Pedigree Dogs Exposed 2/2 Three Years On

Please Subscribe To The Evolution Documentary YouTube Channel: www.youtube.com Broadcast (2012) In 2008, Pedigree Dogs Exposed lifted the lid on the true extent of the health and welfare problems faced by pedigree dogs in the UK. The startling exposé of harmful breeding practices generated a massive reaction from the public and from those involved in dog breeding. The programme's producer Jemima Harrison returns to explore what has happened since she made the original film. Now a campaigner on dog welfare, Jemima takes a personal look at the positive changes that have been introduced since the original film and investigates areas of continuing concern, particularly among breeds like the pug, the bulldog and the Cavalier King Charles spaniel. Jemima hears from dog breeders and a range of experts, many of whom express grave worries about the future of some of our best-loved breeds. She asks whether, with so much that needs to be done to improve these dogs' health and welfare, now is the time to radically restructure how the world of pedigree dogs is run and regulated.

If It Were Realistic - Attack Dogs (Call of Duty Black Ops Machinima)

www.youtube.com Click above to watch If It Were Realistic: Bomb Defusal (Call of Duty Black Ops Machinima) If It Were Realistic: Attack Dogs (Call of Duty Black Ops Machinima) Enemy dogs inbound! How many times have you heard that and wondered if the Attack Dogs in Call of Duty Black Ops are even remotely realistic? Drift0r at Euphorian Films wondered the same thing and came up with this machinima to showcase a new and terrifying breed of attack dogs based on firsthand accounts from the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. Director's Channel: www.youtube.com www.youtube.com - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - This video will show you: How to play Call of Duty: Black Ops How to make Machinima How to make a parody - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - Follow Machinima on Twitter! Machinima twitter.com Inside Gaming twitter.com Machinima Respawn twitter.com Machinima Entertainment, Technology, Culture twitter.com FOR MORE MACHINIMA, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE GAMEPLAY, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE SPORTS GAMEPLAY, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE TRAILERS, GO TO: www.youtube.com FOR MORE MMO & RPG GAMEPLAY, GO TO: www.youtube.com Tags: "call of duty black ops" if it were realistic iiwr was real drift0r euphorian films film black ops attack dog dogs puppy puppies power pooches shiba inu shibainu cam camera kill comedy funny hilarious in the game m16 acog mp5k throwing knife tomahawk c4 machinima call ...

Dog Meets Wolf

Rasta the Vizsla slowly stalks down a wolf on a golf course (turns out it was a coyote). This is real time, not slowed down, the stalking was actually about 6 minutes, cut down to a bit over 2 minutes. Shaky screen because it was filmed on an iPhone, I just figured out how to stabilize the video, but YouTube says this video has too many Views to save it that way. A German company owns the music, so cannot save this video to allow mobile or TV, but someone said this works: www.vidvir.com although does not show on my iPhone. The first song is from Jaws, the second song from Wizard of Oz. The dog is pointing, a Vizsla, one of the oldest breeds, 1000 years old. Thanks for so much support. Thanks.

How to Bathe and Dry a Dog

Tips for bathing and drying a dog. Hosted by Cassandra Reed of Animal Planet's "Groomer Has It". How to give a dog a bath

Boxer Dog Puppy Training - Getting Used To Using A Leash

Boxer dog puppy training - collar and lead / leash training ideas for your boxer dog puppy. www.boxer-dogs.net

2 - Mastiff - A Gammonwood Tale - (Part 1.2)

Mastiff- A Gammonwood Tale Part 1.2 Release of Part one of our Documentary. File split into two parts (1.1 & 1.2)

Tiny Teacup Maltese Puppies PERFECTION!

www.StarYorkie.com is proud to present our new litter of tiny teacup Maltese puppies who just became available. Each one of these tiny Maltese puppies can be titled "The Cutest Tea-cup Maltese Puppy in the WORLD". If your looking for a perfect super small Tcup Maltese puppy than Star Yorkie is the place to get it from. See more pictures and info on our website www.StarYorkie.com or call us at 818-757-7473. We are located in Los Angeles California and also breed Teacup Yorkie puppies, Teacup Pomeranian puppies and other designer Teacup breeds.

Save the Pitbull!

A video of pictures from sorryagain.com. Song by Kate Bush.

Two Thumbnails Up! (Peter Chao's Boring Vlogs)

Tweet this vlog! bit.ly Facebook this vlog! on.fb.me NEW "Hatorade" SHIRT! www.districtlines.com LIVE CHAT with Peter Chao - Become a Fan! bit.ly Peter Chao's Boring Vlogs: www.youtube.com Peter Chao's iPhone App: bit.ly Peter Chao on Google Plus gplus.to Peter Chao on FACEBOOK! on.fb.me Peter Chao on TWITTER! www.twitter.com PETER CHAO T-SHIRTS! www.cafepress.com Outro Music by The Arka Teks Song: "Your Face" http:/www.thearkateks.com Channel Design: www.youtube.com Inquiries for YOUTUBE & LIVE EVENTS Promotion: sarah(at)bigfra.me

The Shiba Inu: About the Breed

Project for a video class. I really wish I could upload the DVD menu too, that was my favorite part, lol. Credit to Right Puppy Kennel for the use of their pictures

Mishka's Dog B-Day Party!!!!!

Happy Birthday Mishka the Talking Husky! The cake is compliments of The Barkery thebarkeryonline.com What a great time for all! (Don't worry, the cake is made from dog-friendly ingredients!)

Crazy Cat Attacks Dog!

Hi! I'm Lindsay, the one with the weird laugh. :) Come visit my channels and subscribe. Youtube.com/Hubsterlee Youtube.com/YOULindsay ******************************************************************* I adopted Leo. He was born with diabetes. He did funny things like this on a daily basis, he made sure he was never bored! Our vet had him on a very strict diet and he had insulin shots twice a day, every day. He hated the food, but was not bothered by the shots at all. His health began to deteriorate. he stopped eating and lost a lot of weight. Everything we tried with the vet didnt work. Then one day he passed away. He was a very funny cat with a huge personality. Thank-you for all the nice and funny comments.

I Love Lucy: Fred the Cairn Terrier - Dog Tricks

Hilarious scene featuring Fred the Cairn Terrier and Lucy trying to prove unsuccessfully that he was top of his obedience class. www.nothinbuttdogs.com

Basenji on CBS Early Show

A Basenji was featured as one of the rare breeds on CBS' Early Show dog week.

Moonwalking Puppy

Puppy learns to moonwalk. For those asking what breed he is: Mix breed "POM CHI" (Pomeranian/Chihuahua mix). If you like it please rate or comment. Chub Rocks is now a father. Watch his puppies here: www.youtube.com A cute dog surprise: www.youtube.com Watch "Cutest 3 puppies in the world": www.youtube.com Watch him all grown up as of today: www.youtube.com Watch "Chubs" as a newborn puppy fresh out of mom: www.youtube.com Watch "Chubs" aka. Moonwalking puppy growing up: www.youtube.com Watch his reaction to a belly rub: www.youtube.com

Effort Girl Prepares Saint Bernard for Westminster

Local girl has 5 Saint Bernards - Adam Richins / Pocono Record Rachel Ertle, 11, of Effort, PA. has qualified her Saint Bernard "Kitty" in the Junior Showmanship and Breed Ring at The Westminster Kennel Club's 132nd annual dog show, Feb. 11-12, 2008, at Madison Square Garden. Read the story at www.poconorecord.com

Bulldog Breed, Norman in his Boat

Norman Wisdom

Dog First Aid : How to Take a Dog's Temperature

Learn how to take a dog's temperature and what the normal dog's normal temperature is in this free video clip. Expert: Elise McMahon Bio: Elise McMahon has a Ph.D. in animal behavior and has been working with both domestic and wild dogs since the early 1990s. Filmmaker: Christian Munoz-Donoso

From Baghdad With Love Video

When Marines enter an abandoned house in Fallujah, Iraq, and hear a suspicious noise, they clench their weapons, edge around the corner, and prepare to open fire. What they find during the US led attack on the "most dangerous city on Earth," however, is not an insurgent bent on revenge, but a tiny puppy left behind when most of the city's population fled before the bombing. Despite military law that forbids the keeping of pets, the Marines de-flea the pup with kerosene, de-worm him with chewing tobacco, and fill him up on Meals Ready to Eat. Thus begins the dramatic rescue attempt of a dog named Lava and Lava's rescue of at least one Marine, Lieutenant Colonel Jay Kopelman, from the emotional ravages of war. From hardened Marines to war-time journalists to endangered Iraqi citizens, From Baghdad, With Love tells an unforgettable true story of an unlikely band of heroes who learn unexpected lessons about life, death, and war from a mangy little flea-ridden refugee. The book From Baghdad With Love is now available at bookstores every where.

pitbulls breeding

www.breakinbadbluepits.webs.com Swag at 14 months trying hard to nail Crystal with little luck.

