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Thursday, April 14th, 2011 at 9:10 am

Large Domestic Cat Breeds

Cats are probably the most popular of pets nowadays. Originally valued for their inbred ability to hunt various house pests such as mice and roaches, cats also offer a warm and affectionate companionship to their owners. In 1987, cats overtook dogs as the number one pet in America (about 50 million cats resided in 24 million homes in 1986) and bout 37% of American homes today have at least one cat. Domestication of cats were first believed to have originated in ancient Egypt in about 3000 BC, where cats where also revered as sacred animals. Different breeds of domesticated cats come in various sizes. Some pet owners prefer small kitten-sized ones, while some prefer large-size domesticated cat breeds.When choosing pet cats, one must consider the breeds' characteristics in addition to its size. Here are just some of the large domesticated cat breeds that are popular with cat-lovers.

The Maine Coon

The Maine Coon is a native of the state of Maine in the USA where it is also the official state cat. It is one of the largest breeds of domesticated cats where the males can weigh anywhere between 13 and 18 pounds (5.9 and 8.2 kg) on average, and females between 8 and 12 pounds (3.6 and 5.4 kg). In 2006, the Guinness World Records named a male purebred Maine Coon the "Longest Cat". It measured 48 inches (120 cm) in length, from the tip of his nose to the tip of his tail, and weighs 35 pounds (16 kg).

The Ragamuffin

The Ragamuffin is a long-haired domestic cat. Ragamuffins are fairly large cats - females weigh between 10 to 15 pounds (4.54 to 6.80 kg), and males weigh between 15 to 20 pounds (6.80 to 9.07 kg). Ragamuffins are notable for their sweet, friendly personalities and plush, rabbit-like fur. They are adoptable as early as four months of age, but do not reach full maturity until around four years of age. The Ragamuffin is an expensive breed and costs can range from 0 - 00 per kitten.

The Ocicat

The Ocicat is an all-domestic breed of cat which resembles a 'wild' cat but has no wild blood. It is named for its resemblance to the ocelot, which is a wild cat. Ocicats are a very outgoing breed. They are often considered to have the spirit of a dog in a cat's body. Most can easily be trained to fetch, walk on a leash and harness, come when called, speak, sit, and lie down on command. On average ocicats weigh about 12.1 pounds or 5.5 kilograms.

The Turkish Van

The Turkish Van is a large, semi-longhaired cat with a swimmer's body. The cat is moderately long and its back legs are slightly longer than its front legs. The coat is the most fascinating trait on this cat. The semi-long haired, water resistant single coat, is thick in winter but very soft, like rabbit fur or cashmere. During the spring and summer months when it becomes extremely hot, the long hair on the body is shed for a shorter coat that retains the cashmere feel. Male Vans grow to about 16 pounds (7.3 kg) while females tend to be a bit lighter in weight, 12 to 14 pounds (5.4 to 6.4 kg). Vans, because of their fine fur, are hypo-allergenic cats. They are considered excellent pets for those with allergies.

Pixie-Bobs

Pixie-Bobs are a fully domestic breed of cat bred to resemble the North American Bobcat. Pixie-Bobs are a large breed, with males reaching 18 pounds (8 kg) and females reaching 14 pounds (6 kg). The Pixie-Bob's body is stocky and solid. Pixie-Bobs are also the only polydactyl breed recognized by The International Cat Association (TICA). These cats may have anywhere from six to seven toes on each foot.

These large-size cat domestic cat breeds are only a few of the ones available for pet purposes. It is important to take note of the qualities of the breed of cat before we decide which ones to adopt, as this would remarkably affect the way we take care of them. Knowing such could help make things a lot easier for us pet owners as we go about our endeavor in raising our pets.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/large-domestic-cat-breeds-1146725.html

About the Author

Morris is a cat fanatic who adores felines ever since he was a child. He also enjoys blogging and reading novels, and loves eating spaghetti. Morris Crisologo

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Dog flea medication on cat?
I have a 5-6 pound dog and a few months worth of flea medication (Frontline Plus) and I found a stray cat.

So I was wondering if it would hurt the cat if I used to the dog's flea meds on it.

