Animalstips Part Information

Animalstips Part Information
Puggle Puppy & Dog Information
By: Mitch Endick
The Puggle is a crossbreed variety of dog. This unique hybrid is the result of crossing a Beagle and a Pug, classified as an F1. Since the Puggle is a crossbreed, the appearance can vary. Beagles are loyal, energetic, are prone to mischief when left alone and can be hard to train. In contrast, Pugs are intelligent and good natured dogs who enjoy the company of people and take well to training. Both breeds can be sociable but may be stubborn at times. Given the diversity of these traits, it is hard to predict which characteristics will dominate. Some Puggles may display a larger head relative to overall body size. Subsequent breedings to the F2 or F3 level can alter the appearance dramatically from the original F1. Approximate Adult Size As with many hybrid breeds, the size and weight of a Puggle will vary. The approximate adult size, two years old and older, of either the male or female Puggle will range from 8 to 15 inches at the withers. The withers are measured at the highest point of the shoulder. The weight of an adult Puggle may range between 10 and 25 pounds. Special Health Considerations Most dog breeds have certain health conditions problems associated with that specific breed. Beagles are prone to ear and eye infections, spinal problems and heart disease. Pugs have a lower incidence of health problems than most breeds. As with most hybrids, a full understanding of potential Puggle health issues is difficult. This health information is provided only as an informative guideline and your Puggle may not experience these conditions. Always consult a veterinary professional for more comprehensive information. As with any dog, the puppy stage, 0 to 12 months of age, is the time for shots, boosters and a complete check up. As an adult, the dog should have an annual veterinary checkup including a dental exam and cleaning. Avoid feeding your dog sweets and certain adult foods. Questions about the proper diet for your Puggle should be directed to your veterinary professional. Grooming The coat of Puggle will be generally smooth and short with little shedding. Regular brushing will help maintain a clean and healthy coat. Puggles may display the skin folds common to the pug and these folds must examined and cleaned on a regular basis. The process of grooming provides an opportunity to examine the dog for skin problems and insects like fleas and ticks. Regular grooming will help to strengthen the emotional bond between you and your dog. Dental health is important and the teeth should be brushed at least twice a week with toothpaste and toothbrush designed for dogs. Brushing removes the accumulation of plaque and tartar which can cause cavities and periodontal disease. Poor canine dental hygiene can lead to pain, loss of teeth, bad breath and other serious health conditions. The claws should be trimmed regularly and the paws examined for signs of injury. Life Span With proper nutrition, medical care and excellent living conditions, a Puggle should be able to live a long and healthy life. Given the hybrid nature of these dogs, an accurate prediction of life expectancy is not possible. Registries American Canine Hybrid Club As a hybrid breed, the Puggle is not recognized as a breed by the American Kennel Club, Canadian Kennel Club, Continental Kennel Club or their affiliated organizations. Litter Size Litter size is said to average between 3 and 7 puppies. Category Hybrid Every dog is an individual so not everything in this article may be correct for your dog. This information is intended only as a good faith guideline.
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Animalstips Part About Cats