Darla The English Bulldog 9 Week Old Puppy Plays Outside

She is 9 weeks old and she is such a brat! She is so spoiled by family and my girlfriends family. She is so adorable. We purchased her from a breeder in Ohio and he is a great person. He took such great care of her and you can tell he loves what he does. Don't forget to subscribe, rate and comment! I'll be posting a bunch of videos as she continues to grow. If you are interested on getting a English Bulldog please read up on the breed first. This breed is not like any other dog! Also watch out for scammers on the internet. If the price of the puppy is cheap and seems too good to be true then most likely its a scam.

Bennett Presser: Act more like dogs

David Bennett wants his team to act like dogs instead of cats at his weekly press conference leading up to CCU's game against Catawba To see more of the best of Bennett: www.carolinalive.com

Classic Game Room - PS3 SIXAXIS Controller review

Classic Game Room HD reviews the Playstation 3 PS3 Sixaxis controller for the PS3 video game console. How does this compare vs. other controllers like the one on the Xbox 360? Watch and learn. With the help of Stella the Classic Game Room dog CGRHD reviews controllers with the detail that you would expect. See the PS2 and PS3 style controller in action. It can move around, has dual analog and no shock feature. Wireless and it recharges when plugged into the PS3. Can Sony make a better controller, why does the system only come with one? How good is it when playing gameplay with awesome games like Soul Calibur IV, Metal Gear Solid IV and GTA4? Watch the review of this amazing joystick controller and find out. So, have you ever seen a puppy review video games and gaming accessories? No? Well then welcome to CGRHD. The most asinine review concept ever created. Animals have more instinct than analytical brains and when taken into account we can accept their immediate judgement as gospel. If the dog thumbs her nose at the PS3 controller then she doesn't like it. That would be hard for her to do because she doesn't have thumbs. Only 4 paws!!! 4 PAWS OF VIDEO GAMING MADNESS!!!! Ok... Classic Game Room dog is a German Shepherd Chow Chow mixed breed. She sheds a lot.

What is clicker training?- dog training

What is clicker training? Clicker training is a way of training animals in which desirable behavior is marked with a sound maker and then reinforced, making the behavior more likely to happen in the future. Who can use clicker training? People of all ages! What animals can be clicker trained? All animals, young or old. All species and breeds, small or large. Clicker training creates strong reliable behaviors, and is a great way of modifying behavior- solving shyness, reactivity and aggression. It is also a ethical way to bond with your companion animal as you train the animal to want to do what you want them to do, rather than physically or psychologically intimidating the animal to do what you want. Here are the youtube users channels in order of appearance: newbear95 hechiasia pamelamarxsen rogersmmr VTECsqznN2O plumwoodposse animalloverlizzy zsianz1 nanabordercollie 2Gr8Tervs fukutowataru alomaro Also appearing: Julia Faci Chula and Nena Rodney the pittie mix Therapy dogs: Libby and Fiona And my own wonderful dogs! ☺

Animal Planet's "Dogs 101: Boston Terriers"

An episode of Animal Planet's "Dogs 101: Boston Terriers" that we shot with special guest Rose McGowan.

Moments with Baxter

Baxter March 23, 1990 October 16, 2009 Baxter, the worlds best, most devoted, and oldest therapy dog, 19 years and 6 months, eased peacefully from his life on Friday afternoon, October 16th. Baxter is an nineteen years old Therapy Dog. Truly this dog is a blessing. You can purchase his Book "Moments With Baxter" at www.amazon.com ALL proceeds from the sale of the book are being donated to charity. You can also visit Baxter's Wesite at www.momentswithbaxter.com

Spudgy's New Dog Mohawk

For more, go to www.eatyourkimchi.com On Facebook: www.facebook.com On Twitter: www.twitter.com Spudgy got a new Dog Mohawk. We asked you to vote on the color you wanted on Facebook, and blue won! So here's the whole dog mohawk process: start to finish. Look at how awesome he is now! SHAZAM!

Dogs 101- Irish Wolfhound

For more, visit animal.discovery.com Standing up to 7-feet-tall on its hind legs, the Irish Wolfhound is one of the tallest dogs in the world!

underground dogfight's... (part 2)

...nipper's journey to the uk. I didn't like this documentary. II would have uploaded everything, this sure would have ignited a heated discussion. The producers of this documentary seem also to forget: you should judge the deed not the breed.

Gundog Display - Philippa Williams - Levenghyl Gundogs - Crufts 2012

Gundog Display - Philippa Williams - Levenghyl Gundogs

Sold. Tally Ho Commander

Tally Ho Commander, Shire Stud. This video may NOT be suitable for all viewers! This video is graphic, it was taken during semen collection intended for breeding purposes. If you think you may find this video offensive, PLEASE do not watch! If you would like to find out more about Tally Ho Commander WITHOUT watching this video you can visit his web site at www.tallyhosporthorses.com Thank you!

No Pulling!: Clicker Dog Training

I made this video just to show that you can use the same leash walking tips (as my loose leash walking video with a chihuahua in it) with Dogs of all breeds and sizes. All dogs learn in the same way using positive reinforcement training.

Why I Love Italian Greyhounds

Amelie and I are on a greeting card available at Target: www.flickr.com Part II is now up! - www.youtube.com This is why my wife and I are in love with our Italian Greyhounds. Every single night, Amelie rubs her face against ours, trying to get us to kiss her. Such a wonderful breed. The Italian Greyhound in this video was adopted. We did not buy her from a pet store or a breeder. Someone else bought her from a petstore and could not keep her. Our other two IG's are rescue dogs. There is no reason to buy from a breeder or a petstore. We got three pure bred Italian Greyhounds all under the age of 1 by adoption or rescue.

The Wild World of The Sims 3 Pets (original narration by Randall)

Learn more about the limited edition breeds from The Sims 3 Pets for Xbox 360 and PS3. Treat your Sims to 10 exclusive, unique breeds, including tiger dogs and skunk cats found only in the Limited Edition. They may not be honey badgers, but they are still as fearless and crazy. Original narration by Randall. Available October 18, 2011. Visit www.TheSims3.com/pets for more information!

Extreme pitbull champion! Best pit bull dog in world!

Look this xtreme pitbull !!! Rajah is the biggest pitbull on the world in action! Pitbull fighting against fight ! World champion in game dog! Championship dog jumps ! Game dog ! Best dog world !Big jump ! Rajah is one of the most complete Pit Bulls in the world!! Trained in the training center of the pit bull RC in Brasilia Sports won the largest number of bonds between all the dogs of his District, becoming the greatest champion that the Federal District has ever known!! Watch this video of some moments of her life victorious!! If interested in puppies, please contact us at email: rajahpitbull@hotmail.com Thanks for watching!! Make a comment!!!

Fast dog

A short movie of my racing dog. She's damn fast, and love to play around with other dogs. She's a mix of Whippet and Italian Greyhound

Blue Great Dane Puppy attacks German Shepherd

Penny, our 8 week old Blue Great Dane Puppy, trying to play with Katie our parents 3 year old German Shepherd. Go see our other videos...