I could understand it being harmful if the dog was much larger than the cat, but they are pretty close to the same size (the cat being bigger than the dog).
I can't buy cat flea medication right this second. I would have to wait until the morning, which is fine, that can be done. But if I didn't have to wait I would rather not.
- ANSWER:
  Advantage actually works better. The issue with Frontline and Revolution is that they go systemic. Basically if there is an issue you cant wash it off where if you use Advantage and there is a problem you give the animal a bath and don't have to worry about it.
  
  The medication for cats and dogs are identical. The reason they are labled for cats vs. dogs is due to the amount of medication that would be safe and effective. The average person would not feel comfortable measuring medication. For example a dog between 11 and 20 pounds would get 1 ml of advantage where a cat under 10 pounds would only get .4 ml. It would be dangerous for someone who does not know how to measure the medication to use it.
  
  I would weigh the cat and go to any vets office and buy Advantage. If you are planning on keeping the cat you are going to want to have it examined for feline leukemia, heart worm and basically a general check up.
QUESTION:
Anyone out there try buying dog size Advantage and using on cats. Would save money on flea treatments.?
I have 2 big cats. Seems like I could keep track of volume used, but buy larger size for the same price. Don't know if the dog Advantage is different than cat Advantage. Wondering if someone else has tried it.
- ANSWER:
  Yes, I use the dog Advantage & split it up for my cats. The ingredients in Advantage for dogs and cats are exactly the same - I've checked with my vet.
  
  ONLY do that with plain advantage or regular frontline - the other flea control ingredients are different for dogs & cats. Be sure to use a marked syringe to split up the dose just right. I got the instructions on how to divide the dosage from my vet - otherwise I couldn't afford year-round flea control for all my pets (we have 5 cats & a big dog). We spend about /month on flea control now, vs. every month for individually packaged product. For only 2 cats, it might not be worth the hassle. But this link explains how to do it, if you're curious: http://www.lisaviolet.com/cathouse/advantage.html
  
  Advantage and regular Frontline (I don't know about Frontline Plus, so please stick with Advantage or regular Frontline) are the ONLY products safe to use on cats - otherwise, NEVER use any other product designed for dogs on cats, because cats are much more sensitive to pesticides than dogs. Make sure to avoid ADVANTIX - that's a dog-only product which contains permethrin, which is toxic to cats.
  
  Check with your vet if you have any questions, to be safe.
QUESTION:
Can advantage flea treatment for cats and rabbits be used on dogs?
My mother only has advantage flea prevention and treatment for cats and rabbits. My daughter is covered in flea bites. The shops are closed. Can we use the one we have on the dog-who really is the size of a cat.

Thank you. Really bad day!!!-Took a diploma, court results from husband, daughter has bites!-mother is drunk!
- ANSWER:
  No, there are different medications in the cat and dog versions.
QUESTION:
My cat has a gash on the side of his head about the size of a 5 pence coin should i be concerned?
We've been away for the weekend (dont worry my cats were looked after by my sister in law) and upon returning today we noticed the gash its slightly bloody, but he's his usual happy self and the gash doesn't seem to be affecting him in anyway.

We've recently had a flea infestation (eek) but they've gone now. Our other kitten doesn't have any wounds whatsoever its just on our 18 month old cat. They're strictly indoor cats and I don't really want to take him to the vets if it isn't any cause for concern.
It just looks like he's got himself into a bit of a scrap. Should I be concerned if it isnt bothering him?
Thanks I'll Keep an eye on it and if I notice any change in his behaivour I'll take him straight to the vet
Its not deep or anything it just looks grazed and it is very small. If it was any larger I wouldnt even think twice about a visit to the vet.
It is difficult for me to take either of my cats to the vet because as soon as we bring one cat home the other cat seems to "forget" that we have another cat and for 3 or four days theyre at each others throats then they're best of friends after the 3 or four day period. So thats why I wanted some opinions as i worry far too much about them
Well fiddlesticks at least I left my cats with someone who cared for them. That cant be said for the Mccans can it? And they left CHILDREN alone not animals. So yes fiddlesticks I care for my animals
Oh and also, Fiddlesticks You posted a stupid answer about me not realising i was married. If you'd have read my question CAREFULLY you'd see that I was asking other people how long it took for them to realise they were no longer a miss.