Animalstips Part About Cats
Interesting Facts About Cats
Here are some interesting cat facts! Did you know? All cats are born blind. The ability to see comes during the first couple of weeks after birth!
Did you know? All cats are born blind. The ability to see comes during the first couple of weeks after birth! Cats have rudimentary nonfunctional collar bones that allow them to squeeze themselves through tight spaces and helps them in their balance and stride! Cats often have a third eyelid that is not normally visible to us. If you are seeing it more often - the cat may be ill! Cat vision is similar to humans in daylight, but they can see six times better than us in dim light - owing to larger pupils and the ability to gather light at the back of the eye owing to a reflective retinal surface! Field of vision in cats is slightly compromised for a more binocular vision, that grants them greater depth perception and ability to judge their prey's position more precisely for pouncing upon them in high speed pursuits! Cats' sense of smell is fourteen times stronger than ours - this means they can smell the odour in the litter box much earlier than us! Cats' hearing is also very good. They are able to hear sounds of higher pitch than us and dogs. Thirty two individual muscles in their ears allow them to pinpoint the exact location of a source of sound! The individual positioning of whiskers is unique to all cats - they are like finger prints. Whiskers also allow cats to feel their way in extreme dark and since their span, when fully erect, is nearly equal to cats' body width - it allows cats to judge whether a space or passage is too narrow for them! Whiskers also are usually indicative of cat behavior. Erect, forward pointing whiskers indicate that the cat is excited, animated. Whereas laid back whiskers are often seen in resting, defensive conditions! Cats have sharp pointed teeth that are built for killing prey by suffocation/severing of spine. A cat's teeth are its greatest asset in the wild. In proportion to body size, the elusive Clouded Leopard has the longest canines in the family felidae, whereas the Jaguar has the strongest jaws - I have seen it bite through the shell of turtles in documentaries! Cats have more spines than us since they also have spines in their tail. Next time you see a kid pulling a cat's tail - stop him - since it hurts. Their vertebrae are also more loosely connected to each other than ours, allowing them great flexibility! Flexibility of the spine is highlighted in the Cheetah - the fastest land mammals. With big adrenals, flexible spine and a rudder-like tail, Cheetah can out pace everything on African savanna! Tiger is the largest feline on earth. An adult Siberian tiger may weigh up to eight hundred pounds and is one of the top predators on earth. Tigers are excellent swimmers and are in fact the only cat who seem to enjoy stepping in water (the Jaguar in Americas frequently go into water to hunt baby alligators and anacondas)! Lion is the only cat that lives in groups, called prides. The only social cat, family life gives lions edge over other felids by virtue of their cooperative hunting! Leopards are highly secretive and are perhaps the best tree climbers and individual hunters amongst big cats. Black leopards are called panthers!
The author is a blogger about cats and an expert on interesting cat facts.
By Omer Ashraf

Animalstips Part Caring cat

Animalstips Part Caring cat
Caring for your cat
By: Tom Lewis
Having a cat, you will find that it may be an independent creature and has been trained to use the litter box, but it will still depend on you for other needs in its life such as food, water, shelter, friendship, and even more. There are some things you need to do in order to properly care for your feline companion.

The first thing is to put a collar on your cat with an ID of your name, address, and even phone number. It doesn’t matter how safe you try to be, there is always a chance that the cat will get out of your house and you need to help give it as many opportunities to be brought back safely as you can. The second thing is to follow all license, registration, identification system, and laws regarding your cat. The next thing to do is to try to keep your cat an indoor cat. It is best all around if you do so. Next, be sure to get your regular check-ups with the vet. Get your cat spayed or neutered. This will help keep things healthy as well as keep the population of cats down. Be sure the diet is a balanced one including giving your cat fresh water daily.

Another thing you need to do is to train your cat to keep from doing things that are undesirable, such as scratching your furniture or jumping on top of your counter. If you have patience and put in effort, you will be able to successfully train your cat. Keep your cat groomed by brushing and try to keep them from digesting those horrible hairballs. Be sure you play with your cat. It will allow them to be mentally stimulated and give you a special bond with your cat. And last but not least, you have to have patience and be loyal with your cat. Be reasonable with your expectations. If you have trouble with your cat, you might seek to speak with your vet about what to do.

If you have ever owned a cat you have found it to be quite rewarding. You need to be sure that you are knowledgeable about cats in order to correctly care for it. You need to learn to care about your cat long before you ever get one and bring it home. If you want a kitten be sure the breeder you buy it from is reputable. Be sure to check out whether the mother cat is a healthy cat. You need to be sure to check to see if your cat, no matter what age, has the medical needs taken care of, such as getting meds for it.

To a lot of people, cats are not just pets they are companions. Cats tend to care about the people that care for them. When a person is sick, the cat will keep you company and is very compassionate. They are quite independent and often left alone, but don’t leave them too long without your attention and love. You will also receive free entertainment via the cat. You will very quickly learn what your cats’ likes and dislikes are.

