http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 05:54:34 -0700 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:57:32 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Thanksgiving-safety-tips-for-your-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner Thanksgiving safety tips for your pet pals Pets won’t be so thankful if they munch on undercooked turkey or a pet-unfriendly floral arrangement, or if they stumble upon an unattended alcoholic drink. Talkin’ Turkey If yo... pet safety animal care Cats general information tips dogs Household pets Celebrating food pet care Safety Holiday tips Thanksgiving Sat, 21 Nov 2009 21:57:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d21-Thanksgiving-safety-tips-for-your-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Protect-your-pets-during-the-cold-months?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner Help your pets remain happy and healthy during the colder months by following these simple guidelines. Don't leave dogs outdoors when the temperature drops. Most dogs, and all cats, are safer indoors, except when taken out for exercise. ... pet safety animal care Cats Animal body language general information tips dogs Household pets supplies pet care animal welfare animals Safety Holiday tips pet care in winter supplies for pets in winter Sun, 08 Nov 2009 03:51:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d8-Protect-your-pets-during-the-cold-months?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Fall-hiking-and-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner Looking to escape for a wilderness hike? Don't forget your pooch! Dogs love to explore our country's vast natural resources as much their two-legged counterparts—not to mention, hiking is great exercise for all. But remember, a hikin... pet safety animal care when to go to the vet general information behavior tips animal exercise dogs poision plants plants pet id vet pet skin problems leash training pet care signs in pets animals hiking with pets Sun, 01 Nov 2009 01:03:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m11d1-Fall-hiking-and-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Halloween-and-your-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner  Halloween is full of fun things for you and your family to enjoy, but it's one of those holidays that is enjoyed more by people than by pets.Keep the following in mind when prepping for the festivities and help ensure that your pet—h... animal care Cats general information tips dogs Household pets pet id treats Pet saftey fear animals Pets Halloween Safety Holiday tips Fri, 02 Oct 2009 18:08:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m10d2-Halloween-and-your-pet-pals?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d30-101-Animal-Welfare-vs-Animal-Rights--whats-the-difference?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner  Today I thought I'd change things up a bit and clear up some common misunderstanings between a person that stands for Animal Welfare and someone that stands for Animal Rights. Hope you enjoy the article and maybe learn a thing or two.Animal Wel... animal care Cats general information tips dogs save animal rights animal welfare animals Thu, 01 Oct 2009 00:42:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d30-101-Animal-Welfare-vs-Animal-Rights--whats-the-difference?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Help-for-pet-health-care-costs?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Help for pet health care costs Many pet owners, at one point or another, are faced with unexpected vet bills. Vet medicine has advanced to such a degree that caregivers have new, and often expensive, options for the care of thei... pet safety animal care Animal body language when to go to the vet general information behavior tips cutting costs for pets vet vet problems pet care animal costs vet costs web sites for cheaper vet care save Mon, 28 Sep 2009 19:27:20 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d28-Help-for-pet-health-care-costs?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Myths-and-facts-of-spayingneutering?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner  MYTH: My pet will get fat and lazy.FACT: The truth is that most pets get fat and lazy because their owners feed them too much and don't give them enough exercise.MYTH: It's better to have one litter first.FACT: Medical evidence indicates just t... pet safety animal care when to go to the vet general information behavior tips spaying neutering Obesity in animals animal exercise cutting costs for pets bad behavior puppy vet pet care puppy litters aggression in cats myths and facts about pets breedin Fri, 25 Sep 2009 17:57:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d25-Myths-and-facts-of-spayingneutering?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Pettinginduced-aggression-in-cats-and-why-it-happens?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Petting-Induced aggressionCats vary in how much they like to be petted and held. Some cats enjoy it immensely, some tolerate it, and some put up with only small amounts before they let you know it’s enough. Since they can’t sa... pet safety Cats Animal body language general information behavior tips kittens teaching training Household cats treats pet care behavior issues activity in cats petting aggression in cats Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:46:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d21-Pettinginduced-aggression-in-cats-and-why-it-happens?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Pet-Care-101--Picking-a-puppy-from-a-litter-and-what-to-look-for?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner I These guidelines are to help you choose puppies between 6 and 12 weeks old. They should help you to select a puppy that shows good potential for developing into a wonderful pet pal. When choosing a puppy from a litter, feeling especially drawn... pet safety dogs body language Animal body language when to go to the vet general information behavior tips bad behavior puppy pet care signs in pets behavior issues picking a puppy from a litter puppy litters Wed, 16 Sep 2009 18:45:49 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d16-Pet-Care-101--Picking-a-puppy-from-a-litter-and-what-to-look-for?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Pet-Care-101-Ringworm-what-is-it-and-how-to-be-rid-of-it?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner Ringworm on cat and on a person Ringworm affects dogs, cats, people, rodents, rabbits, and other mammals.What is it?Ringworm is a fungal infection of the skin. Worms are not involved in ringworm infections (a small whew there but not much). &nbs... pet safety animal care Cats checkups at home when to go to the vet general information tips dogs kittens Household pets rabbits puppy supplies vet books on pets pet skin problems pet care signs in pets ringworm Mon, 14 Sep 2009 19:03:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d14-Pet-Care-101-Ringworm-what-is-it-and-how-to-be-rid-of-it?