So instead of posting shit on question that arent even to do with the Mccans i suggest you keep your mouth shut
- ANSWER:
  i wouldnt worry too much but it may get infected. please, take him to the vet and see what you should do. even though it isnt hurting him now, it may be serious. my cat, she got into a fight, and another cat bit into her side. the bite(the cat actually ripped out her flesh) --im not kidding about this--the bite mark was 1/2 inch to 3/4 of an inch deep. no joke!!! take your kitty to the vet please!!!
QUESTION:
After using Black Flag flea spray should my cat...?
I used "black flag flea ender, room and pet spray" and i SWEAR my cat is scratching more than ever... HOWEVER now (24 hours later) she is shedding these big black pieces (a bit smaller than the size of a flea) as opposed to the small black balls that are the flea dirt. What is this and can I help her? I changed my sheets yesterdat morning and am changing them AGAIN because these things are just EVERYWHERE... help me!
- ANSWER:
  Here's how we deal with fleas and what I tell others to do --
  
  First get Frontline, Advantage, or Revolution from the vet to treat the cats. These products are intended to be used once a month to keep fleas off the cat.
  
  Then, if you need to treat the house - which is often the case - use a product which not only kills adult fleas but also prevents eggs from hatching.
  
  When we have bad flea years (haven't had one in along time - knock on wood we use Raid products for the house.
  
  They make a fogger called Raid ® : Flea Killer Plus Fogger
  
  http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_fkpf.asp
  
  They also make an area spray called Raid ® : Flea Killer Plus Carpet & Room Spray
  
  http://www.killsbugsdead.com/fop_fk_pc_rs.asp
  
  We have had very good results with those products.
  
  Remember, you want a product that not only kills adult fleas but also prevents eggs from hatching. If you use something that does not prevent the eggs from hatching, when they hatch you are back where you started.
  
  There is a product, Capstar, which is a pill you give the cat. It kills all of the fleas on the cat within about 5 hours.
  
  http://www.capstar.novartis.us/
  
  It does not provide long lasting protection - it merely kills all the fleas on the cat.
  
  You can use it to kill all the fleas on the cat and then treat the cat with Frontline, Advantage, or Revolution, and then treat the cat.
  
  Ask your vet about Capstar and using it in combination with other products.
  
  Capstar is available only by prescription.
  
  We have used it to kill all the fleas on feral cats who we could not handle to apply something else. We transfer them to another cage or carrier, move them out of the room, fog the room, give them the Capstar in food, and then put them back in the main cage.
  
  Capstar is like magic - it really will kill all of the fleas on a cat very quickly and it is safe enough that you could use it every day, if need be - though that would be an expensive way to control fleas, day to day.
  
  Indoor cats can get fleas that people carry in on their clothes. If you think that might be happening, get an insecticide you can spray on the yard to kill fleas.
  
  You will probably need to get a sprayer. The ones that attach to the end of a hose might be the type you could use.
  
  Ask the people at a garden store, Lowes, or Home Depot, or similar store for help picking an insecticide and a sprayer.

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Cat Spot On Flea Treatment

Thursday, April 14th, 2011 at 4:34 am

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Cat Affection: Can You Make Your Cat Cuddly?

Author: Jenny Jackson

One of my cats, Cooga, is a Burmese. He is genetically designed to enjoy human company and cuddles. He is an attractive cat and his humans can hardly walk past him without touching him. He usually allows us to cuddle him like a doll...he will relax into our arms and enjoy the attention and warmth, rubbing his head against our faces. Cooga is likely to be cuddly all his life. He is bred that way and we are lucky to have him.

My other cat, Coco, is sweet, but not so cuddly. She enjoys a pat while standing on her own four feet, but detests being held. When we first brought her home from the shelter, she was far more skittish, but now she readily climbs onto our laps while we watch TV.

Can any cat become cuddly? Not all cats have the same interest in human company and affection. Some cats are of such a nervous disposition that they find cuddles too overwhelming.

If it is important to you to have a cuddly cat, it helps to choose carefully, and to know what to look for. Most kittens seem happy to be cuddled, but naturally cuddly kittens seek it out. They will quickly relax into your hands, eager to curl up in your lap, and enjoy face-to-face contact. Kittens that stop playing to show interest in you or who worm their way into your hands, show that they like a lot of contact.

