Should Medical Testing on Chimpanzees Continue?

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Do We Need Medical Testing On Chimpanzees? There are currently alternatives available to animal testing yet we cling to the old. The old methods of medical testing are tried but not true in many cases. Although mankind is very similar … Continue reading →

5 Dog Care Tips

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Care Tips

  • Chewies
    Dogs love to chew. If you don’t give them something
    appropriate to chew on they will find something on their own. Your table, chairs, couch, shoes etc. are just some examples. Make sure the chewie is the appropriate size for your dog. If it is too big and you risk damaged their teeth.  Chewies that are too small can be choking hazards. 
  • Exercise is crucial! Without it you will see bad behaviors surface.
    Many cities are building dog parks which allow you dog to run free in an enclosed area. If your dog enjoys the company of other dogs this is a great
    option. If not regular walks with a good run a few times per week will work. They do make special leashes that attach to bikes and keep your dog at a safe distance from you. 
  • One large meal is not ok! Dogs need at least two meals per day
    and puppies require even more frequent meals. This will allow for a more consistent energy level throughout the day. Pay attention to your dog so you can schedule mealtime when you will be able to take them out doors so you do not have accidents in your house. 
  • Crates are great. Many people think crating is cruel, however, the dogs seem to disagree. If you use a crate as a form of discipline then you will
    have problems. A crate is meant to be their safe haven. To get a dog used to a crate, leave it in a room with the door open. Let your dog explore when he/she is ready. Dogs are naturally den animals so they will seek it out. Once they are comfortable going in and out you can try shutting the door without locking it. Once they are comfortable with that try locking it for a few minutes. Gradually increase the length of time your dog is in the crate. It is a useful
    tool for housebreaking, however, you cannot expect your dog to last an
    unrealistic period of time. If you have a dog that barks excessively it could be due to nervousness. When a dog is in their crate they feel safe and can relax, often reducing barking. If you have a dog that gets aggressive with strangers, it is a good idea to put them in the crate shortly before you are expecting visitors, repair people or delivery people. This way your dog is calm when they arrive. Even if he/she gets upset at least you know your guest and your pet are safe.
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Cat Toys on the Cheap.

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  • Dancing Toy   – Supplies needed: New unsharpened pencil, 12-18 inches of string, ribbon or wool, a 2 foot long piece of wool, optional staples, glue and/or tape. First take the 2 foot piece of wool and cut into ten 2 inch pieces which will leave one 4 inch piece. Lay all the 2 inch pieces next to each other, then gather them up and tie the 4 inch piece securely around the center. Now tie your long piece of string, ribbon or wool to the wool toy. Next tie the other end to the pencil. If you use staples to secure to pencil make sure you cover it with tape so there are no sharp edges. Electrical, or duct tape work well. Remember to inspect toy every time you use it for wear. Hold the pencil end and make the toy dance. Great exercise!
  • Balls, Balls and more Balls -  Ping  pong balls are great. They are light weight so they don’t make much noise and don’t damage things. Golf balls are sturdier but make more noise and could cause damage. Tin foil rolled up into a ball works well as does a crumbed up piece of paper. Stay away from plastic, some cat eat it.  
  • Catnip toy – Supplies needed: A baby sock or bootie, small amount of pillow stuffing, loose catnip, scissors, needle and thread. First you need to alternate placing small amounts of stuffing and catnip until the soak is almost full. Then sew the top closed. Done!!! The hardest part is keeping your cat away while you are trying to make it.
  • Safety - with any toy you need to watch what your pet does with it. If they are able to put a hole in it or break off pieces, you need to fix it or throw it away.

What Type of Litter Do You Use?

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Here are some tips for each type:

  • If you use scoop-able litter make sure it is deep enough. It helps prevent the clumps from falling apart, in turn assuring it lasts longer. This type of litter keeps your house smelling good, makes cleaning easier but costs more and is hard on the environment.
  • If you use clay litter it is better to use less litter and change it more frequently to keep the odors to a minimum. Arm & Hammer makes a litter box deodorant that smell great and helps keep odor under control. Depending on how many cats you have, you may be better of just using a more expensive litter rather than pour all that money into a deodorant
  • The natural clumping litter Ex: pine, wheat etc. have some wonderful benefits. They are usually better at odor control, some are flush-able, biodegradable and are light weight
  • No matter what type of litter you choose, keeping it fresh and clean will go a long way to inhibit bad behavior. If your cat urinates or defecates out of the litter boxed the first thing you should do is check the litter boxes.