Speaking about dogs, i have one called Bear. She’s a bit of a scaredy cat and barks a lot. This morning we had to call the plumbers and right now she’s hiding in the cellar. My little brother has just woke up, and his first thought in the morning is always to cuddle Bear, so now he’s down in the cellar too!! I was given her on my seventh birthday. My mum got her from the local kennel. When she was a puppy, she used to go and cuddle up in one of our cupboards and even now she still tries to squeeze in there. Now my brother has come back up now so i’ll ask im a few questions:
ME: Why do you love her so much? BRO: Because she’s the only dog in the family and she never gets angry at me. ME: If we ever got another dog, would your love for bear be the same? BRO: Yes! I think…… ME: Uhmmmmm…. seems like this morning you’re not feeling like having an “interview”!!


Choosing the best flea and tick collar to your dog is important. You will find numerous types of these items, that include the Seresto company, Hartz UltraGuard Additionally, PetPlus, and Zodiac. Here are some benefits associated with each kind. Read on to learn more about these products. And, for your reference point, we’ve outlined the brand names we advise for our pet dogs. Regardless of whether you choose a collar that is made for dogs a treadmill that is designed for cats, here are some things to look for.
Seresto Flea Collars
- 8 MONTH PROTECTION – Flea and Tick Сollar for dogs protect your furry friend or puppy from ticks and flea 24h/seven days every week during 8 MONTHS.
- MORE POWERFUL – New formula. More efficient flea and tick prevention for dogs than other collars yet still hypoallergenic for your and you pet.
- AGE For Utilizing – You can begin use Collar from 3 month age of your furry friend. You may use our collar for MEDIUM, SMALL and LARGE dogs
- WATERPROOF – Is still 100% effective after bathing and playing in the rain.
- CHARITY – with every sold collar we donate 3$ to Organizations that are involved in saving animals. Help us to offer them hope!
Some domestic pets and their parents are not surprisingly unwilling about a number of the unpleasant chemicals generally in most flea and tick collars. Even some all-natural collars with crucial oils could cause side effects in people and dogs.
Luckily, the Seresto collar has an extremely-mild method of organic natural oils and herbal treatments that provides weeks of safety employing a special sluggish-release modern technology. The business backside the product with a 30-time money-back flea and tick avoidance ensure.
Your family’s noses will enjoy the fairly inoffensive fragrance. Plus it’s waterproof, adaptable, eco-pleasant, and safe forkids and owners, and pet dogs with sensitivities. Seresto even donates a part of revenue to charitable organization.
If you use this collar alongside Seresto’s mineral-infused shampoo, just note that this collar isn’t intended to treat preexisting infestations, and you’ll serestofleacollars.org see the best flea and tick repellant results. And although this collar is among the gentlest on the market, it’s always crucial to concentrate on your dog and frequently look into the epidermis around their throat for just about any indications of irritability.
Animal owners are already expressing issues regarding the Seresto flea and tick collar. The Enviromentally friendly Defense Organization (EPA) is now opening up a 60-working day community opinion time on the item. The EPA gotten almost several thousand problems and cited a current security history to choose whether to ban the merchandise. The safety history for Seresto includes several records of skinirritation and death, and other adverse effects. It’s not clear in the event the EPA is going to take the matter additional or eliminate its enrollment totally.
The Seresto(r) collar is normal water-resilient and features the active substances that work well towards fleas and ticks. The collar remains to be efficient despite a dog bathing or swims. The lively elements spread out from the lipid level of your dog’s epidermis and renew the substance-free formula as soon as the dog bathes. That way, even if your dog gets wet, the collar stays effective for up to 8 months.
Hartz UltraGuard Plus
The Hartz UltraGuard As well as Flea and Tick Collar is simple to use and can be purchased in a streamlined bright white design. This collar repels and kills ticks and fleas and inhibits their eggs from hatching, properly concluding the flea and tick lifecycle. It is recommended for pups and more aged pet dogs 12 weeks and more aged. It is safe for your pet and you, because of its non-toxic properties. It really is a convenient collar to utilize along with your pet and can be used as seven weeks.
The apply jar should be presented half a dozen ” from your pet’s skin area and stored from its eyeballs. Gently rub the spray into your pet’s coat, ruffling the fur if necessary. Let it sit for at least 10 minutes before wiping it off. This collar may also be used on home bedding or other parts of your house. Make sure you rinse the family pet carefully following use, because the item can cause discomfort in a few pets.
The Zodiac Flea and Tick Collar repels and kills fleas in twenty four hours. It really works despite a short-term wetting period of time. Your puppy will likely be shielded from fleas and ticks for up to several months. The collar is easy touse and waterproof, and odor-resilient. It is really an exceptional choice for flea-vulnerable pet dogs. But what if your dog is not on the list of potential victims?
The Zodiac Flea and Tick Collar for Large Pet dogs is an excellent option for pets. This collar works for as much as 7 a few months and will continue to kill ticks and fleas from the dog for as long as the family pet would wear it. It’s water-proof, and its particular active ingredients get started getting rid of fleas and repelling ticks immediately. Along with the collar can also work even though your feline will get wet.
The PetPlus flea and tick collar is a wonderful way to maintain your dog resistant to these irritating insects. This collar is powered by vegetation important fats to get rid of ticks, fleas and mosquitoes and other unwanted pests. The collar is available in various sizes and can be used on anykitten and dog, or adult cat up to 23 inches long. This collar is acceptable for dogs and cats of every age group and is specially useful in humid or hot environments.
The very best flea and tick collars are made to relieve their productive chemical substances progressively during a period of time. Most collars lasts up to about three to seven several weeks, which means you won’t should transform them as often as other types. You can also purchase normal water-resilient versions to ensure that your dog won’t get soaked in bad weather or skating. Regardless of the style of collar, it is important to remember to remove it before bathing your pet.


wikiDeeks Supports Pets of the Homeless
wikiDeeks is proud to support a great charity called Pets of the Homeless, which provides pet food and emergency veterinary care to pets of homeless individuals and families across the U.S. and Canada.
Your first reaction might be to think that homeless people shouldn’t really have pets. Well, the fact is that sometimes these animals are the only friend a homeless person has, the only one they can count on to not feel completely alone in the world, providing the same source of unconditional love as our pets provide to us. And sadly sometimes they are also a source of protection and security. The Intercept wrote a great article about the issue. So did The Huffington Post. Here’s how Pets of the Homeless puts it:
Feeding Pets of the Homeless believes in the healing power of companion pets and of the human/animal bond which is very important in the lives of many homeless. They find solace, protection and companionship through their pets. They care for their pets on limited resources so they themselves have less. Our task, nationwide, is to feed and provide basic emergency veterinary care to their pets and thus relieve the anguish and anxiety of the homeless who cannot provide for their pets.
— Mission Statement, Pets of the Homeless
In addition to providing pet food, supplies and veterinary care, Pets of the Homeless supports homeless shelters to create ways to enable homeless people to get off the streets while keeping their pets safely with them. And they have a reading program to encourage elementary students to fundraise called Reading for Scruffy. They help in all 50 U.S. states as well as parts of Canada.
You can find out more about the charity on their website, www.petsofthehomeless.org. You can also follow them on Instagram, twitter, Facebook, or flickr. Here’s a great video on their work:
wikiDeeks Pledges to Give
We at wikiDeeks pledge to give $150 to Pets of the Homeless each time Monty or Homeless Deeks make an appearance on NCIS:LA. So far we’ve given $1200 in honor of Homeless Deeks’ seven previous appearances on the show: “Borderline,” “The Watchers,” “Parley,” “Inelegant Heart,” “The Grey Man,” “High Value Target,” “Hail Mary,” and “The Bear.”
You Can Help Too
Help us support Pets of the Homeless. Spread the word on social media. On-line shop at a retailer that gives to Pets of the Homeless, including AmazonSmile and Humane Rx. Drop off pet food at one of their many drop-off locations.
Better yet, give a U.S. tax deductible donation of any size. Even $10 can make a difference! If you give through the organization’s globalgiving website, you can do so in honor of Marty Deeks or Eric Christian Olsen (or Monty or Dakota!). We’ll collect all the donation info and send it to him periodically. We are thrilled to have passed our original goal of $1,500, a second goal of $3,000, and to have met our most recent goal of $4000! To date we’ve raised $4380. Huge thanks to all our amazing readers who’ve given so far. (Note: Donations can be made from anywhere in the world.)
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|2. Click the “DONATE NOW” button for a default $25 amount OR choose a different pre-set amount from the Donate Once list OR scroll to the bottom of the page to enter a different amount, like the $10 example here.|
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Select eCard as the card type. Choose a design.
4. Enter Eric Christian Olsen’s name in the “Who should we send card to” section, along with our wikiDeeks charity e-mail: email@example.com. (The e-mail is how we’ll know you donated.)
Leave the current date in the Date to Send box.
|5. Enter your name in the “From” line, Eric’s (or Deeks’ or anyone else’s) name in the “In Honor Of” line, and leave a short message of any kind for Eric. You can write as much as 5000 characters! You don’t have to “Show how much you’re donating,” but if you do, it will help us track our cumulative impact.|
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Want to give less than $10, or don’t want to deal with the instructions above? You can donate through Paypal on the Pets of the Homeless website. If you send proof of your $5 donation to us at firstname.lastname@example.org, along with any short note you want to send to Eric, you’ll still be entered into any current drawing.
Thank You for All Your Help!
Our heartfelt thanks go out to everyone who has helped, whether it’s by a financial contribution, a food drop-off, targeted on-line shopping, or just by spreading the word. Together we can make a difference.
A wonderful charity that shows kindness to both man and the animals they love…Please join us in donating to such a worthy cause.
All of us at Pets of the Homeless thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support! It’s people like you along with your fans who truly make a difference!
Thanks for checking in with us Laura. We are happy to help. Thanks to everyone at Pets of the Homeless for all that you do, and for inspiring our efforts.
Thanks Laura. We love and support your mission. Please help us make our goal of $1500 and help these wonderful animals and the people who love them.