Cuddly adult cats are even easier to spot. Unlike kittens, they might not show immediate trust, but if you look at adult cats in a shelter, the people working there will know the cuddly ones and will be delighted to help one of their favorites find a home, where they can get all the cuddling they need.

Once you have a cuddly cat, you can train it to retain these happy characteristics. With kittens, it is a matter of helping them stay that way, while with adults it's more a case of letting them relax into it.

Regardless of the cat's age, the following principles will help you to keep your cat cuddly, or to encourage a reluctant cuddler to enjoy it more:

* Wait for the cat to make the first moves. Let them get used to their new situation, and keep your hand around for them to rub their face on. Then you can move your hand down to their chest or stroke their ears. Full contact hugs are for relationships of great trust. Be patient.

* Know when to swoop in, and when not to. Resist the urge to interrupt your cat's play or mealtimes. Make your move when the cat is already relaxed and open to your overtures, or comes near you. It's coercive to demand that a cat stops everything for a cuddle. It is essential to good cuddling to be sensitive to, and respectful of, their moods. You will build trust this way.

* If the cat wants to get down, let it go. If you insist, you are not getting a cuddle, you are making a prisoner out of your cat.

* Cuddling should be fun for both of you, and stay that way. Never turn a cuddle into something else, like a good opportunity for eye medicine or a flea treatment. They will mind, and you will sabotage their trust in cuddling you.

* Keep the moment soft and sweet. Squealing into your cat's ear about how cute they are, or conversely not saying anything, will send the wrong reinforcement. A soft voice will strengthen your cuddling bond.

* You can begin or end a cuddling session with treats. Mealtimes lead to a full tummy, when cuddling might be uncomfortable, but telling your cat how much you love them with a tasty treat is just another form of closeness.

By using these techniques, you can establish whether your cat can be cuddly, if it is not already. It can take time for trust to build and for a cat to appreciate the pleasures of close contact with you. These are especially good rules to teach children who want to get close to a cat.

This world could do with more respectful cuddling!

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/cat-affection-can-you-make-your-cat-cuddly-493721.html

About the Author

Jenny is a cat lover and webmaster of Pictures of Cats. You are welcome to reproduce this article on your pet or family related web site, as long as you reproduce the article in full, including this resource box and link to her website featuring photo and video galleries of beautiful cats.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
What can I give my cat for flea treatment?
I gave my cat Hartz flea spot treatment on October 21st. It hasn't been a month, but he still has fleas. I've tried a flea shampoo, and they're still here. He is not "infested" but it's upsetting my parents quiet a bit. What can I do? It has not been a full month so it's not like I can go out and buy Frontline or Advantix....Any Suggestions?
- ANSWER:
QUESTION:
Can I give BIO SPOT dog flea treatment to a cat but in a smaller quantity ?
I know that you can give ADVANTAGE flea medication ( for a dog ) to a cat BUT in a smaller dose as the ingredients are the same. I am UNSURE about giving BIO SPOT as it says on the box - not for use on cats - is this a 'marketing ploy' maybe ? Thanks for any help !
- ANSWER:
  Even if someone were to say yes to this question, would you really do it without the approval of your vet? It could easily kill your kitty!
  Not all flea meds for cats and dogs are equal. Yes, Adavantage is one that can be given to cats in a smaller doasge, as its potency is the same as the cat formula. But the same is not true for Revolution, the potency in the large dog's formula is stronger than the small dogs formula and the cats formula. And with a brand like K9 Advantix, its ingredients can not be used on cats at all, they are toxic in any amount!
  Biospot uses Permytherin as its active ingredient, which is toxic to cats as well as ferrets, and that is why it says on the box not to use it on cats. If you have cats who groom the dogs, as I do, do not use this product on the dogs as well. Please do not use any products unless it is recommended by your vet.
QUESTION:
Is there cat-safe flea and tick spot-on treatment for LARGE (38Kg) dog?
We can't find any flea and tick treatment which we can use on our 38Kg dog, which is non-toxic for our two (large) cats. We can't keep cats separate from dog - who makes a suitable treatment for dogs OVER 30KG, which is cat-safe? (Bob Martin's cat-safe treatment is only suitable for dogs UP TO 30Kg.)
- ANSWER:
  go to vet and pick up some revalution or advatage, its one drop between the shoulder, once a month.the cheep way half a garlic a day. only on a dog!!
QUESTION:
Stronghold spot on flea treatment for cats?
I usually use Frontline spot on cat to de-flea my cat during the summer months, but now my vet is also offering Stronghold spot on fea treatment (contains selamectin) which is a bit cheaper, has anyone else used Stronghold ?, and is it any good ?,or should I just stick to using Frontline.
sorry I should have said that I would only be using Frontline or Stronghold,and not both
the frontline I use contains Fipronil and kills fleas, ticks and lice
- ANSWER:
  Selamectin is sold as Revolution in the U.S. At our vet hospital, we have found it to be very slow at killing fleas and not good at preventing intestinal parasites. We don't even carry it anymore. Frontline and Advantage are much better for fleas. The new Advantage Multi is excellent, as it kills fleas, hookworms, roundworms, earmites, and prevents heartworm.
QUESTION:
can i give cat flea treatment to a ferret?
My pet ferret has picked up a flea from my dog (which got em from playing hedgehog football!) Can i put on her a cat flea treatment like spot on for instance?
- ANSWER:
  I used a couple of drops of frontline for cats on my ferrets, and it worked very well.

