Category: Pets
Is a shelter or rescue the best place to find a dog for you?
As dog trainers, more than fifty percent of the dogs we work with are rescues or adoptions. That’s great! It is recommended that people looking for a new puppy or dog try to rescue or adopt a homeless animal. According to statistics compiled by the Humane Society of the United States, between 6 and 8…
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Getting a cat: first things first
KITTEN OR CAT? There is nothing more adorable, sweet or entertaining than a kitten. However, depending on your needs and your household (other family members and other pets), you may, for whatever reason, decide to get an adult cat. Whether you choose a kitten or an adult cat, know that there are wonderful companions at…
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Should you take home a wild cat?
It’s easy to fall in love with an adorable homeless kitten or cat, and you may be tempted to rescue it on the spot with the good intentions of providing it with a home. But before you do, keep in mind that if you’re dealing with a feral cat or kitten, you need to understand…
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A cowardly German shepherd – A coward?
Question – A scared German Shepherd My dog, an 18 month old German Shepherd, has been obedience trained. I really wanted to take this dog to a “personal protection” course which I enrolled him in to assess his suitability. The course was being taught by a dog trainer in San Diego, Ca who has a…
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I lost my cat! That I have to do?
Thousands of pets are lost every day. This is why 49% of all cats are kept indoors. You can triple their lifespan and have a better bond with them by keeping them indoors. I know they are born hunters, but that was in the beginning when we didn’t live in cities where the danger triples…
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The four growth stars
It’s been a while since I posted about the Four Cemeteries. As its name indicates, the Four Cemeteries represent the end of a cycle. The Four Growth Stars are the opposite of Graveyards. It represents the beginning of a cycle. A starting point! It represents youth, carefree and childish behavior: naive, trusting, gullible and innocent.…
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Should I buy Labrador retrievers at a pet store?
The big question when looking at puppies is where to buy a dog. Is it a good idea to buy a puppy from a pet store or not, and if not, why not? Where is the best place to find Labrador puppies for sale and how do you know if you are dealing with a…
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Puppy Cerelac: the comprehensive solution for successful breeding
Dog lovers all over the world have always been very responsible with their dogs. But this is not the case for everyone. Whether due to real irresponsibility or lack of awareness, many people follow the wrong path when it comes to food and nutrition. Many people may not even think that what they are feeding…
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Biodiversity: the natural environment saves lives and livelihoods
Biodiversity is in full swing these days. 2010 was the International Year of Biodiversity. The commitment to substantially reduce rates of biodiversity loss by 2010 was incorporated into the United Nations (UN) Millennium Development Goals in 2005. Biodiversity refers to the variety of genes, species, and ecosystems that make up life on Earth. It provides…
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Understanding the Difference Between American and Australian Labradoodles
Labradoodles are a cross between Labrador Retrievers and Poodles. Unlike other crossbreeds, Labradoodles were very carefully bred (in Australia) to produce a dog that had the service qualities of a Labrador Retriever with the tight-coated, hypoallergenic qualities of a Poodle. The resulting breed was intended as a service dog that could live in the homes…
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