Month: March 2019

Small Dogs Breed Ideal Pets For Apartment Dwellers And Those With Smaller Living Spaces

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Small dogs make ideal pets for apartment dwellers and those with smaller living spaces. They are great companion dogs that adapt well to our busy schedules. There are many good things about small breeds of dogs. They are a lot easier and cheaper to look after. It’s easier to travel with a small dog. The best thing about them is that they live longer than big dogs. From cute to tough breeds, toy dog or terrier breeds – there are many different small dog breeds for you to choose from. Generally a dog is considered as small if he weighs less than 25 pounds or be shorter than 16 inches.

There are approximately 49 types of small dog breeds in the AKC dog breed list which are divided into mainly four groups. Most of the small dogs are kept in Toy group but there are many small dogs which are the member of other groups like Terrier, Non-Sporting and Hound

Toy group (Most of the very small and miniature dog breeds Including Chinese crested and Pekingese) Toy dog breeds are difficult to housebreak but usually adapt well to apartment life. They make ideal apartment dogs and terrific lap warmers on nippy nights.
Terrier group (This group includes those small but lively terrier breeds that were developed to hunt small animals, for example Norfolk Terrier, the smallest of the working Terriers)
Non-Sporting group (usually larger than Toy dogs like French bulldog)
Hound group (developed to hunt using sight or scent including Basenji and Miniature Dachshund)

Some of the Small dogs breed

Chinese Crested A very popular breed, comes in two varieties – the “Hairless” (having long hair on the feet, tail and head only) and “Powderpuff” Both varieties vary in outer characteristics, but have similar personalities. They are playful little 10 pound lapdogs and companions that are friendly with other dogs, cats, people and children. They need very little exercise such as a short walk on leash or a game in the yard and their primary job is to keep your lap warm. They are known for their entertaining qualities and unusual appearance. Chinese Crested Puppies should be well-socialized and exposed to loud noises when young to avoid potential timidity.

Pekingese Pekingese is one of the most respected of the toy breed. These adorable dogs with their big eyes and well-known facial characteristics are great ones to add to any family. They are one of the most dignified, supremely confident, and independent (and stubborn) of the toy breeds. They have a courageous attitude which makes them good watchdogs. Known to be quite affectionate with family members Pekingese puppies do tend to be a bit hesitant around strangers. If socialized properly, they can get along with other dogs and pets.

French bulldog French bulldogs are one of the nicest, most amusing and amiable of all dog breeds. They stand 11 to 14 inches tall at shoulder height and weigh from 17 to 26 pounds. They were originally bred as ratters, but are now bred as lap dogs and companions. The breed is commonly called the Frenchie, also known as “clowns” and frog dogs. Very comical little dogs they are always great for a good laugh and long friendship. French Bulldog Puppies are slow learners and can be somewhat willful so consistent training is required.

Helping Your Dog Get Along With Other Family Pets

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If you have, or are planning to have, a multi-pet household, one of the first things to consider will be the breed of dog you want. Some breeds of dog are friendlier than other breeds and include poodles, beagles, cavalier spaniels, and retrievers. These breeds, among many others, will be more likely to accept another dog or pet in the home, while other breeds may present some problems. Always remember that all dogs are individuals and you will find variation in personality in all breeds.

Some dog breeds were developed to participate in dog fights and these breeds may be best in single-pet households – pit bulldog, Tosa, Fila Brasileiro, and Akita are all dog breeds that have a high level of dog-to-dog aggression, and they are often aggressive to other pets as well.

While some hunting dogs, such as Labrador or Golden Retrievers are calm dogs that will accept all pets, some breeds still have a high prey drive and will hunt and chase smaller pets in the home, such as cats, rabbits, and Guinea pigs. Afghan hounds and Dachshunds will never be trustworthy around smaller pets, and this should not be held against them, it is simply their innate nature.

If you are bringing a dog into a household where there are already cats, or are adopting a cat, you should remember that the cat will probably be terrified of the dog, regardless of the dog’s docility. Some dogs have absolutely no interest in bothering cats, while others will look forward to a good chase. However, except in extreme cases, it shouldn’t be difficult to get your dog and cat to at least be respectful of one another.

