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Doga: Yoga for Dogs

Dog lovers can figure out ways to involve their canines in just about every sort of physical activity. Dog lovers and yoga lovers certainly have - with doga.
Dog Boarding

If your dog needs a lot of socialization, or if you're going to be away for a long time, consider a boarding kennel.
Essential Dog Supplies for Your New Dog

If you're shopping for dog supplies for a new dog, it's easy to become overwhelmed or go overboard on new purchases.
Caring for the Canine Surgical Patient

Dogs have surgery more often than you might think. A dog might start its life by being spayed or neutered and surgery is common for dental issues, hip dysplasia and other dog illnesses.
Age-Appropriate Puppy Exercise

Thinking about going on an active outing with your pup? Puppy exercise is important, but you have to consider the age of your pooch when taking him/her out for an activity.
Pet Airline Travel Weather Restrictions

If you're traveling during the warmest or coldest months of the year, or into a particularly hot or cold location (Phoenix? Alaska?), you may not be able to travel with your pet on an airplane
Dog Toy Safety

Dog toys can and should be a part of your pet's daily life, but it's important to consider the safety issues surrounding a dog's playtime. Here are some guidelines for keeping your beloved canine out of harm's way.
Exercise for Dogs with Hip Dysplasia

Unfortunately, hip dysplasia is a common occurrence in a number of dog breeds. Hip dysplasia involves the thickening of the bone at the hip joint when the femoral head angles outward.
Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Cat

In a perfect world, cats would love to have their teeth brushed and cat dental care would be a snap. However, most full grown cats aren't at all interested in allowing their "humans" to brush their teeth, even though it's a necessary part of cat health care. To get your cat comfortable with proper dental care, follow these quick tips:
Inappropriate Chewing

Chewing is normal for pets, especially puppies and kittens. Some pets will have a strong chewing drive throughout their lives, while others will settle down once they reach full adulthood.
Dogs and Small Children

A dog can be a kid's best friend, but be aware that not all dogs will get along well with children, and not all children will get along well with dogs.
Cat Food- Are Premium Brands Worth the Price?

Chances are, your vet's office carries at least one premium cat food brand that is recommended for your cat.
Do It Yourself Pet Grooming

If you're devoted to grooming your cat on a frequent basis, you'll need to arm yourself with the proper cat grooming tools. Here is a comprehensive list of cat-grooming tools available that you may need:
The Top 5 Presidential Pets

These First Pets were loved by America and in some cases even influenced the course of history. Did your favorite White House pet make the list?
Dogs That Shed Very Little

If you love dogs, but you can't stand to have the constant mess of fur littering your floor, it's definitely worthwhile to take a look at some of the dogs that shed very little.
Cat Training Aids

If your cat behavior problems include ankle biting, your cat may have predatory aggression. In other words, your cat is not getting enough play and exercise to simulate their hunting activities in the wild. Your cat doesn't have very many moving options inside the house so they go for your ankles. But, you can discourage these cat behavior problems with these tips: · When your cat attacks or bites your ankles, give them an appropriate toy to play with, like a mouse on a string. This will simulate the experiences they would have if they were hunting in the wild. · Fishing line toys that you reel in are also an excellent choice. Some people simply tie a toy onto a piece of string, and then tie the string to their belt, dragging the toy along behind them. · Often, just giving your cat enough play time and exercise will cure your cat of this and other cat behavior problems, so don't forget to play with them every day.
When Dogs Escape

It's much better for your dog to spend outdoor time in a fenced yard than tied out on a chain. But fences are not always foolproof -- and some dogs seem to view their yards as Alcatraz-like escape challenges.
The Five Basic Dog Commands

Whether you're training on your own or in a basic obedience class, your dog should learn five basic commands:
Cat Behavior: Kneading

If your cat behavior problems include ankle biting, your cat may have predatory aggression. In other words, your cat is not getting enough play and exercise to simulate their hunting activities in the wild. Your cat doesn't have very many moving options inside the house so they go for your ankles. But, you can discourage these cat behavior problems with these tips: · When your cat attacks or bites your ankles, give them an appropriate toy to play with, like a mouse on a string. This will simulate the experiences they would have if they were hunting in the wild. · Fishing line toys that you reel in are also an excellent choice. Some people simply tie a toy onto a piece of string, and then tie the string to their belt, dragging the toy along behind them. · Often, just giving your cat enough play time and exercise will cure your cat of this and other cat behavior problems, so don't forget to play with them every day.
Problem Barking

Dog barking is an instinctive behavior, used to communicate all sorts of messages, from "The house is on fire" to "I'm lonely."