Peter Chao HANGS OUT with Dog - "Boring Vlogs" Ep. 14

**CLICK HERE** to TWEET THIS VIDEO: clicktotweet.com LIKE ME on FACEBOOK! on.fb.me FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER! www.twitter.com Synopsis: In episode fourteen of Peter Chao's incredibly boring vlogs, hehangs out with his dog Dallas before sending him off to the dog hotel. Also: fun times before a delayed flight. BUY PETER CHAO'S AWESOME T-SHIRTS (ALL Proceeds go to Japan) panicpop.com www.cafepress.com For OTHER UNEDITED Vlogs (PeterChaoTime Channel) Click HERE: bit.ly Buy "Partyology" by The Arka Teks on iTunes: bit.ly Business Inquiries for YOUTUBE Promotion: sarah(at)thecloudmedia.com Peter Chao LIVE! Attractions Inquiries: DEdley(at)gershla.com tj(at)gershla.com All OTHER Inquiries: chao.outside(at)gmail.com

Dogs 101 - Poodle

For More Dogs 101 Check Out: animal.discovery.com The poodle is one of the most popular dog breeds in America. Learn more about this foo-foo dog.

meet yoki: smart pekingese doggy

I've read somewhere that pekingese are the 7th dumbest dog breed out there. I like to think otherwise. Meet Yoki, my aunt's purebred pekingese dog who's super smart. She literally has around 30+ toys--Mr.Moo, lion, tootsie roll, lollipop etcetc-- that she can recognize and retrieve upon command. And she's also "bilingual," able to understand commands in both english and chinese (teo chew) =)

Rhodesian Ridgeback Video (Animal Planet)

AMERICAN PIT BULL KILLER CANINE OR FAMILY FRIEND

RUNTIME.......: 63 Minutes Directed by...: Marilyn Braverman Studio........: Facets Video WRITER........: Marilyn and Chuck Braverman GENRE.........: Documentary Explore the evolution of the breed that started as beloved dogs to people such as Helen Keller and as the Little Rascals' famous dog, to the stereotypes associated with the breed. Includes footage of dog fighting, protection training, and more.

Breed All About It - Labrador

Explore the rich development of Labradors, thought to be the most versatile of breeds.

Great Dane vs Small Dog *MUST SEE*SURPRISE ENDING!

i think it's clear who won...LOL :D My Sensitivity/Settings/Controller Guide: youtu.be ✰ One with Valor is on facebook and twitter! ✰ twitter.com www.facebook.com ↓ ↓ ↓ Watch by Playlist ↓ ↓ ↓ Professional Tutorials: www.youtube.com Commentaries: www.youtube.com Montages: www.youtube.com Reviews: www.youtube.com

Anatomy In Animation

Annotations complete. A visual look at some general anatomy of quadrapedal mammels, applied to drawings and animation. Why do i use Non-existant, mythical creatures? Well this isnt a guide on a specific creature's anatomy. Anatomy differs from creature to creature, even between breeds of a species like dogs and horses, and its very much encouraged that you go look at them yourselves and glean what you need. What i've done here, is taken what i've learnt from studying thousands of horses, dogs, big cats and other creatures, applied them to and formed my own creatures to use as a generalised example. With a healthy knowledge of a species' general anatomy, you can then start to play around with its limitations and make your characters more believable. Originally 24 frames in doubles at 25 fps, however fps was improperly modified to suit the music Gif of the skeleton is available on my DeviantArt: darkmanethewerewolf.deviantart.com Need reference from live animals? www.youtube.com Music: Soap & Skin- Mr. Gaunt PT 1000 Inspired by the Ford Mondeo advert "Beauty comes from within" which also uses this song.

Boo the Dog on Good Morning America 9-9-11

It's Boo!!!! In Times Square!!

The Hulk Walkthrough - Stages 4/5 'End of the Line & A Different Breed'

Levels 4 and 5. Half-Life boss battle. No, not with Gordon Freeman.

Dogs101 Papillon

watch dogs 101 on animal planet :D enjoy and dont forget the comment :D

Saku, Great German Shepherd dog

This is a video of my german shepherd.

World's Saddest Dog: On a Mission to Stop the Puppy Mills

Jana Kohl and her dog Baby are on a mission. A mission to stop puppy mills...and sell some books along the way to help the cause. Jana rescued Babay, a roughly nine-year-old poodle who had been locked in a cage. Jana and Baby (whose sweet face and three-legged hobble attract attention wherever she goes) found themselves speaking to groups about the terrible conditions at many breeders' farms and urging politicians to change the lax laws that regulate this industry. Today, Baby is the unofficial spokesdog for the Humane Society of the United States on the topic of puppy mills, and she and Jana travel around the country lobbying for reform on this important issue. Go Jana. Go Baby. And go WGN-TV for spotlighting this important issue.

Minecraft: 1.2 Jungle Treehouse Village Ep.17 w/ Richnitch and Minicowcake

Leave a like if you loved it :D Me and my friends play some Minecraft on the 1.2 update. Making villages in the jungle. Kinda like excommunicated as well. We also have goals they we need to finish before the series end. Maybe more people will join us in the future. GOALS: *Breed dogs to make a Puppy *Breed and find cats and make a Kitty *Breed village people(Squidwards) and make a child *Complete our Jungle Treehouse Village *Make and Iron Golem *Build something at the new Skyblock level *Find a Jungle Cave (If it is actually real) *Have Fun Twitter:twitter.com

St. Bernard Saint dog pet puppy

Lisle the Saint Bernard puppy 6 Sep 2006

Akita Slideshow

* * * * * MUST READ: * * * * * * "Excuse me, but what kind of dog is that? He looks just like a big bear!" Chances are, the questioner has just met an Akita, a Natural Treasure of Japan. Akitas are most striking and impressive creatures with an attitude of nobility and an appearance of strength and power. Their most noticeable physical characteristic is a large, bear-like head with erect, triangular ears set at a slight angle following the arch of the neck. They have thick, stand-offish coats, and tight cat feet, well knuckled up. Their tails curl over the top of the back in a graceful sweep down the loin, into a gentle curl, or into a double curl. Their colors are rich and clear, like paint on a canvas. Mature males measure at least 25 inches at the withers and weigh more than 100 pounds. Mature females measure at least 23 inches and weigh approximately 80 pounds. Recognized by the American Kennel Club in 1973, the Akita is a rather new breed in the United States. While the Akita breed is magnificently stunning this breed is certainly not a breed for everyone. *HACHIKO! Oh, that got your attention! Did you just see the movie starring Richard Gere and a cast of Akitas? Now you want one just like that for your very own. Such loyalty, such beauty, you think you can own a living icon of dedication and loyalty like Hachiko and you want one immediately. Did you know that Mr. Gere said that Akitas are not food motivated, not anxious to please you but are stubborn, difficult to ...

Tina and Chandi - Britain's Got Talent 2010 - Auditions Week 1

Britain's Got Talent: Kate and Gin from series 2 in 2008 have always been an incredibly tough act to follow, but Tina and Chandi may have just exceeded them! With their incredible dance routine, Simon will be sad he missed it! itv.com

It's A Dog's Life (Part 1)

A bull terrier tells his life story, from the streets of the Bowery to a life of luxury. Part 1 of 9 Sorry for the Poor Quality, it's a VHS Rip, This Film isn't Available on DVD It's A Dog's Life Bull Terrier 1955

Dog Training - How to train an attack dog. K9-1 Dog Training Style

Dog Training. How to train a dog to attack. guard dog breeds are being trained to attack and protect using muzzles, hidden sleeve training, dog bite suits, and other dog training methods. Dog training in New York. Personal protection training, obedience dog training, aggressive, and aggression rehab dog training. Many new dog training methods are developed at k9-1 specialized Dog Training. www.k9-1.com

Amazing Shelter Dog Rescue Story

A shelter dog's story: Watch the story of how an ill-mannered former shelter dog, Vinny Love, transforms into a wonderful companion with talent! I didn't raise him from when he was a puppy. In fact, I know nothing of his history. He's not purebred. And he didn't have the perfect manners, in fact he had aggression issues! However, with training, he was able to transform into a great dog with wonderful manners. I see tons of awesome purebred Retrievers, German Shepherds, Australian Shepherds, Belgian Malinois, Border Collies, and Jack Russell Terriers doing stunts and obedience but Vinny and I are proof that mix-breed shelter dogs can do it too, EVEN the ones with behavior issues! Our goal through these videos is to not only showcase Vinny Love's talent, but more importantly, show the world that there are MILLIONS of remarkable animals just like Vinny being euthanized and KILLED in animal shelters worldwide. If Vinny and I have even inspired 1 person to adopt his/her next animal through our videos, we've done our job.

