Mr n Mrs Pet

Dogs are said to be man’s best friend. They can really lighten up someone’s mood. A man in New Jersey suffering from clinical depression, read about the beneficial presence of dogs and bought a golden retriever home. He suddenly started feeling responsible and felt this strong need to live. This is just one example. Dogs have been very faithful to men since ages.

It is seen that many times pet owners too develop a relationship with their pet, similar to that of a parent and child. This bond is called “secure base effect”.

For most dogs, the attachment they feel towards their owner is fundamental to their well-being. It is studied that while dogs enjoy each other’s company, human attention is what they crave.

Sometimes dogs are very cautious and careful in the beginning but they can sometimes be goofy and overdo it. But they will be fine once they get comfortable around you. And that’s the point where the love starts thriving from their end.

Puppies can sometimes get along with you immediately, if you spend time with them and treat them well. It’s very natural for a dog to bond with its owner and if both of them trust each other, then the process happens very quickly.

Dogs are said to be man’s best friend. And undoubtedly, they are! They are always there when you need them and never let you feel alone. They can really lighten up someone’s mood. Their love is endless. World has witness many stories which tell us how a dog is incomplete with its parent.

Imagine you enter your home after a long day and your pet runs towards you welcoming you with all the excitement. Being welcomed with love, licking and the happiest tale movements reduces half of your stress of the day. We humans have the tendency of being loved by someone. Feeling of love makes us calm and happier. And from whom else can we get the intention less love other than our own pets.

Yes, owning a pet can do miracles in your life. You just need to know how the pets induce the excitement in you.

Pets Make You Social

Makes Childhood Better

Makes You Responsible

You Become A Fitness Freak

Everyone wants their pets to be fit and healthy. There are many games and dog exercises that can contribute to his fitness. These activities will not only make them fit but will also bring an excitement in both of your lives.

Walk With The Dog

Instead of walking your dog, have your dog walk you. Go wherever your dog goes. It can be a great exercise for you as well. You can also go for runs, which can increase your as well as the dog’s stamina.

Tracking Clues

Not all dogs are tracking breeds, but just about any dog can participate in the sport of track, a competitive event for dogs and handlers. A trail is laid out hours before competition. Numerous clues are left for the dog to follow through and something as a reward is placed at the end of the trails.

Playing With Other Dogs

The best form of activity is the one where dogs can naturally move their body. Playing with fellow dogs can be one of them. They’ll not only exercise but also enjoy the time.

Mental Dog Exercises

Mental exercises are always the best. You can teach your dog exercises like high-fiving or bow or command by hand. After obedience commands have been taught, cognitive challenges tend to drop off.

Dancing With Your Dog

A dance routine can really cheer you and your dog up. This can energize you and your dog as you both dance away to your favourite tunes.

Indoor Agility

Hide and seek

Stairs

A pet can give you lots of love but can sometimes make you and your house a mess by its fur or bad odor. According to a study, homes with pets have comparatively more bacteria.

The biggest cleanliness challenge for many pet owners is the hairs. While there are no breeds that don’t shed at all, some — like Labradoodles, Bichon Frises, and Schnauzers — shed very little. Others shed considerably more. “Double-coated” breeds of dog, such as Akitas and Siberian Huskies, shed their soft undercoats twice a year, in a process that can leave furballs the size of tumbleweeds on your floor.

Brushing your dog or cat regularly will decrease the amount of hair in the air and on the floor. Ideally, you should brush your pet a few times a week, just a quick brushing to get the coat out. If you collect it on the brush, it won’t at least get on the floor.

Brushing a cat regularly can also decrease their health problems related to hair, such as constipation and hairballs — something that will also keep your house significantly cleaner.

Cats usually bathe themselves when they are sick or elderly. Dogs don’t need to be bathed more than once a month. Because that will make hair fall out of their fur.

A properly trained dog does its business outside. It won’t damage the house with their poop. On the other hand, cats usually have their bathrooms indoors, in form of small litter boxes.

Cats have always been known for walking over or near food particles and littering. It is best to keep food items away from the reach of cats.

Dogs and cats can transfer microbes to people who can be avoided by maintaining proper medication like interceptors which prevents parasites like heartworm, hookworm, and roundworm, and Frontline, which combats fleas, protects not only your pets but your human family as well.

Don’t wash habitats in the kitchen sink. If you have a laundry sink, use that; if not, try the bathtub.

Finally, keep pet food supplies in covered containers — left open, they can attract rodents and other pests. All these habits make you a good pet parent.

Choose a dog that fits your lifestyle. After centuries of breeding, the modern dog is one of the most varied species of animal on earth. While there’s probably a dog to suit every lifestyle, not all dogs will fit your specific needs.

