What Are Some Popular Freshwater Aquarium Live Plants? by: Bob Finklea By nature, you would always want to decorate your new digs with remembrances from your old home. By the same token, an aquarium looks best if it is a close replica of the fish's natural habitat. Freshwater aquarium live... Continue reading

Useful Tips on Parrot Care by: Robert Markman What is it that compels so many people to take on and care for parrots. I think it has a lot to do with their pleasant eye catching coloring as well as their developed character and intelligence. however the ordinary family home... Continue reading

How to Choose a Kid-Friendly Family Dog February 19, 2013 By admin In the age-old “cat people versus dog people” debate, the votes have been tabulated and the results show that your household is a “dog family.” The only problem is that you don’t actually have a family dog. Remedying... Continue reading

Peacock Cichlids - Introduction to The Amazing Peacock Cichlid by: Lacey Bryant Peacock cichlids are among the most preferred cichlids to reproduce recently due to their decorative appeal. Like the charm of peacock birds, the natural appearance and engaging colors of these sorts of cichlids, scientifically called aulonocara, have been... Continue reading

8 Things to Consider When Choosing a Family Pet by Michelle It can be tempting to purchase a pet to grant your child’s birthday or holiday wish, but purchasing one impulsively often means the long-term commitment required to be a responsible pet owner gets overlooked. Before considering adopting a family... Continue reading

Using A UV Aquarium Sterilizer for Aquarium Maintenance by: Tim Kessler A UV aquarium sterilizer will kill algae, viruses, bacteria and parasites using ultraviolet bulbs. This sterilizer does a great job at cleaning the aquarium water to pristine conditions. Ultraviolet sterilizers do such a great job that there are a... Continue reading

Labrador Retrievers - The Most Popular Dog in America, Year After Year by: Lea Mullins With a Labrador Retriever, you can never go wrong. As it turns out, Labrador Retrievers are the perfect mix of positive qualities anyone would expect from a pet. Their gentle and outgoing nature comes hand... Continue reading

Dog Training: Keep Your Dog Busy with a Stuffed Kong (Low fat version) By: http://smartdog.typepad.com/smart_dog/2013/01/dog-training-keep-your-dog-busy-with-a-stuffed-kong-low-fat-version.html Part of dog training involves teaching your dog to be calm, quiet, and relaxed. Because January is Train Your Dog Month, I wanted to share my ideas for how you can use food-stuffed toys to... Continue reading

Fetching! Teach Your Dog to Bring You Anything January 2013 What Is It? Fetching, retrieving – whatever you want to call it, having your dog bring something to you is not only helpful, but it’s also a cool way to exercise your dog and impress your friends! So what exactly... Continue reading

10 Reptiles That Make Great Pets for Kids Posted on December 5, 2012 by admin | in Nannies For apartment-dwelling kids or families who have limited space, traditional pets might not be a great fit. Reptiles, however, typically live in self-contained environments that require a relatively small space commitment. While... Continue reading

If you want your dog to behave in public, you have to teach him in public. Teaching your dog at home or at obedience class is a good start, but if you expect that teaching to carry over to "real life," you're going to have to work in that situation.�... Continue reading

Gordon Setter Dog Breed Health Issues, Grooming Tips, History, Description and Temperament by: Scott Lipe Description: The Gordon Setter is recognizable for their elegant black and tan coat which should be predominately black with tan marking on their paws, lower legs, vents, their muzzle and a spot above each eye.... Continue reading

Training Tips – How Long Can A Cat Be Left Alone? by: Lilibeth Thompson Cat training is not as easy as teaching a dog to sit, stay or heel but it can be rewarding. Some of the most basic things to teach your pet cat are to use the toilet... Continue reading

Reptile Impaction - What Is It And How Do I Treat It? by: Gordon Bloomfield Impaction is a condition that affects reptiles. It is a common problem in geckos and Bearded dragons, although can occur in most reptiles. It is when a foreign object that it cannot digest becomes blocked... Continue reading

What You Need to Know About Puppy Shots by: Grace Temple Puppy shots are essential for ensuring the proper growth and development of your puppy. Most puppies receive their first round of shots between their first five to eight weeks of life. This is the time that the maternal antibodies... Continue reading

Basic Steps in Training Your Dog to Use a Leash by: Marie Smith Walking your dog or taking him other places, such as the vet, is much easier when you have trained him to use a leash properly. You will be able to manage you dog in any situation because... Continue reading

Designing the Cage for Your Leopard Gecko – Vivarium Design by: Michael Corben A lot of people are gaining interest into the hobby of raising exotic pets. Among these exotic pets includes the leopard gecko. However, there are still some who would want to raise tarantulas, snakes, and other varieties... Continue reading

Cat Beds - How Do I Choose One? by: Tara Shelton A cat bed is an essential item for any cat lover. Your cat is a part of your family and they deserve a comfortable, warm place to sleep. Purchasing the right bed for your cat can also benefit you... Continue reading

Problems With Bird Dander? - 5 Ways You Can Minimize Bird Dander in Your Home by: Debbie Davis All warm blooded animals shed dander, and this includes birds. These small flakes of skin fall off when newer skin replaces it. This skin renewal will continue for as long as your... Continue reading

Some Different Styles Of Rabbit Cages by: Tim Bell Rabbits are clean animals and they enjoy being litter-trained; therefore, they are quite happy to live in rabbit cages which keep them safe and comfortable. There are many styles of prefabricated or do-it-yourself cages to choose from according to your preferences... Continue reading

Is Your Fish Aquarium Too Salty? by: Hung Perez If you have know-how about fish aquariums then you won’t have much difficulty in maintaining your fish aquarium. You can keep any type of fish in your aquarium if you know how to take care of it. There are small points... Continue reading

Tips to Socalize a New Puppy and Your Cat by: Jared Wright Cats and dogs may seem like mortal enemies, but there are many examples that support the idea that they can coexist quite peacefully. Cats and dogs do not hate each other simply because they are cat and dog,... Continue reading

How to Care For Your Dwarf Hamster by: Nancianne Beetleman If you are considering adopting a dwarf hamster, you're in for a fun and gratifying experience. But before you open your heart and home to one of these warm and beguiling creatures, you should consider carefully what is required to... Continue reading

Guide to Aggressive Cichlids by: Simon Edwards Put a couple of cichlids into a tank and one of them will start to dominate. It is probably the first thing the cichlid beginner learns , Cichlids are aggressive. The tropical African Cichlid is an aggressive fish that has a long life... Continue reading