A puppy, naturally, will be easier to train to accept a cat. Because the personality of the pup is still developing, familiarity with cats at an early age will lessen the chances that the adult dog will act aggressively towards them.

Regardless of the age of your dog, however, keep the dog and cat separated to begin with. The cat will probably be frightened of the dog and must be allowed to become accustomed gradually to it. Keeping the animals in separate rooms, but allowing them to sniff at one another through a gate is a good way to promote tolerance, and hopefully friendship.

When the cat and dog actually meet face to face, have both of them on a leash, they will be much easier to control. Make sure that you reward with treats for good behavior, and don’t bother yelling if things go wrong, it will only make the situation more emotionally charged.

If the pets involved will be two dogs, keep in mind that dogs of the same sex are less likely to get along than opposites. A male and a female dog will be more likely to become friends than two females, and two males may actually fight.

The size of the dog will also have a bearing on how the adjustment will go, regardless of whether you are introducing a puppy or kitten. Regardless of how friendly and tolerant the dog may be, large or giant dogs can inadvertently harm smaller pets when trying to play with them.

Dogs can be taught to accept and even be friendly to ferrets, birds, rabbits, and other small pets, but still should never be left alone with them. You should always cage small animals if they are going to be alone with the dog when you are not present.

As it has been scientifically proven that dogs have the same set of emotions that humans do, and that their brains respond in the same way, it’s not too surprising that jealousy is among the emotions dogs can feel. Dogs have been living with humans for tens of thousands of years and have shaken off much of their old canine loyalties and transferred them to people.

Some dogs are so attached to their owners that they will even be jealous of inanimate objects, in much the same way that a child may become jealous of the telephone if mother talks on it too much. Never make light of jealousy in a dog, especially in a large breed, as it can result in attacks on people or other pets.

Frontline Cats Products Treating Fleas And Parasites That Attack Your Pets

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Fleas are common parasites that can cause distress to both pets and pet owners.Frontline for cats products can be a proactive way for you to treat those harmful parasites that attack your pets.

Why You Need to Prevent Fleas

Fleas are blood sucking parasites that can cause misery to their hosts. Flea bites can be very irritating and cause swelling, itching and sore skin. Both humans and animals can also be allergic to the fleas saliva. This can make flea bites even more unpleasant and can make you feel generally unwell. Fleas can also sometimes pass bacteria and diseases through their bites.

Fleas are common parasites and they can quickly spread so it is important to be proactive about treating and preventing them. Regular usage of Frontline for cats products can help you to stay on top of fleas and prevent them from making you and your pets lives a misery.

How Do Frontline Cats Products Work?

Frontline cats products work in a very unique way. Instead of repelling fleas they actively work to kill them. This means that any adult fleas picked up by your cats will be killed quickly before they can irritate you pets or start laying eggs around your home.

Frontline cats products contain a chemical that works to over-stimulate the fleas nervous system. This is fatal to the flea but does not harm your pets in anyway.

Once you have treated your pets the Frontline for cats products will get to work treating existing fleas. They should be killed within 24 hours and will drop off naturally.

You will need to use the Frontline Spot On products regularly to maintain protection against fleas (every four weeks).

This can be combined with Insect Growth Regulator (IGR) products that can treat eggs and larvae already present in your home.

This can help to break the flea life cycle and prevent infestations from taking over your home.

The Spot On products will need to be applied on the skin at the back of the neck on your cats. This will ensure your cat cannot lick the product off before it gets to work

Dont forget fleas can be a problem all year round due to modern centrally heated homes. This means you should continue to use Frontline for cats products in the winter to maintain protection.

Frontline cats products can also treat other parasites such as ticks.

Ticks are also very common particularly in more rural areas that have higher wild animal populations.

Ticks are recognised as a key carrier of diseases such as Lyme disease which can be unpleasant for humans and difficult to treat.

Ticks will feed from both animal and human hosts so it is important to prevent against these blood-sucking parasites.

With Frontline cats products you can treat your pets for both fleas and ticks and help to keep these nasty parasites at bay.