Purebred Labrador puppies

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Rottweiler Puppies (7 Weeks Old)

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Identifying Dog Worms and their Symptoms

There are 5 different types of dog worms (internal parasites), which your dog can fall prey to. These are: heartworm, hookworm, roundworm, tapeworm and whipworm. As a dog owner, I recommend that you educate yourself on these worms in order to be able to recognize the symptoms if they should become evident in your dog.

Early worm detection is important because each type of dog worm requires a different form of treatment. You should also be aware of the fact that roundworm and hookworm are zoonotic, which means that these worms can be transmitted to humans. Some worm infestations may show little to no symptoms, whereas others can demonstrate severe symptoms, such as vomiting, diarrhea and weight loss. Some dog worms can be seen by the naked eye while some cannot, therefore it is a good idea to ask your vet to perform a stool test for dog worms once a year.

Below you can find a list of common telltale symptoms of dog worm infestation, but keep in mind that these symptoms can also be a sign of a more serious problem. Either way, always consult a veterinarian whenever your dog is not "his usual self."

• Dull coat
  


• Weight loss
  


• Appetite loss
  


• Pot-bellied appearance
  


• Coughing
  


• Low energy level
  


• Diarrhea
  


• Vomiting
  

ROUNDWORMS (Toxocara canis, Toxascaris leonina)

There are two types of Roundworm: Toxocara canis and Toxascaris leonine. This is the most common type of dog worm, which affects the intestines and causes a pot-bellied appearance, mostly in puppies. There are a few ways puppies can become infected. Puppies are often infected before birth through the mother's uterus or through her milk. Puppies can also contract these worms through the ingestion of an infected animal (such as a rodent) or infected soil. Roundworm eggs can live in soil for many years. Once a puppy has ingested the infected soil, the eggs will hatch in his intestines, allowing the worms to live there and grow to adulthood. These adults will then produce more eggs.

Roundworms may be found in your dog's stool or vomit. They can grow to about 7 inches in length and have a spaghetti-like appearance. If this type of infestation is not detected early and is allowed a chance to develop, a buildup of worms in the intestines can cause an obstruction which may result in death. The symptoms of a severe infestation are: pot-belly appearance, diarrhea, vomiting, dull coat and weight loss.

Puppies should be dewormed every 2 weeks between 2 and 12 weeks of age, then monthly until he is 6 months old. Once your puppy has reached 6 months of age, he is less susceptible to contracting these worms but should continue yearly exams (or more often if considered high-risk).

Because Roundworm can be transmitted to humans, it is important to promote good hygiene, such as washing your hands regularly. Transmission of this dog worm to humans is usually through infected soil, which may be in your backyard or front lawn. Because the eggs are sticky and can easily adhere to hands or clothing, make sure children (and adults) wash their hands after playing outside (especially at a park or playground), after playing with the dog and before it's time to eat.

Treatment generally involves administering oral medication (dewormer) with follow-up fecal exams and a monthly heartworm medication. Try 1-800-PetMeds - America's Pet Health Resource

Prevent your dog from contracting roundworms by cleaning up fecal matter from the backyard as often as possible. Also, administering a heartworm medication such as HeartGard - Prescription Heartworm medication for Dogs & Cats is a good preventive. Do not mix wormers and consult your vet before giving your dog any medication. And last, but not least, always remember annual exams.

HOOKWORMS (Ancylostoma caninium)

Like Roundworm, Hookworm harbors in the intestines and can also be transmitted to humans. Hookworms can affect a dog at any age. It is a small, thin worm that hooks on to the intestinal wall and sucks the blood from its victim, which cause anemia and perhaps death. Due to their sharp teeth, they also cause bleeding in the intestines. Hookworms are not visible by the naked eye, therefore should be diagnosed by a vet. As with roundworm, hookworms also live and grow to adulthood in the intestines. They can also be transmitted to pups while in the mother's uterus or through her breast milk. A dog infected with hookworm would experience bloody stool, anemia, weight loss, pale gums, diarrhea and low energy level. Skin irritation can be a sign of a severe infestation.

Hookworms can be transmitted to humans by penetration of the skin, making it is possible for people to become infected simply by walking barefoot on infected soil. Hookworms, when transmitted to humans, can cause bleeding in the intestines along with abdominal pain and diarrhea.

Treatment usually consists of oral medications (dewormer), follow-up fecal exams, intravenous therapy and, if necessary, a blood transfusion. Hookworm infestation can kill your pup before the worm is ever detected. This is why it is so important to keep up with veterinary visits and exams.

TAPEWORMS (Dipylidium caninum)

The tapeworm gets its name from its long, flat, tape-like appearance. It is yet another parasite that affects the intestines, and like the roundworm, can be seen by the naked eye. Broke pieces of this dog worm would be found in the dog's fecal matter, which give it a rice-like appearance. These pieces of worm, although broken, can be found (still moving) around the dog's anus, in his stool or in his bed. Common symptoms of severe tapeworm infestation are abdominal pain, nervousness, severe itching around the anus, vomiting and weight loss.

Transmission to dogs is often caused by the ingestion of infected fleas. Although, humans are susceptible to being infected, a dog cannot transmit the dog worm to a human directly.

Regular over-the-counter deworming medication is not effective in eliminating this type of dog worm. A prescription dewormer is administered orally or by injection (praziquantel or epsiprantel). Consult your vet. Try 1-800-PetMeds - America's Pet Health Resource

WHIPWORMS (Trichuris vulpis)

Whipworms are long, thin (whip-shaped) dog worms that live in the dog's colon and are not visible by the naked eye. They attach themselves to the intestinal walls and feed off of them which, in turn, causes intestinal bleeding. Common symptoms of whipworm infestation are anemia, weight loss, flatulence, diarrhea with blood or mucus in the stool and lack of energy.

Although whipworms are the most difficult to eliminate among the families of dog worms, there is effective treatment available.

Whipworm is most effectively treated with fenbendazole (panacur), but febantel can also be used. Prescription medications are usually more effective. The treatment lasts for up to 5 days and is repeated after 3 weeks. After this treatment is finished, consult your vet about recommending a heartworm medication (containing milbemycin oxime) as a prophylactic to future infestation. Try 1-800-PetMeds - America's Pet Health Resource

Along with administering heartworm medication regularly, here are other ways to prevent reinfection:

• Remove feces from backyard every few days


• Clean yard with a safe cleaning agent (which kills worms)


• Have feces tested every 6 months (more often if previously infected)

HEARTWORMS (Dirofilaria immitis)

Heartworm, although highly preventable, has the potential to be fatal, if contracted and left untreated.

Heartworm is spread by mosquitoes, mostly during the warm months when mosquitoes are most active. The mosquito becomes infected from biting dogs that carry the disease. These dog worms destroy the muscle and tissue of the heart, which can cause congestive heart failure and result in death. At this advanced stage, your dog would experience the typical signs of worms, such as pot-belly, coughing, lack of energy and dull coat.

Unfortunately, there are no symptoms of this disease until it has progressed to an advanced stage. For this reason, it is important to start your dog on a heartworm preventative such as HeartGard - Prescription Heartworm medication for Dogs & Cats at 6 months of age (after the first stage deworming process is complete. Check with your vet). Prevention is the best medicine.

General guidelines for dog worm prevention

• When walking your dog in a park, picking up his feces as a standard practice not only prevents soil contamination, but also prevents the spread of many other dog diseases.



