Posts Tagged ‘cleaning’

The More the Merrier?

by Lori S. June 28th, 2011 | Cats
If you like reality TV, you might have seen recent shows depicting animal hoarders. One show told the story of a young couple who had dozens of cats; cats they proclaimed were their children. The show made me sad, as this seemingly “normal” couple didn’t seem to understand that there is such a thing as too much of a good thing. The lesson they need to learn - even if you adore kittens, you shouldn’t collect them.

But,this brings up a question. How many cats should live in one household? Many people have passionately debated this issue. Let’s examine if
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How To Clean Out A Bird Cage

by Anna P. March 24th, 2011 | Birds
A bird's health depends on many factors, including a healthy diet and a healthy environment. In a previous article, I shared some savvy advice about how to feed your pet, and now I'm sharing some advice on how to care for their environment. Since most pet birds spend their days and nights inside a small but cozy cage, it's so important to keep their environment inside the cage very clean. Read below for some smart tips on how to properly maintain a bird cage.

Clean The Cage On A Daily Basis

All you need to do is simply wipe down
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Considering Goldfish

by Michele August 17th, 2010 | Fish
It's summer, which means that fairs and carnivals are prevalent.  At many of these events, there are games with highly desirable prizes, such as stuffed animals, over-sized lollipops, and goldfish.  While the stuffed animal easily is stored on a shelf and the lollipop will be eaten within a day or two, what is one to do with a goldfish?

While goldfish (or other small fish) may make excellent first pets, there are things to consider.

1.  Goldfish can live for 5-10 years.  While this prize is won with a few throws of a beanbag, this pet will be with you
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