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Archive for August, 2008

Aug 31 2008

African Grey Parrot Breeder: Learning From Behavior Experts is a Big Help

Published by Author under Birds, Parrots

When it concerns the African Grey parrot, these are very exciting times for their breeding and in fact, the methods being used by today’s African grey parrot breeder are quite diverse which has made even the smaller African Grey parrot breeders enter the business and do a great job of breeding the African Grey parrot [...]

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Aug 31 2008

How to Groom Your Chinchilla Properly

Published by Author under Chinchillas

Chinchilla dust allows your pet to stay clean.  If they were still living in the Andes Mountains, they would have to use volcanic ash to stay clean.  Oils and dirt stay in your pet’s coat because of the dust.  The dust then causes the oil and dirt to be released from your pet.  This is [...]

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Aug 31 2008

What is a Good Large Domestic Cat Breed?

Published by Author under Cats

One of the best options for a large domestic cat breed is the Jaguarundis. This is certainly not the only large domestic cat breed but definitely one of the best, and they are very unique. They do not look like little jaguars, as they have small heads with low set ears, a long flat tail [...]

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Aug 30 2008

How Much Do Ferrets Cost?

Published by Author under Ferrets

This question has been frequently asked by interested parties who are considering getting a pet ferret. But there are actually many possible answers to this question, depending on which angle you choose to see it. There are various price quotes for ferrets these days, but the most reliable would be one that will come in [...]

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Aug 29 2008

How To Evaluate A Quaker Parrots For Sale Advertisement

Published by Author under Birds, Parrots

The most commonly seen advertisements with regard to buying of Quaker parrots are those short ads that say “Quaker parrots for sale”. In fact, such advertisements are very appealing, especially to those who wish to bring home a Quaker parrot as their first pet, though before you evaluate a Quaker parrot for sale, you would [...]

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Aug 29 2008

A Primer on How Ferrets Respond to Their Environment

Published by Author under Ferrets

How do ferrets respond to their environment? This is a typical question ferret owners are frequently confronted with especially when they are getting used to caring for their furry friend. There is no easy answer as to how ferrets respond to their environment, but there are several familiar scenarios that can help you get an [...]

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Aug 29 2008

An Experienced Vet is Worth the Search

Published by Author under Chinchillas

Establishing a good working relationship with a veterinarian can be a challenge for any pet owner, but is a special challenge for the exotic pet owner. The exotic pet owner must find a vet who is willing to see their pet, knows something about their pet, and has the facilities, equipment and materials to treat [...]

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Aug 28 2008

Think Twice Before Taking Your Pooch to a Picnic

Published by Author under Dog Care, Dogs, Pets in General

This scenario plays out everywhere. You’re about to head out to a picnic or other outdoor gathering and you know that dog of yours loves going to the park. It can be difficult to leave a beloved pet at home. However, before you melt and reach for the leash when the dog looks at you [...]

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Aug 28 2008

Finding an Exotic Cat Breed

Published by Author under Cats

If you are interested in getting an exotic cat breed, the first thing you are going to need to do is learn about the different exotic breeds that are out there, large domestic cat breed and other, and then use a few tips to help you determine which particular exotic cat breed is going to [...]

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Aug 27 2008

Guinea Pigs - Vet Care for Your Cavy

Published by Author under Guinea Pigs

Guinea pigs are not the most robust of animals. As such, they can succumb to an illness more quickly than many other species. Veterinary care should be sought more readily than it might be for cats, for example.
But vets see many more cats than guinea pigs. This is a combination of the practice of simply [...]

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Aug 27 2008

Parrot Nutrition Should Provide Your Pet With All Of Its Energy Requirements

Published by Author under Birds, Parrots

One of the more important aspects to keeping a pet parrot properly fed is dealing with parrot nutrition, though before you press the panic button at the mere mention of parrot nutrition, you need to remember to stay calm and instead follow advice of those who are experts in the subject and who will be [...]

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Aug 27 2008

The Tools Of Labrador Dog Training

Published by Author under Dog Breeds, Labradors

Labrador dog training can be a difficult task but has many rewards for the dog owner if the training is completed successfully. Labrador dogs are some of the smartest, most loyal, most loving animals on the planet and make excellent companions for people of all ages. Labrador dogs are commonly trained to [...]

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Aug 27 2008

How To Discipline Your Pet Chinchilla

Published by Author under Chinchillas

When you want to discipline your chinchilla, you have to be mindful of how you do it.  Please note that they are not responsive when you verbally berate, hit, or smack them in anger.  The physical actions can result in wounds and abscessing.  The physical actions don’t serve a purpose because your pet already has [...]

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Aug 26 2008

Cabbit: New Cat Breed?

Published by Author under Cats

Lately there has been some discussion on the possibility of a cabbit, a new cat breed. This would definitely be quite the exotic cat breed, but the question that many people have is – does it really exist?

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The fact is, the cabbit, which is considered by some as being the new cat breed, is [...]

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Aug 25 2008

Intelligence Mixed With Emotions Makes African Grey Parrot Behavior Very Enjoyable

Published by Author under Birds, Parrots

The African Grey parrot is a most sought after pet parrot, and even though they may not always be suited for each and every pet owner, those who can rear and keep them will never have a thing to complain about. An African Grey parrot is not like other parrots and so keeping in mind [...]

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Aug 25 2008

Labrador Puppy Training For A Successful Household Pet

Published by Author under Dog Breeds, Labradors

Labrador puppies are some of the most adorable puppies in the world and many people choose them to enter their home and be their pet. Labrador puppies are bigger than the puppies of other breeds of dog, so they can cause a great deal of damage to the home if they are not [...]

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Aug 25 2008

Buying Your First Ferret

Published by Author under Ferrets

If you want to own a ferret, you will probably have more luck buying them from a breeder or a shelter instead of the pet store. This is because it takes some effort to care for these animals especially since they need constant attention.
For those who happen to find a breeder using either the newspaper [...]

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Aug 24 2008

Top Different Cat Breed Ideas

Published by Author under Cats

If you want to get a new cat breed but are unsure of which to opt for, the first step is going to be for you to learn about the different cat breed options that are out there. There are actually hundreds of different cat breed types for you to choose from, but a few [...]

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Aug 23 2008

Blue Quaker Parrots Are an Excellent Choice for First-Time Pet Owners

Published by Author under Birds, Parrots

There no doubts the fact parrots are among the most loyal and entertaining as well as fun-loving of all pets and that is why over the recent past and regardless of their colors the parrot has become a most favored pet that is actually also readily available because of the fact that it is found [...]

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Aug 23 2008

Top Natural Dry Dog Foods

Published by Author under Dog Food

Your dog will remain healthy and strong if the dog is fed with proper food. Carelessness in giving the right food may lead to a disaster. A variety of natural dry dog foods are available that can maintain the health of your dog. If you want to give your dog a real good meal then [...]

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