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How to Find the Best Dog Beds for Large Dogs

If your dog is a large breed, he will benefit from a bed that’s designed to support his weight. Good dog beds also help prevent common joint issues, such as hip dysplasia and osteoarthritis.

But picking the best large dog bed can be difficult. Here are some tips to help you narrow your search.

1.   Try to Pick a Bed with a Solid Sheet of Memory Foam

When it comes to picking a bed, you want to find one that has a solid sheet of memory foam. These beds offer a combination of pressure-relieving comfort and firm support that can help your dog feel better throughout the day.

You should also avoid beds with a mix of shredded foam and cotton batting. These tend to be of inferior quality and will not last as long as a bed with a solid sheet of memory foam.

Memory foam conforms to the shape of your dog’s body and distributes their weight evenly. It is a great choice for older dogs and those with medical issues like arthritis or hip dysplasia.

In addition to a solid sheet of memory foam, you should consider a bed with an easy- to-clean cover. This is important because dogs often eat treats, vomit, pass gas, scratch, and wipe ointment on their beds.

2.   Look for Models That Offer Orthopedic Support

Whether you have a puppy or an older dog, orthopedic beds can help improve their comfort and overall quality of life. They take away painful pressure points, … Read More >>>

Jose Roberts by — August 10, 2022 in Dog Beds

Who Is That Charming Little Creature In My Chinchilla Cage?
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Considering all of the unique critters on the planet, which ones are the warmest, cutest, furriest, cuddliest, most entertaining and affectionate pets of all?  Well, I suppose if you ask ten different pet owners, you’ll likely get ten different answers. For me, it’s hard to beat the incredible little critter from high up in the Andes Mountains of South America, the chinchilla. And, that’s especially true of the adorable chinchilla baby. Chinchillas as pets were imported, or more likely smuggled into North America nearly a century ago, these adorable dynamos have evolved into one of the world’s most cherished pets.

The name chinchilla means “little chincha”, a name associated with the Chincha people of Peru, a group who relied heavily upon the once abundant rodent populations for both food and fur. Unfortunately, the arrival of Spanish conquistadors in the 16th century ushered in the eventual demise of the larger king chinchilla and the subsequent endangerment of the remainder of the entire wild species, as the chinchilla fur trade offered an irresistible opportunity for wealth.

Thankfully, that group of a dozen or so chinnies, who were discreetly transported to California at the turn of the century, are given credit, by some experts, as having propagated the entire population of North American chinchillas. Sadly, the numbers left behind in South America have struggled for survival and while they may be protected as an endangered species, the populations appear to lack the necessary growth to offer any substantial hope for the … Read More >>>

Jose Roberts by — March 13, 2019 in Dog Crates

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Housebreaking a Puppy Using a Large Dog Cage

First you should consider the size of a puppy will get. It is better to purchase your pet dog crate to suit your regular size puppy instead of buying multiple pet crates as your pup gets bigger. However if your dog is smaller than average your crate is larger it is just a good plan to limit the space inside the crate or your puppy, otherwise he might use one side for exploring bathroom as well as the opposite side for his cozy den area. You can buy your pet dog cage that accompany a divider which may be accustomed to separate the cage to make it smaller. If you don’t have a divider a piece of wood may be placed in the crate or it is possible to also employ some mesh screen. Then it is possible to simply move the wood or screen as your pup grows. This works a lot better than purchasing several pet crates that may add up to lots of money. When your pet is big enough you can completely get rid of the divider and present your pet full use of his dog cage.

– Do any of the dog potty training products really work

– While many of these products can be handy, they may be no replacement old-fashioned dog house training

– No quantity of gadgets will teach your dog to never make use of the bathroom in your house

– It is … Read More >>>

Roger Hoskins by — September 11, 2018 in Dog Crates

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If you reside in an location where mice and other rodents are a difficulty, here are a few guidelines you can use to discover a cat who will eagerly seek out such prey. This South American anteater is not listed on Maryland’s hugely inclusive list of banned animals, which involves raccoons, foxes, skunks, primates, felines other than domesticated cats, and alligators.

Puffers do not get along with many other fish, though tank mates consisting of bottom feeders may well do okay in some circumstances. Smaller fish will get promptly eaten by puffers, so the best choice for any other fish is going to be another puffer. The only situation then is you will need to have an even larger tank. He was taken to a neurologist where he was diagnosed with Hyrdocephalus, water on the brain. Thank goodness it is not a extreme case, he does not have seizures. I am fortunate enough to have a modest lake and two darling ducks. They are extremely friendly and either knock on the windows or stroll straight into the home when they are hungry. They make me smile every day. Deanna Tratensek , 30+ years of caring for a selection of pets plus a large fan of studying animals.

Ora L. – You all are awesome for everything you do for these individuals and their pets!! May GOD BLESS every … Read More >>>

Jose Roberts by — March 13, 2017 in Dog Beds

Pets & AnimalIn Victorian times, rat catchers would be hired to capture the rats that infested buildings and houses oftentimes, they would separate out the more attractive genetic mutations, breed these, and sell them back to the much more aristocratic houses as novelty pets Times haven’t changed a lot.

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I have had a property chicken Chick Chick for practically a year now. Folks consider we are crazy for possessing a chicken in the house but I always inform them she is by far the ideal pet I have ever had. She keeps me laughing all day. She is so sweet. We have a number of cats inside and out and they all get along. She sleeps in a dog kennel at night and spends most her day in the home with me. She loves being outside digging in the dirt. I very would advocate a home chicken. We plan to get a house rooster quickly.

Critical: Discover Dogs is a superb knowledge nevertheless, it is a tiring, noisy and hot environment with numerous folks, children … Read More >>>

Jose Roberts by — March 8, 2017 in Dog Collars