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Fleas Bite

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 at 6:38 pm

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Getting rid of dog fleas!

Author: Mary Garza

Dog fleas can be very annoying to the dog and to the owner. If you own a dog, there is a very high chance they will get fleas, or they already have fleas. Larger dogs tend to have fleas more often and get them easier. This is because they need to be let out more and not trapped in a small space. As for a small dog, they can be trained to use the bathroom inside.

Fleas can also bite humans, and the pain and itchiness can become extremely bothersome. There are many ways you can prevent and kill off the fleas. You can use products such as Frontline, Advantage, Program, and Revolution. It is also good to use home remedies as a backup. This is not to be used as a main source of killing the fleas, but it's a good backup plan.

Dog fleas are a huge health problem for your dog which may cost lots of money if not treated well. Fleas can cause anemia, tapeworms, and allergic dermatitis. There are many easy treatments to rid your dog of fleas. These include things such as a flea bath, special shampoos, and flea dips. All these things should be successful. Grooming or a daily or weekly basis is a very wise thing to do. It will keep a good amount of dog fleas off your dog.

You are also going to need to clean up any place your dog may go. Fleas could be living anywhere. So for proper flea control, it is wise to treat places such as your dog's bed, the yard, and other places he/she wanders to. You may also get lots of products to treat your dog if he still has fleas. There are two big brand products that should help you take those fleas off. Those brands are Frontline and Advantage. They are basically medicines that you apply once in awhile. It is highly effective to use during flea season.

Vacuuming a lot can also help. When vacuuming, you can pick up tons of fleas and eggs. If you vacuum it is smart to put something to kill off adult fleas. If you do not, the fleas will escape and your efforts will have been all for nothing. You can try cutting a piece of a dog flea collar and placing it in the vacuum. You may also try moth crystals and other things poisonous to dog fleas that will kill those that get sucked up in the vacuum.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/getting-rid-of-dog-fleas-2888487.html

About the Author

Mary Garza is the author of Dog-Flea.Info, a site for information about dog fleas and dog flea control.

Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
what happens when rats are infested with fleas and their fleas bite you?
in the past few months, i moved into this house and my landlord didn't care to tell me that there has been mutiple rat infestations and they keep coming back. until i started having the problem she bearly told me there were rats. now i have fleas in my house because of the rats, i have bites all over my legs and arms and it doesn't seem normal. i hear the rats at night and i've seen feces. is it the same when dogs fleas bite?
- ANSWER:
  It would take forever to repeat all the information you need. This website is both informative and life saving (btw, no the fleas wont bite you but that doesn't mean your rat doesn't need treatment.). Just skip to the part where it talks about infestive bugs on rats:
  