Some want a dog to cuddle, or some may want it to guard for them, or some may want it just as a companion. Look for your needs and then go for a dog.

Write down the needs and temperament of the breed, as well as how you will meet those needs.

If it’s going to take significant effort to change your lifestyle, you need to choose a different dog.

Give your dog a practical name. Calling your dog by a particular name can enhance the bond between both of you. It will respond to you nicely and will follow what you say.

If your dog looks at you when you say his name, you know he’s learned it.

Create a positive association with his name so he’ll continue to focus on you when you say it. Praise him when he responds to his name, and give him treats.

Decide a time for training.

Fix a 15-20 period for the training. But this isn’t will be the only time when you train your dog, the training continues whole day in little actions that your dog does.

While training your dog, be calm and polite. You should keep encouraging your dog. Any part of agitation can deteriorate your dog’s will to learn. Producing a well trained dog requires much determination and conviction.

Train your dog on an empty stomach. Keep in mind the dog’s temperament. Always encourage a happy end to the training session. Keep good knowledge of the equipment you are using in training the dog.

Be close to your dog and tell him politely what you want it do.

Take it to public places after few days.

Give it treats for doing good but discontinue them eventually.

Teach him to ‘sit’ and ‘stand’. That’s the basics. Other things come after this.

Praise him when he does good. This will establish a great relationship with you and give him good training habits.

   Cats are one of the cutest and the most lovable pets. So if you get excited to see a cat around you,       then you should go ahead and know more about various breeds of cats. Here are a few for you:

    Persian cats

    They are also called people pleasing cats. They have melodious voice and not abrasive.

    They feel secure in the household once they settle well. They communicate delightfully with their      large expressive eyes and make charming pets for all ages.

    Bengal cats

Bengals are busy by nature. They are very affectionate and can be a ‘lap cat’ whenever they want to be, but in general, their idea of fun is playing, chasing, climbing and investigating. When a Bengal is in full play mode, it’s rather like trying to hold onto running water.

    Maine Coon

The Maine Coon is well known for its loving nature, kindly disposition and great intelligence. Maines are especially good with children and dogs and have always been a popular and sought after companion.

    Exotic Shorthair

They are a quiet, sweet, peaceful and lovely companion. They are easy going and quietly begs for your attention. Generally they are very affectionate.

    Siamese cats

This ancient breed is able to communicate very well. The Siamese voice is legendary. They speak both with their voice and with their body. They are the quintessential ‘people’ cat, for they love to be in your lap, on your bed, at your table—and in your heart!

So if you are planning to get a cat in your home, then which one are you going to prefer. Do let us know in the comment section. We will surely help you out in deciding!

Care is the purest form of love and when it comes to pets, it’s the best thing you can do for them. A sick cat should be greatly taken care of. If it’s allowed to roam freely and let go outdoors, it may never return. So it’s advisable to keep your cat indoors while it’s sick.

Also, never give your medications to your cat, it can be harmful. Instead, consult a vet.

Things to do if your cat has:

Cat Flu – It is spread by virus and shows symptoms similar to a terrible cold. Cat Flu can also cause ulcers in the mouth making it difficult for the cat to eat. Look if there is a lot of discharge from eyes or nose and contact a vet if it is severe.

Avoid direct contact with skin as it can cause irritation.

Skin care – Bathe sore or itchy patches in cool salt water (a teaspoon of salt in a pint of water) or apply an ice pack. Prevent licking by using an Elizabethan collar – continual licking does not heal but does increase soreness. Put socks on the hind leg/paws and secure with tape to prevent scratching. Consider flea treatment – the most effective treatments are available from your vet. Bite-wounds from fighting may turn septic and discharge unpleasant smelling pus. They are not usually life threatening but do need antibiotic treatment.

How to administer tablets:

Position your left hand on top of the cat’s head with your thumb on one side and your fingers on the other side of the cat’s cheeks. Tilt the head back so that the nose points upwards. The mouth should then open. Hold the tablet between the thumb and index finger of your other hand. Use the other fingers of this hand to press on the front of the lower jaw between the canine teeth to open the mouth further. Pop the pill onto the tongue as far back as you can get it. Close the mouth and hold it closed until you have seen the cat swallow. Stroke the throat or rub the nose to try to stimulate swallowing. You can then either give a small quantity of water to wash the tablet down – ask your vet for a small syringe, and give it slowly so your pet doesn’t choke or offer a tasty morsel – which will also help take away the memory of the experience. It may help to coat the tablet with butter or margarine to make swallowing easier. You can also buy pill poppers or guns (long thin tubes with a plunger), which you insert into the mouth, pushing the plunger to administer the pill.

Make sure you shower your pet with love when it is sick. This will help it to recover sooner and faster.