Americans are adopting fewer pets than ever, but those who do find homes are certainly being spoiled -- if their parents can afford it. Enter, the D Pet Hotel in Manhattan. For dog owners who wouldn't dream of putting their precious pups in a kennel, this posh alternative provides luxury accommodations for dogs while mom and dad are away.
The 10,000-square-foot property has 40 standard suites -- just for the dog -- that come complete with...
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Your dogs's body language around a new boyfriend or girlfriend can reveal a lot. When Pat Connor first met Jay, she knew they had a special connection. But the true test of their relationship would come after he met Bailey, the beagle and golden retriever mix she’d rescued four months earlier.“Because Bailey hadn’t been with me very long before I met Jay, she wasn’t as clear a boyfriend meter as the dogs I’d had previously,...
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What to expect from your African Grey ParrotAfrican grey parrots are extremely intelligent and alert; some may be high-strung. It is best to acquire these birds at a young age, because wild-caught individuals may have objectionable personalities and vocalizations. Selective breeding for calmness is being initiated by some aviculturists. There is a tendency for African greys to form a bond with an individual family member and become aggressive toward others,...
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Here are some tips for the best possible housing for your ferret. Its housing should: be restricted to a safe enclosure when the animal is unattendedhave solid flooring, or if wired, be filled with bedding of shavings (no cedar), newspaper or commercially available bedding made of recycled paper or clothcontain "cage furniture:'' hammocks, muffs, corrugated tubes, dryer vent tubing and large PVC pipes for tunnelingcontain folded fabric such as a sheet or...
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To determine the sex of your guinea pig, examine its external genitalia: male guinea pigs have large scrotal sacs, and their penis can be easily extruded with gentle pressure, while females have a vaginal membrane. Females are usually smaller than males.
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Despite the threat of a double-dip recession, America's pet owners are not skimping on the costs of caring for their animals.
The American Pet Products Association (APPA) estimates that people will spend over $50 billion on their pets in 2011. Of that figure, the largest cost stems from vet bills, which the APPA predicts will top $13 billion this year.
According to Kiplinger's Personal Finance, the annual cost of keeping a dog ranges from $310...
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FREE downloadable PDF files providing a comprehensive review of some of the most timely pet health topics: Allergies, Fleas, Summer Safety Hazards, and Vomiting and Diarrhea.
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