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Horses: How to Deal with Bad Behaviour

May 17, 2012

It’s widely accepted that the majority of horses are “good” but without proper care or handling, good behaviour can quickly give way to bad behaviour. There are a variety of reasons for this bad behaviour and these can range from genetically inherited psychological frailty, natural aggression, distrust or dislike of a rider or unhappiness because [...]

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How to Keep an Office Dog Happy

May 16, 2012

Having a dog around the office is a great way to reduce stress and increase morale among employees. Most people like having a dog around and a charismatic pup may soon become the office mascot. However, there are a few things to remember in order to ensure a fun and safe office space for humans [...]

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Dealing with Multiple Birds

May 13, 2012

I’m going to start off by saying that I have three different birds: two beautiful lovebirds named Charlie and Lola (or baby Charles and Lolita), and a daft little parakeet named Oteill. The lovebirds are about 3 years old, and they were a gift from my sister who has a friend who breeds lovebirds. After [...]

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Pet Insurance Tips – How to Choose the Right Cover for Your Beloved Pet

May 7, 2012

Whether you are crazy about cats or devoted to dogs, one thing is for sure, you’ll want to make sure they are protected should anything untoward happen to them. Unfortunately, costs for your pet can mount if visits to the vet are becoming a frequent occurrence, and for many of us our pets are worth [...]

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Top 5 Gifts for Dog Lovers

April 29, 2012

There are people who like dogs and then there are dog lovers. You know the type. The ones who talk about their dogs like they’re humans, the ones who always have a picture of their pooch on hand and readily whip it out to show off, those ones who break into a strange baby voice when [...]

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Protected Animals You’re Not Allowed to Own

April 17, 2012

It may be difficult for animal lovers to understand why certain species of cute and cuddly creatures are not able to be legally owned because owning a pet that no one else has is very tempting. However, any animal that finds itself on the Endangered Species List is off limits for ownership. People expect certain [...]

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Alleviate Pet Stress During Your Move

April 15, 2012

Whether you live alone or have a family having a pet around can be great for the residents of your home. Pets are a great way to teach children responsibility, relieve stress and just provide a little entertainment around the house. Knowing that you have a furry companion to come home to every day is [...]

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How to Ease Your Dog’s Anxiety While Flying

April 10, 2012

Dogs, just like people, can become very anxious when they have to fly on an airplane, particularly if they’ve never done it before. Since many flights force larger breeds of dogs to fly in the cargo area of the plane, flying can be especially uncomfortable and even terrifying for a pooch. If there’s no way [...]

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Dog Sitting Tips: The Ins and Outs of Doggy Introductions

April 8, 2012

Whether you are dog sitting a friend’s pet for an overnight or you are introducing a new furry friend to the family, first time doggy introductions can be tricky. Even if your dogs are the friendliest and most well-behaved creatures on the planet (as all of our pets are of course), being careful and prepared [...]

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Do You Need Liability Insurance for Your Pet?

April 7, 2012

Your pet is so much more than just a furry friend. He’s an integral part of the family. You give him the best food and care, and he returns the favor with loads of love and affection. And like the rest of your family members, you want these little bundles of happiness insured and protected [...]