• Regular visits to the vet and stool testing is a great way to prevent dog worms, as well as other illnesses. Twice-yearly worm testing is recommended. Make sure your dog is tested for worms before starting a heartworm preventative.



• High-risk dogs should be screened more often (check with your vet).



• Flea control is important because fleas are responsible for the spread of tapeworms.



• Most puppies find feces quite appetizing. Keep your dog away from feces: his own as well as others. This is the most common form of worm infestation.



• When cleaning your dog's area, such as his bed or crate, spray it with a strong saltwater solution and let dry. This aids in the prevention of worms.



• Before traveling with your dog to obscure destinations, consult your vet of the potential risks to your dog.



• Avoid exposing your dog to stray animals, birds and dead rodents, which often harbor immature tapeworms that can mature inside your dog.



• Contact your vet if your dog displays any symptoms after receiving worm medication.

This information is NOT intended to replace the advice of a veterinarian, dog trainer or pet care professional.

Nancy Settecasi, Owner of Happy K-9 Dog Care Proud owner of Cookie and Skippy, Cocker Spaniels, Dog Lover http://www.happyk-9.com

Rhodesian Ridgebacks, Dogs that chase down and hold lions at bay, Lion hunters.

There are videos of a single Rhodesian Ridgeback chasing a lion up a tree. A Male lion, I saw the video Awhile back. It was something else, but I guess with all big cats man has something to do with it, and fear animals have instinctively of man. Rhodesian Ridgebacks chase lions and track, mainly used in South Africa. these is a remarkably breed, also known as lion hunters.

Top 10 Smartest Dog Breeds! (Official Kennel Clubs List)

www.DogsTop10.com Song: Who Lets The Dogs Out by Bahamen These are top 10 smartest dogs, made by Kennel Clubs, an official dog breed organization, based on how many repetitions it took for a certain breed to master a new command. The breeds on our list took at least 5 repetitions or less to learn a new command, and tended to obey first commands more than 95 per cent of the time. Don't be mad if your dog is not in this list ;p

Bread Mold Science Fair Projects Ideas

If you're looking for an interesting science fair project, then you may want to read more about bread mold science fair projects that you can do. They are easy and inexpensive to do but also allow you to follow all the steps of the scientific method.

It helps to first understand a little about mold. Mold is another word for fungi whose bodies gather and congeal together to form cottony vegetative bodies. Not all mold is cottony, however. Types of slimy mold are more like amoeba than their cottony cousins and leave a moister, slicker mass on the molded surface. However when it comes to bread, you will most always see the drier, threadlike mold.

Mold commonly grows on bread faster in warm, dark, moist conditions. However, mold can grow in light, and some molds can even grow on frozen foods. Molds grow in varying conditions, at varying speeds, in every color you can think of.

Not just a disgusting addition to old food, mold can be beneficial in many ways. One of the most common ways mold is used positively is to make antibiotics such as penicillin. In 1928, Alexander Fleming accidentally discovered penicillin when he found mold growing on a discarded petri dish. The mold itself was not the miracle. Fleming discovered that the mold that had grown had killed the Staphylococcus aureus that he'd been growing in that particular petri dish. The rest is history!

Now that you know a little more about bread mold, you can use the ideas below to help you find potential bread mold science fair projects.

Does sodium have an effect on the growth of bread mold?

How and why does mold form on bread?

Is bread mold harmful to the human body if consumed? Why?

What are the optimal conditions for growing bread mold? Why?

Does light have an effect on the growth of bread mold? If so, what kind?

Do certain types of breads mold faster than others?

How to grow bread mold...

Take a cotton swab and collect some dust. Wipe the dust over the bread slices you want to experiment with. Place them in a bag with a few drops of water and seal the bag so the slices don't dry out.

Now you know a little more about bread mold and the types of experiments you can do. You may have an idea of what you would like to try as a project. Simply by asking questions about things that interest you, you can come up with great bread mold science fair projects that can be fun to do!

Doug Nicholson is a nuclear engineering technician, science hobbyist, and amateur inventor. Visit his site =>http://www.science-projects-resources.com for lots more Science Fair Projects ideas and articles.

The Optimum Cichlid Aquarium Set Up

The groups of fishes commonly referred to as Cichlids, comprise a vast group of, generally larger and more aggressive fishes from Africa and South and Central America with a few species being found in Asia. They offer such a large variety of bright colors, shapes and habits that they have become one of the most popular fishes kept by hobbyist's world wide.

Such is the diversity of species, breeding habits and feeding that it becomes necessary to set up different groups of Cichlids in different tanks. Some of these include African Cichlids, American Cichlids, Dwarf Cichlids or Discus. It is usually recommended that you keep these like minded fishes together and don't mix them in general.

Selecting and Positioning Your Tank

Always try to choose a tank with the largest possible surface area and volume as most cichlids grow quite large. Make sure you always have a glass cover to stop your fish jumping out.

Position your new aquarium so that you avoid direct sunlight hitting the aquarium for too long as this can cause excessive algae problems.

Choosing Gravel, Decor and Setting Up

Cichlids are quite territorial and the more holes, refuges and interesting "zones" you can create make for a much harmonized community.

A good starting point is to place in your tank a background that can offer the realism and natural environment that these fish will feel very relaxed and unstressed in. Check out the cichlid mansion range from Aquarium + Reptile Rocks Inc if you want something extraordinary.

Next is the gravel we advise a fine blended gravel as too coarse a gravel size allows uneaten food and waste to accumulate in the pockets between pebbles away from water flow that break it down. There are several varieties to choose from. Clean your gravel in small quantities in a bucket. Three or four rinses should be sufficient. Place the cleaned gravel into your tank along with a little water.

Next to add some more "zones" you can add cleaned rocks and driftwood and position them. Triangulate your decorations to create a greater depth of field and provide an amphitheatre where the fish can congregate in a community setting. Try to slope your gravel slightly towards the rear and sides using rocks and logs to create tiers and depth. The lightweight rocks from A+RR Inc like quartz rocks, north head ridge, barnacle, rock pool and charred wood make this fun and easy to do. When you have the major decorations in place, add a little water, if this is a little dirty from the gravel siphon this dirty water out again into your bucket.

Next fill your tank. Avoid disturbing the gravel by using a plate or newspaper onto which you can direct the water flow. Some coral sand is a good addition to an African tank, while white Rift Lake Sand looks great for Africans also but can show up detritus badly. These aspects will be discussed further later.

Preparing your Tap Water

Next we must treat our tap water to remove harmful chlorine and ammonia. There are several products that will remove both, the best value is Amquel Instant water Detoxifier.

It is also necessary to replace electrolytes like, magnesium, and potassium making in tap water.

The electrolytic aquarium salts are essential to fishes well being. Not only provide an anti-bacterial effect, but help fishes produce body slime to protect themselves from infection and create an essential osmotic barrier so they do not dehydrate. Make sure it is dissolved before adding to your aquarium.

There are also several products we can use to specific water conditions for African and Discus. To calculate water volume: consider 10cm x 10cm x 10cm = 1 liter. So length (cm) x Width (cm) x Height (cm) divided by 1000 = Volume (liters).

Biological Filter Supplementation

The Best way to get crystal clear water is to pro-actively provide bacteria cultures as biological filter supplement. In our opinion WASTE CONTROL and CYCLE used in conjunction with one another or HBH TERMINITE are the best way to enhance your filtration and stay ahead of the game. People using these products simply do not encounter the same problems as people who take a minimalist approach (don't use a filter supplement) and end up constantly reacting to problems. These bacteria cultures help convert all organic wastes to ammonia then further to nitrite and finally to nitrate. To establish your tanks bacteria populations can take several weeks but is accelerated greatly by adding supplements. Do not overstock your new aquarium during this run in period.

Filtration

All good filters provide ample filter media surface areas for the colonization of aerobic (oxygen breathing) denitrifying bacteria which break down fish waste. The greater the volume of the filter and the greater the flow rate, the bigger the population of bacteria to keep your tank clean. This is Biological filtration. All good filters should provide some sponge as Mechanical filtration. Chemical filtration is also important. We always use ammonia remover as a safeguard. Carbon is also beneficial but Purigen is superior. It is rechargeable and will also remove log stains from your tank (That is if you did not use the Charred wood from A+RR Inc). Remember to rinse loose particles out before adding to your filter.

