Cool Tools for Pet Pests

  
By Gregory Franklyn

There are LOTS of products to protect your dogs, cats, ferrets, mice, rats etc., and if you give me a minute I'll be more than happy to sell you all of them, but today I'm out to save you some money, get you much closer to your pet, and eliminate the need for my own Flea & Tick products. Here's a few tips you can easily use to deal with Ticks, Fleas and other small insect parasites that, literally, LIVE to hitch a ride on your little loved ones.

Eucalyptus: I've had 2 separate successful incidents of eliminating a flea infestation in my home using this common tree. By Infestation I mean fleas jumping on my bare feet while just walking through a room. It got that bad because we did NOT want to use an insecticide at all, let alone INSIDE our house! I did a lot of research on natural methods of dealing with fleas and ticks. Most were a bust, but we did find a write-up in Jethro Kloss' "Back to Eden" that suggested using Eucalyptus.

Here's what we did: There happened to be a grove of Eucalyptus trees just across the road from our house. We went over there and picked up a bunch of fallen branches and cut a few down too. We took them all across the street, took all the leaves off and spread them all over the house. About 48 hours later, there wasn't a flea or tick to be found, not even on Disco (the cat) or Toke (The dog). As it turns out, most insects, including fleas and ticks, are not particularly fond of the scent. They simply left on their own. We were delighted that we didn't have to harm anything, including the pests we wanted to be rid of, while solving a real problem with no cost what so ever.

Years later I had the same problem with a roommates' Cat. My roommate insisted her name was "Sly" but I called her "The Evil One"! That's a story for another day, however. This time there were no Eucalyptus trees to be found and we didn't have the luxury of raiding a nearby grove. So I tried the next best thing. I learned that it was the scent that the nasty little buggers didn't like, so I went to "the Body Shoppe" at the Mall and got some Eucalyptus oil and put it in a spray bottle with a bunch of warm water and walked through the house spraying every carpet and rug I could find. Furniture too! Sure enough, about 48 hours later, we were free of fleas and ticks.

Love that Jethro Kloss! He also suggested making a shampoo for furry animals that includes good concentrations of Pennyroyal. It's as effective as any current meds available today but it's a lot more labor intensive. You have to shampoo your pets regularly, about every 5-7 days in some cases. The labor comes in when you have to negotiate with a cat to give them a shampoo ONCE let alone every 5 days. The Dogs had fun with the whole operation, though. When they got out of the tub naturally they would run through the house shaking the water off their coats (Pennyroyal and all) all over the house. Immunizing the rugs and furniture in the process. How thoughtful!

Lastly, and this one works for Ticks much better than fleas, you can pick up some "Brewer's Yeast" or "Nutritional Yeast" in the bulk section of most grocery stores these days and certainly at any natural food store. Just sprinkle a little bit on your dog or cat's food every so often. When a tick bites your loved one they don't like the taste and start looking for another host to hitch a ride on. Don't over do the yeast sprinkling even though you dogs and cats love the taste. It gave Disco and Toke the runs because I started out thinking I had to use a heavy concentration. Just a little will do the trick and you'll save yourself the nasty chore of cleaning up runny,,, um,,, well, you get my meaning!

As an aside: A little Brewer's Yeast and soy sauce on your popcorn and/or your baked potatoes is a real delight at my house and it DOESN'T give us the runs. Since you already have some in the house now anyway…..

So if you don't want to go to all the trouble of using these "Back to Nature" tricks, we have a variety of solutions for your pets that are also natural, but we do all the work FOR you. Stop by and see what we have for you and your funny furry freaky friends at http://www.gonatures.com

Much Love,
Gregory

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About the Author

Gregory Franklyn is a 50 something native of Detroit who currently calls the Pacific Northwest his home. He has studied and applied Natural and Alternative remedies for common ailments for over 15 years. He currently operates a website dedicated to information and products that naturally enhance the human body's ability to heal itself. Franklyn is NOT a medical health professional. Visit http://www.gonatures.com

When A Dog Bites Get A Personal Injury Lawyer

by Nick Messe

Every year, millions of people throughout the country suffer from dog bites. In our society, many people have come to think about their pets as people with fur or hair, forgetting that they are still animals and do not have the capacity to reason and think like humans. For this reason, the law holds the pet owner responsible for the actions of their pets.

Injuries can range in severity from a mild bite that doesn't even break the skin, to a vicious mauling that can cause severe injuries and even death in the most extreme cases. Some dogs, such as pit bulls, have even been banned in some areas due to their violent tendencies and propensity to cause serious damage when attacking individuals.

Many of these deaths are handled in criminal court where precedents have been set for sentencing owners to many years in prison. In addition, a victim can file a civil lawsuit seeking to recover costs from medical bills and punitive damage. In order to get the compensation that they deserve because of a dog attack, victims need to consult with a personal injury lawyer or a wrongful death attorney.

Hiring a personal injury attorney or a wrongful death lawyer can allow victims to understand whether or not their case has merits and can be successfully argued in court. In many areas, there are clear laws and regulations that govern whether or not a victim of a dog attack can win damages from litigation. In order to prove culpability, a judge or jury must consider a number of factors. The first issue that will have to be determined is whether or not the dog in question actually caused the injury.

Next, the owner of the dog must be identified. Only then can a lawsuit be filed against that pet owner. Another consideration that a judge or jury has to make is whether or not the attack was the result of provocation from the victim.

If the attack was a result of the victim having provoked the dog, the case may not have merits and may not result in an award of damages. If, on the other hand, a person was walking by and minding his own business when attacked, a personal injury award may be granted. Finally, it must be determined whether or not a person had the legal right to be in the same area as the dog when the injury occurred.

