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Any horse owner hates the thought of colic in horses. As you shake the grain bucket to call your horse in for dinner, he lifts his head in acknowledgement. Slowly, he ambles toward you, then he abruptly stops, looks at his side and proceeds to lie down. Not only is he not interested in eating, but he is also looking fairly uncomfortable, every now and then rolling on the ground. It would appear that he is having a dreaded bout of colic. You’ve heard others’ stories about how they’ve coped with a colic crisis; however, it’s time to take a veterinary approach to handling colic and dispel some of the prevailing myths. A Starting Point The first order of business, besides remaining calm, is to determine how serious your horse’s bellyache may be. If he’s down, encourage him to get to his feet and see if he’ll stand quietly. Take […]
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Guest post. The views and opinions expressed in this article are those of the guest author and do not necessarily represent the views of Val Heart & Heart Communications Enterprises Inc. This article was previously published February 12, 2020, and was updated on November 13, 2022 No matter what your pet is, knowing how to understand them is one of your most important responsibilities as a pet owner. In fact, understanding your pets is the secret to take care of them better. It allows you to identify problems right away and solve them as needed. Regardless of your experience as a pet owner, below are some helpful tips to remember if you want to understand your pets better: Be Familiar with Your Pet’s Body Language Pets often convey their feelings and thoughts through their body language. Dogs, for example, may bark, produce some vocal sounds, or whimper. They also have the […]
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Kennel stress – what is it and how to avoid it This is a replay of my Animal Communication Training Series where I interview experts who guide you through various techniques in Animal Communication. If you don’t want to miss any of this How to Talk to Animals Training Series, then go here to register Have you ever had to board your pet? Or put them in a kennel? Or left them at the vet hospital overnight? Most pets experience being kenneled or boarded at some point in their lives and it can cause massive stress. Kennel Stress harms their immune system, which fosters illness and even worse, can break their trust in you. You want to take that much needed vacation you deserve and not worry about your pet’s peace of mind, health or well-being. You want your pet to come home happy, healthy and feeling confident that all is well […]
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This article was previously published July 12, 2016 and was updated on November 7, 2022 Traveling to Europe can be tough for dog owners. You spend the whole trip worrying about your beloved pet whilst it’s stuck in a kennel when you should be having a good time. So why not bring them with you? It’s not as much of a hassle as you might think. This infographic takes you step by step through the whole process of entering Europe with your dog. We cover things such as what the legal requirements are, booking a flight, choosing an airline, what to check when picking a destination and how to make sure your dog is ready to fly. by Craig Manor. Did you enjoy this article about traveling to Europe with your dog? Check these out next: Is My Dog Happy? Here’s How to Know For Sure 7 Fun Pet Friendly Vacation […]
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Turning pet behavior from problematic to pleasing Owning a pet that is bossy and unruly is not any fun for family members or visitors. Out of control dogs make for a very unhappy household, not to mention a confused puppy dog. One of the most important things every dog needs to understand is the pecking order in the home family pack. Understanding their proper place helps your dog know what role they have been assigned to play. Roles are very important to dogs because they create stability and confidence as well as a way to be rewarded for their contributions to their loved ones. While teaching your dog tricks can be an enjoyable way to bond, teaching them bad habits, even if done unconsciously or unintentionally, will take away from the fun and suck the joy out of your relationship. Here are three things dog owners should be aware of […]
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