Pet Gazette

There are families that have had pets for many years. These pets are like members of the family to them. The thought of anything bad happening to their beloved pets terrifies them. They do any and everything to protect them.

A few years ago there was a major hurricane that hit Louisiana and caused major destruction. People were forced to relocate from their homes and many were not allowed to bring their pets. The animals were left to fend for Read the rest of this entry »

When you have a cute little dog running around you may be so excited at first. You will just want to love and pet it constantly. Everything it does is just the cutest thing you have ever seen and you will not want to tell it no. Eventually that adorable little puppy may turn into a little monster if you don’t reprimand him from the beginning. You can not let a puppy do whatever they want just because they are Read the rest of this entry »

Potty training a puppy can sometimes be quite difficult. Certain breeds of dogs are harder to potty train than others. Before purchasing a dog it is important to find out how often they need to go outside to go potty. If you can not take them as often as they need you may need to install a doggy door or hire a dog walker.

When you first get a new dog you need to start potty training immediately. There are Read the rest of this entry »

Breaking up a dog fight can prove to be unsafe for most people, even wearing your best brooks running shoes you will probably not be able to outrun an angry dog. Once two dogs are in fighting mode, their main goal is survival. An instinctive way to protective themselves is by using a series of quick bites and movements. You should never be caught between the two dogs, but if you absolutely must break up a fight - get another Read the rest of this entry »

Like all animals, your pet hamster needs a balance between diet and exercise in order to keep it healthy and happy. Feeding your hamster treats may make him happy, but it will definitely not help his health. But this doesn’t mean you can’t give your hamster treats, it just means you have to create a balance between treats and exercise.

The most common form of exercise for your pet hamster is the infamous hamster wheel. This is a great way Read the rest of this entry »

Training your dog to come when he is called can be an arduous task, but with a little bit of effort on your part will see the training go smoothly. Here is a step by step approach to training your dog to come.

1. Offer treats. When your dog makes progress in the training, you should always offer him a nice treat. This could be in the form of his favourite snack or even his favourite toy. Either way, make Read the rest of this entry »

Bringing home a puppy is no different than bringing home an infant. You still need to prepare your house and make sure it is safe and comfortable. You want to be sure the puppy’s transition is a smooth one.

Before you bring your new pup home, you should ask some important questions to it’s breeder such as what it’s temperament is like, what it’s feeding schedule is and what type of food it is used to eating. Be sure to Read the rest of this entry »

Pets are a huge part of society. There are many different animals that people have deemed as pets such as dogs, cats, hamsters, snakes, and fish. Pets serve people in many ways. They can offer protection, companionship, and a sense of responsibility. Just ask anyone working at Locum vet jobs, and they will tell you how attached owners really are to their furry friends.

Often when people get dogs they are for protection. There are many stories of dogs Read the rest of this entry »

Dressing up your pet poodle serves to make your beloved pet look cute but also serves a useful function: clothes can help make your poodle cool in the summer or warm in the winter. But keep in mind that most animals, including poodles, do not enjoy wearing clothes at first and they will need to become accustomed to it. Here are five important tips when you are dressing up your pet poodle to avoid creating more jobs for vets where Read the rest of this entry »

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.

Getting your dog to enjoy Read the rest of this entry »