February-March 2006

 
"Oscar" by Ceri Lewis
   
 

MOMS IN THE YEAR OF DOG

Expecting a new baby (human that is) in the year of dog? We listed several suggestions made by HSUS that will help to make introducing your pet and baby safer and smoother for all. Be sure to carry out these changes months before the baby's arrival to best prepare your pet. In addition, here's some information on what it means to be a human born in the year of dog!

AMERICAN PITBULL TERRIER

There's no breed of dog in American more abused,maligned,and misrepresented than the American PitBull Terrier.There's no breed of dog more in need of our compassion;and in need of what should be the full force of our enduring sanctuary.But we've determined that they're not worthy of it

SAFE AT HOME

Considering how long we have been co-existing with canines, it’s amazing how much we don’t know.The average person struggles with the basics: teaching their pet where to eliminate, and how to behave in the house. When there’s a real problem, people rarely use their veterinarian as the intended first-line resource or consult a trainer...

NUTRITION & BEHAVIOR

Nutrition is a complex and integral part of your dog’s ability to think clearly, lower stress levels and a produce a calmer behavior. Hyper, unfocused and out of control dogs often are eating foods with high levels of cereal foods such as wheat, corn, and corn meal. In training dogs, the first thing I look at is the dog’s diet...


 
 
 

WATER: BASIS FOR LIFE

An animal can loose all of its fat and half of its protein and survive, but only a 10% loss of body water causes serious illness.There are many different factors that affect the needed intake of a dog, cat, puppy or kitten - so many that it is always wise to provide access to water at all times so that the animal can regulate its consumption as needed.

MUSIC VIDEOS!

If you want to be entertained and see the best music videos of the 2006, this is the right place to start! Oh, did we mention that dogs are the stars of the clips and yours can be too?!! If you wish to submit your own videos, please follow the instructions on the page!

aCUPUNCTURE & DOGS

Modern and holistic medicine are in fact the best complements to one another and should by all means, be used together, with the consent of both parties. Complementary medicine is above all preventative and works with the body to promote health and normal function. It does not interfere with medical drugs.

SECOND HAND SMOKE

A study at Colorado State found a higher incidence of nasal cavity tumors in dogs exposed to environmental tobacco smoke than in dogs that live in non-smoking households. This higher incidence was specifically found amongst long-nosed breed dogs such as Collies...


 
 
 
 


KIDS' CORNER

Play games and learn more about dogs.

LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Welcome to the third issue of Housepetmagazine.com. Happy new year of the dog and happy Valentine's day. We hope that you will enjoy the new issue!

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HOT HOT SHOPPING LIST!

Find the best selling items and must have necessities for your dogs. If you're wondering why some dogs smell better or look shinier, the answer might not be all in the genes!

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For those of you who enjoy taking their dogs out to party a little and meet other dog owners, here is the list to fun events as well as some legally run around free of the leash park locations in NEW YORK CITY >>

 
   

Dogs and Their Beds
Everyone enjoys having a place to call their own, including your dog. By providing your dog with its own comfy bed you are letting them know you care about their needs. You are giving them a safe place to escape and a spot they can claim as their own where they know they won’t get kicked off. Before purchasing a new dog bed there are many things you should consider. Your dog’s health, age, breed, size, preferences, sensitivity, cleanliness, and etc.; most of all keep your dog first in mind. It is important that function come before form - you do want him/her to use the bed rather than having it just look pretty in the corner. I.e: If your dog is elderly, you will want to consider this when picking out a bed. Elderly dogs aren’t likely to be jumping up on anything, and may prefer a bed that is soft, but firm enough that they don’t fall trying to get onto it. You may also want to consider a bed that is easily washable for your elderly dogs, since they probably aren't bathed as often as they used to wash. ~ This tip is barked by Signafur.com A fine place to shop for your dog! Check out their stylish and comfy beds!

 


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