Hangin’ with the Animals

posted by Animal Lover2 on Nov 29

by HENDRY LEE

Puppies and dogs are great pets. They are good companions for human beings too. Dogs could bring out a smile in all of us. Unfortunately, not all environments are suitable to adopting just any breed of dog. This is especially true if you are living in the city where space is limited and family members have very tight schedule.

Some dogs require very much attention, exercise and ample of room to move around and play. Others are more tolerant to those factors. The latter usually makes a better dog pet for city dwellers.

Here are some, obviously not all, dog breeds that are suitable for urban living: 1. Shih Tzus. This diminutive size dog breed is portable and well-behaved. They are suitable for city living because they don’t take much space and will not ruin as much things as when you own a sports breed.

2. Pugs. This breed is very sociable, usually stubborn about certain things but they are also charming, clever, and fun. Pugs also get along with other dogs and pets quite well. They are great household companions for they don’t require demanding care.

3. Miniature poodles. They are clever pets, but should be socialized as soon as possible as a puppy. Miniature poodles need to be involved in family activities but should make lovely canine pets.

4. Lhasa Apsos. This breed is naturally happy, playful and intelligent. Because they are independent, they are often hard to train. Lhasas have excellent health. When it comes to grooming, they need special attention because of their coat.

5. Labradors. If you are living in the city but wish to have a sports dogs, then labradors could be the perfect choice. They learn fast and are very mild mannered. Make sure you can take them for a walk daily to keep this canine companion in good health.

Other things to consider when choosing dog breed for urban living is the fact that they shed a lot or not. This can cause alergy if one of your family members is sensitive to such thing.

A dog can bring a lot of happiness to life but you must make sure they are suitable not only to the environment you live in but also to your lifestyle.

Aaron Lee helps dog owners whose dog is trying to outsmart them. He shared his passion about dogs through his site Dog Breed Web. Subscribe to Weekly Dog Tips Newsletter to get tips and tricks.

posted by Animal Lover2 on Oct 30

by Jeremy C.W

Like newborn babies, your new born puppy requires the same loving attention and care. And just like newborn babies, your new born puppy will require more sleep than adult dogs and constant feeding.

A new born puppy is very weak. A good way to prevent health complications is provide your new born puppy with all nutrients that it can get by allowing it to drink it’s mother milk. Never stop them ever and constantly take a peak at them to see if they had their mothers milk within the first 12 hours. This is crucial for it’s nutritional value.

Like all mothers, the mother dog has a natural instinct to care for it’s baby. But in certain rare cases, the mother dog may neglect one of them. Then you have to take the responsibility to care for your new born puppy.

As newborn puppies don’t produce body heat in the first few weeks, it is a good idea that the mother keeps them warm to prevent them from catching pneumonia.

For the first week, prepare and place your new born puppies in a large dog basket or a box with some soft bed sheets. Also place a dim lamp beside them to keep them warm. A good temperature would be a constant about 97 degrees.

Check in with your vet or a puppy owner for recommended commercial nutrient formulas for new born puppies. It is extremely important to bottle feed them during their first 48 to 72 hours, every two - three hours.

Gently pat their backs after feeding them to allow burping. Make sure that the bottle nipple hole is not too big when bottle feeding them. Don’t take any chances and be very careful as they can choke and develop pneumonia due to excess liquid going to their lungs which lead to fatality.

Make sure you do these thing in the first crucial couple of weeks. After that, you can start by feeding him blended puppy cereals combined with a puppy formula. I wish you all the best in caring for your new born puppy. Consult with your vet or check in with your local pet store to get more additional tips, guides and new born puppy care information.
About the Author
Jeremy C.W writes information articles for websites including dognpuppies.com. For more interesting facts and information on taking care of a puppy and puppy care , Please visit: http://www.dognpuppies.com

posted by Animal Lover2 on Oct 29

by Joann Henry

Did you know you could get your dog to adore its baths, brushing and clippings? Puppies need to get accustomed to their grooming; beginning early while still young is the best time for puppies. This will aid in preventing any grooming issues in the future as the dog ages.

Every dog requires grooming on a regular basis whether they have a long coat, such as Samoyed, German Long-haired Pointer and Lhasa Apso, or if they have short coats such as Basset Hounds, Boxers or Labrador Retrievers and even those in between.

Each Breed of Dog Has Specific Needs

All dogs need basic grooming care such as brushing and bathing or ear and teeth cleaning and their nails trimmed, however different types of coats will involve different steps of grooming. For instance, a breed with long hair is more complicated and time consuming. It is essential to begin grooming a puppy early as they become acquainted to the routine of grooming. When a puppy learns to enjoy the process of grooming at such an early age, it creates a peaceful and pleasant atmosphere for you and you dog.

Everyday Puppy Grooming

To create a positive experience for your puppy, you should familiarize the puppy with the process slowly, yet often. Introduce the puppy to each piece of grooming paraphernalia by showing it to the puppy and letting it sniff the object for a few moments, one at a time. Then offer the puppy a small treat.

For instance, while introducing a brush, you gently touch the puppy with the brush while offering the treat. When the puppy accepts the brush, you them gently brush one stroke and then offer a treat. After about the third brush stroke the puppy will relax while understanding that brushing feels good. If you break the procedure down into small steps, the puppy has the opportunity to accept the positive experience you have created within each step of the process.

Introduce the puppy to the grooming station where it can become acquainted with the area before you begin grooming. For instance, a couple of days before having a bath you will place the puppy in the bathtub while it is dry, then let the puppy play with a toy and offer it a treat. The next day, repeat this process, although you should add at this time some water and a sponge. Allow the puppy to get used to a small amount of water slowly before filling a tub for bathing.

You will follow the same technique when introducing any other grooming tools such as a toothbrush or nail clippers. Taking the time to introduce grooming to your puppy will ensure a pleasurable experience for you and your dog for the rest of their life.
About the Author
Joann Henry operates “Doggie Health Care” (www.DoggieHealthCare.com), which is a blog all about our beloved four legged family member’s health. She loves to give away free stuff! If you sign up to receive her newsletter, not only will you get some free tips to keep your dog healthier, but FOR A LIMITED TIME, she’ll give you a FREE ebook. For more information, please visit: www.DoggieHealthCare.com