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Did you know that animals have a dominant paw, much like we have a dominant hand? It’s said that female cats tend to be right-pawed, while male cats are more often left-pawed. Interestingly, while 90 percent of humans are right-handed, the remaining 10 percent of lefties tend to be male.
One of the best ways to help your dog adapt to a regular grooming routine is to treat him or her gently and with respect when you brush and bathe him or her yourself. Some dogs love being brushed, bathed, and fussed over, while others find the process threatening and scary at first.
Many pets are anxious about being separated from their owner. They may shake and show fear, a response that can be very stressful to their owner, which also adds to the pet’s anxiety. Be assured that once you leave, most pets relax into their surroundings and adapt quickly.
If you were stranded on a desert island, who would you want with you? In a study by the American Animal Hospital Association, more than half the respondents said that they would want the company of their pet over that of a human companion.
Some dogs are calm when it's time to trim their claws, but others have trouble sitting still. The best way to avoid accidental injury during claw trimmings is to let a professional handle the process. We know exactly how to restrain a dog without causing discomfort.
A dog bite can be serious business. Care to guess how many pounds per square inch (PSI) a dog's jaws can exert? If you guessed from 150 to 320 PSI, you're right. Human jaws top out at about 120 PSI.
Did you know statistics indicate that pets help lower blood pressure? Men seem to benefit especially from the lower stress levels of having their pet around. This would certainly explain the lower levels of heart disease among pet owners.
It is often quite noisy and exciting at the groomer. Even if you do not have clippers handy, you probably do have a blow dryer, and your pup has probably heard it, at least at a distance. Try to desensitize your dog by getting closer to it with the dryer than you normally do.
The overall shape of a dog's face may offer clues to its eventual lifespan. Specialized breeds with flat faces like pugs typically have shorter lifespans than dogs with long noses and relatively narrow features. This is just a general indicator, though.
Pampering is no longer just for the pets of the rich and famous. We provide every treatment, toy, and accessory your glitzy pet could ever dream of. You'll have to work hard to keep the paparazzi from climbing over the back fence for a glimpse!
You ever have a dog just go nuts when they go outside? A popular movement for them is to race around in circles, over and over again. Well this is actually a trait carried down from their much more wild ancestors, as before they make themselves at home somewhere, they have to spin in a few circles to set a “nest” of sorts.
One advantage of professional pet grooming is that, when taking care of your pet, we will be able to notice any issues your pet may be experiencing. This might include anything from dry skin to fleas.
There are two types of trimmers that groomers use to cut dogs' claws. One is the scissors-style trimmer, which works like a heavy-duty pair of scissors. The more common type is the guillotine trimmer, which has a stationary ring that stabilizes the claw as it is cut.
Does your pet have specific health needs? Pet foods now cater to pets with health issues that include diabetes and urinary problems.
Using a professional dog groomer is a way to make more time on a busy day. While you run a long list of important errands you can bring your dog to a professional groomer to be washed, cut and cleaned be the time your errands are done.
If you have a pet that splits his or her time between the house and the outdoors, regular grooming is key. Not only will this help keep your home cleaner, but it can also keep dirt and pests trapped in your pet’s fur from making him or her sick.
Did you know that 63 percent of US households own a pet, according to American Pet Products Manufacturers Association? That means just more than 71 million households have at least one animal! Dogs are slightly more popular than cats, according to the study.
Tear stains around the eyes are common in certain dog breeds such as poodles, cocker spaniels, and terriers. This is because they lack the certain process needed for draining tears out of the tear duct, which then causes the tears to spill down the face instead.
Your pet birds need specific cages. There is no one-size-fits all when it comes to birdcages so make sure you look into what your particular bird needs.