Filter Types

Freshwater Trickle filters offer the most filtration for large seriously stocked tanks.

External Canister filers like the PRIME, EHEIM, FLUVAL or VIA AQUA are the best of the commercially available filters. They offer the largest volume of media and can be concealed from view. All these brands have a simple priming system and excellent taps to isolate water in the tubing while the filter is cleaned.

Hang On styles like the AQUACLEAR and AQUAONE are also very good. They possibly provide the best value if your budget does not permit an external canister. Simple fill the filter box with water and turn on. Water is pumped through the filter and gravity flows back into your tank.

Internal motorized filters like the CRYSTAL , RIO , and EIHEM are popular for smaller tanks or as a secondary filter for extra circulation in a large tank. Internals usually do not interfere with top glass or hoods. These can be placed under one of your lightweight rocks.

Air Operated filtration is often not sufficient for cichlids. We do highly recommend air bubbling in Cichlid tanks. Be sure to use a Check Valve so that water cannot flow back into your pump if power goes off.

If you have a Cichlid Mansions or Amazon background from A+RR Inc you can conceal a lot of the plumbing from view which makes for a very attractive set up.

Water Changing

Although nitrate (residual waste) is relatively harmless, the levels will accumulate and become dangerous if regular partial water changes are not performed to dilute nitrates. Cichlids are large fish that eat a lot, so nitrates accumulate quickly. PH is also pulled dangerously lower by organic waste accumulation. Therefore, no matter how good your filtration is, you still must water change regularly. We recommend a 1/3 - ½ water change fortnightly to keep pH above neutral and nitrates low.

The best tool to assist you with water changes is a Lee's Gravel Vacuum. They allow you to remove the dirtiestwater from around the gravel and replace it with clean, treated tap water. This task is easier to do and a better job done if you have lightweight rocks and décor. We recommend you test pH and nitrate weekly to ensure your water changing maintenance is sufficient to maintain this balance. PH can be maintained using PH UP, but the only easy way to remove nitrate is by water changing.

An important tip when changing. Rinse your filter media in your old aquarium water rather than under a tap as the chlorine in tap water will kill off the precious filter bacteria living in the foam and other media. If you follow these procedures you should never have to completely break your tank down to clean it out.

Heating

If you want to keep Cichlids you will need to heat them. A good guide is approximately 1 watt of heating per liter of water. A higher wattage heater than necessary is often a good choice though because they can be used on larger aquariums. Position your heater in a back corner at a 45 degree angle so that heat does not rise directly onto the thermostat. Make sure that there is good water movement around the heater to ensure that the element is heating. Large cichlids can get quite boisterous, so a heater guard will stop your heater being broken. We believe it necessary to also install a thermostat to check the heater. The stick on types are the best in our opinion as the suction cup type soon do not stick and require replacement.

Lighting

Lighting is necessary to view your fish at night time. To achieve this we find it better to illuminate your tank from afternoon until bed time when people can more easily enjoy their tanks. Lighting left on all day will undoubtedly cause excessive algae problems. For best results with plants we recommend high intensity full spectrum white lighting. We like to use Aquastars, Arcadia 's or Power Glo's.

The African Cichlid Tank

The African Rift lake Cichlids from Lakes Malaqi, Tanganyika and Victoria have become a popular variety of fish for people who desire dramatic color, size and movement in their tanks. African cichlids are quite aggressive and fast moving and should be kept in tanks set up for a community of African cichlids.

Natural Habitat

African Cichlids inhabit the rocky shorelines of the rift lakes of Africa . The water in these lakes is quite hard and alkaline. Large schools of fish graze algae from the rocky outcrop reefs. Amongst the algae live small crustaceans which also constitute part of the diet of African cichlids.

The bottom of the lakes is sandy. Innumerable caves formed between the boulders offer protection to young fish and brooding females. Check out the Cichlid mansion and Amazon range of backgrounds if you want realism and something special. Most species from Lake Malawi are mouth brooders and constitute a large proportion of the species available in the hobby. A lot of the Tanganyikan species form lifetime pair bonds and protect their young, while others are also mouth brooders.

Rift Lake Water Conditioning

To recreate the hard alkaline water required by these fish, shell grit or coral sand should be added to your gravel or used exclusively for the bottom. African Rift lake sand is also becoming popular, but can show up detritus badly. Good quality African Cichlid water conditioners like the Seachem Rift Lake Salt and Buffers are a real advantage in creating the right water conditions.

There are several products that will remove both chlorine and ammonia, but the best value is....Amquel Instant water Detoxifier.

Setting up African Rift Lake Cichlids

As African cichlids come from rocky shoreline areas of the lakes, we suggest that intricate rockwork form the basis of your set-up arranged to form area's with numerous caves. The rockwork should be predominantly built up around the back and sides to leave a communal amphitheatre where all the interaction and displays take place. A+RR Inc has a large range of rocks which are extremely attractive and offer plenty of hiding places. Plants are not essential to your African community tank because African Cichlids, being omnivorous, will eat your plants except for something such as Anubias. One option here is to cut some holes in barnacle rock which allows the greenery to be seen but protects the base in the gravel from the fish. Plastic plants instead make a good addition.

Adding African Rift Lake Cichlids

Try to crowd your African cichlids without taxing your filtration and water change management. This stops individuals from becoming too dominant and harassing others.

We find it best to start with small to medium sizes of fishes of several species in groups of four.

(4 Electric Blue, 4 Electric Yellows, 4 Venustus, 4 Red Empress)

Of the Lake Malawi fishes, the most common species are Zebras, Pindani, Lombardoi and others. People often start with these species as they are cheaper and show color while still young. Many hobbyists progress to the slightly more expensive and spectacular 'Haplochromis' group, like Electric Blues, Red Empress and the Peacocks where only the males exhibit the most amazing color as they mature. In general Take Tanganyika fishes are a bit more expensive and comprise some of the most sought after species like Frontosa, "Lanprologus" and Trheus.

Feeding Africans

Feeding African Cichlids the right type of foods is very important. African Cichlids have extremely long intestinal tracts, like omnivores, which means that foods (meat, worms etc.) will take a long time to digest. Inappropriate foods will rot in their stomachs causing bloating, sickness and sometimes death. For this reason foods with a large proportion of spirulina and vegetables are best. Our favourites, HBH VEGE or Cichlid Flakes and Pellets are perfect. Super Bits are also eagerly taken but we do not like to feed Super Bits exclusively, but rather combined with Spirulina based foods. Frozen bloodworm and brine shrimp are also good for most species, but meats and live blackworm are definitely no-no's.

The American Cichlid Tank

American Cichlids are larger growing and slower moving than their African cousins. They are also far more predatory and are happy with a higher protein than Africans. For these reasons we do not recommend keeping American and African Cichlids together. Of course there is always the odd exception.

Natural Habitat

The natural habitat of the Central and South American cichlids is quite different to that of Africans. Logs and branches in general replace rocky outcrops still having a background that can provide safe secure retreats are important. We feel darker gravel such as the Red Gravel blend suits the reflective colors of Americans, compared to lighter substrates spawners who will form a pair bond. Spawns can produce hundreds of fry, the parents will try to protect and nurture their babies instinctively. It is not uncommon for pairs of fish to spawn in the community tank, although it is unlikely that the parents will be able to protect babies from the hordes. Most American cichlids have also been in the hobby for a lot longer than Africans. Species like Oscars and Red Devils have become household names.

Water Conditioning

American Cichlids are quite tolerant of water conditions, but a pH close to neutral and low nitrates (regular water changes) provide a comfortable environment. Always treat new tap water well with XXXXXX and XXXXX as with all fish.