We have decided that Addison will be our subdivision's first official dog walker. She loves trying to walk dogs but most are too large and strong for her to control. Well, Addison has recently met several yorkies in our neighborhood that have enabled her to hone her dog-walking skills. She can really handle yorkies because they're so small and light. A young couple was with their yorkie "Polo" in our neighborhood park and Addison insisted on walking him. It's gotten to the point that if anyone with a dog stops and talks with us, Addison will reach for the dog's leash as if it's her job to walk it. Polo’s owners took these pictures with their cell phone and sent them to us. We just happen to live in a subdivision where dogs are plentiful and very pampered. In fact, the dogs in our neighborhood have their own doggie park! So forget the lemon-aide stand, Miss Addison has found her toddler - age calling. We're pretty impressed with her finesse and think she’s just the cutest little dog walker we’ve ever seen :-)
Monday, June 9, 2008
Gee, I haven't posted in months. I started out the year with such determination to post at least monthly. What can I say? Trying to keep a blog going while parenting has been a challenge for me. I'm surprise that anyone still checks in from time to time to see if I've posted anything. Well I thought I could at least post some pics from Addison's recent trip to Zoo Atlanta. As you will see in the 1st photo, Addison was less than thrilled to be there. Just look at her expression in the 1st photo when she realized that she wouldn't be allowed to run freely through the zoo for the next couple of hours. Or maybe she was thinking, "Mommy thinks I look adorable in this get-up but I think I look ridiculous!" Although the pictures don't show it, Addison soon realized that spending the day at the zoo was actually fun. Now if I can just get her to smile for the camera:-) Enjoy the pictures!
Posted by pat2006 at Monday, June 09, 2008


The Benefits Of CBD For Your Senior Pet
If you are convinced of the compelling benefits of CBD, you may want to consider using quality Cannabidiol products for your pet, too. Haven't heard about the advantages of CBD for senior dogs and cats? Here's what pet owners need to know:
CBD Relieves Aches and Pains
While CBD oil doesn't produce the feelings of euphoria that its close cousin THC does, it is effective at relieving aches and pains. It is gentle and won't cause stomach upset or other side-effects that prescription medications and some over-the-counter products do. Follow dosing instructions per the manufacturer and your vet to treat senior pet arthritis or joint pain.
CBD Can Help Anxiety
Calm nervous or anxious pets with CBD. CBD impacts the endocannabinoid system, which in turn, levels emotions and soothes. CBD oil can be a great solution for pets that experience anxiety, such as from separation or fear during storms.
CBD is an Anti-Inflammatory
CBD is helpful at reducing the pain of arthritis, but how about preventing the pain in the first place? CBD is anti-inflammatory, so it can help reduce swelling in joints, which may lower or prevent pain and discomfort at all.
CBD Contributes to Cognition
Did you know that CBD is lauded for helping with brain function? This extends to your senior pet; CBD helps support cognition by working with the mitochondria in the brain. Give CBD oil products to your pet as directed by your veterinary provider to keep them sharp and responsive as they age.
CBD Stimulates Appetite
CBD has been shown to alleviate nausea and stimulate appetite, key when preventing illness or malnourishment among senior pets. The right nutrients are vital to your pet's wellbeing across the lifespan; using CBD oil products may help them maintain a healthy diet as they become older. For sick pets, an inability to eat weakens an already compromised immune system — CBD may help.
Heed tips for buying CBD to get the best quality products for your money. Look for CBD products that are organically grown in the US, and avoid nasty pesticides, fillers, and long shipping times. Buyers have more options than ever before and wide accessibility is becoming better via online sellers.
Make sure to always discuss CBD with your veterinary provider before giving it to your pet. Consider the many benefits of CBD oil products, and talk to your vet about using it for senior pet health today.
For further tips, reach out to a local CBD shop.


We have three cats, all adopted. One was surrendered, one abandoned, and the last was disposed.
Angel was surrendered to a no-kill animal rescue agency,
along with her brother, when their owner fell on hard times and couldn't
afford to take care of them. It stinks but I understand that. And if
anyone surrendered their black and white kitten Angelica to a shelter
just east of Toronto, one that services Paws and Claws, she's a happy,
healthy almost seven year old cat now (we picked Valentine's Day for her
birthday) and is currently curled up snoozing on the couch.
I feel anger when I think of Blackie. Her previous owners left her behind in a shed when they moved. She was just a kitten when we adopted her at eleven months old and she'd obviously been malnourished. Her leg bones are bowed and she's got the oddest walk (which is not helped by her current pot belly). I can't understand and don't want to understand the mentality of someone who would lock a kitten up and abandon her to possibly starve to death.
It's Oreo that has me baffled. We had neighbours who lived across the hallway from us when my children were smaller. They moved in with two older cats and, shortly after we adopted Blackie, they picked Oreo out of a box of "free kittens".
A few months later they decided to move in with a family member who did not want three cats in his home. The Mom was deciding which cat to take to the shelter when I volunteered to take one. This came at the perfect time for us because my children's father (and his girlfriend) had promised the kids a kitten from the litter their cat was going to have. That litter never arrived and the kids were heartbroken they weren't going to get their kitten. Oreo, still a kitten at the time, was just what they were looking for.
A few weeks later the neighbours had a dog, given to them through the family grapevine. Someone's grandmother died, leaving behind an elderly dog. Daughter was disappointed, positive that if we'd waited a few weeks, we would have been given the dog instead of Oreo. I reminded her repeatedly that a) we'd never been offered the dog and b) we had Oreo and why would she trade him for any animal. Daughter was ticked to discover they gave the dog away to someone else shortly after moving due to bathroom issues.
A few years went by then there was a flurry of excitement on Facebook because they were getting a puppy. They'd been looking for ages and found the perfect puppy for their family. Then came the adorable puppy and child pictures. I asked how the cats were getting along with the puppy and got the response of "we got rid of the cats several months ago". Got rid of the cats who were around eight years old at the time.
A short while later she was posting saying she was going to look for a new home for her puppy soon if he didn't stop barking at the vacuum cleaner then wetting in terror. I suggested puppy training classes and provided links to local ones. She responded saying that despite months of looking for the "perfect puppy", she had not once looked into the breed. Apparently anxiety and wetting issues were common. She also refused to look into puppy training classes because hopefully the puppy would outgrow these issues.
I got blocked when I replied the shelters are already full of dogs who didn't outgrow anxiety issues and poor bathroom habits then reposted the training class links. This was at least half a year ago so I'm sure little Coco has been passed along to another family and they've moved on to yet another "perfect pet". We adopted Oreo five years ago this April. In those five years they have gotten rid of three cats and two dogs that I know of. I haven't spoken to them since last summer so who knows if they've gone through another perfect pet since then.
I woke up this morning to find Oreo snuggled against me again, his head nestled on my arm, his legs sprawled, his eyes watching mine... eager for me to wake and rub his tummy. He rolled around on the bed when he realized I was awake, licking my nose and wriggling so I could reach every part of his tummy. Son came into my room before bed last night so I could read him part of my novel. When he left to brush his teeth, he patted his leg and said "Come Oreo, it's tooth brushing time" and Oreo jumped off the bed and trotted along behind. My daughter insists he's a dog disguised as a cat.
I don't think of that family often but every once in a while Oreo will do something completely adorable and completely him and I wonder if they know what they're missing. How do you pick out a pet, promise to care for it, then give it away? How can you love and care for an animal for months or years and then pass it along and forget about it? One child used to ask my daughter and I about Oreo. "He's my Oreo" she'd insist to my daughter. Her mother never asked. Do her other children ever wonder about the pets they no longer own? Will they grow up to care for their own pets or will they grow up to see pets as nothing more than toys? Something to enjoy for a time and pass on once they're "boring".
Sure, I'm the one who gets to deal with the not fun stuff. Oreo very likely has FIV. I know it's not as easily transmitted as I was told when we first adopted him but I can't help but wonder if my other two cats have it as well. And Oreo has allergies, which means they get expensive cat food. We're eating lentils, rice, and pasta while the cats dine on smoked salmon and trout.
But then he walks up beside me, demanding attention, and closes his eyes in ecstasy as I scratch his forehead right above the eyes. His purr deepens, he grabs my hand with both paws and maneuvers it for a chest rub. He stares at me and my heart melts and I wonder once again if they ever know what they threw away.