Be sure to provide your cat with a nice sleeping area that’s comfortable. Your cat will feel safer in this new environment. If it’s a kitten, then be sure to buy a carrier; that way you can take it to the vet and other places. Also, you will need to get a collar for your cat, unless you get the micro chip placed under the cat’s skin.
You will also need to provide something for your cat to eat out of. Make sure they are there just for your cat, and nothing that can get mixed up in anything else. You could even go as far as getting them personalized. The cat will be more playful the smaller it is and requires more attention. Be sure to take the time, once again, and play with your cat. The more attention you show it, the better the bond will be between you both. It will become strong. You might even look into the history of cats, especially the breed you wish to have. It might help you to understand quirks and such.
I hope this helps you to better understand what it takes to care for a cat. If you already have one, you know all of this already, but if you are just seeking to find one that is suitable for your home, then it’s best to read as much as you possibly can and educate yourself to make you a better friend to the newest member of your family.

Animalstips Part Parrot

Animalstips Part Parrot
Train Your Parrot: Accessories
By: Blake Allen
No environmental examination when you train your parrot, can be complete without an evaluation of accessories-chewing, ringing, holding, climbing, swinging, preening, and "bopping" toys. The easiest, least expensive, and most accessible of these are tree branches with bark. Branches with bark help keep beak and toenails appropriately worn and help prevent foot problems and numerous behavioral problems. I like ailanthus or sumac branches. Loro Parque in the Canary Islands provides fresh pine branches weekly. I think most taller trees are probably safe. I consider all shrubs, fruit trees, and trees that might have been sprayed with chemicals to be potentially toxic. Clean and examine branches for bugs.

Every bird should have several choices of commonly favored bird activities when you train your parrot, such as ringing a bell, preening a fuzzy pseudo-friend, climbing both fixed and swinging objects, and "bopping" a fleeting, shiny reflection. Sometimes a particular toy will hang in the cage for quite some time before the bird learns how to play with it. Sometimes a toy will be ignored for long periods only to be discovered as a favorite buddy. A well rounded hookbill should probably have at least a half dozen toys, some of which are routinely withheld and returned to reinforce good behavior or distract from anticipated bad behavior.

Many active, well-behaved, kind-to-humans parrots have daily play rituals that involve "beating up" or otherwise physically dominating a toy. Just because a bird abuses a toy doesn't mean that it will abuse humans. In fact, like frequent drenching showers, abuse of toys releases energy that might otherwise emerge as aggression against humans.

Train Your Parrot: Access to Appropriate Choices

A happy hookbill needs many opportunities for good behavior and few opportunities for bad behavior. For example, a bird sitting on the shoulder has several choices of things to do-chew on buttons, moles, jewelry, eyeglasses, or ear-lobes; make holes in fabric or preen hair. For various reasons, none of these choices is perceived by humans as appropriate behavior.

For better or worse, human responses usually-often unintentionally-reinforce a bird's behavior. If the bird has little or no opportunity for inappropriate behavior, the human interaction will usually be reinforcing acceptable behavior. In a poorly planned environment a bird owner can wind up yelling "No" all the time. This can be quite amusing to a bird who loves any attention or damaging to a bird with low self-confidence.
A bird with several exciting things to do will not need to chew on treasured furniture. In a well-planned environment, the bird has no unsupervised access to inappropriate choices. Ideally, access to that tasty-looking basket collection is restricted with physical barriers, psychological barriers, and/or wing feather trims.

People are, undoubtedly, the most influential part of the companion parrot's environment as they stimulate, provoke, and reinforce the bird's behavior, as well as provide for the physical elements of the environment. The ability to modify a companion bird's behavior is largely dependent upon the willingness of humans to modify their own behavior or to accommodate environmental changes required to stimulate better behavior in the bird.

Humans often constitute the only "flock" after which the bird can pattern its behavior. Under the modeling of an angry-or even a passively angry-owner, a bird can easily learn violent behavior. If humans in the environment taunt or ignore the bird, if they taunt or ignore each other, a companion parrot can easily develop undesirable or antisocial behaviors. It is not unusual for owners of a good talking type of bird that is not talking to admit that humans do not talk to each other in their home.

Training A Parrot: Long-term Adjustment

We don't always get along with every life companion all the time; and there will be times when "parrot stew" sounds very tempting. New behaviors will develop from time to time, and no bird is going to behave perfectly all the time. I believe, however, that ongoing evaluation and manipulation of the environment is just as important as training for an easy-to-live-with, longtime companion parrot.