Setting Up for American Cichlids

Use plenty of logs. Submerge some rocks into the substrate and add more structure on top... Do not be concerned by excessive color from new logs as this will become less with regular water changing. You could use charred wood from A+RR Inc here as well. Plastic plants attached to small crevice rock will provide a splash of color. Of course you can use one of the Amazon or Cichlid mansion backgrounds that will create a stunning base for you to expand on.

Adding American Cichlids

Try to set up a large variety of young fish to grow up together. That way you will have far more compatible large fish when they grow up. Our favourite species are Oscars, Red Devils, Texas , Firemouths, Severums etc. Give them plenty of room to grow. Often people will ask, "What can I put with my large Oscar who has lived alone for a year?" if you put another single fish in, there is every chance that the new inhabitant will be killed. We advised it is better to trade in large fish and start with a community of smaller Americans.

Feeding Americans

American cichlids will consume a large variety of foods. HBH make a range of American specific cichlid foods. Advance the size of the pellets as your young fish grow. A wide variety of frozen foods are recommended in conjunction with live foods including feeder fish. Only offer feeder fish as a treat, otherwise they will become fussy about accepting prepared foods.

Dwarf Cichlids

The most popular dwarf cichlids are the Apistogrammas and Microgeophagus (Rams) from South America and the Pelvicachromis (Kribensis) from the Congo River system of Africa . These dwarf cichlids are popular community fish that may spawn in a community tank and exercise parental care over their young if there is enough cover. They prefer a good varied diet of prepared frozen and live foods.

Discus

Discuses are a popular group of cichlids kept by enthusiasts all over the world. Many claim Discus are the "King of Fishes". Discus are definitely a fish that require some experience, although they may be kept in a community tank. The major requirement to keeping Discus well is good water management and the best foods. Discuses seem to metabolize quickly and need to be fed often with high quality prepared and frozen foods. The best are Tetra Bits with daily frozen food like Beef Heart and Liver and Discus Dinner. Once Discus are feeding well they are competitive and hardy.

Discus are usually happy in low nitrate water with pH slightly acidic and soft water which is very warm 29-32 Degrees Celsius. For breeding Discus, the fish need to be well conditioned on the best foods. The best range of water conditioners for Discus are the Seachem range of Discus Buffers.

The major problem with Discus is their susceptibility to parasites like gill flakes as well as intestinal worms and flagellates. We advise regular treatments for parasites with General Cure or Worm-Rid, especially after Discus are newly purchased or moved. Intestinal worms are best treated with Worm-Rid and flagellates with Octozin. An inexpensive, yet very good book is the Barron's Discus Fishes.

Enjoy setting up your tank and we love receiving your pictures of the products from A+RR Inc (Aquarium + Reptile Rocks Inc).

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Common New Born Puppy Health Problems and Diseases

Most newborn puppies are very weak and are vulnerable to health problems. Prevention is always better than cure as recommended; to prevent the opportunity of infections or other health problems, basic to intermediate knowledge about caring for your new born puppy is very important.

Here are some of the few common puppy health problems and diseases that a weak puppy might be susceptible to.

Hypothermia:

Hypothermia is one of the major problems. A tiny new born puppy has difficulty regulating it's body temperature as it's thermoregulatory system may not be fully developed yet. One common solution is to keep a new born puppy in a moderate heated environment of 85-90F degrees for the first two to three weeks.

How can you do that? Simple, use a heated Dog lamp or warming lamp. Also, it is a good practice to use warm bottles (not hot as they might be dangerous) and a puppy warming blanket. Use hypoallergenic cotton blankets as an alternative because they retain some body heat.

Parvovirus:

This is a common diseases for a young puppy and a Dog. As a Dog owner, ensure that your puppy is adequately protected against the deadly Parvovirus disease. Parvovirus is a contagious disease that attacks the lining of the dog or puppy's digestive system. It is usually spread through feces of another infected dog. Parvo can also be carried on kennels, crates and accessories of another dog.

Symptoms include lack of appetite, vomiting, diarrhea, weariness and putrid smelling dog stool. These symptoms have also been linked to high fever which could lead to congestive heart failure.

Make sure that your puppies are vaccinated under a proper program and a health time table. Veterinarians recommend that infected puppies should not be taken to the dog park or even the yard where they can interact with other dogs, until the proper vaccination and injections are administered.

Colostrum:

This is an anti-body that can be given to your new born puppy at approximately 24 hours after birth.

How? Simple, by feeding your puppy the full-bodied first milk of it's mother. This step if available, is critical to your puppy's health and health problems prevention.

If you are concerned about your new born puppy' slower absorption rate; it is quite common, visit your local vet for a consultation about their Colustum's absorption rate. Your vet will usually do a blood test to check your puppy's anti-body absorption rate and if needed, your vet will then proceed to inject some serum from it's mother to speed up the process.

This is Jeremy C.W and thank you for reading. I hope you have found this article useful. Visit dogsnpuppies.com for more articles and tips about puppy health [http://dognpuppies.com/Puppy-Health/index.html], puppy care [http://dognpuppies.com/Puppy-Care/index.html] and everything about dogs.

How Do I Care For A Pregnant Labrador Retriever?

Us Labrador Retrievers do require a lot of care, even more so if you have the wonderful opportunity to care for a mother-to-be of Labrador Retriever puppies! However, it's very important not to forget that caring for a pregnant Labrador Retriever is a huge responsibility, since you are responsible for the well-being of the unborn puppies as well. A Labrador Retriever will be very appreciative of your care, and we will do much better if you research the best care methods. If you learn about how to care for a pregnant Labrador Retriever, you will be able to dramatically improve the quality of life for her future puppy litter.

Female Labrador Retrievers are very similar to human females, as they will give many key signs that signal they are pregnant. Your Labrador Retriever may seem listless, and she might not show as much enthusiasm at mealtimes. Decreased appetite is a common sign that a female Labrador is experiencing the early stages of her pregnancy. Of course, this will make you worry, so it should be a good opportunity to visit the veterinarian! This is the equivalent of "morning sickness" in a pregnant female Dog, and normally will disappear some time after the first trimester. During this time, it is highly recommended to start giving your pregnant Labrador Retriever some prenatal vitamins.

Swelling of the tummy is another key sign that your female Labrador is pregnant. This seems like a fairly obvious sign, but many people mistake it for their Dog becoming overweight. During this time, some Dog owners even stop feeding their female Labradors their normal food, or begin a weight loss program. This can harm the unborn puppies! Even if your female Labrador Retriever has been spayed, it's still possible for her to become pregnant. The spaying operation is usually very successful, but should not be assumed to protect your Dog 100% against pregnancy. If your female Labrador Retriever is beginning to become a bit chubby around the middle, be sure to take her to the veterinarian first, before making any assumptions of whether or not she is pregnant.

During the second and third trimester of your Labrador's pregnancy, she may begin to engage in a behavior commonly known as "nesting". This is the same type of behavior that some human mothers experience before giving birth. With this behavior, your female Labrador Retriever may begin to constantly rearrange or paw at her bedding. She may also carry some of her favorite toys or treats over to her bed area. It's best to let her alone when she does this, as she is simply preparing her sleeping area for giving birth to her puppies. Most female Labradors will display nesting behavior soon before giving birth.

When you have confirmed your female Labrador Retriever's pregnancy with your veterinarian, there are many important prenatal care steps that should be followed. Since your Labrador is now also supplying nutrients for her unborn puppies, it's highly recommended to start giving her a prenatal vitamin. Try to give her the best prenatal vitamin that you can find, since cheap or poorly formulated prenatal vitamins can actually be deficient in important vitamins needed by your dog and her puppies. A good prenatal vitamin can be purchased online, from a pet supply store, or prescribed by your veterinarian.

After your female Labrador Retriever has gotten over her "morning sickness" of the first trimester, she'll begin to eat... a LOT! The average pregnant female Labrador will consume from two to three times her normal food amount. It's much better to divide her meals throughout the day, to ensure the maximum absorption of the nutrients found in the food. At this time, it is also wise to switch to a premium high-nutrient dog food, of the best quality that you can comfortably afford. Remember, your female Labrador is supplying nutrients for the proper development of her puppies, and it's your job to help her get all of the nutrition she needs.

