Home and Pet Lovers Articles and Tips

A variety of articles to make your home environment a happy and content place to live - and tips on pet care, feeding, exercize. In other words - helping make the life of the home owner easier, simpler and just plain happy. Can we motivate you, can we inspire you ... I hope so.

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Thursday, March 11, 2010

What do you do about fighting Cats?

If you have two cats and they are often fighting with one another you may wonder what is wrong and what the best course of action is. Separate them? Let them fight it out? It can be distressing to watch as your cats roll around on the floor wrestling with one another and even more worrying when you see claws and hear lots of hissing. This article will offer an insight into what to do for the best.


Read entire article - on cat fighting solutions

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Tuesday, January 05, 2010

Should you adopt a dog from the dog pound?

Is this a good idea. You might be surprised at the good dogs you can find at a pound, They are abandonded for many different reasons,

Should I adopt a dog from the dog pound?

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Tuesday, August 18, 2009

Top sites in Pet_Sitting by ranking.com

Here is a listing of top pet sitting sites according to ranking.com

Great idea to get a live-in pet sitter or visiting pet sitter so your
pet can stay at home when your away.

Top sites for pet sitting

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Thursday, July 09, 2009

How do I know if my dog is sick?

How can I tell if my dog is sick? When do I take them to the vet? What are the signs
my doggy is not well?

This is a dileman for many dog owners.

Find the answers to these questions at this excellent article below.

How to tell if my dog is sick?

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Monday, July 06, 2009

Coffs Harbour homeowner finds wonderfull housesitter and looks forward to her overseas trip

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"I have just used your service for the first time and have been amazed at the response to my add.All the applicants sounded so nice and it was difficult to choose just one.

I have recently met the successful applicants and feel they will prove to be wonderful house sitters for me. I will let you know after I return from my overseas trip.

I look forward to using your srvice in the future and have passed on your details to several friends.Kind regards."
Jenny (username Kalmiah)

Coffs Harbour North Coast NSW Australia housesit details:

I need a caring person/persons to look after my 2 dogs and cat.

Sprat is a small terrier cross and Tiffy a look alike Disney shaggy dog(clipped at the moment) Tootsie is a geriatric Birman cat who sleeps most of the time.

I live in a nearly new 3 bedroom townhouse 2 minutes from the CBD of Coffs Harbour. With beautiful mountain views from the front and back of the house I am only 5 minutes from main beach and Jetty areas. There is an enclosed dog park 2 minutes away and I walk the dogs there every morning.I would like you to be able to continue to do this.Other than that your time is free to enjoy this beautiful area.

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Wednesday, July 01, 2009

Does your Dog start growling when eating and someone comes near?

Dogs can get very protective when eating - growling when some one comes near. Here is an article that sorts through the issues and comes up with a solution. Very important - especially if young children are involved

Read entire article on How to Handle a Dog That's Aggressive Over Food

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