Training Your Cat to Sit When You Ask it To (Part One)
Firstly, you will need to draw the cat’s attention to the treat hand. Tell the cat to sit, raise the treat hand so his head lifts and gently push his rear end downwards toward a sitting position. You will probably find he resists, but don’t be too forceful. Apply gentle pressure for a couple of…
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Getting rid of fleas
Even the cleanest of homes and the most well-cared for pets may suffer from fleas from time to time. If your pet is frequently scratching itself and has noticeable tiny, dark balls in their fur which is the excrement from fleas, then it is likely that they will have fleas. On closer inspection you may…
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Some surprising facts about pet rats
Rats are surprisingly friendly, clean and sociable and make great family pets. They are highly intelligent and, if you pay attention to your rat, you will observe a host of interesting behaviours. Being naturally curious and inquisitive, you will find your pet rat will explore enthusiastically any new object which is introduced into its surroundings…
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Pet Trade Events – Why Visit?
Whether you own a pet store or simply an animal lover, pet trade events are something you definitely don’t want to miss in the United Kingdom. Offering a wide variety of products specifically designed to make your pet’s life easier, you will be amazed at just how extensive the market is for people who love…
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Keeping a cat indoors at all times
This has become a relatively new idea; to keep a cat solely as a house cat and to never allow it to roam outside. Some pet owners think that it is essential to allow a cat outside to follow its natural instincts to hunt, explore its territory and to go to the toilet. However, since…
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