Animal Shelter Daily Pet Tip Archive

Pet Tips and Pet Information

When to Spay or Neuter

When to Spay or Neuter

There are plenty of dog owners which decide to spay or neuter their pets.

Some because they are not planning on having any puppies, some because it makes their life easier. It seems that a spayed Samoyed, for example, will not change their coat twice a year, but only once. For a Samoyed owner this is a blessing! For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Housebreaking Your New Puppy

Housebreaking Your New Puppy

Bringing a puppy into your home can be one of the most exciting experiences for you and your family. Puppies are cute and cuddly, and can bring lots of joy into your lives. But you should know that it is not all fun and games. Having a pup brings with it a lot of responsibilities. Among the things you need to provide for him are feeding, bathing, exercising, playing and going to the vet. But you not only have to take care of his or her wellbeing, you must also teach your new puppy how to behave in his new environment. This translates into a ton of training lessons. And amongst the most important ones is potty training, for more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Housebreaking Your New Puppy

Housebreaking Your New Puppy

Bringing a puppy into your home can be one of the most exciting experiences for you and your family. Puppies are cute and cuddly, and can bring lots of joy into your lives. But you should know that it is not all fun and games. Having a pup brings with it a lot of responsibilities. Among the things you need to provide for him are feeding, bathing, exercising, playing and going to the vet. But you not only have to take care of his or her wellbeing, you must also teach your new puppy how to behave in his new environment. This translates into a ton of training lessons. And amongst the most important ones is potty training. For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Best Cat Food For all Ages

Best Cat Food For all Ages

Choosing the appropriate cat food for your whiskered pet can turn out to be a true challenge, especially with the large variety of brands and ads available on the market. You wish your cat a long and healthy life by your side so you will spare no effort or money in the attempt of buying her or him the best food available. As with all products however, not all expensive food is not always the best. You can easily find an affordable and healthy meal that will provide all the nutrients necessary for the well-being of your cat. For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Pet Insurance and First Aid

Pet Insurance and First Aid

Many people do not really consider the medical expenses when having a dog, but fortunately a dog vet insurance policy will ensure that you keep your dog healthy and happy and, in the long term, it will save you a lot of money as well. For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Canine Dental Care

Canine Dental Care

Is your dog having bad breath? How well is he eating? Are his teeth white, or are they covered in brown tartar? Does he have mouth ulcers? Is drooling excessive? Is he irritable? How about lethargic? Does he have missing or loose teeth? If you answered yes to one or more of these question, then it is very likely that your pet?s dental health is not what it should be. Both this and his physical health are at stake. When you see these symptoms, don?t treat them lightly if you don?t want the problem to become severe. Just like in the case of humans, your dog?s dental health is a big deal! For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
ID Collars for Your Pet

ID Collars for Your Pet

There is actually no point in even wondering why a tag for your little furry friend is not only cool, but quite necessary: it is basically your pets safety net. Whether it is an elegant, sparkling tag from some place fancy, or maybe a homemade one carrying also all your love and affection with it, Pet ID tags are very recommended. For more information please visit our website at www.animalshelter.org ...Read More...
Litter Box Training and Types of Litter

Litter Box Training and Types of Litter

Training your cat to use the litter box isn?t a very difficult task. Cats can have very individualistic personalities, but that doesn?t mean they are undisciplined. This is especially true when it comes to hygiene. In fact, cats are some of the cleanest pets, and spend quite some time to take care of their hygiene. Still, some cats may be hard to potty train, and while it is easy for them to lay their waste the proper way outside, just like they did in the wild when they were undomesticated, doesn?t mean it will be so clean when it comes to peeing and pooping inside the house. Still, with a little patience and discipline, you can train even the most stubborn of cats. ...Read More...
Reading Pet Food Labels

Reading Pet Food Labels

Pet food labels are the key in providing a nutritious meal for your beloved pets. However, they can be difficult to decipher, especially if you are not a specialist in the field of animal nutrition. By reading the label prior to buying the food, you can determine the most appropriate food for your dog in terms of nutrients and food quality. ...Read More...
What to feed your dog

What to feed your dog

Knowing how to properly feed your dog isn?t NASA material, but you?d be surprised on how many dog owners get it wrong. ...Read More...