Samantha Randall

When you're training your pet, you'll need something to motivate and reward him. Praise and attention are great rewards, but they may not motivate your pet to do something he doesn't understand. These homemade training treats for dogs may be just what you need to persuade your pet to follow your commands.

Cats are known for being a fairly low maintenance pet. Oftentimes the biggest worry of new cat owners is how they are going to get their cat to use a litter box. Wether you're working with a kitten or an adult cat, these tips for litter training a cat will make the process smoother and more effective.

In all your years of dog ownership, no task will be more daunting than potty training your pooch. Depending on your dog's personality and level of stubbornness, this task could take anywhere from a few weeks to a few months. Follow these tips for potty training a dog to make the process as simple and effective as possible.

If you follow my product reviews, you know I’m always looking for healthy treats and chews for my dogs. Farm Hounds dog treats and chews piqued my interest because they claim that every product they manufacture can be directly traced back to the small farm that the ingredients come from.

I have three dogs, and only one of them is a repetitive licker. This got me thinking about why some some dogs lick a lot and others don't. I'm a curious pet owner, and enjoy knowing as much about my pets' behavior as possible. If you're like me, you probably question most of the things that your pets do. While researching this topic, I found out that there are a number of reasons why your dog may lick a lot. I also found out that it’s not uncommon for dogs to lick bedding, furniture, blankets and other objects.

According to research , about two-thirds of pet owners feel comfortable sleeping in bed with their dogs at night. Due to the intimacy that you have with your pets, they will usually want to sleep close to you. Likewise, it may make you feel more comfortable to be close to them as well. Some pet owners feel safer when their dogs are near. Others just take comfort in being close to their beloved pets.

Are you scared to cut your dog's nails? At least a little bit nervous? Don't worry. You're not alone. In fact, most dog owners don't know how to trim your dog's nails without hurting the dog. If your dog has white nails, it's easy to use a light source to see through the nail to determine exactly where the quick is. If your dog has black or brown nails (like mine), it's impossible to tell exactly where the quick stops.

Some pets may need help with skin and coat health, while others could use a supplement that boosts joint health and reduces inflammation. Life Line Pet Nutrition Supplements offer a range of fish oil supplements to meet a variety of canine and feline needs. If you've been thinking about trying fish oil supplements for your pet, this is your chance to try them for FREE!

The best ingredients for homemade cat food are easily available, affordable and provide some really amazing health benefits. These are just 5 superfood ingredients that I use a lot, but they aren't the only nutritious ingredients that are healthy for our cats. Cooking homemade cat food is an easy way to add extra nutrition to your pet's diet, but it's also a good way to provide enticing meals for picky eaters.

Dogs come in many shapes and sizes. Thanks to decades of selective breeding, humans have turned dogs into the most diverse land animal on the planet. Breeds are most often assumed by a dog’s physical characteristics, but this isn’t an accurate assumption.

Giving your dog vaccinations at home is more affordable than taking him to the vet, but you'll need to learn how to give a puppy a shot the proper way.

You can feel your pet’s heartbeat on the left side of the chest at the area where a raised elbow will touch the chest. Your pet should be calm and quiet. Place your hand over this area of the chest and feel for a heartbeat.