Animalstips Part Bird

Animalstips Part Bird
Bird Training 101
By: birdsup
If you have a bird with behavior problems, we strongly recommend that you develop a plan to resolve it as soon as possible. Common behavior problems include screaming, biting, feather picking and fear behaviors. Parrots develop behavior problems for a variety of reasons. Usually the parrot behavior problems are not their fault. But most behavior problems can be corrected. Remember, that parrots are very intelligent and parrots pick up bird training cues quickly WHEN THEY FEEL SAFE. Investing 10 to 15 minutes each day in bird training and developing a bird behavior plan that your whole family adheres to is often all it takes to resolve the issues and keep your parrot an enjoyable member of your family. Try out the Parrot Supplies Training Kit at Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies.
Finger Saver Perch from Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies Training your parrot is a really enjoyable and bonding experience. Even fearful birds love the mental stimulation and attention they receive in bird training, in small doses. You will need a few bird training parrot supplies and a bird training plan before starting training your bird. Read about bird training to learn about proven behavior modification techniques before you start. Also, learn what behaviors are natural for your particular species of bird. Some parrots scream more, some parrots are more nippy, and some parrots are just one person birds. Bird training is all about accepting and enriching your parrots natural characteristics.

Some good sources for bird training include Clicker Training for Birds, The Guide to Companion Parrot Behavior and Liz Wilson's Website.

If you have a fearful bird that refuses to come out of it's bird stands without biting into your hand, purchase the Finger Saver Perch available at Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies. This bird toy provides a neutral "step-up option" to engage your bird. Knowing that your bird's beak is over a foot away from your hand relieves anxiety and allows you to communicate a calmer attitude when training your pet bird. Bird's learn much better in a calm environment!
Training Stand for Parrots at Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies You'll also want a T-Style Bird Training Stand. With a bird training stand, you'll have a bird perch that has no distractions and provides no other place for your parrot to go. Coupled with tasty food rewards your parrot can't resist following through with good bird behavior.

Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies Hint: Remember to reward all positive behavior you see. These bird carriers perches are simply a "T" attached to a bottom. Whether you get a table top bird training perch or a T-Stand for Bird Training, use it only for bird training. That way, when your bird gets on it's training perch it will know that an enjoyable training experience is going to start!

Pick a simple, easy to learn behavior like those suggested in Clicker Training for Birds. Each new bird behavior becomes easier and easier to train, especially as your bird begins to trust you, enjoy your presence AND gain self-esteem through positive bird training techniques.

Bird behavior problems begin to diminish as your bird learns replacement behaviors to gain your attention, learns to trust you more and feels mentally stimulated and proud of itself.

Remember, that like children, birds will misbehave, but inappropriate behaviors don't have to be a continous or daily problem when you maintain a consistent training routine with your parrot!

For more help, check out the Chirp n Squawk Bird Supplies Parrot Training Kit.

Animalstips Part Medicine

Animalstips Part Medicine
Alternative Medicine for Dogs: Non-Standard Health Cures for Canines
By: Trevor Price
Alternative medicine for dogs is quickly gaining in popularity as more pet owners seek natural ways to treat their pets without depending on pharmaceutical therapies. Instead of relying on drugs, pet lovers are focusing on the whole animal.

To learn more about different types of natural medicine and treatments for canines, read on.

Chiropractic Medicine and Osteopathy

Studies show that manipulations of the body and bone structure based upon a firm understanding of anatomy are effective for limiting human back pain, joint pain and spinal column discomfort. In 1996, the American Veterinary Medical Association reported "sufficient clinical and anecdotal evidence exists to indicate that veterinary chiropractic can be beneficial."

And though there is no clinical research to support the effectiveness of osteopathy, many veterinarians and dog health professionals agree that treatments can be effective and beneficial, particularly as part of a comprehensive recovery program.

Acupuncture

Normally, acupuncture is used as a pain treatment for dogs in lieu of painkillers or sometimes ineffective arthritic relief therapies. By puncturing certain points, acupuncture stimulates the brain to release endorphins, a natural pain killer.

