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Did you know that a pet can considerably reduce the amount of stress in your life? Animals can be there for you in ways that people sometimes can’t. They can be good listeners, have the funniest antics, and above all, give you unconditional love and loyalty. As such, it’s only fitting that devote a category to them. This section explores the wonderful world of our furry (and scaly) friends.

Fighting their way to the top of this section are the universal favorites: dogs and cats. We’ll delve into every subject about your canine and feline companions. There are articles on dog and cat breeds, supplies, toys, dog training, health care, and the multitude of other ways to treat them right.

If you’re more inclined toward the feathered friends, go to our bird section and we’ll help you with issues such as choosing cages and making bird feeders, among many others.

Want to know how to survive an encounter with a mountain lion? Look no further than our exotic animals and wildlife section, where you'll learn about everything from helping endangered animals to proper care for an iguana or pet hedgehog.

If you’re a fish person, our fish-fanatical experts will lead the way. Learn about goldfish and beta fish care. Start your own freshwater or saltwater aquarium the right way – our writers will show you how.

Horses and farm animals have a place here, too. Whether it’s about milking a cow, riding a horse or caring for chickens, our farm experts are here to help.

This section will assist you with all your animal concerns and, at the same time, pay tribute to the creatures that brighten our lives. Keep your pets healthy and happy, and keep checking this page – our Pets & Animals section will continue to grow.

How To Make a Hermit Crab Habitat

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
Though Hermit Crabs are simple pets, they still need specific care. Hermit Crabs need a habitat with certain elements and need a certain amount of humidity.

How To Make a Hamster Toilet

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
Making a toilet for a rodent seems silly, but it's actually very easy to do and hamsters generally learn to use it pretty quickly if it'd done right.

How To Avoid Common Mistakes when Raising a Puppy

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
Raising a puppy can be fun and challenging. Still, there are many things you should know before attempting to bring a new family member into the home.

How To Care for Multiple Dogs

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
If you have recently added a dog to your household which already had one or more dogs, you may be concerned about how to care for multiple dogs.

How To Make a Hanging Bird Toy

 
 
 
 
 
November 28, 2009
You and your parrot are best friends. Why not make your own hanging bird toys? This is an inexpensive way to bond with your beloved bird.

How To Avoid Spoiling a Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Dogs are loyal, loving companions and human masters often misread this love and loyalty as a need for spoiling that does not enhance the life of their beloved pets.

How To Make a Hamster Cage

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Hamster cages are easy to make, and the end cost per cage saves a lot of money compared to buying a store-bought model.

How To Make a Grooming Table for a Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 27, 2009
Why spend more money? Making your own grooming table for a dog can be a fairly easy task and can make grooming your dog much easier in the future.

How To Find Popular Large Dog Breeds

 
 
 
 
 
November 23, 2009
Here we present popular large dog breeds and the particulars of dog training, dog obedience, dog collars, suitability as guard dogs, and dog care of these breeds.

How To Adopt a Baby Lamb

 
 
 
 
 
November 22, 2009
When you buy a baby lamb, one of the things to consider is whether to buy an orphaned lamb or a lamb that is being sold by a rancher/farmer for profit.

How To Adopt a Cat with Toxoplasmosis

 
 
 
 
 
November 22, 2009
When adopting a cat with toxoplasmosis, you should research the disease and then decide if the animal will be okay around the people who live in your house.

How To Adopt a Yorkie

 
 
 
 
 
November 20, 2009
You want to adopt a Yorkie. You’re now overwhelmed about where to even start your look. Or maybe you have looked, but still feel lost. There are so many different choices.

How To Alpha Roll an Aggressive Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 20, 2009
The alpha roll is used by people who own dogs that demonstrate aggressive behaviors, to stop the dog's aggressiveness by showing them that the human is the leader.

How To Advertise a Lost Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 20, 2009
If you have lost your beloved family pet, it is important to advertise for the lost dog as soon as possible, improving your chances are of having your pet returned to you.

How To Add Omega-3 to Your Dog Food

 
 
 
 
 
November 20, 2009
The tricky part of adding omega fatty acids to dog food is that too much omega-9 decreases the other kinds. Too much cooking also decreases the omega-3 content in food.

How To Choose a Portuguese Water Dog

 
 
 
 
 
November 19, 2009
Whatever your reason for choosing a Portuguese Water Dog, consider these steps to choose a Portuguese water dog that will be perfect for your family or lifestyle.

How To Adopt Exotic Birds Free

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
For those who love birds and would like to bring one home, adopting an exotic bird is a great option, and there are many ways you can adopt an exotic bird for free.

How To Keep Your Cat's Litter Box Odor Free

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Some cats will refuse to use a smelly litter box. It is important to keep your cat’s litter box odor free and clean at all times.

How To Get Your Dog to Bark Less

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
We are disadvantaged if we do not speak, "Bark". It is an intricate language of its own, and much like ours, is designed to ask, express and defend.

How To Look Up Bird Band Numbers for Parrots

 
 
 
 
 
November 17, 2009
Bird band numbers are the primary ID mechanism for parrots. These are either open or closed bands and are attached to the bird’s leg.
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