Respiration: discovery and how it works
Breathing: all about its discovery and how the respiration process works.
What makes clouds form?
© kevindooley (Flickr) Bowl of clouds © kevindooley (Flickr) What are clouds? There are many different types of clouds in our skies – but while each one varies in shape, size and density, all are made up of the same…
How to make a dry ice bomb?
1. WARNING © SparkFunElectronics (Flickr) Dry Ice © SparkFunElectronics (Flickr) THIS EXPERIMENT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. PROCEED WITH CAUTION, OR WITH ADULT SUPERVISION. DO NOT ALLOW A DRY ICE BOMB TO EXPLODE ANYWHERE NEAR YOURSELF OR ANOTHER LIVING BEING. 2. Items…
Picking the right flowers for your wedding
© Candie_N (Flickr) Pink rose without frame © Candie_N (Flickr) Roses typically infer love, joy, and beauty. They are the traditional symbol of love. There are roses that are a solid colour, bicoloured, striped, or even tipped. Most of the…
Recognize a food allergy in your dog
© Michael McCollum Harley is a food-allergic black Lab who eats only homemade food. © Michael McCollum Incessant itching may not seem serious, but it can turn very serious. You need to stop it.The first thing to do is make…
Effective methods to stop a dog from barking
1. Praise over punishment © Pleple2000, Creative Commons Maltese going for a walk © Pleple2000, Creative Commons Need for attentionDogs are much like children and they prefer any attention, even negative attention, over no attention at all. The most effective…
Litter training a kitten
© susan402 (Flickr) kittens © susan402 (Flickr) Litter training for a kittenWhen you first bring your kitten home:When you first get a kitten, it is essential that you allow the kitten to explore your house in its own time. Cats…
Electric fence for dogs: the facts
© mockstar Flickr Oslo The Dog © mockstar (Flickr) How does the wireless dog fence work? Components of the wireless fenceThe actual pet safe fence is a wire which is stretched around the perimeter of the area to be confined.…
Wireless fences: the facts
© Tobyotter (Flickr) Abandoned (For a Photo) © Tobyotter (Flickr) What is the wireless pet fencing and how it works The components of the "fence"There are different systems of pet-safe wireless fencing, but essentially they all work in the same…
Aspirin for dogs, the facts: dosage and risks
“Can I give my dog aspirin?”, the answer is yes, as long as you know the dosage and risks.
Where to find a kitten for sale in uk
© London looks (Flickr) Kittens! © London looks (Flickr) What sort of kitten do you want? Do you want a moggy or non-pedigree kitten? Or would you prefer a kitten of a certain breed, or a pedigree kitten. A moggy…
Top five cat-friendly dog breeds
© Lee Coursey, Creative Commons Dog and cats are able to get along © Lee Coursey, Creative Commons MalteseThese hardy little dogs, although hunters in days gone by, have an affinity towards cats as well as other dogs. This breed…
A guide to dog obedience training
© KeeT little girl with puppy © KeeT Know the dog Every pet owner should learn as much about the breed of the pet dog as possible. Knowing the characteristics of the breed can help point to the right direction…
How to raise a kitten
© Helen Krasner Kittens are absolutely gorgeous © Helen Krasner Do you really want a new kitten? Advanced thinkingYou need to think in advance about how to raise a kitten. If you have children, emphasise to them that a baby…
How to care for a cat?
© Helen Krasner Long-haired cats need lots of care © Helen Krasner Before getting your new cat. You need to decide what type of cat you want. Will it be a moggy or non-pedigree, perhaps a rescue cat which needs…
Types of flea medications for dogs
© Sugar Pond Flickr Animal Care and Control in Brooklyn © Sugar Pond (Flickr) PyrethroidPyrethroid based products include those with Permethrin, Phenothrin, Etofenprox. This topical product is placed between the shoulder blades once a month. It kills adult fleas and…
How to kill termites?
© derekkeats (Flickr) Flying termites © derekkeats (Flickr) Hire a professional Professional helpOne sure way to get rid of termites is to hire a professional pest control company and let them do the work for you.They will most likely have…
How to kill ants?
© dinostock (Fotolia) bug © dinostock (Fotolia) Find the Ants and Their Entry Points One of the first steps is to find out the place where ants live inside your home or office. There are many places that ants can…
How do I get rid of ants in my home?
© NeilsPhotography (Flickr) Salivating Ant © NeilsPhotography (Flickr) Ant Problems in the Home Having an ant problem is more common than you might think. Many people get ants in their home such as the black ant or the common sugar…
Cockatoos as pets
© http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Cacatua_galerita_-perching_on_branch Sulphur-crested Cockatoo in captivity perching on a branch in Florida, © http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Cacatua_galerita_-perching_on_branch The key to make Cockatoo a great companion is a great beginning. Cockatoos are known for becoming aggressive and developing behavioral issues like screaming and biting.…
Buteo buteo – the common buzzard has returned
© Paddy Phillips A buzzard in flight and a perching buzzard superimposed on a close-up © Paddy Phillips During the early 1800's, the Common Buzzard was known to breed throughout all of Britain and Ireland. However, due to widespread illegal…
How do birds fly?
© Paddy Phillips Feather & close-up of components © Paddy Phillips Bird physiology LightweightThe physiology of birds and animals is distinctly different. Birds are built lightly so that they can fly. Bird bones are strong, yet lighter than animal bones.Many…
Car seat protectors: the qualities to evaluate before buying them
What are the main qualities of car seats protectors? Read this article to discover them.
How to restore your classic car
© itsallgood classy car for sale © itsallgood Skill setThe first thing you want to consider when undertaking a restoration project is your own skill level. Many would be restorers simply bite off more than they can chew when restoring…
Saab cars: strengths and weaknesses
© (Flickr) Saab cars: Strengths and weaknesses © (Flickr) History Saab is well versed at designing and producing fine cars. With its roots grounded in the manufacturing of aircrafts, Saab began its long-time business of producing the automobile since 1947.…
