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Anyone who has pets will relate that often, the majority of pet lovers come in two varieties: cat people and dog people. Of course, there are the lucky ones who can love both equally, but they will be the first to tell anyone that dogs and cats are very different animals, with very different temperaments, personalities, and tastes. For instance, dogs are generally known for being loyal, openly affectionate, and protective, while cats are mostly independent, mildly playful, and sleepy.
In many cases, young to middle-aged dogs can be jumpy, clumsy and loud; although an active feline may be just as rambunctious, if not more so. Each animal comes with its own challenges, so when a person with particular liking for one finds themselves in the company of the other, it may call for a higher degree of patience and tolerance to understand and befriend the furry new member of the family.
First, if the new pet is a puppy or kitten, the main challenge is to prepare the home just as any family does when expecting a baby, which means ensuring the little one’s environment is as safe for them as possible, and making sure all necessary supplies are on hand. Puppies can be exceptionally playful from a very young age, so an appropriate dog toy will be helpful in keeping them entertained, as well as deterring them from engaging objects in their surroundings, which they should never be playing with.
Likewise, for kittens, a variety of scratching posts or carpets can play an important role in keeping the kitten’s claws away from an ill-fated couch or favorite pair of shoes. If the pet will be spending any time outdoors on a regular basis, it is a good idea to purchase or create a shelter to protect the animal from the elements and extreme weather.
Dog houses are also excellent for giving a puppy a sense of ownership, even privacy if they seek it. Dog houses may even make great shelters for cats as well, as long as the dog does not mind sharing the space. Finally, it is important to make sure that the new pet has the best choice for food available to them, ensuring a healthy diet that is appropriate for their age and activity level.
For years, Ralph Smith has been an avid lover of dogs, assisting many lost and abandoned animals find new homes, especially in light of the economic crisis that has left so many pets homeless. Ralph confesses to loving both cats and dogs equally while watching both play with a dog toy, but has kept company with fish, turtles, even parakeets, and so knows the importance of keeping all pets healthy and happy. For more information regarding dog houses and other helpful pet items, please call 1-800-367-3647. Article Source:http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/dog-toy-stops-animal-rampage-1286228.html
It is well known, cats have an absolutely amazing tongue that they use to keep their coat clean and beautiful. Sometimes, especially in what is called “the shedding season”, or for cats with very long or thick fur, your cats own efforts may need some help. Getting an occasional bath can remove a lot of loose hair, which spells less hairballs, and less cat hair on your “fur”niture. It also keeps mats and tangles at bay while keeping kitty looking magnificent.
Most groomers will bathe the cat and add some form of conditioner. But there are many other services a groomer will do. Many groomers offer haircuts for cats. Some will do an overall trim, while others do fancy cuts. Your cat can look like a lion, or, **cough** a poodle.
Plenty of cat owners send their cats to the groomer in order to get their claws trimmed, and in some cases there are cat owners who send their cats to the groomers with the express intent of getting the cats gussied up with nail polish on the claws and bows in the fur.
Needless to say, most cats do not enjoy this process whatsoever and will put up a fight every step of the way. After all, cats aren’t really sure what is happening when a groomer starts coming at them with water and soap, and so it’s only natural that the cats would react with fear and sometimes even with aggression.
You’ll need to find a groomer who is well versed in dealing with cats, because a dog groomer may not have the talent needed in order to finagle a cat into accepting this type of treatment. Before taking your cat to a groomer, ask about the groomer’s experience with cats and make sure that this won’t turn into a disaster. A groomer who is well versed in dealing with cats will know exactly what needs to be done and how a cat should be restrained in order to get the job done.
After you get your soft, sweet smelling cat back home she may be a bit miffed and feeling insecure. Don’t be surprised if she hides out for awhile. The beauty parlor experience can be a frightening experience for a cat.
While it is nice to get your cat groomed once in awhile, the fact is that most cats spend a whole lifetime without ever getting a bath. They are very efficient at keeping their “do” looking and smelling beautiful. If you have decided to take your cat to a groomer, expect to pay a bit of money and to pay restitution to your kitty when she comes home.
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Dog mange is a treatable disorder, and one that has many treatment options available for the dog, depending on the severity and the variety of the mange infestation. The most common mange treatment is the anti-mange wash.
This is a procedure that will take time to be effective, sometimes as long as six months, because the treatment can only be done once a month. The repeated treatments are done to make sure that the mange population is kept in check and that new ones that are hatched will also be eliminated.
On the first few treatments, the mange will look like it is getting worse, and there will be new red bumps on the dog’s skin where there weren’t any before. That’s because the medicine will penetrate the skin of the dog to reach the mites buried beneath the dog’s skin, and this will irritate the area. It will also be very uncomfortable for the dog as these mites start “emerging” from their burrows.
You should also expect that the dog will seem lethargic after each treatment. The mange bath medication can be quite strong and the dog will be inhaling it during the treatment sessions. You will also have to bear with the smell of the medication because you can’t give your dog a bath after the mange wash.
Try to prevent the dog from licking at his chops after the treatment. Some of the mange wash medication will be ingested by the dog that way. Though it will not kill your dog, it will definitely give him a stomach upset. Also, keep him from scratching because this may cause wounds. If your dog has wounds, he will not be given the treatment wash, and this will prolong the process of him getting better.
Remember that the mange washes will only get rid of the mites that are on the dog and not his surroundings. That’s why you should isolate the dog and wash the beddings that he has used. Other dogs can catch it by just coming in contact with something that and infected dog has lain in. Worse, there are some types of mites that can live in a human’s skin as well.
The treatments can get quite expensive, but if your dog needs a series of baths, you may be able to work out a payment plan with your vet.
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