Since Labrador Retrievers are very affectionate, we will need additional attention when going through a situation such as pregnancy. Try to keep your female Labrador as comfortable as possible, and don't forget to schedule regular check-ups during her pregnancy with your veterinarian.

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Tips For How to Take Care of a Sick Guinea Pig

If your guinea pig is ill there are certain steps you will want to take in order to ensure quick recovery. In addition to providing proper care, the real key in aiding piggy recovery is consistently monitoring their condition. The sooner you notice a worsening of symptoms or a failure to thrive, the faster you can get help for your pet before the condition becomes life threatening.

Remember, the advice below is supplemental for people who have already taken their guinea pigs to see a veterinarian. Do not attempt to self treat any serious condition without help from an expert.

Supplies You Will Need:

• Digital kitchen or postal scale


• Towels


• Hot water bottle or Thermacare wraps - Can be found at your local drugstore. Thermacare wraps are used for the relief of pain and muscle aches. The wrap will produce heat for up to eight hours when exposed to air. Keep in mind the contents of this product are not meant to be eaten so supervise pets and children.


• Food pellets for sick guineas pigs (like Oxbow Critical Care) - Available through veterinarians. Avoid low fiber foods at these times as this can increase digestive discomfort and bloating.


• Small syringe without needle for feeding food and water


• Probiotics (if your piggy is on antibiotics) - Can be found in gel capsule form at health food stores. Remember, guinea pigs should not consume animal products so do not substitute yogurt.

Step 1: Move to a Separate Cage

A sick guinea pig will benefit from space from rowdy cage mates. It will also make it easier for you to monitor their condition and determine exactly how much they are eating.

Step 2: Weight Your Guinea Pig

This is important for two reasons - one, it will help you track whether they are losing, gaining, or maintaining weight. If your guinea pig appears to still be healthy enough to eat on his or her own but over the course of a couple days starts to lose weight, this is an indicator that supplemental hand feeding is needed. Two, you will use the weight of your pet to calculate how much food they should be eating. This is especially useful if you are going to be hand feeding as it is always difficult to tell if your piggy is getting enough food.

Step 3: Monitor Urine and Stool Output

Consider keeping your sick guinea pig on folded towels instead of their standard bedding. This may be more comfortable for them AND it makes it easier for you to see if they are passing waste normally. A lack of urine or stool output can be an indication of further health problems or dehydration.

Step 4: Keep Them Warm

Extra warmth can really be helpful for guinea pigs that are not feeling well. Using a warm water bottle wrapped in a towel will work quite well just be sure not to put scalding water in and replace when the temperature cools. A self heating pad will also work well provided you don't have any problems with your pet trying to chew on it (not too likely if he or she is sick.)

Step 5: Prepare the Food

If your guinea pig is not eating on his or her own, you will want to prepare a pellet mash. All you need in order to do this is to soak the pellets in liquid until they become soft and you can mash them into a soft paste. Some piggies also enjoy the mixture if warmed slightly (be sure to test on the inside of your wrist.) If you do not have the time to soak the pellets until they are soft, you can grind them using a food processor or coffee grinder and then mix with water. Some people also like to add baby food or juice for extra nutrition or flavor. Another alternative is to use the existing fresh foods you had on hand already and cooking them until soft and then blending into a paste. The key when making the hand feeding paste is to keep the mix on the thicker side as liquid is easier to accidentally inhale. Try one part water to four parts feed and see how that works.

Step 6: Feeding

Take the small syringe you purchased and remove the end if it is super small as you will need food to be able to pass through. Be sure to sand off any rough edges.T ry to hold your guinea pig in a vertical position. You may find it easier to wrap them up in a cloth first for better grip. Fill the syringe with your mix and gently insert into your piggy's mouth. Push until you feel the back teeth. Now gently push a little food into his or her mouth and see if your guinea pig reacts by chewing a little. This is a good sign. Wait for the chewing to stop and then feed a little more. Continue until food is gone. Follow up with water as well. Add vitamin C supplements if you think they are needed. Be sure to keep regular solid food available in the cage as well as you want your pet to go back to a regular routine of self feeding as soon as possible.

Optional Step: Probiotics

If you piggy is on a course of antibiotics, supplemental probiotics could aid digestion. Try adding a little probiotic powder to your guinea pigs food or water a couple hours after each dose of medication.

Heather is a guinea pig expert. For more information on how to take care of a guinea pig visit the Guinea Pig Resource Center for more information and don't forget to sign up for Heather's free newsletter!

How to Read Body Language - Top 10 Tips

Interested in learning how to read body language? Would you like to be able to tell when people are lying and understand people's intentions? This article will provide you with the top 10 tips for reading body language.

I feel Body Language is the most important language you can learn. It bypasses the verbal communication barriers and gives you an insight into what others might be thinking, or what actions they are likely to take.

Remember that the art of being able to read body language is to be able to look at some one, pick up the signals, and at the same time not let on to that person you are doing this. If you do the person will become uncomfortable.

Tip 1. - Eyes

Dilated pupils - the person is interested in the topic.

People say that the eyes are the windows to the soul. They can tell so much information about the person if you know what you are looking for. As in most situations, the same signal can be interpreted in a different way. It depends entirely on the circumstances at hand. The example above could also mean that the person is on drugs, or it could mean that they are focused.

Tip 2. - Hands

Open palm.- the person is relaxed and comfortable.

The hands have many expressions and are a good place to start when learning how to read body language. Generally when some ones hands are open it means that their defenses are relaxed.

Tip 3 - Mimicking

When you are talking to someone, if they are mimicking your body position and action it means that they are comfortable in the situation and most likely interested by you and what you are saying.

Tip 4 - Eyes

If someone's eyes are gazing to the side it is a trait that they are feeling guilty. Likewise if they are gazing down this express's shame. Remember the eyes have so many meanings and it's easy to make the wrong evaluation. Practice makes perfect.

Tip 5 - Arms

The main two expressions with arms is that they are either closed (folded) or open. When folded the person is possibly angry or disapproving. When their arms are open the person is in an honest position and is accepting of the situation.

Tip 6 - Rubbing of the Chin

If someone is rubbing their chin it generally means that they are thinking.

Tip 7 - Feet

When you are in conversation with someone you can tell if they are comfortable and interested by what you are saying by their feet position. When standing opposite one another the other persons feet are facing in your direction. This means that they are comfortable and their head and eyes will also be focused on you.

When standing opposite someone their feet are pointing away and their head and eyes are not focused on you. They will most likely be nodding and agreeing with a fake smile. This means that the person n question is not interested and might even feel uncomfortable in the situation.

Tip 8 - Legs

When stood up Legs are a good indicator of how confident someone is. If someone is standing with their legs shoulder width apart they are relaxed. If they are standing with a stance wider than that they are a confident and are in a grounded position to show they are in control.

When stood up with legs crossed the person is probably shy.

When sitting down if the legs are crossed it shows the person is in protective mode. This is very much used alongside crossed arm action.

If the legs are open when the person is seated then they are in a relaxed position. The same as when standing.

Tip 9 - Fingers

Fingers can create many gestures and are great for reading body language. A pointing finger can either be someone pointing to a item or place, it can also indicate anger. If someone is curling their fingers tightly they are usually pleading for some thing.

Drumming or tapping with the fingers indicates frustration. The faster the beating, the greater the frustration and tension inside the person.

Tip 10 - Eyebrows

The eyebrows have many uses. Listed below are some examples. When the eye brows are raised, normally the person is shocked or surprised. The greater the surprise the more raised they will be. When someone flicks their eye brow up and down quickly they are greeting someone else or are showing they have acknowledged them.

I hope you have enjoyed learning how to read body language tips. Remember reading body language is not a skill that can be learned over night. The more you practice the easier it will become and the more subtle you will be able to do it.

Neal Hendes has a passion for body language. He loves to encourage people to become more developed in reading body language and has an online blog How To Read Body Language which you can visit to find out more information on the subject.