Acupuncture is a medical procedure for dogs and can only be performed by a qualified veterinary acupuncturist. Do not have the procedure carried out by someone who performs acupuncture solely on people. Your vet should be able to recommend a colleague who carries out this procedure.

Herbal Medicine

Most pharmaceutical drugs come from herbs and plants, but they isolate a particular chemical or component of the plant. In herbal medicine, the whole plant is used rather than only a single part. Also, many herbal remedies are seen as a complimentary program with each herb prescribed to a variety of ailments.

Most conventional veterinarians understand and accept the medicinal value of herbal therapies find it difficult to accept the ancient concepts that underlie traditional herbalism. Because toxic doses for dogs have not been calculated for many herbs, most veterinarians are, understandably, hesitant to prescribe or recommend an herbal program.

Relaxation and Massage

Relaxation is a critical part of good health - improving our breathing, anxiety, muscle pain and stress. The same holds true for dogs, and many veterinarians will actually prescribe massage and relaxation as treatment for pain, anxiety, stress or sleeping problems.

Homeopathic Treatment

According to the American Veterinary Medical Association - "clinical and anecdotal evidence exists to indicate that veterinary homeopathy may be beneficial." And though no high-caliber studies of homeopathic medicines have been carried out on dogs, it's a treatment course that's increasing in popularity.

The number of veterinarians who prescribe or include homeopathic remedies and alternative medicine for dogs is increasing. Many vets are willing to accept evidence that natural remedies can work.

Animalstips Part Ultimate Haircut

Animalstips Part Ultimate Haircut
Give Your Yorkie Dog The Ultimate Haircut
By: Mindi5 Hilander5

As a pet owner, one should take proper care and groom of their pets. However, there is one special breed of dog, which requires special care and attention, in case you decide to take them up as pet. These dogs are known as Yorkshires or Yorkie puppies, better known as the high-maintenance dogs.

Dogs are not only kept as pets because they prove to be faithful animals for human beings. Another reason of choosing them as pets is that they are loving, and caring in nature, and humans can call them as their loyal companions.

There are some breeds that are strong and stout whereas there are some which are known for their delicateness and beauty. One of such breeds is Yorkies, which are hairy breeds of puppies. They look extremely stunning if they are well bred.

Yorkie puppies, generally require far more grooming than any other breed of dogs for the simple reason that they are extremely hairy and their look can get extremely messy, if one do not take proper care of them. This is the reason why a large number of people prefer not to take them as pets.

Nevertheless, considering the fact, that they are one of the cutest breeds available under dogs, it is somewhat hard to ignore them altogether. Dog-lovers, who do not mind spending their time and money on these high-maintenance dogs, can definitely choose to go for Yorkshires.

Yorkie breeders often look up the Internet for Yorkie pictures in order to determine which hair cut will suit their pet best.

The grooming market for Yorkie puppies is extremely large, mainly comprises of some popular Yorkie hair cut. It is important to groom them properly and brush their hair throughout so that they are free from all possible entangles.

However, the breeders should take exceptional care of the Yorkie so that they are not roughed up in the name of proper grooming sessions. Rough handling of their hair can lead to pain because of excess pulling of hairs.

In addition, before going for a Yorkie haircut, owners need to understand that it is generally not a good idea to leave the hair of their pup in knots. Some people believe that the knots will get resolved on their own with time. However, they need to understand that with time; these knots can only get more entangled and worse, thus causing much discomfort to the little Yorkie.

Yorkie breeders should remember since these dogs require high-maintenance, it is better to get their Yorkie haircuts from specific hair parlors where the hair stylists give a trendy haircut to these dogs. These trained hair specialists are well aware of the growth pattern of hairs on a Yorkie and thus will give a nice trim or haircut accordingly. These pups tend to grow more hair on their rear end and the chest area.

Even their haircuts can become a difficult task, as there is lot of trimming required on most parts of the pup, including their tail. Trained hair designers can easily give a Yorkie hair cut which will leave them looking trimmed, well groomed and properly taken care of. Therefore, the next time you plan to get a Yorkie, do take heed to the above-mentioned tips and get your pup a trendy haircut.

With such a hi-fi haircut, it is for sure that these pets will add elegance to your personality once you will take them for a stroll out.