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Taking Care of Pigs

by T Akery February 9th, 2012 | Mammals, Various Pets
The pig is one animal that many people think of as very similar, in caretaking needs, to a dog. In fact, some animal lovers prefer the pig. They are considered very intelligent animals and can be potty-trained. Those who have pigs look on them as part of the family. But there are some things you should keep in mind before you add a pig to the family.

Be aware that some areas will not allow you to have pigs as pets because they are considered a farm animal. You will need to check  your local city ordinances before you acquire
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Moving with Dogs

When moving with two dogs, how do you get them used to the new environment?

When moving with your dogs it is very important to make sure that you purchase new tags with current contact information and update microchip information in case the dogs get away from you for any reason.  Also, check with your veterinarian to make sure that all vaccinations are up to date and you have all necessary paperwork.

Once you arrive in the new place, immediately set up a small area such as a room or bathroom, depending on the size of the dogs, where they can
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“Kennel”

by Bea February 7th, 2012 | Dogs, Gracie
Gracie and my mom have continued to go to their training lessons every week. We switched trainers and went from the group lessons to a personal trainer at the rescue  that we got her from. It is a pretty far ride, but well worth it. The Doberman Rescue Unlimited (DRU) has their own trainer that they use for their dogs, so we thought it would be good to go to a trainer who specializes with rescue dobermans.

Like most trainers, this guy has the ability to get the dogs under control without even trying. At least it shows us that
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Keeping a Pet Frog

by Jacob P. February 2nd, 2012 | Amphibians
When pet care websites, such as petco.com, place frogs under the reptiles category, it grinds my gears.  I know it is trivial, but they are amphibians.  This would probably not happen if amphibians were more popular pets, but they are not currently part of the "in crowd.''  I do not know anyone who owns or has owned a pet amphibian.  People think they are gross or hard to care for, but it is actually quite the contrary.  Keeping a frog can be quite fun.

  1. It still isn't going to be simple.  Keeping any animal other than fish tends to take
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