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Pomeranian Information – 10 Quick Facts
POMERANIAN INFORMATION - 10 QUICK FACTS

You may be familiar with the Pomeranian people – cotton balls that we know and love a lot. However, there is a lot of Pomeranian information that most people don’t know about.

Here are 10 quick facts to build your knowledge base:

1. Pomeranians are very smart, and very conscious. They do not fit into the many “mute dog” stereotypes. They have many personalities, and are not afraid to show it!

2. Because of this, Pomeranian people may find it difficult to train using traditional methods. Positive reinforcement is the most effective technique. If you try to be too strict with your Pom, she will likely rebel and refuse to listen to you.

3. A Pom is a very loyal friend, who is often quite attached to the owner. Interestingly, if the whole family has a Pomeranian, Pom will often choose one family member as her “favorite”. This special person …

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Common Cat Skin Diseases and Their Causes
Common Cat Skin Diseases and Their Causes

Just like humans, cats can have problems with their skin as well. It is often difficult to diagnose some of the skin problems, so you may need to see your vet. Listed below are some of the common cat skin diseases and their causes.

Contact Dermatitis – This is the least common of all skin disorders. It is usually caused when a cat comes into contact with a particular substance. This can be an allergic reaction or an irritation to the substance. It can be treated with steroids and antibiotics.

Feline Acne – Yes, Fluffy can have acne problems as well. This occurs in cats of all ages. It is typically found around the chin and mouth. It is caused by when your cat rubs on surfaces to mark his territory. Over time, this will result in greasy patches and cause the acne. This can be treated with an antibiotic …

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My Pillow Pets Ms Sassy Cat Review
My Pillow Pets Ms Sassy Cat Review

For people looking to get stuffed animals as a gift for a birthday or Christmas, I think it is important to look outside of the traditional items, and pick a stuffed animal that is more unique and different than the common everyday stuffed toys. Picking something like the My Pillow Pets Ms. Sassy Cat gives you an opportunity to do that. Instead of picking a stuffed animal that can only be used as one thing, why not pick the My Pillow Pets variety which can be used as both a pillow and a stuffed animal? It may sound like a couple of very simple usages, but this simple idea has caught on like a wild fire, and these toys are quickly becoming one of the more popular items on the toy market today.

These items are unique because of the design. Underneath the stuffed animal is some Velcro, and when …

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Avoiding Pet Holiday Hazards – 5 Answers That Will Keep Your Pet Safe
Avoiding Pet Holiday Hazards - 5 Answers That Will Keep Your Pet Safe

For pets the holidays can be confusing, stressful, and downright dangerous. But the good news is they don’t have to be. The following 5 answers can help you make the holidays a happy, healthy time for you and your pet.

How can I keep guests from sneaking food to my pets?

Be direct and ask them not to give any human food. Explain that as tasty as it is for humans it can cause severe problems for your animal. If you feel that this request will have not effect play it safe rather than sorry, and put secure your pets away from the area where guest will be.

Which foods are most harmful?

Chocolate, caffeine, alcohol, macadamia nuts, candy, sugar, and foods with high salt content can all be deadly. Consult with your veterinarian about foods that are particularly hazardous for your animal, and then be vigilant about leaving any …

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Does Your New Pet Really Need a Pedigree?
Does Your New Pet Really Need a Pedigree?

Recently, some of my acquaintances decided to add a new Birman kitty to their family.

Birman kittens usually come with a hefty price tag of several hundred dollars and, often, a waiting list for the few available each year. These drawbacks didn’t deter this family in the least. They had their hearts set on a Birman cat, no matter how much they had to pay or how long they had to wait.

As it turned out, they ended up having to travel several hundred miles to find a breeder for this particular specie, and, when they did arrive, the owner brought out, not one, but two of the most adorable little balls of fluff they had ever seen. Of course, they went home with both of them, and a huge dent in their credit card.

Nevertheless, the proud Birman owners have never regretted their decision. The tiny kittens have grown …

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