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The Toy Fox Terrier - Waiting for Recognition

  • Monday, 05 January 2009 15:42
The Toy Fox Terrier is directly descended from the Smooth Fox Terrier and has long awaited official recognition from some canine organizations. The Smooth Fox Terrier was likely created as a cross between several breeds, including the Dachshund. Later, selective breeding and crossing with some other very small breeds led to the establishment of the Toy Fox Terrier as a separate breed. Some people

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Cat Training - The Basics

  • Sunday, 04 January 2009 14:26
If you have ever tried to train a cat or any pet, you have probably realized that it isn't the simplest process. Training a cat is not the same thing as training a dog, as cats are not performance pets like dogs can be. There are three rules to follow when training a cat; reward, praise, and positive reinforcement. If you can learn how to use these rules and how to apply them to your cat's trainin

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Dog Training - Train Your Dog to Come On Command

  • Thursday, 01 January 2009 04:55
One of the most important commands for dogs in their early years or as an untrained dog for safety is the 'come' command. If your dog breaks the leash and runs free, this command could save your dog from running in front of a car or into any other of the many dangers untrained dogs face.

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West Highland Terriers - A Wonderful Breed Apart

  • Wednesday, 31 December 2008 18:16
West Highland Terriers or Westies ( as they are more beeter known) are furry coated dogs, with dots for coal black eyes and button noses.

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The Contamination of Pet Food and Some Frightening Revelations

  • Friday, 26 December 2008 10:18
Recent months have proven to be nothing short of an evolving period of crisis for the American food industry, dealing first of all with the nightmare of contaminated spinach. Soon afterwards, deadly microbes began showing up in peanut butter, of all things. And, then came the contamination of tomatoes and imported melons. But, this latest outbreak, involving tainted pet food has not only contri

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Your Fish Tank - Hard Water Or Soft Water?

  • Thursday, 25 December 2008 22:26
Do you have any idea how many dissolved minerals there are in your water? Neither did I when I got started with my first fish tank. Luckily I lived in an area where the tap water was pretty good for my fish, but learning more about the chemistry of hard and soft water has sure helped me over the years.

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