Many people suffer from pet allergies and yet they own a pet. All animals we keep as a pet including cats, dogs, hamsters, birds and ferrets give off the dander. Contrary to common belief, it is not pets’ hair that causes allergies, but specific proteins in the dander that some people are allergic to. Pet allergens can also be found in pet’s saliva and urine. Allergens are proteins, and therefore ubiquitous, easily airborne and tiny. Obviously, true animal lovers believe that benefits of animal companionship outweigh the hardship of allergic reactions. However, if you have a pet allergy and want to live comfortably with your furry companion, you should learn about allergies and allergy management and you should be willing to follow some practical and sensible rules. So, what can we do about it? (more…)
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Having a bird as your pet is such a joyful thing, when you have birds at home you need a cage for them. And I am sure you would like to know about decorating those cages with bird toys. Bird toys such as ladders are available in plenty of varieties in pet shops. These ladders can adorn the cages and also amuse the birds and make them feel at home. Many people love to have birds as their pets. They certainly need cages in order to keep the birds safe. And the birds have to be provided with toys if you want to keep them happy inside their cages. You should know that when you put the birds into the cages, you will be cutting them off from the natural environment, and also restricting their movement. These things can be compensated by keeping the birds into good cages and providing them with plenty of toys.
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Pet supply stores, supermarkets and online retailers offer many flea and thick treatment products. However, if you need to use some of those products, it is better to read the labels and to consult your pet’s veterinarian, because many of these products contain some ingredients that could harm both your pet and you. Safe, chemical free Flea and Tick prevention is, however possible and there are products like for example, pet protector – a metal disc that is charged with atom of scalar waves. Pet protector is designed for external use and it repels fleas and ticks, as well as other external parasites. Fleas and ticks should not be overlooked, because they cause a wide variety of problems in cats and dogs. (more…)
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Here is the situation! You are driving a car and you see a lonely dog on the side of the road. So, what is recommended to do in this situation? If you don’t have a heart to leave this animal alone, you have two options – to take it home or to the animal shelter. If you are not certain whether to help or keep an animal or not, think about what you would like the finders of your own pet to do if they happened to find him/her injured without a collar. Do not conclude that an animal must have been abandoned or neglected, because accidents can happen to anyone. (more…)
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When you have outdoor or indoor pets, it seems that pet doors are hugely convenient in most situations. If you have a dog pet and you think about installing a dog door, it is recommended to consider possible advantages and disadvantages before purchasing. Providing your furry companion with his/her own private entrance can really solve many problems, but there are always some cons to having dog doors installed. (more…)
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If you are willing to adopt and care for a pet bird, with some research, you can find the bird species that is perfect for you. You cannot just walk into a pet store and get the first bird that looks nice to you. On the contrary, you should look for basic facts about their behavior, health and living conditions. Pet forums might be the place to start your research, because you can read other owner’s experiences, impressions and advices. A finch is a bird pet lots of people choose to adopt because it requires minimal care. Even though finches are independent, there are also things you should do to provide your bird pet a long, healthy and happy life. (more…)
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