  http://www.80stoysale.com/ratsickness.html#tips
QUESTION:
Why do fleas bite some people but not others?
My dog as gotten fleas a couple times over the years he's lived with us and I've never been bitten, despite sharing a bed with him. Meanwhile, my roommate's legs become immediate targets for the fleas. Does he just have nicer legs?
- ANSWER:
  The fleas that bite dogs and the fleas that bite humans are the same which is why the Black Death ravaged Europe in the middle ages. It was transmitted through fleas.
  Anyway 2 things could be happening, the first is that you might be one of the rare humans who do not react to flea bites.
  You may not be allergic to their numbing chemical.
  The other is that you might not "taste" good. Like if you eat a ton of garlic fleas won't bite. The same goes for dogs who eat tons of garlic, they rarely get fleas.
QUESTION:
Do fleas bite only during the night?
I only get bites on my feet, legs, and thighs during the night, and I usually wake up with an itch between 3 and 5 in the morning. Does this immediately exclude fleas? Because I read somewhere that fleas bite during any time of the day...
- ANSWER:
  Fleas bite anytime during the day, but bed bugs bite mostly at night. They hide in the folds of the seams of your bed or other furniture during the day and only come out at night to feed. They're also exceptionally difficult to get rid of, if you have them in your house because they can live under and behind baseboards and inside tiny crevices.
QUESTION:
Why do fleas bite some people and not others?
I have many flea bites and my roommate has none. The cat and dog sleep with her but she has not been affected. How is this? This is a serious inquiry. No jokes, please.
- ANSWER:
  People's reactions to bug bites, including flea's, differ. You may be overly sensitive, so every time a flea bites you, you see a large reaction, whereas your roommate may be getting bit as much as you , but doesnt show a reaction.
  
  I don't think that fleas know which people will be tastier than others.
  I heave heard (although it could be a rumor) that mosquitos are attracted to people who ate bananas recently. Maybe there is something similar with fleas?
QUESTION:
Why dont fleas bite the soles of my feet?
I got loads of flea bites on my legs and the tops of my feet, but I wonder why fleas dont bite the soles of your feet? is the skin on my soles to thick for fleas to bite? or is there some other reason?
Re; yeah hope its not the smell of my soles, haha! Think I prefere 2 go with the skin being too thick tho, lol
- ANSWER:
  The skin is too thick, and it would be hard for them to stay on when you're walking.
  Also, fleas like to have some hair nearby so that they can hide if needed or hang on, so they probably wouldn't like being in a place without hair.

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Puppies Flea Treatment

Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 at 11:16 am

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Charming English Bulldog Puppies For Adoption

Author: benzmorgan

Hello to all here are two English Bulldog puppies for adoption , they are both male and female they are very playful with kids and other home pets , all i am looking for these puppies is just a caring and loving home , since my wife who was their care taker is no longer alive , i think the best option is to look for a loving home for them .they are AKC registered , and are Vet checked , and will be coming alongside with all their health papers ,playing toys ,eating manual and a free crate , all i am really looking for these puppies ,is just a caring and loving home ,i am very willing to give them for free to any caring and loving home , so just promise me a caring and loving home for them and have them for free , if all these is ok by you the email me , thanks

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Charming English Bulldog Puppies For Adoption

Hello
to all here are two English Bulldog puppies for adoption , they are both male and female they are very playful with kids and other home pets , all i am looking for these puppies is just a caring and loving home , since my wife who was their care taker is no longer alive , i think the best option is to look for a loving home for them .they are AKC registered , and are Vet checked , and will be coming alongside with all their health papers ,playing toys ,eating manual and a free crate , all i am really looking for these puppies ,is just a caring and loving home ,i am very willing to give them for free to any caring and loving home , so just promise me a caring and loving home for them and have them for free , if all these is ok by you the email me , thanks

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/pets-articles/charming-english-bulldog-puppies-for-adoption-2792044.html

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
What is the best flea treatment for puppies at 6wks old?
Hi I have a litter of puppies at the moment, they are wormed to date and will be ready to leave me in 2 wks, they havent got fleas but i would like to treat them anyway before they leave me so i know they have been done, does anyone know what the best thing would be and something that would be safe for them with them only being 6wks old
- ANSWER:
  Here's a good chart, prepared by vets for owners, about the various flea preventatives. http://www.marvistavet.com/html/body_flea_product_comparison.html
  
  Very few can be used at 6 weeks old:
  
  Revolution
  Program
  Sentinel
  Capstar
  
  I would still call your vet and ask which he feels is the safest, or if its even necessary to treat the puppies.
QUESTION:
What's the best flea treatment for puppies? Is the shampoo any good?
- ANSWER:
  No, flea shampoos are not helpful. They wash fleas off, but they don't get rid of all of them - animal's get reinfested quickly afterwards.
  
