New Pets

Everyone loves watching fish swim in tanks, but beginning an aquarium requires just more than water and a fish. It takes the know how to care for the type of fish you have brought home, and what specific needs it has, such as fish food and water temperature. You will also need a crash course in pet health, as fish are unlike many other traditional pets. Some fish like cooler water, while others    .. more …

So, how can you be sure you are ready for the commitment of a new pet? As with most decisions in life, knowledge is the key to making the best decision you can. Start by asking yourself some basic questions. 1. Does everyone in the household want a pet, or is the pet going to be source of argument?2. Is everyone ready and able to share in the responsibility, or is just one person going to end up    .. more …

The impact of recession on consumer spending and attitudes has been rather small in the pet industry and 2009 statistics have proved this trend. Sales related to pets even grew slightly in 2009 and they were among the very few categories which benefited from such a trend.People who spend money for their pets are still looking for value in the money they are spending on their pets, which does not    .. more …

Do you have a lot of questions regarding the health of your cat or dog? A lot of people end up being very concerned for their pets when they get sick or injured. The first place that most people go to look for information regarding pet health is on the internet. Although the internet is a great place to learn more about various types of diseases, injuries, and things that happen to pets, there is    .. more …

If the usual pets fail to catch your interest, there is a wide range of unusual and exotic pets that you can own. What generally interests people about exotic pets is that, they are part of the untamed nature that contains millions of species that have evolved without the intervention of humans. The lack of knowledge about such creatures makes it all the more interesting to own them.Nobody would    .. more …

pet owners might have more guests than they’d bargained for this Christmas as thousands of flea eggs hatch in our homes, warns leading veterinary charity, PDSA. The charity for pets in need of vets is warning owners that they, and their four-legged friends, could be set for a winter of stressful scratching thanks to their unwanted visitors. PDSA statistics* show that there is a 20 per cent    .. more …

According to the Vet Poisons Information service, it is very common for a pet to be poisoned in their own home. Some common substances which are poisonous to pets include: Vermin poison: you might be trying to get rid of unwanted rodents or slugs, but these chemicals can cause excessive internal bruising or bleeding in your pet if ingested. The effects might not be immediately obvious, but    .. more …

An examination of factors to keep in mind when considering pet health insurance as an option for your four-legged friend.When welcoming a new pet into their home, most new pet owners don’t spend too much time thinking about the possibility of their new companion being injured or falling seriously ill. Families welcoming a new puppy are more likely to think about all of the exciting times to come    .. more …

Pet Supplies and Pet Care Products in the U.S., 8th Edition: Pet Health and Pampering: The New Value EquationTable of Contents :  Chapter 1: Executive SummaryIntroductionMarket Definition Exclusions Four IRI-Tracked Product CategoriesReport Methodology The MarketRetail Sales Slow in 2009Figure 1-1: U.S. Retail Sales of Pet Supplies: 2005, 2009 and 2014 (in millions of dollars)IRI-Tracked Sales at    .. more …

Thinking about acquiring a new pet? A pet is a commitment for 10 20 years, and the decision to bring one into your home and life should not be made lightly, or on the spur of the moment. Acquiring a pet for the wrong reasons, or bringing home the wrong type of pet for your lifestyle or environment, is a common mistake that often leads to the pet being given up. Most animals that are brought to    .. more …