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“As every cat owner knows, nobody owns a cat.”
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Over the course of 30 years, Fouad Tamim has always taken one or more of his dogs to his dry cleaning establishment, Oxford Cleaners. For Gary Liebman, owner of A Yellow House Vacuum, it’s much the same story.
Today, as dogs across the nation take part in Pet Sitters International’s Take Your Dog to Work Day®, it’s business as usual for Peanut, Zoey and Trouble. The special day was created in 1999 to “celebrate the great companions dogs make and to encourage their adoption from humane societies, animal shelters and breed rescue clubs.” It’s celebrated annually on the Friday following Father’s Day
“The customers love them,” said Tamim, of his current dogs, Peanut and Zoey, who play or lounge on a cushion in the window of his shop at 14419 Burbank Blvd., Van Nuys. Some days they are joined by Daisy, a Yorkie Poo owned by Tina, Tamim’s assistant.Trouble and Gary Liebman at A Yellow House Vacuum
Liebman starts his day by asking Trouble, his boxer and pit bull mix, if he’s ready to go to work.
“He just flies off the couch,” Liebman says. Trouble is the third of Liebman’s dogs that have come to work with him over the past 30 years.
Tamim says that his dogs have a backyard and a dog door out of the house, but adds, “I don’t want to leave them alone. I want to be with them.”
Customers often bring them treats, or stop by with their own dogs. Sometimes it’s a dog who pulls its owner in to greet Peanut, Zoey or Daisy. Tamim keeps a jar of dog biscuits in easy reach. Well chewed dog toys are scattered around the dog bed near the sewing machine area with its large collection of colored thread for tailoring and mending.
Tamim says he’s only had two customers who didn’t like seeing the dogs in the store.
“I told them, ‘Please don’t come back to my place,’” he said. “If someone doesn’t like animals, doesn’t like my dogs, they don’t like me.”
Trouble, an alert, active dog, can give a newcomer pause when first greeted at Yellow House Vacuum. He often strides out the back door to check out customers coming in from parking their cars. Liebman says in reality he tends to run from conflict.
“I used to have a Doberman who would rest his head on customers’ hips as I was showing them vacuums,” Liebman said. “I used to tell them as long as they bought a vacuum, there was nothing to worry about.”


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The Boulder Creek Quality Inn & Suites is proud to be one of the few pet-friendly hotels in Boulder, Colorado. Of course – the hotel owners Samantha Lewis, a soft coated Wheaten Terrier and Francesca Lewis, a Maltipoo (known as Frankie and who is a rescue ) wouldn’t have it any other way! You’ll occasionally see them at the hotel- just keeping an eye on us!
We have designated “pet friendly” rooms that include all of the same superior accommodations as our non-pet friendly rooms.
Four-legged friends will receive a pet welcome package including an iconic classic red Kong toy, two homemade biscuits with recipe & gifts. 1 gift bag is given per room. Additional gift bags can be purchased at the front desk for $3.50.
The KONG Company, innovator of the iconic classic red KONG dog toy, is located right in our Colorado backyard.
They’ve partnered with our hotel to keep your dog happy and healthy while away from home by providing toys and treats for your stay. For more information on KONG, visit www.KONGcompany.com
Water bowls and disposable litter boxes for our feline guests are also available.
Furry friends can enjoy the convenience of a small grassy area behind the property and the Boulder Creek Pathway is located just steps from our hotel – a great place for them to stretch their legs, run and play.


Grooming plays an essential role in your furkid’s well-being and health - ultimately improving their overall lifespan. Neglecting to provide proper grooming care could cause health issues and we wouldn't want that to happen to our pets.
We offer both Basic grooming and Full grooming for dogs & cats. We also have a range of other value-added services such as Clay Spa, Skin Therapy, Dental Treatment, Tooth Brushing etc.
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Jack has decided to be a dog most of the time he's at home. He thought it would be nice to have a doggie name, too, so we named him Rex. In fact, if he's in his dog mood, don't you dare call him Jack. That makes him mad, and he'll only answer to Rex.
Rex even fetches, too. Throw him the ball, and then he'll go and get it and bring it back.
Anna didn't want to feel left out, so sometimes she'll pretend to be a dog, too. Her dog name is Cindy.
Isn't imagination great?


Catch Me & Touch Me
Komori overhears Himuro is moving someone into his apartment but is confused it isn’t Fuyutsuki, until Himuro explains he plans to rescue a stray cat near his apartment. Fuyutsuki volunteers to help and shows him a trick to befriending cats. Unfortunately Fuyutsuki spots a poster revealing the cat is a missing pet, so they return him to his owner. Himuro is so depressed Fuyutsuki invites him to her apartment at the weekend to spend time with her cat Nyamero, cheering him up instantly. Just stepping inside Fuyutsuki’s apartment causes a blizzard of ultra fine snowflakes called Diamond Dust, a sign Himuro is blissfully happy. After an awkward moment where they accidentally touch hands the moment is ruined when Yukimi arrives, revealing she and Fuyutsuki are now friends and she visits her apartment regularly. Realising she is interrupting Yukimi decides to leave but cannot find an excuse that doesn’t seem rude and ends up staying for coffee. Himuro is disappointed but recovers when Fuyutsuki asks to visit their home next time. At work Komori and Saejima demand to know how the visit went. Later, Himuro and Fuyutsuki meet at the train station, both with suitcases.


To some people, a family pet is just as valuable as a child. Caring for your pet is extremely essential, and so is providing the ideal food. Excellent food and the right family pet items can help your pet stay healthy and fit.
Pet nutrition in our market plays a huge function in our society although not all people recognize this. Many consumers believe that buying pet products such as junk foods are just comparable to the meat that you can feed them every day. They are mistaken. They also think that the canned foods just consist of contaminants and preservatives which can damage the family pet's health one day. More of them also think that they only aim to keep it costly. In the early 1980s, Stuart Berger, MD, declared that soy is amongst the 7 top irritants. Soy is a substance that causes allergies in animals.
If you want to provide your pet dog natural, healthy food, however you don't have sufficient time to prepare raw meals for your pet, you can buy some of the food products such as those ready-to-eat freezes dried and frozen materials or raw meals. Your animals will like this kind of raw food.
One of the choices for feeding animal's raw food is Life's Abundance, which is a natural kibble family pet food for your felines and pet dogs . The Life's Abundance chicken meal is made from the best chickens raised without using hormonal agents or steroids . It consists of just natural, healthy components and is nutrient thick with the essential vitamins, fats, minerals and fats which are very important for the very best health of your dog or feline. It is complimentary from components such as wheat, corn, dairy, artificial colors or tastes the spin-offs.
Dr. Jane Bicks, have challenged the need to increase diseases and poor health in our family pets. She has developed Daily grain free low calorie dog food Nutritional Systems which aims to offer the ideal nutrition for your canines and cats . She specified that we do all possible actions and actions to keep our body healthy. If that is so, we also require to take excellent care of our family pets. Now, a premium rich diet plan can assist them keep up a healthy body and condition.
They can be found in the local pet stores if you are looking for all natural how many cups should i feed my puppy healthy pet products. You can visit the closest pet shops near you and you can ask a expert to help you be and pick notified of the ideal dose. Often, some foods are not appropriate to the pets that you have. You need help in picking.
If you are not pleased with your search, you can look for the pet items online. It is extremely simple to look for pet products online.
Excellent food and the right family pet products can help your animal remain healthy and fit.
Many customers think that buying animal items such as canned foods are just equivalent to the meat that you can feed them every day. If you want to give your canine natural, healthy food, however you do not have enough time to prepare raw meals for your family pet, you can purchase some of the food products such as those ready-to-eat freezes dried and frozen materials or raw meals. One of the alternatives for feeding family pet's raw food is Life's Abundance, which is a natural kibble pet food for your felines and canines . If you are looking for all natural healthy animal items, they can be discovered in the regional pet shops.


