that are known to talk to you.



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Dog Welcomes Home Soldier

April 5th 2012 23:22
Dogs really are man's best friend. With Chuck the Boxer's viral YouTube video, we can see how excited dogs really get when their owners come home from their tour.

All the soldier's wife had to say was "Daddy's home," and the dog goes crazy, jumping out of the back of the SUV to find his owner.



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Service Dog Helps People with Diabetes

March 31st 2012 17:54
Dogs have been used as service dogs for the blind, deaf, and physically impaired. There are some dogs even trained to warn their owner of blood sugar level changes.

For hypoglycemic patients, it can be harder to tell the warning signs of low blood sugar, which generally include sweating, shaking, nausea, and confusion. The diabetes service dogs are there to help.

The dogs are taught how to smell the scent of blood sugar levels when they drop or increase, and when it gets to a particular point, they are taught how to alert the owner.

The glucose monitors are about 70% accurate, whereas dogs can be more accurate and alert you more quickly.

Diabetes service dogs are ideal for patients who cannot remember to test their blood sugar levels. There are many older patients who just can't remember, which is where the dogs come in very handy.


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Stop Excessive Dog Barking

March 24th 2012 16:07
Why Dogs Bark - Stop Excessive Barking

When you find that your dog is creating a noise nuisance in your neighborhood, you'll want to figure out why


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Euthanize Dog At Home

March 18th 2012 20:19
Euthanizing Your Dog at Home with a Veterinarian - At-Home Euthanasia

Many pet owners prefer to euthanize their pet at home instead of at a vet's office. This can create a calmer situation, as well as create comfort and closure for family members and other pets


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Rhacodactylus Geckos

March 8th 2012 23:49
If you're interested in learning more about caring for and raising any of the rhacodactylus geckos, I highly recommend that you check out myrhacs.com

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Most Airline Deaths for Pets

February 18th 2012 15:11
Delta has the most airline deaths for pets flying.

There were 35 pet deaths in 2011, and 19 of them were on Delta flights. There were also 5 injured pets who flew with Delta


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Beginner Turtle

February 12th 2012 15:41
Turtles and tortoises are not the best pet for everyone. Even the smallest species requires a lot of space. If you think that you're ready to care for a turtle or a tortoise, make sure to do your research first. You don't necessarily want to bring home the small Sulcata tortoise that you, because it won't stay so small for long.

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