Pet Gazette

Most dogs love nothing more than to go for a long car ride. Even the mention of a car ride can make a dog lose control from such an exciting plan. But if you own a dog that is afraid of going into a car, for one reason or another, there are ways to train your dog, and maybe one day he’ll actually look forward to it as much as going for his daily walk.

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Most people believe that only cats can be trained to use a litter box, but in reality, a rabbit can also be trained, although they are not as intelligent as a cat. Training your bunny to use a litter box is also much more difficult to do than to train a cat. But if you are sick of picking up little pellets from the floor every day, training your bunny to use a litter box may be a good idea.

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Many dog owners tend to forget that dogs do not have the same digestive abilities of humans, and because of this, some foods are rather dangerous for your pet. Should your dog ingest any one of these foods, immediately contact your vet. These foods can be extremely dangerous for your beloved pet, and could very well result in death. Here are the top 5 foods not to give your dog:

1. Chocolate. This is notoriously dangerous for a dog, and Read the rest of this entry »

A dog is a lot like a child: they constantly need attention, or they show signs of unhappiness. The success of keeping your dog happy is based on the amount of attention you give him. A lonely dog is a sad dog.

The best way to give your dog attention is to play with him/her. Any kind of toy, either a plush toy with which you can play fetch, or a chew toy with which you can play tug-o-war. Keeping Read the rest of this entry »

So many people don’t know how to match their life-style with the suitable breed of dog. Instead of looking at the practical facts—such as breeding background, character traits etc—some people find themselves gravitating towards dogs which they grew up with, or dogs which they have seen on TV and think look like ‘their kind of dog’.

Here is the thing: just because a dog is large doesn’t mean it needs walking a lot every day. Take the Greyhound for example; Read the rest of this entry »

So you’ve got a brand new dog, that’s great! But hold on. Before you go letting your dog off the lead there are a few things you need to look out for. Many owners, especially if they haven’t had a dog before, need to be aware of the numerous dangerous things which are hanging around in the house and in the garden. Here are some things to consider if you’ve just got a dog or are new to the game:

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More than one-third of the world’s population love dogs. These lovable canines have been part of a lot of households across countries. However, the unfathomable fact is that a lot of pet owners do not have the time to look after the welfare of their pets all day as they have a lot of other work to do. Although there are people who are into dog-sharing, still a lot of pet owners do not agree to this type of agreement Read the rest of this entry »

Greyhounds have to be one of the most overlooked breeds of dog, for obvious reasons; bred solely for the purpose of racing, many people are surprised to learn that greyhounds actually make a fantastic pet, as good and affectionate as any other.

Like any dog, Greyhounds are prone to a number of specific traits—many of which are the direct result of a life spent living in kennels with a number of other dogs (usually from the same litter).

Here are some useful tips about re-homing a greyhound and acquainting it with your family and home:

1) Greyhounds are not used to human interaction: having been brought up without seeing any humans other than those who look after them, Greyhounds often require several months to get used to being around humans all the time; dogs may vent their angst in a number of ways, but the important thing to remember is that they’ll come around eventually, usually finding that they prefer human interaction over that with dogs.

2) Having been confined to kennels, Greyhounds, generally speaking, have never seen a home before either. Subsequently they are unfamiliar with everything inside it: washing machines, televisions and large objects may be a terrifying new thing at first, but most animals come around very quickly, providing they are treated with love and affection.

3) Greyhounds love to play as much as run! Odd as that may sound, it’s true; they are also very possessive animals, and very often unusually curious about anything that looks to be fun. Greyhounds are also notorious thieves, so keep any important belongings out of harms way.

4) The one advantage that Greyhounds have over other breeds is that they are very used to discipline and routine. Providing a regular routine and feeding time is adhered too, there is no reason why they can’t be perfectly settles in a number of weeks.

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We are all a little sentimental when it comes to our pets. Their unassuming and limitless love brightens up our days. And yet when it comes to pet insurance many of us don’t think it so very necessary.

Why is pet insurance needed?

We hope that our pets will remain healthy forever, yet no one can predict the future. An accident, an illness or even in the case of theft, pet insurance comes as a welcome helping hand. Just putting Read the rest of this entry »

Typically, cats are well groomed animals because they are constantly cleaning themselves. There are some responsibilities on your part as being a cat owner that you can do to help keep your cat’s fur healthy and clean.

Brush your cat’s fur on a daily basis. Most cats enjoy this process, but go slow at first if it is your cat’s first time. This will remove any loose hair that could turn into hairballs and will be some extra bonding time Read the rest of this entry »