Category: Pets
Genetics of allergy and food intolerance
Can genetics explain if you are allergic to some pollens or foods? Genetically determined white blood cell patterns designated HLA DQ and DR genes have been identified as having an increased risk of allergies to pollen, dust, latex and food. The intriguing part of this story is that knowing your HLA DR and DQ type…
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The mysterious effects of catnip
I have had cats all my life and had heard of catnip and its effects, but refused to use it until I gathered enough information. When all I knew about this herb was that it had potentially psychedelic effects on cats, I was hesitant to experiment with it. After years of collecting information and using…
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Not all dogs benefit from a summer haircut or shave
It would be impossible to count how many times each summer a professional groomer is asked to shave a client’s dog in an attempt to make it fresher. Here in rural Montana, where the summers are scorching, I have received requests to shave just about every breed imaginable. It’s a common misconception that all dogs…
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Adoption of pets for company
Have you been wondering if you have time for a dog? Are you home enough to take care of an animal? Pets are a big commitment, so know why you’re considering an animal to join your life. There are many different types of animals and there is one that will work for you. Ask yourself…
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A Dog Named Christmas by Greg Kincaid
The local animal shelter has introduced a new program called “Adopt a Dog for Christmas.” Todd McCray decides that his family should take a dog from the show for the week before Christmas. However, there is a big problem with Todd’s plan. He is a 20-year-old mentally handicapped adult-child who still lives in his house…
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Cat Behavior: Why Cats Eat Grass
This article will tell you about one of the unique behaviors of cats: herding. One of the biggest mistakes cat owners make is keeping their cat from eating grass. They may think that grass can upset the cat’s stomach or make it sick. It’s so cute and funny to see cats eating grass. Eating grass…
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Diseases and treatment of the cat’s penis
If you have a cat, cat penis diseases are part of several cat health problems that you should be aware of. Generally, it is adult and older cats that fall victim to this particular disease. Infection in a cat’s penis can also hamper his normal sexual life and cause him great discomfort. While it can…
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How can I be sure that I will go to heaven when I die?
One of Jesus’ disciples named Thomas asked this very question and it is recorded for us in the Gospel of John (Chapter 14 vs. 5 and 6). Thomas said (to Jesus), “Lord, we don’t know where you are going, so how can we know the way?” Jesus replied, “I am the way, the truth, and…
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After I finally moved in, my husband wants me back, now what?
It can be the great irony of a marriage that is falling apart. Once you begin to loosen control and finally wrap your brain around the idea of moving on, suddenly your husband decides that he might have changed his mind and wanted you back. That is why often women trying to save their marriages…
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Annoying and bad habits of a Manchester Terrier
Most people believe that just because they have a cute, cuddly little dog, they won’t experience behavioral problems. However, they soon discover how wrong they really are. When it comes to the Manchester Terrier dog breed, they are no different than any other. In fact, the breed is like any other in that they, too,…
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