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  • Tips On Taming That Ferret

    More and more I’m seeing people with ferrets as pets and was even told by a pet owner I recently bumped into that he has trouble keeping them in stock due to their increased popularity. Ferrets are very loveable, loyal, fun loving creatures, but have several drawbacks one of which is that they like to bite. Not finger’s missing huge bites, but ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by blogmaster on June 17, 2008

  • Getting Your Pets Ready For Baby

    Baby’s new room painted? Check. Crib assembled? Check. Carseat installed? Check. Pets prepared? Um….How exactly should you get your pets prepared for the new baby? Well one company has it all figured out and has over 10,000 success stories to backup their claims that they are one of the most successful tools for getting your pets adjusted to the ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by blogmaster on May 30, 2008

  • Why do they lick.....

    Ever wondered why your hound licks you?  Well here's a quick explanation.  Licking is a very natural behaviour for dogs and it starts from early puppy hood.Puppies lick each other for several reasons – To groom one another To strengthens the bond between littermates. Licking may continue in adulthood. An adult dog may lick the ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by bloglady on February 14, 2008

  • Digging dogs.......

    Digging is a common instinct for dogs. There are a number of specific reasons your dog might be digging: she’s bored and restless, or she wants a cool place to rest in. Make sure your pup gets plenty of exercise and mental stimulation during the day, and has comfortable areas to lie down in. Beyond those reasons, many dogs are simply compelled ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by lorrainehug on July 9, 2007

  • Potty Training and Older Dog

    Here is a great article in the blog section about potty training an older dog: http://community.petsource.org/blogs/scribbles/archive/2007/06/01/adopted-an-older-dog-with-potty-training-issues-try-these-tips.aspx
    Posted to Dog Training (Forum) by admin on July 6, 2007

  • Adopted an older dog with potty training issues? Try these tips......

    Perhaps one of the main reasons many people will not adopt an adult dog is they have heard that adult dog potty training is next to impossible. Nothing could be further from the truth. And if you already own an adult dog and he is still not housebroken, do not give up. With a little work and some patience, you really can teach your old dog new ...
    Posted to The PetSource Blog - Scribbles 'n Bits (Weblog) by lorrainehug on June 1, 2007