Pet owners have a responsibility to keep the public safe from their pets. Owners of any dog, particularly dangerous dogs like pit bulls, should secure their yards with fences and make sure that their pet habitats are enclosed. Signs should also be posted to warn the public about potentially dangerous dogs.

Many jurisdictions also have leash laws that require any dog in a public area be fitted with a collar and leash. Not only does this protect the public, but it is also important to ensure the safety of the pet.

Dog bites happen all the time and often result in severe and painful injuries or even death. The law holds dog owners responsible for the behavior of their pets and provides methods of receiving compensation for injuries that result from attacks. Consulting a personal injury lawyer or wrongful death attorney is the only way for victims to make sure that they receive fair compensation for their injuries.

About The Author:
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Caring For Pet Ferrets

Posted By: Bette J

Ferrets may not be a common animal choice for pets, but these critters have been domesticated by humans since way back in 4 BC. Many people find ferrets nice to have and as easy to keep, if not easier, as other typical pets like dogs and cats. Here are some basic tips about caring for ferrets.Keeping Ferrets Active


Keeping Ferrets Active
Ferrets are very energetic animals. It is recommended to keep them entertained with toys that aren’t easy to break to maintain the animals safety. Ferrets can be nice pets when one knows the right ways of caring for them. Having them can be a fun and exciting experience.

Making a Home for the Ferret
Ferrets prefer living in spaces that resemble dens in the wild. A wired cage that is about 30 inches wide, 18 inches deep, and 18 inches long may suffice. Many ferrets like living in cages that have things to climb such as ramps and stairs. The cage should allow good ventilation, thus it is not wise to use aquariums. The floor may be covered by linoleum tiles and carpets or other soft washable materials to make the flooring more comfortable for ferrets to walk on than wire floors. The cage should be kept within 55 to 70 degrees. It should also be cleaned regularly with hot soapy water.

Feeding Ferrets
Ferrets are carnivores that require at least 22% fat and 34% protein from animal sources. It isn’t recommended to feed them dog or cat food. Chicken and turkey are ideal. Ferrets should never be fed vegetables because they are difficult to digest. Fruits are also not an option because sugars may increase tendencies for insulinoma. Egg whites should also be avoided because they can cause hemolytic anemia.

Potty Training
A small 3 to 5 inches-high cardboard box may be used as a litter box for ferrets. Litter pans should be secured to a side of the cage, far from the ferrets eating and sleeping areas. Litter products made of plant or paper fibers are recommended to prevent clumping of fecal matter.

Keeping Ferrets Clean
Ferrets tend to produce undesirable odors. To prevent them from smelling to strongly, they can be bathed using a special ferret shampoo, kitten shampoo, or diluted baby shampoo. It isn’t advisable to bathe ferrets daily, because it will dry their skin, causing overcompensation of oil secretion, making the ferret smell more. It is also important to check the ferrets ears for mites regularly. Ears should be cleaned using cotton soaked in a special cleanser that can be bought from a pet store.

If you would like to find more articles about Ferrets, Please click here: ezcooldata.com/ferrets/.  Proper caring for these little critters is very important to keep them healthy. Like any pet, be sure you check into what is involved to take care of this animal before you take it home. The pet will need your time and it will depend on you for it's food and care. Have a Happy Time with your new pet.

Source:  http://bettes88.blogspot.com/2010/02/caring-for-pet-ferrets.html

The Fundamentals Of Exotic Pet Law

Posted By Bette J

No one wants to break any law. A law abiding citizen would first check the legality of the circumstances before getting an exotic pet. This actually takes some effort in finding out. One: it depends on the state where the owner lives. And two: it depends on the exotic animal that he is taking care of.

If you think just going online and checking it on the internet is the answer, you're mistaken. Sometimes, the information gathered on the web are already late and lacking in information. Sometimes, the local laws don’t apply on each state. It's just not consistent therefore, it's not dependable.

For an owner of an exotic pet, it is advised that he checks with the local government first. This could be the city, the town or the county. Ask a local humane society or the closest animal shelter.

So that you could provide the right habitat and right diet for your exotic pet, it's suggested that you consult your veterinarian. Sometimes health departments added regulations to the city laws that have already been imposed. Sometimes, the exotic pet is legal in your county, but then you have to double check if its legal in your state.

It may be a hassle to do this at first but then it's a necessity. If it so happens that your exotic pet isn’t legal where you reside, it might be taken away from you. Another issue that must be given attention to is that an exotic pet may be an endangered creature and bringing it to the mainland may not help in protecting their species, if it would only mean the animal would die later on.

Checking the legality of an exotic pet is also for the owners to not have conflict of interests with his neighbors. People may file a complaint against their possession of the exotic creature, so not only will this lead to the confiscation of the animal, it could also result in euthanasia.

If the creature is legally obtained, it would only result to the extinction of the animal. What's considered exotic is most of the time endangered. Check out the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora for more information.

To also protect your neighborhood, the states are concerned with regards to the animals that are brought in. Exotic creatures such as crocodiles and large cats are considered to be potentially harmful when not handled with care.

Generally, these exotic animals need special care (nutrition and living space.) These aren’t easily acquired by the owner and the consultation with a veterinarian is required.

Moving on from science regulations, the laws that concerned exotic creatures may come off as political as well. The law encompasses that the acquisition of exotic creatures require the owner to provide the proper care and diet to these creatures in order for them to no longer be endangered. If these are not met, then the animals may be confiscated and result in the heartbreak of the owner.

Source: http://bettes88.blogspot.com/2010/01/fundamentals-of-exotic-pet-law.html