  Get some proper flea treatment, from a vets. Pet stores are not licensed to sell medication, therefore their flea treatments don't work - they've got chemicals in them that are useless against fleas and sometimes harmful to cats and dogs.
  
  If your puppy is over 8 weeks of age he can have any of the veterinary spot-ons like Frontline or Advantage. If he's under 8 weeks old, it will have to be the spray version of Frontline.
  
  Chalice
QUESTION:
Flea treatment for puppies?
What are some safe flea treatments for puppies as young as 8 weeks old?
I looked at advantix but didn't have any reviews for puppies.
Is there any SAFE treatment for them?
- ANSWER:
  If your puppy is over 8 weeks of age he can have any of the veterinary spot-ons like Frontline or Advantage. If he's under 8 weeks old, it will have to be the spray version of Frontline.
  Commercial chemical flea treatment is a toxic business. The use of these chemicals can do untold damage to our dogs and cats as well as us humans. This toxicity is multiplied as far as puppies are concerned. The impact it can have on young dogs is so severe that even manufacturers of these toxic chemicals suggest that you don't use them on puppies.
  Step 1
  Fill your kitchen sink with warm water. You must be careful that the water is not too hot. Test the water using a baby bath thermometer, or run the water over the inside of your arm.
  Step 2
  Place your puppy in the water, wet him from the neck down and bathe him using dishwashing liquid. Whenever possible, have someone else help you hold the puppy while you lather him.
  Step 3
  Rinse your puppy very well, and then dry him thoroughly as soon as you remove him from the sink. You can use a blow dryer set to low if your puppy has long hair or if the air in your home is cool.
  Step 4
  Use a flea comb on your puppy to remove fleas that remain following the bath. Flea combs are most effective when the coat is still damp, but you can use them after your puppy is fully dry. Start at the tail and work toward the face, and use your fingers to pick off any fleas near the eyes and mouth. Rinse the flea comb in a cup of hot water to remove the fleas.
  Step 5
  Treat the puppy's mother with a commercial product, such as Advantage or Frontline, and bathe any other puppies in the house. If you leave even one animal in your house untreated, the fleas will quickly infest your puppy again.
  Step 6
  Wash your puppy's bedding in very hot water, and then dry it on the highest heat setting on your dryer. This will kill eggs in addition to live fleas. The ASPCA recommends vacuuming all carpets and upholstered furniture inside your home, and then disposing of the vacuum bags in an outside trashcan.
  Step 7
  Take your puppy to the veterinarian when he reaches eight weeks of age. Your veterinarian can prescribe a product appropriate for an eight-week-old puppy. Avoid using over-the-counter products until your puppy is older, unless instructed to do so by your veterinarian
QUESTION:
what flea treatment can i use on my female dog and her five day old puppies?
okay i need to know if i can and what is the most appropriate and safe flea treatment to use on my female dog and her 5 day old puppies.

any advise would be good please.

thank you
- ANSWER:
  See the answers given to another person that asked about flea treatment for 3 week old puppies on Yahoo just 5 hours ago. Same responses would apply to you.
QUESTION:
Can you give an 8 week old puppy flea treatment ?
I'm getting a new puppy. He is going to be in the house for the first few weeks. Just want to make sure he doesn't have fleas.
The lady I'm getting him from is having him dewormed and his first shots. I can't stop at the vets on the way home cause I'm picking him up on a Sunday.
- ANSWER:
  Well yes you can. but i dont recommend the ones from wal-mart or any other place like that. They dont even work. It would be a waste of money. I would pay a few extra bucks and take him to the vet and get one done the right way and only for a few bucks more.
  
  Congrats on the new puppie.

