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Dogs are wonderful companions, but also require a big commitment. Decide whether owning a dog is right for you, find out how to care for Fido and get advice about what he needs from our experienced dog owners.

How To Kill Fleas with Dish Detergent

 
 
 
 
 
November 6, 2009
By Mina Sorvese
Fleas are bad for pets and also invade homes and pass diseases. Kill fleas using dish detergent; read the tip for keeping the pests away from your pet's head.

How To Know if a Dog Is Stressed

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
Determining if your dog is stressed is difficult due to changes in behaviors or sometimes, no behavioral changes at all. Read ideas to help decide if your dog is stressed.

How To Know if a Pet Is Stressed

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
All pets, including cats, dogs, birds and fish, can become stressed; exhibiting a wide range of behaviors. Read information to help you determine if your pet is stressed.

How To Decide on an Invisible Fence

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
An invisible fence can be a good solution to keep your pets in your yard. Read information to help you decide if an invisible fence is a good choice for your pet.

How To Know When Your Puppy Has to Pee

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
Puppies don't understand why they should pee outside rather than on your expensive rug. Learn to recognize the signs of your puppy needing to head outside.

How To Know if Your Dog Is Fat

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
Your dog's build and overall physique holds clues to whether he is overweight. If you're feeding your furry friend table scraps, then read this to determine if Fido is fat.

How To Know if You're Ready for a Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
November 2, 2009
By megan McFarland
Puppies are not only adorable, they are a lot of work. Read this article to help you think through if you are ready for a puppy or if your family should wait.

How To Treat Kennel Cough

 
 
 
 
 
November 1, 2009
By Mina Sorvese
Bordetella Bronchisentica, a bacterium, Canine Parainfluenza-3, a virus and Canine Adenovirus Type 2, the distemper virus, are the culprits behind kennel cough.

How To Keep Cats and Dogs off Your Furniture

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
Cats and dogs both make great pets, but they can certainly be a handful, especially if you're having trouble training them. Use these steps to keep your pets off of your furniture.

How To Keep Children Safe Around Pets

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
Having pets in the home while your children are growing up can be a wonderful experience. However, you still need to be careful. Use these tips to keep your kids safe when pets...

How To Keep Fleas off Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
For your dog, a flea infestation is not only annoying, but also painful. Here's how to keep fleas off dogs.

How To Keep Male Dogs from Peeing on Furniture

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
No matter your dog's age or how well trained he is, there is always a chance that he may pick up the bad habit of peeing on furniture. Here's how to keep male dogs from peeing...

How To Keep Outside Dogs Comfortable in Bad Weather

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
During the winter, it is critical that you ensure your pet's safety. Here's how to keep outside dogs comfortable in bad weather.

How To Keep Pets from Staining Leather Furniture

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By megan McFarland
Dealing with pet stains can be a very tricky problem, as they are notoriously difficult to remove. Use this article for some helpful tips to help you remove pet stains on leather...

How To Keep Your Dog from Chasing Cats

 
 
 
 
 
October 30, 2009
By Mina Sorvese
Here's how to prevent your dog from chasing you cat.

How To Keep Your Dog from Drinking too Fast

 
 
 
 
 
October 28, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Drinking too fast is not good for a dog's health. This article will give you some suggestions to help your dog drink his water more slowly.

How To Kill House Fleas on a Pet

 
 
 
 
 
October 27, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
House fleas are very nasty and harmful to your family, but here are some simple ways for how to kill them for good.

How To Know a Pet Has Back Pain

 
 
 
 
 
October 25, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Read through this list of questions to help determine if your pet has back pain. Then, once you know, you can do a massage for relief or take your pet to the vet.

How To Keep Your Dog Calm and Happy

 
 
 
 
 
October 25, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
It is important to be able to keep you dog calm and happy; dogs in general have high energy levels that may seem abnormal to humans.

How To Keep Your Dog from Getting Pregnant

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
It is possible to keep your dog from getting pregnant if you have decided you don't want to breed her. Read this article for more information, regardless of your choice.

How To Keep Your Dog from Rushing Out the Door

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
It can be very dangerous when your dog rushes out the door whenever it's opened. Follow these tips to break this bad habit and keep your dog safely inside.

How To Keep Your Dog Safe at Dog Parks

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Dog parks can be a wonderful place to socialize your canine friend. One risk involved is the aggressiveness of other dogs. Learn how to keep your dog safe at the dog park.

How To Keep Your Dog Happy

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
It is up to the responsible pet owner to provide their dog with the things he needs to have a healthy and happy lifetime. Learn more about keeping your dog happy.

How To Keep Your Dog Safe on Nighttime Walks

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Learn precautions to keep your dog safe on nighttime walks at any time of year.

How To Keep Your Puppy Active

 
 
 
 
 
October 24, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
To keep your puppy from destroying any objects in your home, learn to channel his energy in a positive way; keep him active, both physically and mentally.

How To Make a Cooling Collar for Your Dog

 
 
 
 
 
October 23, 2009
By megan McFarland
Make a cooling collar for your dog by completing this simple sewing project. It will keep your furry friend cool on those hot summer days by using water crystals.