How Morekos pups are raised. The importance of doing it correctly.
Before your puppy leaves to join your family it will have already experienced many different sights, sounds and environments designed to help them adjust faster and be prepared for the next chapter in life.
This is not something all breeders will do and we encourage those looking for a puppy to do their research and understand the difference made by correct puppy raising techniques. Here is a sneak peak at a Morekos puppy from birth to 8 weeks...…
After much planning, vet checks and the highest regards to care and nurturing, the whelping process will begin in my home, under close watch. With vets on standby for any possible problems and round the clock care, each pup is born, checked over and monitored while mum delivers the whole litter. Mum and puppies are kept clean and comfortable in a large heated whelping box, to stay warm in the cold or if it is hot they will be provided cooling, depending on the room temperature. A vet check is performed if there are any concerns for mum and pups.
The whelping box is positioned in a calm but high traffic area to expose the pups to the routines of everyday life, thus they are used to the sounds of TV's, vacuum's, washing machines and even the toilet.
Handling is performed daily from birth.
and worming is given every 2 weeks.
2 weeks is when the eyes and ears open. Now the pups are starting to explore the world around them. They will be kept in a clean and toy enriched environment, that will help develop personalities and allow for exploration and fun.
The pups will now get to explore the daytime (outdoor) puppy enclosure. It is designed to expose the litter to many different surfaces and obstacles to help them learn and develop faster, this is where the pups explore while I am working, provided the weather is suitable for them to be outside with mum. The pups are taken on trips to other friends houses and various outings to shops and dog friendly (clean and disease free) venues, to further their socialization. They will be introduced to a puppy crate for when confinement will be needed in the future, eg. stays at the vet, dog clubs, etc. Crate training (when taught correctly) helps a dog develop independence by teaching the pup that it is ok to be alone for short periods, thus, helping to minimise the potential for developing separation anxiety. By the time our puppies start to leave for their new homes at 8 weeks they will be used to sleeping individually at night.
At six weeks its time for their microchipping and then first vaccination at the vets. Before this all important check, the puppies will already be used to handling of the face, ears, tail as well as basic restraints that may be needed in a veterinary exam. This helps make the vet a happy place and helps the vet to get everything done efficiently so there is time for a cuddle and a liver treat at the end.
At 8 weeks old it's pick up time, the pups will receive their parasite protection for heartworm, fleas and ticks and receive another intestinal wormer (provided every 2 weeks).
We provide them with an "Adaptil" collar to assist with the transition from our home to their new home and a puppy pack full of goodies to get them off to the right start.


How To Keep Pets Safe When Moving Home.
Sometimes people are forced to move from one home to another. Despite the stress and tussles that come with moving, people may just have to move anyway. It usually comes with many challenges. One may even need to seek professional help when doing so. One such company that assist people to move from one home to another is the small moving Inc. Most modern day families own pets.Owning pets has become a common thing for many families. Wherever these families move to; they carry their pets along with them. Moving to a new home is too much to bear for these pets.
The mix up of moving into a new home may have some negative impact on the pets. The pets to feel anxious when things do not seem normal to them. It is important to keep one’s pet safe during this tiresome event. Safety to pets will be assured during moving as long as certain measures adhere to. That is, before moving, during the process of moving and after one has moved to a new premise.They include, before moving, during and after moving to new location. A person has nothing to worry when they follow these simple instructions.
preparing one’s pet for the moving out comes with certain responsibility. One of such things is whether the move is local or out of the country and the how long such move will take. For shorter distances, seeking the help of friends or neighbors to look after your pet is a good idea. Pets that spend much of their time outside the house can be left behind only to be collected later. Small pets can be kept with other valuables inside the car. In case the move oversees, pets may require pet passports, micro chip, vaccinations or sometimes they may be moved by specialists.
There are still some measures to be taken when the actual moving is taking place. The safety begins within the old home. People are advised to look after their pets not to get caught up in the busy activities of the day. People working in the house to move households commodities might accidentally injure a pet. The oblivion of the pet may further the danger of the pet getting injured in the process. Someone who is not around the house at that time might come to the rescue of looking after the pet on one’s behalf.
A lot is still required even after getting into the new home. Pets are also always aware and familiar with their surroundings, just as humans. The new smell different from the old one might bring anxiety upon a pet. It is therefore advised to strictly keep your pet inside the house for some time before letting them out of the house. As a counter measure one should not dispose of the old pet bed of their pet. If this is difficult at least two or three blankets will help your pet to get used to the new home.
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Dogs are always curious about new things. They love to search and discover things present around. With the passage of time, this curiosity increases and the dogs remain busy to find a chance to get their freedom. It has been observed that most of the dogs prefer to run independently whenever they find an opportunity. It would be really the worst condition if you lose control and the dog runs away. No doubt, your dog is not going anywhere but it will become difficult to get him back until or unless he wants. Those who are interested to find a solution should consider the martingale dog collar as soon as possible.
How to choose this collar?
Well, it depends on your dog. There are different types of collars available for the puppies at stores. Search all around and visit various pet shops to find the attractive collars. It is recommended to give preference to the martingale collar. This collar has been designed according to the smart nature of dogs.
Usually, it seems that dogs are obedient and they always love to stick with their owners. This concept is true until the dogs are fastened with a collar and string. Unleash the dog and you will see how smarter they are. They will run away within a few seconds to chase their destination whether it a cat, rat, ball or anything they are curious about. Here are some valuable suggestions to choose the best martingale collar.
Search around and compare:
This would be the first step to find the best collar. As a matter of fact, a collar must be comfortable and appropriate for your dog. It has been noticed that selecting a low quality collar disturbs the dogs especially when they are fastened. There is no need to select any collar without having basic information about. Yes, there is a complete science involved in this matter. You are suggested to find top pet stores present in the city. Note down the addresses and check the products they sell.
Visit the stores and ask for the collars:
This is second step to see the products. It is difficult to identify the best collars available in the markets without having knowledge. Therefore, it is easy to get the best products with the help of experts and salesmen. Remember, the salesmen always prefer to sell collars giving more margins to them. You are required to check all these products and ask the price in order to make a quick comparison to buy the high quality martingale dog collar.
Bring your dog for fitting:
Yes, it is always helpful to bring your dog to the stores where you go to buy the collars. Most of the people visit the stores without the puppies. No doubt, it is easy to get an idea about the neck size of the dog but it will become tedious to get a replacement in case of any problem. There is no need to bring a tension for no reason. All you have to do is bring the puppy so you can check the collar at store. This would allow you to get a replacement quickly by asking the salesmen to show another size.
Are you ready now? Choosing the best martingale dog collar has become very simple nowadays. You are required to check our reviews and feedbacks. These reviews contain essential knowledge about the best martingale collars present in the markets. Reading the reviews enables the buyers to learn about the important facts and figures. It also provides basic knowledge about the latest techniques to choose appropriate collars for the dogs.


