Author: Joseph Abbott
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How to Stop a Dog from Chasing Cars?
A dog that like to chase cars can be a hazard to itself and others on the road. In many dogs, chasing and/or herding is a natural inclination, and a moving car presents the perfect target for them to exercise the instincts for which they were bred. Some dogs have such a high desire to…
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How to Stop a Dog from Eating Rocks
Dogs, especially puppies, display seemingly odd behavior; however, with a bit of background information and the odd behavior becomes less so. One such unusual activity is the tendency of some puppies or adult dogs to gnaw on or eat rocks. Unlike some other unusual behavior, eating rocks can be a serious health risk, so it…
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How to Stop a Kitten from Biting?
Cats are hunters, and as such, they will stalk, and attempt to capture prey, but before they can graduate to that level of activity, they hone their skills by playing and exploring while they are just little kittens. The instinctive prey drive is very strong in cats, and, of course, kittens, and just because today’s…
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Why Do Cats Dislike Water?
There are many theories about why cats dislike water, but there is no definitive answer to the question. The theories are based on reasonable assumptions; however, there is no conclusive answer. So what are some of the explanations for the aversion cats show towards water? Genetics & Instinct: The ancestors of the domesticated cat lived…
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How to Stop Your Dog from Chasing Cats?
Chasing cats can be a problem, especially if it is your own cat that is being chased by your pooch. Whether your dog chases your household cat(s) or the ones around the neighborhood when on walks, it is a behavior that needs to be addressed, as it can be problematic—it could injure your cat (or…
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Hiking with Your Dog
When hiking with your dog there are some things you should keep in mind and eventualities for which you need to prepare. A hike with your dog can be a highly rewarding, and fun experience for both you and her; however, if you go in unprepared, the results could be at best unpleasant. So, how…
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How to Get Dogs to Stop Digging
If you have a dog, there is a good chance that at some point or another you have had one or more holes in your yard, courtesy of your canine companion. Digging is not unusual behavior, but it can be indicative of an issue. Your dog may be digging because he is trying to burry…
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How to Stop a Kitten from Eating Cat Litter?
If you have encountered a situation where your kitten has taken to eating the cat litter, there are several reasons why this might be happening. Kittens (and cats) are naturally curious and inquisitive, and will go in search of new sights, sounds, scents, and experiences. They will also eat a variety of things to find…
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How Often Should You Feed Your Dog?
Getting used to a dog’s eating habits can be difficult for new owners. Unlike people, dogs don’t’ have a complicated eating regiment, and this difference between humans and dogs can cause new dog owners to overfeed their pet which can results in a variety of complications, the most obvious of which would be excessive weight…
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How Often Should You Feed Your Cat?
Like many other questions, when it comes to pet care, the answer will vary due to a variety of factors. Some breeds, for example, do best when eating several small meals, while others may do best with a single meal. So let’s review the different factors that should be taken into consideration when feeding your…