How To Add a Dog to an Existing Pack

 
 
 
 
 
October 23, 2009
By megan McFarland
Learn how to add a new dog to your pack by understanding the hierarchy and how it plays an important roll in the initial interaction time of the dogs in the pack.

How To Make a Dog Bed

 
 
 
 
 
October 23, 2009
By megan McFarland
Making a dog bed is a quick and easy sewing project, and is the best way to create a perfect bed for your furry friend.

How To Make a Care Sheet for a Yorkie Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
October 23, 2009
By megan McFarland
A care sheet for a Yorkie puppy provides information to ensure the puppy is healthy and also provides a record of the puppy's health at the time of sale.

How To Find Reviews for Your Animal Clinic

 
 
 
 
 
October 22, 2009
By Staff Writer
Customer reviews can make or break a business; you need to know what your customers are saying. Learn how you can find reviews for your animal clinic.

How To Introduce a Puppy to Your Other Pets

 
 
 
 
 
October 22, 2009
By Collin Walker
Bringing a new puppy home should be a time to celebrate, but if you've got other dogs in residence, there's always at least a little anxiety and trepidation involved.

How To Make a Dog Lounge Pad

 
 
 
 
 
October 22, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Making a dog lounge pad is easier than you think and it can be done within a couple of minutes. Follow these steps for a homemade canine lounge pad.

How To Make a Dog Car Seat and Seat Belt

 
 
 
 
 
October 22, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Learn how to make a dog car seat and seat belt by using items you may already have, saving you from spending money on the commercial ones.

How To Keep Your Cats and Dogs from Fighting

 
 
 
 
 
October 21, 2009
By shelly seigler
There wouldn't be a reason for the expression, “fighting like cats and dogs” unless cats and dogs really did fight. Here's how to stop your cats and dogs from fighting.

How To Deal with Canine Eye Odor

 
 
 
 
 
October 21, 2009
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By Crystal Foran
Pekingese, Pug, Havanese and other toy breed owners will understand exactly what bacteria growth from eye secretions can smell like. With this guide you will learn how to solve...

How To Keep Thanksgiving Pet Safe

 
 
 
 
 
October 21, 2009
By Collin Walker
You may think of Thanksgiving as a relaxing time, but it may be a different story for your pet. Use these steps to keep your pet safe during the holiday season.

How To Choose a Dog for Life

 
 
 
 
 
October 21, 2009
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By Crystal Foran
Too often people bring dogs into their home without enough thought on how they will fit into their lives. This step by step guide will help you through the process of choosing...

How To Do Clicker Training for Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
October 20, 2009
By Staff Writer
For your favorite dog, man’s best friend, clicker training is actually possible.

How To Make a Dog Vomit Using Hydrogen Peroxide

 
 
 
 
 
October 17, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
Although using hydrogen peroxide to make your dog vomit is safe, only do so if necessary.

How To Add a Dog to the Pack

 
 
 
 
 
October 14, 2009
By Mike Tattersall
If you're thinking about getting another dog, use these tips to learn how to introduce new dogs to your current pack.

How To Make a Doggie Door More Secure

 
 
 
 
 
October 13, 2009
By Mina Sorvese
Although useful, a doggie door also poses some strong security issues. This article has a few short tips on how to make a doggie door more secure.

How To Recognize Basic Measures of Animal Health

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
By Staff Writer
You have primary responsibility for your pet's health, so it's important that you understand the basic ways to measure whether your pet is healthy.

Why Use Dog Shampoo with Conditioner

 
 
 
 
 
October 11, 2009
By Staff Writer
Your dog shampoo may be good, but dog conditioner may make it even better.

How To Find the Most Popular Dog Breeds

 
 
 
 
 
October 9, 2009
By Staff Writer
If you're looking to get a dog, use this guide to help you research which breed is best for you. This article includes a list and description of the most popular dog breeds.

How To Make Homemade Dog Shampoo

 
 
 
 
 
October 4, 2009
By Staff Writer
Hiring a professional groomer for your dog is expensive; you can do it yourself and save some money. Begin by learning how to make homemade dog shampoo.

How To Treat Canine Skin Allergies

 
 
 
 
 
October 3, 2009
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By JK Acidre
This article provides information to assist you in solving your beloved furry friend's allergy problems.

How To Deal with a Tick Infestation

 
 
 
 
 
September 28, 2009
By Marc Alexander
To be safe from the ailments that ticks cause, it's best to have yourself and your family aware of how to prevent a tick infestation. Here are some tips on how to deal with a tick...

How To Give a Pet Eye Drops

 
 
 
 
 
September 24, 2009
By Staff Contributor
There are important procedures to follow when giving a pet eye drops. Read these tips and contact your veterinarian when administering medicine to your pet's eyes.

How To Start your Own Dog Stud Service

 
 
 
 
 
September 20, 2009
By Staff Writer
Learn everything you need to know to get a start in creating a rewarding business as a dog stud service.

How To Find Mosquito Repellent for Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
September 13, 2009
By Staff Contributor
Your dog or cat is a target for mosquitoes that transmit disease-causing viruses and parasites. Learn how to use mosquito repellent for your dog.
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