Below I have outlined some breed standards and characteristics which I have experienced with these breeds. There are many different opinions as to the most suitable breeds so I merely offer you my personal opinion of them based on my own experiences
With an ideal adult weight of just 3lbs 4oz (1.5Kg) to 3lbs 8oz (1.6Kg) this is the smallest of the lop breeds. Like all lops, it is one of the more docile rabbits. They have a generally calm and aminable temperament coupled with a fun cheeky streak. These are slightly more playful than some of the larger lops such as German and French. These are one of the best breeds for children and adults alike. Ring size K
The lion lop, or "mini lion lop" is fundamentaly a cross between the lionhead and mini lop. They are a very recent addition to the breeding standards. They seem to have retained much of the temperament of the mini lop but with the addition of the lionhead mane. These are undoubtedly one of the cutest breeds around.
These are slightly larger than the mini lops ideally weighing in between 4lb 4oz (2.03Kg) and 5lb 4oz (2.38Kg). Their temperament is very similar to that of the mini lop though I find them slightly more serious. Their size makes them still within comfortable bounds for handling by children and gives them some advantages as house rabbits. Ring size C
One of the larger of the lop breeds, the German weighs in at between 6lbs 8oz (2.95Kg) and 8lbs 8oz (3.86Kg). There size can make them unsuitable for some children to handle, however, this can in many ways lend them towards living with small people as they are large enough to be stroked and petted without being picked up and carried around. They do make fantastic house rabbits and are far less likely to be tripped over than some of the smaller breeds. Ring size L
These are very appealing rabbits especially when young but they can be a little more fiery than the lops. They are better suited to adults or competent children but best avoided as a first rabbit for the very young. They are beautiful rabbits with a "lion's" mane which does require a small amount of grooming attention. The lionhead is a medium sized rabbit weighing between 3lbs and 3lbs 12 oz. Ring size C.
Sweet and gentle by nature the silver fox are one of my favourite breeds. They can be shy and nervous but rarely show any kind of aggression. If handled correctly they make adorable pets and have a beautiful soft coat and colour very specific to their breed. They are slightly larger than the dwarf lop but still a manageable size making them a frst class pet breed. Ring size D
The tigers of the rabbit world! These guys are fantastic fun in a tiny little adorable bundle. However, be warned that beneath this tichy package lies a tiger's heart. They are inquisitive, cheeky and independent rabbits giving boundless fun and entertainment but best left to adults and competent children. Weighing in at just 2lb (1Kg) to 2lbs 8oz (1.13Kg) they are one of the smallest breeds widely available as pets. Ring size X
One of the most appealing features of the rex breeds is their coat. It is like no other rabbit coat, with its dense, velvety feel it is a pleasure to stroke. The mini rex is the smallest of the rex breeds and is comparible in size to the mini lop. Their temperament is somewhere between a lop and a silver fox. They are very rarely aggressive but their nervousness can make them a little hard to handle if they have not been properly brought up. Some lines can be a little querky but the parents are always a good guide. Handled correctly from an early age they make wonderful pets. Ring size B.
The standard rex is identical in every way to the mini rex only slightly larger, about the size of a silver fox. With an adult weight of between 6 and 8lbs, ring size E.


We are Pet Friendly
Your four legged friend is very welcome at Hotel Cafe La Morena Fuengirola, we and our Hotel La Morena Princess "Cornelia" are looking forward to welcome you :)
Fuengirola has been voted "Best Pet friendly destination in Spain 2023"
We have a spesific Pet firendly beach just a few mins from the Hotel La Morena Fuengirola. There are several Pet friendly Parks in Fuengirola where your four legged companion can met new pet friends and maybe even fall in love :)
Around Fuengirola you'll finde a lot of hiking areas to enjoy the nature of Andalucia. If you prefer to do Sightseeing or shopping the Miramar Shopping center or Malaga City should be your choice. Both perfectly prepared to welcome you and your four legged pet friend.
For the well-being of pets we only accept reservations with pets in rooms with balcony or terrace.
Dont think longer and check availability to make your reservation and enjoy Andalucía and our hospitality at Hotel La Morena in fuengirola.


Pet portraits is a service we have been providing in Suffolk for over ten years now. We love doing pet portraits as they are so much fun. Many families have fur babies and what better way to show off your pet than to allow us to create a beautiful portraits. On their own or with their families we promise to create some stunning images to display in your home.
Dogs are our most popular pets to visit us at our portrait studio. One reason I am sure is that we are on one of the most popular dog walking areas in Suffolk! As we are located on the Trimley nature reserve we can use our unique location to get some natural pictures of your dog. You are also always welcome to have studio shots of your pet too. We of course welcome all pets from horses to cats, lizards to goldfish. All pets are welcome to our studio.
If your fur baby needs a haircut before you come in we really reccomend Hotdogs Groomers in Ipswich you can view their website here


Spratt’s Dog Cakes, 1895
I enjoy the bold use of space and sense of minimalism in this advert for Spratt’s “Meat Fibrine” Dog Cakes. Founder James Spratt invented the idea of dog biscuits, inspired by seeing dogs on Liverpool docks scoffing down hardtack – the sailors weevil-busting biscuit. (Well, that’s if the “Dicky Sams” weren’t using the hardtack to make scouse.)
The name lives on in the Spratt’s Complex of Tower Hamlets, London, which was one of the first warehouse conversions in the 1980s. It used to be the old Victorian dog food factory, which at one point was the biggest in the world. They also had a dog show department, which must have had something to do with the fact that James Spratt’s assistant, a 14 year old Charles Cruft, later founded Crufts Dog Show.
Spratt’s produced over a billion dog biscuits for the army dogs of the First World War, and food for the dogs of the polar expeditions too. Here’s Ernest Shackleton’s snow dogs promoting Spratt’s dog cakes with a bit of frolicking in front of their posters:


I got my nails done and had a pedicure today. I needed a little refresher course in beautification. I'm all patriotic for the fourth. When I got home I walked to the quickie mart for a hernia sized big gulp, and on the way home, I was approached by the saddest looking kitten I've ever seen. She came meowin up to me, and immediately sat on my foot, and started purring. She was soooo thin, you could see every bone in her little weeks old body. I sat on the grass and rubbed her back and scratched her behind her ears....I fell in love.
Of course I brought her home, gave her a bath, fed her some of Cat's food and gave her some kitten milk. She ate like she hasn't had a bite in days. She's currently hiding under my chair, while Cat keeps a close eye on the newcomer. I don't know if I can keep her, but I couldn't just leave her out there, starving and scared. I may take her to the humane society tomorrow...unless of course I fall even more in love with her through the night.
Listening To: Amerie - I'm Coming Out


Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Welcome Shayna Pratt to the world...
I spent a lot of time with the Pratt family during my last photo class at Western when I worked on a story on their family. They are an amazing family and have become good friends of mine. I was so happy when LaCretia asked me to take photos when their baby girl came.
Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Since I've been back home, I noticed there are a lot of cats around the house. One day I noticed a black cat laying on the porch, then a grey one. The first grey one I found looked like she just had kittens. Then I saw two grey kittens that looked exactly like the first one. Finally, my mom woke me up this morning to see that our front porch was a kitten paradise!
This one's my favorite. I love her eyes and the brown line that goes down across her nose.


Our mission is to treat your pet and home with the love,care and respect we would use to treat our own. We believe in nurturing pets in their own environment and maintaining a consistent schedule by providing daily dog walks, in home and overnight pet sitting, poop scooping, fresh food prep, pet taxi and more including house sitting in the greater Savannah Georgia Chatham County area.
According to the experts, from the pet's perspective, the familiar environment, diet and exercise routine, along with personal attention provided by a professional pet care giver are the perfect answers to eliminate the trauma of being transported and minimizing exposure to other animals with possible illnesses.
The in-home pet care solution is a relief to most owners that do not want to impose on family and friends for the care of their beloved pets.
We pride ourselves on being dependable and reliable. And hey we are pet owner's and lovers too. Our dogs are a part of our family and we fully understand how it is to leave your pets behind when the need to go out of town arises. At BVPS we will treat your loved ones as if they are our own. We also offer a variety of other services for the busy, sick and shut in, elderly or just plain want to sleep in folks.


