Choosing a Pet

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Choosing a pet is an important decision that one should research and think carefully about. Choosing the right pet for your lifestyle, family and other commitments is a big decision we have a few tips.

Are you a cat person or a dog person?

Ever been on a date and someone has asked if you’re a dog or cat person? Does the answer really matter? Or is there meaning behind it? According to a poll by Associated Press Petside.com, there are a lot more dog people out there, since 74% of their test sample feel they are dog people and only 41% are cat people. I feel the connection between people and cats is a lot different than the connection between people and dogs. Most Dogs are sociable; they enjoy playing with you and sleeping next to you. They crave attention and love and without anyone around they feel lost. Most cats I have come across, in contrast are quite snobby no matter how hard you try to change them. They are never to be seen during the day and only as kittens or . . .

Posted By chantelle on Tuesday 8th April 2014 @ 10:11:28

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Choosing the right Dog

How to select the perfect pet dog for your home and family If you have decided to get a pet dog for your home, it bears giving some thought to the decision before selecting an animal that you hope will be a cherished and integral part of the family. Selecting a puppy because your daughter thinks it's cute might be a nice gesture but it could be the wrong decision in the long run. Here are some things to think about if you are selecting a pet dog. Firstly, you want to look at your own space and your family. This will often eliminate many dog breeds or types from the selection process. For instance, do you live in an apartment block or do you have a large back yard. If you live in an apartment block, there is no point getting a large dog ( . . .

Posted By mick on Friday 26th October 2012 @ 20:10:08

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Adopt or buy from a breeder

Should you adopt your next pet dog or go to a breeder? Many famous people prefer to adopt their pets from shelters or elsewhere rather than go to a breeder. President Obama is famous for adopting a Portuguese water spaniel that they named Bo. Other people in the spotlight prefer to go down the adoption route. Justin Bieber adopted a Papillon pup which he called Sammy. Other famous “celebs” include Charlize Theron who has rescued 8 dogs over the years. Robert Downey Jr. rescued some abandoned kittens. Adopting a pet rather than buying from a pet store or breeder is in vogue but also makes a lot of sense. Sad Truth It's estimated that 250,000 dogs and cats are euthanized each year in Australia. The sad truth is that these . . .

Posted By mick on Wednesday 24th October 2012 @ 23:52:37

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