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d7-Dog-paws-and-the-best-way-to-trim-them-without-fear?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   So a few weeks back I covered nail care for cats and kittens. This is for trimming your pup's nails. Trimming nails is an important part of care for your dog. Although not all dogs need their nails trimmed because they wear them down natu... pet safety animal care Animal body language Grooming when to go to the vet general information behavior tips animal exercise dogs training supplies pet care trimming dog paws fear Mon, 07 Sep 2009 21:19:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d7-Dog-paws-and-the-best-way-to-trim-them-without-fear?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Nighttime-catskittens-activity-levels?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Cats are known for sleeping long hours, but when they’re not snoozing, they can be very active. Those periods of activity often happen during the night. If your cat attempts to wake you after you’ve gone to bed, he may want to... pet safety Cats when to go to the vet general information tips animal exercise kittens meow bad behavior training Household cats food pet care behavior issues howling activity in cats play time nighttime Fri, 04 Sep 2009 22:31:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d4-Nighttime-catskittens-activity-levels?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d1-Some-interesting-pet-pal-stats?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Pet pal stats·      About 60 percent of all households in the United States have a pet. (Source: American Veterinary Medical Association)·      About 60 million dogs and abou... Cats when to go to the vet general information spaying neutering dogs kittens Household pets pet id puppy food supplies vet pet care Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:07:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m9d1-Some-interesting-pet-pal-stats?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Dogs-howling-why-they-do-it-and-what-to-do?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Howling Howling is one of many forms of vocal communication used by dogs. Dogs howl to attract attention, to make contact with others and to announce their presence. Some dogs also howl in response to high-pitched sounds, such as emergenc... animal care when to go to the vet general information barking behavior tips dogs teaching bad behavior pet care signs in pets dogs howling behavior issues howling Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:33:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d28-Dogs-howling-why-they-do-it-and-what-to-do?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Introductions-please-How-to-introduce-a-cat-and-dog-for-the-1st-time?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   I brought home a kitten yesterday and it made me think about the basics of introduction of other “fur members” of the family. Needless to say I thought this might be helpful for others as well. Many dogs and cats get along ver... pet safety animal care dogs body language Cats Animal body language general information behavior tips dogs teaching bad behavior training Household pets treats clicker training animals that attack pets leashes trimming cat claws claws introduction cat an Tue, 25 Aug 2009 18:30:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d25-Introductions-please-How-to-introduce-a-cat-and-dog-for-the-1st-time?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d23-Happy-and-not-so-happy-dogs-and-car-rides?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Most dogs are thrilled to go for a ride in the car. Leaping in willingly, they either settle down for a nap, race back and forth barking at every passing car or pedestrian, or gaze out the window, sniffing the air and thinking of  fu... animal care dogs body language Animal body language when to go to the vet general information behavior tips travel with pets crates harness teaching training puppy supplies Pet saftey signs in pets car rides with dogs fear of being in car Sun, 23 Aug 2009 22:49:18 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d23-Happy-and-not-so-happy-dogs-and-car-rides?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d20-101-Pet-care-How-to-trim-your-cats-claws?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   A cat and her clawsA cat’s claws are a major part of who she is. Cats are exceptional hunters, excellent climbers and specialists in personal defense, thanks in great part to their unique extendable claws. They also use their claws ... pet safety animal care Cats Animal body language Grooming general information tips declawing cat posts treats pet care trimming cat claws claws Thu, 20 Aug 2009 20:01:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d20-101-Pet-care-How-to-trim-your-cats-claws?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Finding-a-pet-sitter-that-is-best-for-you-and-your-pet?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Pet sitters do much more than provide a pet with food and water while their guardian is away from home. A good pet sitter also spends quality time with the animal, gives them exercise and knows how to tell if they... pet safety animal care general information tips Household pets supplies vet pet care pet sitter certificates vaction without pet Tue, 18 Aug 2009 22:07:44 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d18-Finding-a-pet-sitter-that-is-best-for-you-and-your-pet?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d15-101-Pet-care-Caring-for-your-older-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   Even though your pet may be slowing down, there is no reason the older years can't be some of the best years. With regular vet attention, daily care and proper nutrition, your older pets can still experience a happy and healthy life. When... animal care Animal body language Grooming checkups at home when to go to the vet general information barking behavior tips animal exercise food vet pet skin problems older pets pet care signs in pets Sat, 15 Aug 2009 15:21:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d15-101-Pet-care-Caring-for-your-older-pets?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d11-101-Walking-your-pet-pal-on-a-leash-and-tips-to-help?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner   New pet parent? Have a puppy that can’t stop pulling? Want some tricks to keep them on task? Or perhaps you’re already an old pro but want to make your outdoor time more fun for both you and your dog.  Follow these t... pet safety general information behavior tips jumping dog animal exercise dogs garden and animals teaching bad behavior training puppy treats clicker training prevent allergies leashes leash training Tue, 11 Aug 2009 17:51:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-7745-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner~y2009m8d11-101-Walking-your-pet-pal-on-a-leash-and-tips-to-help?cid=exrss-LA-Pet-Care-Examiner