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I know it's been awhile since I've posted, sorry! I've been battling a cold that turned into a sinus infection while working some extra hours and trying to keep Chloe going so that we can attempt our first show in a few weeks. Anyway, without further ado, here's Monday Bunday!
With Easter being just a few weeks away, I wanted to write a post about bunnies and Easter time. Many rabbits (and baby chick for that matter) are abandoned, released outdoors or surrendered to shelters each year because people don't understand rabbits and the time, energy and care that they reqire. They require a vet that specializes in exotic animals and they cost (in my opinion) as much if not more than caring for a cat or a dog.
Rabbits are not cuddly creatures by nature because they are prey animals and generally do not make great pets for children. When we adopted August from the Humane Society, she came with a free health exam from a veterinarian clinic. When I took her in, the vet determined that she was approximately 9 months old (in September of 2011) and due to her age, was most likely a surrendered Easter bunny. I can't help but think that that is most likely the case with how terrified August is of being held and how scared she was of us when we first got her.
The Make Mine Chocolate! Campaign was created in 2002 by the Columbus House Rabbit Society in order to educate people about living with a rabbit and to discourage the giving of live rabbits as Easter gifts and instead encourage the giving of chocolate rabbits. There are several other organizations that promote chocolate Easter Bunnies over Real Bunnies like Rabbitron, who help raise awareness by purchasing billboard and public transportation advertising space. If you are thinking about adding a bunny to your family or know someone who is thinking about it, please please PLEASE go to www.rabbit.org and take the time to read about all the care and time that bunnies require. In my 5 years of experience with bunnies, they can be almost as much work as having a horse.
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December 29, 2008
Tags: animals, dogs, german shepherd dogs, gsd, pets, rebel xsi
Category: 365 photo, animals, dogs, pure breds
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Responsible Pet Ownership
Pets, in particular, dogs and cats, form a large part of our lives and it is essential we recognise that even the most well behaved and loved pets have the potential to cause detrimental harm to native wildlife in different situations.
If you own a pet you have a responsibility for both the safety of your pet and to ensure your pet does not negatively impact on other people or animals, including native wildlife. There are a number of simple actions that you can do to be a responsible pet owner.
Tips to being responsible pet ownerIf you have a pet and you also plan on sharing your backyard with wildlife, there are some important actions you can take to protect wildlife from domestic pets:
- Keep your dog/s and or cat/s inside at night. Many wildlife species are active at night and many of our bird species feed during dawn and dusk. By keeping your pet inside or secured within an enclosure between dawn and dusk, your new backyard neighbours will be safe to use their new habitat and forage freely
- Buy or build a purpose designed outdoor cat run. These enclosures can be constructed as either free standing or attached to your house with a pet door and will allow your cat to play outdoors without being able to threaten native wildlife. These outdoor enclosures can be as large as you like and designed to include climbing frames, scratch-posts, living plants and covered sleeping / resting areas. The use of outdoor cat enclosure will not only protect native wildlife but also your cat from being hit by cars or being attacked by other cats or roaming dogs
- Fit a collar to your cat with at least 2 bells and a mirror ball or reflective finish. Cats are quite clever and can learn to hold bells under their chin and stop them making a noise. By fitting a mirror ball or other material that will reflect “sunlight” birds and other potential prey will have a chance to see (and be startled by) bright flashes of sunlight reflecting from the cat and have a chance at escaping or finding protection
- Ensure your dog is contained within a secure yard and cannot escape through any holes, loose panels, squeeze under or jump over your fence. Roaming dogs can not only frighten people but also chase and kill native wildlife and stock on rural properties. Most of us don’t believe that our beloved
- Best friend at home could ever hurt a fly, but when domestic dogs come together in bushland parks and encounter a scared fleeing animal they can become very excited and sometimes overcome with their natural instinct to hunt (just like cats). A secure backyard will not only protect your dog but also native wildlife in adjoining bush and parklands
- Always walk your dog on a lead, even in natural areas. This will prevent your dog from “taking off” after something it has seen or heard in the bushes
- When in “off Leash” areas or at the beach, never let your dog chase birds or other animals. Many migratory shore birds in particular are vulnerable to stress and may be resting from either a long flight or preparing for one
- If you do not plan to breed from your cat or dog, it is highly recommended to have your pet desexed. This will reduce the risk of unwanted kittens and puppies (Sunshine Coast Council also provides a reduction in registration fees for desexed animals)
- Never dump unwanted animals in bushland. This is illegal and cruel. The animal will either die a slow and lonely death or become feral pest. Most cats survive solely by preying on native wildlife in bushland areas. Others will become pests hanging around urban areas looking for food hand outs, breeding and fighting with pet cats and preying on native wildlife in our backyards
Why is it important to be a responsible pet ownerIt is estimated that 63% of the 7.5 million households in Australia have one or more pets. Figures from the RSPCA indicate that in 2005, there were 2.8 million Australian households with dogs (38% of the total), and 1.9 million households with cats (25%).
With pets forming such a large part of our lives it is essential we recognise that even the most well behaved and loved pets have the potential to cause detrimental harm to native wildlife in different situations.
If you are planning to create a wildlife friendly backyard and attract a variety native wildlife species into a yard, you will need to ensure that you are not creating a hunting ground for your pet.
Dogs love to chase things. It is a game for them. Unfortunately, they will also chase wildlife such as lizards, dragons, ground & water birds, possums, frogs, koalas, kangaroos and small mammals. These animals will usually die of shock and stress from being chased and “played” with, even if your dog doesn’t actually bite or eat the animal. In other instances, protective and even jealous dogs will attack and maul unknowing wildlife that enter their territory (backyard).
Cats also love to chase and “play” with small wildlife species. However they are also natural hunters and they have a natural instinct is to hunt and kill, whether they are hungry or not. When cats are allowed to roam freely they are capable of killing very large numbers of birds, lizards, frogs, insects and small mammals. It is estimated that the pet moggy on average can take 16 mammals, 8 birds and 8 reptiles annually. This adds up to potentially 96 million vertebrates each year.
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Useful Tips and Facts
- Create urban wildlife corridors and stepping stones to larger local bushland or parkland areas.
- In nature there is no such thing as waste everything is linked and contributes to the cycle. As a plant reaches the end of its life cycle it is not discarded by nature, instead it provides habitat for animals and food for micro-organisms as it lies on the ground, the waste from the micro-organisms, bacteria and fungi feeding on it replace nutrients and organic material to the soil for new plants to grow.
- Plant local native species
- The best way to attract native wildlife to your backyard is to provide a variety of healthy natural foods in the form of seeds, leaves, flowers, nectar, pollen, fruits and nuts throughout the year.
- The use of pesticides and herbicides can damage your soils and kill non target species. The poisoning of insects with chemicals can also cause larger species relying on those insects as a food source to become sick or even die from eating poisoned insects.
- To create habitat for smaller native birds you can grow shrubs close together to create dense corners or pockets in your garden which will provide protection and refuge from larger aggressive birds such as noisy miners
- Wattles (Acacias). While most wattles only live between 6 - 10 years, they are an important pioneer species which colonise disturbed areas, where other plants find it hard to grow. They improve soil conditions enough to allow other species to germinate and thrive by fixing nitrogen into the soil through their roots and adding high levels of organic leaf litter.


