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  • Why Regular Groomings Are a Necessity for Your Long-Haired Cat


    Long-haired cats are beautiful and luxurious-looking, but they require some extra maintenance work in comparison to short-haired cats. If your long-haired cat isn't currently being groomed on a regular basis either by you or by a professional, this needs to change right away. Going without grooming can potentially hurt your cat or even put its life at risk. Read on to discover why your cat needs to start getting groomed right now.
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  • Three Tips To Keep Your Pet Calm At The Grooming Salon


    Going to the groomer can be a difficult time for many dogs, especially if this is their first-ever grooming session or if they are going to a new groomer for the first time. However, you don't have to put your dog on "Puppy Prozac" to get them through their grooming appointment. The following tips take a little time and effort, but are well worth doing to make sure your dog has a calming, relaxing time at the groomer.
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  • 3 Reasons To Hire A Pet Sitter Vs. Taking Your Cat To A Kennel


    If you are going on vacation or are otherwise going to be away for a while, you might be thinking about taking your cat to a kennel while you are gone. However, there is an option that seems to be a better choice for many cat owners and their feline companions: a pet sitter who will stop by your home and take care of your cat while you're on your trip.
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  • Adopting A Dog With Known Behavior Problems? Tips For You


    When you are a person who prefers to adopt dogs from humane societies or shelters rather than purchase puppies from breeders, you may find yourself in many situations in which the dogs available for adoption have behavior problems. If you decide to adopt one of those dogs with known behavior problems and issues, you may wonder what you can do to help them better transition into your home and overcome those behavior issues to be the good dog that you know is inside of them.
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  • Tips For Leaving A Shy, Antisocial Cat At A Boarding Facility


    If you have a cat that is very shy around people and tends to have antisocial tendencies, you may he worried about leaving her at a boarding facility while you go away on vacation. Cats, in general, don't tend to like new places, and for a shy cat, this experience can be even more traumatic. Thankfully, there are a few things you can do to help your shy cat settle in and tolerate the boarding experience with less struggle.
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  • Winter Tips For Keeping Your Dog Fit


    Humans are not the only ones who have a difficult time staying in shape during the winter months, dog do as well! Here are a few tips to help you keep your dog fit and in good shape this winter. Take Your Dog On A Field Trip Even though it may be too cold to take your dog to the dog park right now, it doesn't mean they have to stay cooped up inside of your house.
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  • Fido's Day Out: Special Considerations For Starting A Doggy Day Care


    To many people, nothing is more important than their pets. According to Forbes, the pet boarding industry is growing and pet expenditures continue to rise, despite national financial downturns. In addition to veterinary care, grooming, and training, pets also require daily, continuous care from their owners. There are many situations that may force an owner to be away from home; many responsible pet owners will seek out a specialized boarding facility when they need to be away.
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  • Obesity In Bengal Cats: Preventing Overfeeding For A Healthy Cat


    Like all cats, it is not healthy for a Bengal to gain too much weight. While they are usually playful things, it is still possible for them to become obese from too much eating. Feeding a Bengal is a little different from feeding a regular house cat. Learn how to properly feed a Bengal and when to worry about obesity. Normal Weight Bengals are considered medium to large breed cats, but that larger size does not come from fat.
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  • Your Cat Can Sit Still: Brushing A Cat


    If your cat often gets mats, it can be difficult to remove them if your cat doesn't want to sit still. It's understandable that your cat wouldn't want to be brushed, since there is the occasional moment where you might accidentally tug at your cat's hair. Also, being brushed is not a natural thing for a cat to experience. Fortunately, there are a few ways you can get your cat to sit still long enough for you to brush it.
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