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Hi, I'm Sylva Kelegian with Expert Village and I'm here with Simone Luncher from Pet Mania and we're going to be talking about the importance of adopting dogs versus getting from puppy mills and Simone will tell you about puppy mills and why it's...
Instructions Step 1: If you are considering getting a puppy, adopt from a shelter or rescue or purchase one from an ethical breeder that you visit in person, rather than buy from a pet shop, newspaper ad or over the Internet. Urge people you know to do...
Hi, I'm Simone from Expert Village and I'm the owner of Pet Mania, a pet store in Burbank which is a different kind of pet store, it's a pet rescue as well. I opened the store fourteen years ago, 1995, and with the thought of just rescuing animals and...
Instructions Step 1: Visit local pet stores and ask where the puppies come from to be sure you are not supporting puppy mills, the huge, money-making manufacturing operation of producing puppies. The Humane Society of the United States strongly opposes...
Instructions Step 1: Never buy a pet without visiting the facility where the pet was bred and seeing how the parents are living first. This will ensure that the pet is not from a puppy mill. In addition to U.S. puppy mills, tens of thousands of dogs are...
InstructionsThings You’ll Need:Access to a library or the InternetStep 1:Make some decisions before you start looking at puppies. Do you have to have a purebred dog or would you be just as happy with a mixed breed? The answer to this question will...
Instructions Step 1: Look at the different breeds. You can narrow down your choices based on size of the dog, coat, temperament and activity level. You need to compare your lifestyle with the dog's requirements. Use the Eukanuba Breed Selector to find a...
Hi! Welcome to Expert Village. This is Marshall Mills and Possum my black lab. Possum is actually more of an expert than I am. I think it takes a good student to make an expert good at what they do. Possum is full of great tricks and simple tricks and...
Instructions Step 1: Choose a Cocker Spaniel if you are looking for a family pet. The Cocker Spaniel does well in a family environment, generally like children and tolerate other pets. It was originally bred as a bird dog and makes good hunting...
Instructions Step 1: Understand the breed. Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are energetic dogs, as are most Spaniels. You’ll need to have the time to give them a good walk for exercise each day. Their coats are easiest to maintain if they get a daily...
Instructions Step 1: Find out what permits or licenses are required to open a pet store in your state, and the costs involved. Start with the local Chamber of Commerce and the Small Business Association. Step 2: Research commercial buildings available...
Instructions Step 1: Research carefully and thoroughly any breeders before purchasing a rabbit from them. Many organizations are currently working to disband mass-breeding facilities, or "bunny mills." Be sure the standards and conditions are safe and...
Instructions Step 1: Look around before choosing a bloodhound puppy from a pet store. It's easy to go in, hold the cute little guy and then fork over more money than you would pay a reputable breeder. Many pet store puppies come from questionable puppy...
Instructions Step 1: Buy a pure-bred puppy from a reputable breeder. Never buy a puppy, pure-bred or otherwise, from a pet store. They buy their dogs from puppy mills, which breed dogs under deplorable conditions. Step 2: Obtain the American Kennel Club...
Instructions Step 1: Take your Maltese for regular medical check-ups, including eye exams and keep vaccinations current. Step 2: Clean your Maltese’s teeth regularly, including a professional scaling. Ask your vet for a recommended schedule. The...
Instructions Step 1: Donate money and supplies to animal organizations, shelters and rescues. There are also sanctuaries that provide a safe haven for abused or injured animals to live out their lives--for instance, Best Friends Sanctuary gives a second...
Instructions Step 1: Select a breeder who is friendly and open to discussing and answering questions regarding her breeding operation. Be wary of any breeder who does not wish to show you the breeding area or the parents of the kittens for sale. Step 2...
Instructions Step 1: Spay or Neuter your Brussels Griffon. Spaying females before the first heat prevents breast cancer and decreases the likelihood of uterine infections. Neutering males before the age of four prevents testicular cancer, helps maintain...
Instructions Find a Reputable Potbellied Pig Breeder Step 1: Use the North American Potbellied Pig Association (NAPPA) as a resource to locate a certified breeder (see Resources below). All certified breeders on the NAPPA list abide by NAPPA code of...
Instructions Step 1: Do your homework. Australian Shepherds are one of many breeds of dogs bred in both standard and miniature sizes. These varieties require different attention and a different amount of space to run and play. Take this into...
Instructions Step 1: Research the breed. Boxers are very personable and can be wonderful family pets, but there are certain things to consider when deciding if a boxer is the right breed of dog for you. Boxers have a high energy level and require lots of...
Instructions Step 1: ADOPT SHELTER ANIMALS INSTEAD OF BUYING THEM FROM STORES If you’re planning on getting pets, you can adopt from an animal shelter instead of buying them from a store or breeder. Oftentimes, shelter dogs are only in shelters...
Instructions Step 1: Determine the breed of dog you would like by matching the breed's temperament with your family's lifestyle and needs. Step 2: Attend a dog show in your area if possible. This is a great way to find breeders. Step 3: Contact the breed...
Instructions Step 1: Respect all living things and treat them as you would want to be treated. For example, plant a tree and nurture its growth, engage in active play with your new puppy or kitten at least several times a day, and go out of your way to...
Instructions Step 1: Do your homework. If you are planning on buying a purebred puppy, research different breeds of dog before deciding which breed you want. While the disposition of any breed depends heavily on how it is raised by its owner, there are...
Here at The Daily Puppy, we love puppies of all shapes, sizes, breeds, and colors. We encourage visitors to browse our puppy picture archives to look at all the adorable photos of past daily puppies, and to bookmark this page and visit often to see what cutie-pie graces the front page. Want us to run a feature of your special little puppy? We are always looking for submissions of the cutest puppies on the planet.
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