Hello there! My name is Darren and I am a rabbit breeder in Waiuku, Auckland located in the Franklin district. I have been a rabbit breeder for many years back in Australia specialising in Dwarf, Rex, Dutch and Lop breeds. Back home I bred rabbits by the hundreds but now I am enjoying the smaller scale of breeding here in Auckland!
I have been breeding lovely rabbits in Auckland for the past few years. Here, in Auckland, I specialise in Silver Fox rabbits, Netherland Dwarf Rabbits and the huge Flemish Giant breed.
All our bunnies get handled from a young age and have exceptionally quiet and well-natured parents making them ideal for children. They don't scratch and 'carry-on' like many rabbits do. The secret is to have wonderful parents and to spend time with the bunny making it comfortable in both you and its surroundings. We are always available to answer any questions that you may have about rabbits both prior and after your purchase. Rabbits and breeding rabbits is a passion of mine so I take great joy in helping others get enjoyment from these wonderful pets! Before you purchase a rabbit you will need the following:
1) Suitable housing in the form of a hutch or secure cage (beware rabbits dig with instinct so you will need chicken wire on the bottom). You will also need this to protect them from Stoats if you are in a rural area. Cats also frighten rabbits to no end so try and keep the environment cat-free!
2) Bedding in the way of fresh grass, newspaper or hay.
3) Food bowl.
4) Water bottle.
5) Fresh fruit and veg.
6) Rabbit pellets.
As a guide for you I feed the following to my bunnies on a daily basis:
Clean fresh water, either in their Critter Canteen-brand name and blue in colour (recommended) or in a bowl. Be sure to replace this daily or more often in the warmer months.
Food/pellets- I buy mine from Countdown. You can get 10kg for around $11 and it is called 'Main Feeds Rabbit Pellets'. It contains an anti-coccidiostat which is useful in avoiding your bunnies getting gut infections. Along with this I give them fresh grass daily (we are lucky enough to have a paddock). If you don't, check the rural suppliers for hay or lucurne which the bunnies love and can also be used for bedding.
Fresh fruits and veg-My bunnies simply love apple and carrot. They will also eat banana, brocolli (without the stem), grapes (in small amounts), tomato, pineapple and just about any other fruit or veg is safe.
AVOID: Lettuce and cabbage. It can give them bloating. It is important to add the fruit and veg into their every day diet as the pellets are not enough alone.
If you like, get your bunnies a mineral salt lick. It's good for them and provides the salts and minerals they may not be getting in their diets. There are also many 'bunny treats' available often in the form of cubes which bunnies love to eat. These contain various grains bound together with honey or similar.
It's also a good idea to have chew toys for their teeth. Pieces of wood do fine if you can't afford manufactured chew toys. These are important though as the rabbits need to constantly grind down their teeth.
As far as my research shows me there are very low incidents or almost nil of myxomatosis or RCD (rabbit calicivirus) in New Zealand so I would say that vaccination is personal choice. I have my bunnies vaccinated for RCV once a year. Try and keep your environment as mosquito/flea free as possible.
A male or female?
There has been much debate about this but from years of breeding and owning rabbits I can tell you the following:
Males- make wonderful pets especially if there are two brothers that have been raised together from a young age and go to a home together. If you try and introduce another male with a male you have had for quite some time they will fight and the weaker one will probably end up being killed by the stronger male. As mentioned above, a solo male, or two males that have been brought up together will make excellent pets. They do not need desexing unless you don't want them to breed with a female.
Females- These make great pets on their own but avoid putting two or more females together. They WILL fight and one will eventually be killed. Again, on their own, fantastic pets. They do not need desexing unless you don't want them to breed with an introduced male.
If you wish to see any of our bunnies available for sale right now please look in our 'news' section.
Should you have any further questions please don't hesitate to contact Darren on 0204 052 4995 at any time! Alternatively you can use the 'Contact Us' section and send us an email.
New rabbit minding service! Going away on holidays? Don't want to worry about leaving your bunny at home or with neighbours? No problems at all. My partner and I have had many years of experience in breeding and caring for rabbits. You can either bring your own enclosure or use one of ours while you are away. Our minding service includes all food while your bunny is in our care. This takes all the stress out of your holidays and you can go away knowing your rabbit is in very good hands. Pick-up and drop off service also available. Please use the 'contact us' section for prices or phone Darren on 0204 052 4995 to find out more.
I have for sale 7 X Silver Fox Dwarf babies (photos below). I have the following colours black-male x1, chocolate (brown) female x1, blue (grey) 1x male, 1x female, silver fox (white/black) 1x male, 1x female. Both parents wonderful-natured. Our bunnies are handled from birth making them ideal pets. They will not kick or carry on and are wonderful with children. These bunnies are absolutely gorgeous. Caring advise etc given on pick-up.
These bunnies are $30 ea. Pick up from Waiuku. Please phone Darren on: 0204 052 4995 or message me via Trade Me or leave a message on our web site.
I also have available 1x male white Netherland Dwarf (small breed also pictured).
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“Fairfax may be very blissful to companion with Olivier Goudet and JAB Holding Firm,” stated Prem Watsa, founder, chairman and CEO of Fairfax. “JAB has had an impressive observe document over the previous 10 years and we count on this to proceed. Whereas now we have offered our pet insurance coverage enterprise to JAB, we are going to make investments $200 million of their JCP V to turn into their companions. We count on JAB to quickly turn into leaders in pet healthcare and pet insurance coverage globally. We want them a lot success.”
The worldwide pet insurance coverage trade is rising at a fee of roughly 20% per 12 months, and there are vital alternatives to proceed that pattern, contemplating that huge markets just like the US and Canada have lower than 3% insurance coverage penetration. That is mirrored in JAB’s development projections. By 2023, JAB’s mixed international pet insurance coverage and ecosystem platform is predicted to have gross written premiums and pet well being companies revenues of properly over $1.2 billion, insuring greater than 2.1 million pets.
“At this time’s transaction is a significant milestone for us in our mission to turn into a worldwide chief in pet insurance coverage and the pet well being ecosystem,” stated Dirk Beeckman, CEO of JAB’s pet insurance coverage portfolio. “It additionally considerably advances our mission of offering the main well being and wellbeing ecosystem for pets by way of the providing of reasonably priced, complete pet merchandise and types all through a pet’s lifecycle. C&F Pet‘s lengthy historical past of disciplined omni-channel underwriting matches completely with our tradition, and we stay up for working with the workforce.”
Olivier Goudet, managing companion and CEO of JAB, added: “We’re extraordinarily excited to companion with Prem and his group on this transformational transaction, and to welcome them as a companion in our fund. Prem has an unimaginable multi-decade observe document of constructing nice companies and compounding returns, and we stay up for accelerating the expansion of their pet insurance coverage enterprise as a part of our centered pure-play pet insurance coverage platform.”
C&F Pet presently insures over 500,000 pets throughout North America. It additionally serves as an underwriter for quite a few manufacturers, together with ASPCA Pet Well being Insurance coverage, 24Petprotect, Hartville Pet Insurance coverage, Spot Insurance coverage Companies, Pumpkin Insurance coverage Companies and PetCoach, LLC (supplier of Petco pet insurance policy) in the USA and Pets Plus Us in Canada. In the meantime, Pethealth supplies wellbeing and security options to shelters and pet dad and mom beneath the 24Pet model.
Gary McGeddy, president of Crum & Forster A&H, commented on the deal: “We’re extraordinarily pleased with what now we have constructed and achieved collectively within the animal welfare neighborhood and the pet insurance coverage ecosystem. We’re assured that JAB will proceed to take a position and concentrate on pets and pet dad and mom whereas rising their international presence and we’re excited concerning the future and our partnership.”
The transaction stays topic customary closing situations and is predicted to shut within the second half of 2022.


Rehabilitation, Braces and Prosthetics
Our mission is to use the most advanced equipment and techniques combined with custom designed programs to maximize your pet’s ability to recover, while minimizing discomfort. Services include:
At New York Veterinary Specialty Center, we bring you one of the most exciting new approaches to veterinary medicine: veterinary rehabilitation therapy. This is ideal for those pets that have sustained an injury, are recovering from surgery, suffer from arthritis, or are in need of weight loss and physical conditioning. NYVSC clinicians will provide your pet with the most innovative and state of the art approach to veterinary rehabilitation. Our mission is to use individualized programs to maximize your pet’s ability to recover, while minimizing their discomfort.
We offer a complete line of rehabilitation services for your pet. Just as in human rehabilitation, there are many factors that will help determine exactly which type of therapy we will recommend for your pet. These include the type of injury and the age and temperament of your pet. On your first visit, one of our doctors will evaluate your pet and design a program customized to suit your pet’s individual needs.
The most unique piece of equipment used at New York Veterinary Specialty Center is the hydro treadmill. Using the treadmill allows the dog to start the rehabilitation process earlier than normal since they are in a buoyant state. Using the treadmill allows the dog to return to normal muscle strength much earlier and in a safer way. Additionally, the treadmill’s warm water helps soothe and enhance the healing process. The use of the hydro treadmill may be combined with other types of rehabilitation therapy to maximize the healing process and speed up recovery.


Basic obedience Skills: The fundamental training necessary for a dog to comply in a human environment.
Basic: reduced to the simplest and most significant form possible without loss of generality.
Obedience: the act of obeying or being obedient to.
Skills: those abilities that have been acquired by training.
Basic obedience Skills include: sit, recall to a sit, heel, stay, down or combinations thereof.
Leadership Issues: Authority/The One in Charge.
Leadership issues: Dogs are pack animals and in a pack environment there MUST be a leader. When dogs don’t perceive a leader in their human environment, they WILL assume the role whether they want to or not. Leadership issues include, but are not limited to: growling over food, guarding or protecting objects (objects include anything that goes into a dogs’ mouth), jumping, crowding in or out of doorways first, aggression, pulling on the leash, excessive barking and not coming when called are all examples of a dog with leadership issues.
Redirection instead of Domination: To channel into a new direction rather than using power to defeat.
When your dog is doing something outside of your boundaries you want to redirect them from that which you do not want them to do to something you do want them to do. In a dogs’ world, change the moment, change the behavior. You NEVER want to dominate your dog, rather, confront their leadership challenges. Pushing down on their backside to have them sit or forcing them into a down position, rolling them over onto their back, correcting with harsh verbal reprimand, especially for something which was done earlier, are all examples of domination. We must confront our dogs' leadership challenges and redirect them to something that is more enjoyable for them and us.
House Training: The first obedience technique we teach our dogs, to behave and comply when in OUR den. House training can include potty training, crate training, recall to a sit, feeding amount/type and scheduling.
Crate Training: Teaching our dogs that we have the right as pack leader to control their space is paramount. Never use a crate as punishment, we must teach our dogs that this is their “safe place”, THEIR den!
Chewing: All dogs chew as puppies because they are teething. It CAN develop into a learned behavior therefore we must teach them what they can and cannot chew on.
Playbiting: The act of biting as play which can lead to aggression. Teeth on skin should never be permitted, regardless of the situation. Also remember that puppies are born in litters. When they play they bite and jump. We must teach them our rules and boundaries!
Jumping: Dogs jump for three reasons: to give facial greetings, to establish dominance, inadvertent reinforcement. To stop the act of a dog jumping we must change the way we do things when our dogs jump! Stepping on a dogs’ hind feet, pinching their fore-paw or kneeing your dog in the chest are punishment techniques and should NEVER be used. Why would you want to punish your dog for doing something that is perfectly natural in a dogs’ world? We must teach an alternate behavior that is more enjoyable than the act of jumping!
Anxiety Issues: Anxiety Issues can be behavioral based. Dogs can develop anxiety for various reasons. Often, anxieties develop because of owners inadvertently reinforcing the behaviors. Separation anxiety develops when our dogs are separated from their pack. They must learn that it is ok to be alone! Thunderstorm anxiety can develop for various reasons; sound of the thunder, wind or driving rain, change in barometric pressure, ionization of the air or combination of any or all of these.
Excessive Barking: Excessive barking can be behavioral based. Excessive barking is when our dogs will not stop barking on command and/or bark at most everything. The barking can be related to a leadership issue, the dog believing they are in charge of protection, for example. It can also be caused by anxiety or the temperament of the dog and is most often inadvertently reinforced by the owner!
Aggression: Aggression can be behavioral based. The most serious behavioral problem dog owners will face is dominance aggression. There are several types of dominant related aggressions: redirected aggression, fear aggression, parental aggression, play aggression, pain induced aggression, learned aggression, medical aggression, territorial aggression, possessive aggression and pain induced aggression. Aggression can be exhibited for more than one type of aggression simultaneously so it is very important and, most often, best handled by a behaviorist trainer.


