Family Friendly Pets/Pets, Livestock, and Wildlife

31. How to keep a healthy and happy bearded dragon!
    
    
    Bearded dragons are becoming the most popular exotic pet to have in the 21st century! They are very interactive and love attention from humans. Bearded dragons are great pets for adults or children, and are often used in schools as class pets. A Bearded dragon takes up much less space than a dog or cat and is much less messy. I have composed a


32. After You Get Your New Puppy Home
    
    
    Now that you have got your new puppy home this is where the real work starts. First on the list is house training, as puppy’s can make a lot of mess. Just think of it like this are you willing to pick up puppy poo first thing in the morning. And I guess the answer to that is no, now I will lead you to a website that has the most amazing dog


33. Why ID Tags are really great ?
    
    
    Some people might jump the conclusion saying this is just another boring article about ID Tags. I can assure you it's not. ID Tags are one of the great inventions and it seems that they never get old. Maybe for some of us it's hard to believe, but they were worn at least as far back as ancient Sparta. An ID Tag is the informal name for the


34. Horse Breeds - The German Oldenburg
    
    
    The history of the Oldenburg horse dates back to the early 1600’s by achieving its name and fame through Europe’s Count Anton Günther von Oldenburg who was a renowned horseman and a great supporter of the breed. Three important events helped to shape the breed: the first stallion approved decreed by state lay in the year 1820 with the


35. The American Miniature Horse
    
    
    The breed of the American Miniature Horse is a result of nearly 400 years of selective breeding. Many historians believe that the Miniature Horse breed as a derivative of many horses. In prehistoric times small horse breeds were most likely the products of surviving harsh natural climates and limited feed. Today, knowledge of genetics has made the


36. Get the Right Training Equiptment for Your Dog
    
    
    Your dog needs training equiptment that is quiet and doesnt require a lot of hand movements. Your dog needs to be able to see what you want it to do without being destracted. The training equiptment will differ between breeds. Some dogs are more active, wile others are really quiet and docile. A dog will need to do a trick anywhere from


37. Golden Retriever - A Loving, Large Family Dog
    
    
    Golden Retrievers are a medium to medium/large dog breed. They reach a height between 20? to 24?. If a Golden Retriever could speak, they might say, ?What can I do for you?? They are born people pleasers from hunting to tricks to family pet. The Golden Retriever is AKC recognized with a coat color in varying shades of golden or cream with golden


38. Buying A Horse - Hints And Tips From 1751
    
    
    Having recently been lent an original copy of the ?Treatise on the Diseases of Horses? written by William Gibson, Surgeon, in 1751, it has been interesting to compare horse lore then to now. This article looks at one of the early chapters. Some pictures from the book are reproduced at http://www.limebrook.com/1751horselore.html Written in the old


39. Things to Think About Before Acquiring a Rabbit
    
    
    Rabbits have been popularly kept as pets in Western nations since the 1800s. Rabbits can adjust well to indoor life, and can even be litter box trained. Like all pets, rabbits need a considerable amount of care and attention. Often people purchase rabbits from a breeder. Many people prefer breeders under suspicion that some pet stores sell


40. Dog Training - Teaching Your Dog the Basics
    
    
    Dog training begins the minute you bring your new dog home. Whether your dog is a puppy or adult dog, you must always stay in control. Start with a good leash and a few basic commands. Introduce him slowly to the exterior and interior of your home while keeping him on a leash. By doing so, it will become easier to train your dog. The dog


41. Dog Training - Resolving Problems
    
    
    Consistent dog training commands are essential. The best-behaved dog is one that has had an owner who knows what they are doing. Some behavior problems are due to the type of breed you are dealing with; however, most behavior problems can be overcome if you know how. The dog training process takes time, patience, and ongoing affection. Dog


42. 10 Most Important Tips To Training Your Puppies
    
    
    All of us dream of parenting the perfect dog, a pup that is a CGC or canine good citizen and is well behaved and dependable at all times. Well dreams do come true if the training is done with care and dedication. Remember pups learn from day one and need to be taught what is right, what is wrong, and proper socialization. Pups are like children,


43. Choose The Right Vet, Your Pet’s Life Rests In His Hands
    
    
    One of the most crucial and important of decisions a pet-parent makes it that of choosing a vet. It is the vet who will understand your pet when he gets ill and care enough to practice what is now popular as preventive health care. Never choose a vet because he has a nice smile or a beautiful office or is cheap. Choose a vet who thinks about


44. Pets Help Heal
    
    
    Therapy dogs are dogs that are canine good citizens and are well trained and of a nature that is suitable for interaction with humans who are unwell. Studies have shown that interaction with pets and the special bonding it brings, helps the sick heal faster and trauma patients are known to come out of silence, grieving, or shock by interacting with


45. Dog Adoption Tips I Learned From My 2 Dogs
    
    
    There?s a hole in your life that only a dog can fill. You want a special dog, perhaps just a full-grown adult. Maybe your code of ethics calls for saving a dog?s life ? not buying an expensive purebred. I?m not a veterinarian or a dog trainer, but I?ve enjoyed two successful adoptions. Here are some tips I?ve picked up along the way. (1)


46. Belgian Malinois - Protector Of Home, Family And Livestock
    
    
    The Belgian Malinois is a medium/large size dog that weighs between 40-80 lbs and is between 22" to 26" in height. Their name is pronounced MAL-in-wah. They are one of four Belgian Sheepdogs and are very work oriented and are protective of home, family and livestock. The AKC recognizes the Belgian Malinois in the colors of fawn to mahogany to red


47. Bearded Collie - Great For The Family
    
    
    The Bearded Collie is a medium sized dog that weighs between 40-58 pounds. They are 20" to 22" in height. Their abundant hair gives the impression that they are larger than they actually are. They have a happy, friendly nature and are not watch dogs in any way as they are friendly with all that they meet. Recognized by the AKC, the acceptable