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Wednesday, April 13th, 2011 at 4:01 am

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The Relationship of Pets and Humans

Author: janny

In the modern society, more and more people feel lonely , because their children lived away from them and no one can company with them. So they raise pets, because they think they can rely on their pets for comfort, companionship, just like a friend . Although the pets can not respond to them about their feeling, these people always talk with them and make the pet the greatest listeners and the best friends. They have patience, and friendly, so they need not to worry about that it is difficult for them to get well with them. That is the greatest thing about our pets. Although sometimes they are dirty , or cause a mess in the living room ,we have to take care with them and teach them something.
All pets are smart , there are so many things you can teach to your pets. The most important thing is you should learn about your pet's habits and know exactly what they like , hate or scare. Apart from finding handy hints about your cat or dog you can also find many other handy tips for other pets, for example solving the algae problem in your fish tank and also learning about the Hermit crabs and the different types if you are considering petting these.

There is so many things we have to learn, and the experience we can get when we are training them. If you want your pets to understand what you say, you should have enough patience and keep calm, and teach them constantly. Fleas are always a problem when it comes to our cats and dogs. Fleas can be picked up anywhere. It is just something out of our control. However, we can find some tips on how to control it and have our best friend feeling comfortable as possible.

Although in any way , our pets are animals that do not resemble us, these beloved creatures are not different from us actually. We don't judge them and they don't judge us. They can sense our pain and sadness and also know when we are happy. It is easy for us to sense the feelings of them, too. They share the exact emotions as we do. We want companionship and just a friend and this is how they feel. We can get through life without a few things, but we cannot get through life without our pets.
Pets are our friends , they can bring us so much pleasure, we should know how to protect them and care them ,and treat them friendly. Only in this way can they show their appearance and confidence to us.

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Frequently Asked Questions

QUESTION:
Can dogs give humans fleas?
My puppy started itching than my family can dogs give humans fleas? If so why can't I see the fleas on the dogs or us? Also what do bits look like on dogs and humans?
- ANSWER:
  yes the definatley can! go to ur vet and get flea medicine and get your dog a flea collar
QUESTION:
can humans catch anything from cat fleas?
cos my cat has had fleasand i felt them on me too cos she goes every where. i washed al the bedding and things at 60 degrees but wanna know could the cat fleas harm humans giving us worms like they do cats or is it only human fleas that harm us
- ANSWER:
  fleas can cause itching and allergic reactions. i think in most cases just discomfort. However, fleas are tapeworm carriers and the tapeworm can be transmitted to the host (human). that said most fleas don't have eggs that hatch into tapeworm and you would have to accidentally ingest a flea (or purposely, for that matter)
QUESTION:
How do you treat humans for fleas?
The stray cat are bringing fleas to my cat, and I have found a few in my daughters hair. How do I get rid of them off of her?
- ANSWER:
  Talk to your physician concerning your daughter.
  
  You should then treat your cat for fleas (preferably with a product purchased from your veterinarian, as those sold in stores usually do not actually work) and treat your home for fleas. Treating your home involves thoroughly cleaning and vacuuming any areas that your cat has spent time in, including any furniture or clothing that has been in the area. If you need to treat your home further you should consult with your veterinarian as to an appropriate product.
  
  See here for further details:
  http://www.avma.org/animal_health/brochures/external_parasites/external_parasites_brochure.asp
QUESTION:
Can humans have FLEAS just like how a animal has FLEAS?
Lice does not count unless the fleas and lice the are in the same category of insects.
- ANSWER:
  yes they can i have had them before .just wash your whole body in dog shampoo and spray your house or apartment etc out with flee killing stuff it works
QUESTION:
Can humans get fleas? How do you get rid of them?
My sister has three dogs, and allows the one to sleep in bed with her daughter. Today my neice was sent home from school because the teacher said she has fleas.

She was at my house all day but didn't lay on couches or anything. I'm so worried that I might get fleas! We have no pets here and I didn't really hug her or get too close to her.

How do you get rid of fleas from humans and how should I de-flea my house so no one here will catch it?
- ANSWER:
  They might mean lice not fleas. If your neice was at your house than chances are you might have it as well. Make sure you have it first than just go to Wal Mart pick up a bottle of Nix, follow instructions, vacuum, wash all fabrics that she came into contact with & freeze the non washable fabrics for 72 hours (like pillows & stuffed toys). I know this sounds hard but believe me it's worth it! You don't want to let the lice spread so get rid of it now, make sure that anyone she has come into contact with knows about the lice & treats it or it could come back to you. Sorry!!!

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