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Fish tank refresh: Bring on the African Cichlids
Over the past 10 or so years I’ve enjoyed mostly gold fish, but a few other random other types in my 20-gallon fish tank. I’ve always been curious about trying a breed of fish called the African Cichlids.
They’re energetic, aggressive and colorful. The perfect mix, right?
We got two of them about a week and a half ago and added four more last night. Three are Electric Blue Johanni, and three are Melachromis Auratos. We’re really hoping to have the fish reproduce. For those unfamiliar, it’s a neat process. The female Cichlids keep the young in their mouth to protect them until they are too big, then they’re set free.
I posted a video below from our tank. This was shot with my new iPhone 5S. Sadly, while using iMovie on the phone there doesn’t seem to be a way to show off the cool new slow-mo feature.
Enjoy the video, and feel free to post any experiences you’ve had with this breed of fish.


Does anyone know who owns the Siamese cat that seems to live in the back lane between Queen and Marywood Square? Seems to be mainly around the 30s and 40s of the streets. Description below.
It’s been appearing at my back door fairly regularly for a few months, and having very loud, very vocal “discussions” with one of my cats. (If anyone has heard the “discussions” you’ll know how loud they are!)
The cat seems to be out at all hours and all weathers, and I just wondered if it is in fact owned, or if it’s a stray. I’d love to hear from the owner, or anyone who might know them.
Description: the Siamese is a fairly large, but quite skinny cat with soft brown head, vivid pale blue eyes and a very light cream front that shades to soft brown at its back, with soft brown legs and tail. It is a bit wary of people but not really shy.


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Adopt a Shelter Animal Today
There are many thousands of animals looking for loving homes in the United States. Pet stores often have cute puppies and kittens in their windows and it can be very tempting to buy an animal from a store. You have that option but we encourage you to investigate your local pet store before buying from them. For example, many shops acquire their dogs from puppy mills. These are animal factories with less than humane conditions for the helpless animals they churn out. When you buy pets from shops that carry these animals, you support the puppy mill process and they continue to be profitable. Instead, rescue a dog or cat today. Best of all, it's free.
Rescue Animals & Save Money
Shelter animals don't cost any money. We encourage you to donate to your local animal shelters as they need to continue to operate. However you get a great adoption deal when you rescue an animal today. You save the purchase price and the costs of shots.
Of course, having pets can get expensive, so we offer a Total Pet Supply coupon code for your pet shopping needs. You'll get 15% off with the code, and save as much as 80% on pet meds.


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The cats that have been bred, and many times earned titles and prizes at cat shows, deserve, once they have contributed to the survival and betterment of the breed, to live the best life. That is the life of a pet cat, neutered and without the hormonal urges of reproduction, and pampered in a new home with his new family. It is very hard for a breeder to part with his cats, and more if he has lived with them for a time, attended to shows with the emotions and satisfactions implied, and have assisted in the delivery, nursing and raising of the kittens. But he knows the cat will be happier in a home where he will have to share the love and attention with less pets.
Breeding and show cats are the ones chosen by the breeders for their health, character and beauty to breed them. They are the prime example of the breed. Retirement usually is at an age at which many healthy and happy years are yet to come.
Adult cats, as experience has taught us, adapt very well and surprisingly quickly to their new homes and families. They are, therefore, the best opportunity to have an excellent cat for a very affordable or symbolic price. The most important for us is the cat will have the best care and love.


The Importance of a Cat Food Database
Understanding the Nutritional Needs
When it comes to feeding our feline companions, it’s crucial to provide them with a well-balanced and nutritious diet. This is where a cat food database becomes invaluable. By accessing a comprehensive database, cat owners can determine the nutritional content of different cat food brands, allowing them to make informed decisions about what to feed their beloved pets.
Furthermore, understanding the specific nutritional needs of cats is essential for their overall health and well-being. Cats require certain nutrients like taurine, arachidonic acid, and essential amino acids, which can differ from the nutritional needs of other animals. A cat food database provides cat owners with valuable insights into the nutritional composition of various cat food options.
Comparing Different Brands and Formulas
With the abundance of cat food brands saturating the market, it can be overwhelming for cat owners to choose the right one for their feline friends. This is where the cat food database proves to be an invaluable resource. By utilizing the database, cat owners can compare various brands and formulas, evaluating factors such as ingredients, macronutrient ratios, and potential allergens.
Not all cats have the same dietary requirements or preferences. Some cats may have specific dietary restrictions, such as allergies or sensitivities to certain ingredients. The cat food database allows owners to find suitable options by filtering out potential allergens and selecting formulas that align with their cat’s specific needs.
Unveiling Hidden Ingredients and Controversies
While cats may not be able to voice their opinions on the taste or quality of their food, it’s our responsibility as cat owners to ensure we’re providing them with the best possible nutrition. Unfortunately, several cat food brands have faced controversies and recalls due to hidden ingredients or inadequate nutritional content. This is where the cat food database becomes an indispensable tool.
By using the database, cat owners can stay informed about any recalls or controversies surrounding specific brands or formulas. They can also uncover hidden ingredients that may not be clearly listed on the packaging, allowing them to make more educated decisions about what they feed their cats.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cat Food Database
Q: What is a cat food database?
A: A cat food database is an extensive collection of information about various cat food brands and formulas. It provides details about ingredient lists, nutritional composition, and potential allergens.
Q: How can a cat food database help me choose the right food for my cat?
A: By utilizing a cat food database, you can compare different brands and formulas, considering factors like ingredients, nutritional content, and potential allergens. This enables you to make an informed decision that aligns with your cat’s specific needs.
Q: Are there any specific nutrients that cats require?
A: Yes, cats have specific nutritional requirements that differ from other animals. They need essential nutrients like taurine, arachidonic acid, and certain amino acids to support their overall health and well-being.
Q: Are there any controversies surrounding cat food brands?
A: Unfortunately, there have been instances where cat food brands faced controversies or recalls due to hidden ingredients or inadequate nutritional content. By using a cat food database, you can stay up to date with any potential controversies surrounding specific brands or formulas.
Q: Can a cat food database help me identify potential allergens?
A: Yes, a cat food database can be a valuable resource for identifying potential allergens. By reviewing the ingredient lists and filtering out specific ingredients, you can choose cat food options that are suitable for cats with allergies or sensitivities.
Q: Why is it important to research before purchasing cat food?
A: Researching cat food options is crucial because it allows you to make educated decisions about what you feed your cat. By using a cat food database, you can ensure that you’re providing your feline companion with a well-balanced and nutritious diet that meets their specific needs.
A Conclusion Worth Paws-ing For
Exploring the cat food database empowers cat owners to make informed decisions regarding their feline friends’ nutrition. By understanding the nutritional needs of cats, comparing different brands and formulas, and unveiling hidden ingredients and controversies, cat owners can provide their adored companions with the best possible care.
However, the journey towards optimal cat nutrition doesn’t end here. We invite you to delve deeper into our pool of informative articles, covering various aspects of feline health, behavior, and dietary requirements. Your cat’s well-being deserves nothing but the best!