caring for a variety of pets

Posted on: 22 May 2015

Puppies should be cared for by their mothers until they're at least 8 weeks old. During those initial weeks, mothers provide for their nourishment and their discipline. In fact, during the first 8 weeks, a puppy will learn important rules about its behavior. Unfortunately, when puppies are removed from their mothers too early, they miss out on valuable training. If you've recently obtained a puppy that was too young to leave its mother, there are some things you can do to help it develop properly.
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Posted on: 19 May 2015

If you love to garden and have dogs, you need to be careful. There are some things that are lethal to dogs that are used in gardening, and your dog can be lethal to your gardens. Below are some tips to keep both your garden and your dog happy and healthy. Build a Raised Bed Instead of planting your flowers and vegetables flat on the ground, create a raised bed instead.
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Posted on: 14 May 2015

With their gentle disposition and ease of training, rabbits are a popular pet choice for a lot of people. Most rabbit breeds are relatively free from health problems and they do stay healthy as long as they are fed well and given the appropriate shelter. One of the biggest problems your pet rabbit may have is a tendency to pull its own hair out and leave giant clumps of fur hanging out where he sleeps or around the house.
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Posted on: 29 April 2015

Separation anxiety is quite common among dogs, who tend to become emotionally attached to their owners. If your dog becomes distressed when you leave--especially to the point of misbehaving while you're gone--then your dog may suffer from separation anxiety. This is especially likely if your dog has abandonment or neglect issues because of a previous owner. Fortunately, there are a few different methods you can try to help your dog overcome separation anxiety and enjoy a healthier, happier life--even when you're away.
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