Cork Floor With Child And Pets

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Homeowners who own pets tend to stay away from cork flooring for two reasons. Pet owners are under the misimpression that the cork floors will get easily marred from their pets claws and think their pets would find it difficult to walk on the spongy cork surface. Actually, the truth is, with pets, especially the big ones, you will find they have an EASIER time on cork! They no longer have to use their claws to grab hold as they stand up. They will have less impact on your cork then they would on a hardwood floor. Cork has the ability to compact and then spring back as weight is added and removed.

It is a sayingamong industry experts that pets dont scratch the surface of cork floors; they leave linear dents/dimples. With cork, dents are RARELY permanent. With hardwood or laminate, dents equal a damaged plank!

When a hardwood floor is scratched, a sharp or offending object cuts into the coating or surface of the wood (normally quite brittle) which then leaves white curls of finish. Once committed there is no way to correct the damage.

However with cork, it takes a very sharp blade to pierce the surface layer. Such piercing is a true scratch. Cork flooring RARELY gets to this point. The linear dent is more common and can be ironed out with a SUPER HOT, wet cloth. The heat and the humidity will cause the cork to regain its form FASTER. This means you can treat almost any dent and have it come out at any time.

In a situation, with children and with large dogs (who like to slobber and may well become a leaky pet as they age) it is HIGHLY RECOMMEND applying 2 coats of polyurethane over your ENTIRE FLOOR! This will add the extra protection that your floor will need against spills, leaky pets and claw marks. With these two extra layers of protection, you can be worry free for at least 3-7 years. Any time you feel the floor needs a bit of a pick me up you simply need to add just ONE (1) more coat of the polyurethane. This cycle (a coat every 3-5 years) will then continue for the rest of your floors life. As you keep adding more polyurethane over the years, the better your protection!

There is no sanding, no scraping, no waxing and no stripping involved.All you need to do is simply apply a new coat of polyurethane and wait for it to cure. Once it is all dried, youre good to go for another 5 years. In your situation, the two coats put on at the beginning of your floors life, will pay off in spades over the next several years.

As for regular maintenance, you do not need any specialized tools or any special chemicals to keep your cork flooring clean. Regular sweeping to get rid of debris along with mopping with a damp cloth is all that is needed to keep the floor looking shiny clean.

iCork Floor warehouse is located in Kent WA (roughly 15 minutes from the SeaTac Airport). Customers are more than welcome to come by and pick up cork flooring samples and cork flooring.

Rules For Carrying Pets,dogs,horses Other Live Animals And Birds Risk-

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RULE AND RATES FOR CONVEYANCE OF DOGS:
The owners of the Dogs when taken in the break-van or A.C.C. and first class passenger section will have to pay at Scale ‘L'(luggage Rates)on the basis of heaviness indicated below,with a smallest amount of Rs.10/- for each dog, all the money is prepaid. All the dogs must be taken with collars and strings to tie them. The owner of the dog should make his personal arrangement for food and water for the dog throughout the trip. Dogs discovered without booking will be penalized and charged 6 times more than the Luggage level Rate which could be to a least amount of Rs.50/-
A person who is travelling in Ac First class or ordinary first class can take the dog with them only if the fellow passangers agree to that and that too after making the requirement payment. If co- passengers afterward have an objection regarding the dog being in the compartment,it will be taken to the Guard’s van and no compensation would be given. Dogs which are not booked with the passenger in IAC and Ist class compartments will be penalized six times the baggage scale Rate which could be subject to a minimum of 50. A lady traveling unaccompanied with kids below 12 years of age in a first class compartment may carry with her in the compartment one dog on paying the price of that at the Dog Box Rates that is a minimum of 10 Rs and this facility is only if the fellow passenger does not have any objection.Any dog identified unreserved will be penalised at two times the dog-box rate for the distance up to the end of discovery and at the dog-box rate for the distance further than the whole charge being subject to a minimum of Rs.20/- for very dog.
The travelers are not supposed to carry the Dogs in ACC Sleeper Coaches,Acc chair car coaches sleeper class and AC two tier.If a dog is found being carried and breaking this rule,it will be thrown out immediately or taken to the brake-van and charges will be charged six times the baggage Scale Rate subject to a minimum of Rs.50/-
Big dogs that cannot be carried in the dog-box of a brake van will be taken in a exceptional motor vehicle at the similar rates and situations as for horses.
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