A ringworm infection is a common fungal infection of the skin. You can develop it on just about any skin, including your lips and scalp. Although most of the time ringworm is treated at home, you should seek medical treatment if your ringworm infection...
So the final part we're going to talk about in terms of at-home maintenance for your coated dog is the neck area. The neck area can be troublesome, the area starting behind the ears, coming down the neck of the dog. Identify - here's the dogs head, here...
Now we're going to start with the dog's sanitary area, we want to get it nice and clean back in this area here. And so we start, and you want to lift the dog's leg up, you're going to get underneath and clean up all the belly area and underneath, we're...
So I am going to demonstrate for you how you would bandage a torn toenail from a dog. We are working with Ty here and he has torn his right dewclaw. Dewclaw is the nail that is upside on the leg and he has torn that completely off. So first thing that we...
When many people think about using dogs for hunting, they envision Labradors retrieving downed ducks, blueticks treeing raccoons or German shorthairs flushing pheasants. But in some places, hunters pursue deer with dogs. Like in other hunting situations...
The Killdeer Bird is a precocial bird, which means that its newborns come out of the egg ready to run around. The Killdeer is commonly located in the midwest during spring and summertime. This bird is annoying when it is making it's call, and because the...
A bedding area is a spot where deer feel protected enough to lie when not out foraging. Creating a bedding area in a particular spot is not difficult, but one must understand that it may not produce immediate results. Whether it be for hunting or simply...
So I am going to show you what to use to clean out a cut and how to clean out a cut on a dog. There are two things to use to clean out a cut on a dog. One of them, is Hydrogen Peroxide and another is Betadyne. So if you have a small cut to deal with and...
So, you want to keep your dog in one area of the yard and away from the garden or flowers. Using a radio, also called invisible, fence is a good way to contain a dog in a certain section of your yard. Teaching the dog the boundaries is easy, but can be...
So working on the torso of the dog, the main part of the dog is the trunk, body going from behind the front leg to front of the back leg and we want to do one section of the dog at a time. So we would be going from the top line, the back down to the...
Paper training is when you train your dog to go to the bathroom on newspaper. It is not the same as housebreaking, which is training your dog to go to the bathroom outside of your house. At six weeks, your puppy has very little, if any, bladder control...
Often referred to as invisible fencing, hidden pet fences can be a great way to keep your dog in your yard without ruining your view or angering the homeowner's association. Hidden fence systems use a dog collar to deliver a mild electric shock if the...
Hot spots are abrasions and sores on your cat or dog. They are painful for the animal and not pleasant to look at. A vet will recommend a medicine for hot spots, but you can treat them at home easily as well. Home remedies for hot spots are easy to apply...
Intelligent, playful and spirited, Labrador Retrievers are one of the most popular breeds in America. Labs make excellent pets as well as work or field dogs. Originally from Newfoundland, Labrador Retrievers helped fishermen pull in nets and catch...
Cats and kittens seem particularly prone to ringworm, especially when they come from shelter or rescue environments. Ringworm is caused not by a worm but by a fungus, and can be transmitted to people and other animals. Learn to identify the symptoms of...
Turtles have been around since the pre-historic and are now a home pet. A turtle tank is fairly easy to set up, but every species of turtles is different. Because every species varies, please check to find out what your specific turtle will need for its...
So I am just working right through the coat getting all the matted areas out. So we go over the matted area and the length of coat here We can actually see the mat. So again, I am going to hold the length here, hold it so that I am not pulling the dog...
Pets can be a great addition to your home and, in time, become part of your family. Regardless of the type of pet you own and how well the animal is trained, the pet may have accidents on your carpet. These accidents present a problem as they can stain...
Litter training a dog is very possible, though it takes some hard work and consistency. With some basic training techniques, your dog will be able to take himself to the bathroom without your assistance, and you won't have to get up in the middle of the...
So now, now I wanted to talk a little bit about some house training, and this is going to be one of the puppies that you might have indoor and outdoor. So you're going to be, going to put him outside, you want him to go to the bathroom outside? Yes. So...
For many reasons a dog may develop a rash under its fur that will cause them to scratch constantly. This can be dangerous if the dog continuously scratches itself uncontrollably and damages its skin or body. It's much easier and cheaper to treat a rash...
Chihuahuas are popular household pets due to their size, appearance, loving nature, courage and loyalty. As with any dog that lives indoors, Chihuahuas must be housebroken to prevent them from going potty in inappropriate areas. Training a Chihuahua to...
If you find maggots on your puppy, this infestation is known as myiasis. These maggots are typically larva from blowflies, and the eggs hatch quickly in warm weather. The eggs are small and can usually be seen on the skin. If your puppy has a wound, the...
Training dogs is a difficult and time consuming process, which may strain the owner's mind as well as his wallet. A variety of products guarantee results for dog behavioral training--some to keep your dog from urinating or defecating inside your home...
Instructions Prepare the Litter Box for Your Cat Step 1: Cats are naturally tidy animals. If you provide them with a clean area to do their business, they will quickly learn to use that area only. When you first begin the training process, it is...