Author: Adam Paudyal

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3 Major Environmental Gill Disorders In Fish And How To Prevent Them

Gills as we all know is the respiratory organ that helps fish breathe. It is only due to gills, fish survive in water. So gills are very important for fish but they are very fragile as well. I am saying fragile in the sense that they easily get attacked by parasites and bacteria. This is especially true if you are housing your fish under poor living conditions. Before I go any further regarding gills, let me inform you something about pet fish care. Here lately, I have been getting a lot of questions from the readers of this website regarding[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats

Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats by Grill-Phoria recalled. [All Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company:  Grill-Phoria LLC Brand: Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats Recalled products: Grill-Phoria LLC of Loveland, Colorado is recalling approximately 200, 3.5 oz bags of Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats. Why recalled? possible Salmonella Contamination. Notes: No illnesses have been reported to date. These approximate 200 bags were distributed and manufactured between September 20, 2014 through January 2, 2015, and do not have lot codes. Big Bark All Natural Beef Jerky Treats for Dogs was distributed in Colorado, Wyoming, Utah and Oklahoma through Nor-Sky Pet[…]Read More…

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5 Possible Reasons Why Dog Eats Poop and How to Stop It

The consumption of feces, Coprophagia, is probably one of the grossest things you seen your dog do. If you own a dog or ever had a dog, you should know that this is one of the most hideous crimes your pooch can commit. Imagine you strolling in a park with your dog and all of a sudden it sniffs something on the ground and starts licking it. Later you realize that was poop it licked and you can’t help but exclaim with a remark “OMG disgusting”! I am sure most of you have experienced this situation. I know I have[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks

J.J. Fuds Chicken Tender Chunks Recalled. [All Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company:  J.J. Fuds, Inc. [Click on the image to see a larger version of the Labels] Brand: J. J. Fuds Premium Natural Blends, Chicken Tender Chunks. Recalled products: The product can be identified by the batch ID code (manufactured date) and UPC code printed on the back of the individual plastic bag or on the master case label. This product is a frozen raw poultry product (see Safe Handling Instructions on package) and has a shelf life of one year if kept frozen. The recalled product is as follows:[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Purr Complete Feline Poultry Meal

Purr Complete Feline Poultry Meal is recalled by Oma’s Pride due to potential salmonella contamination. [All Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company:  Oma’s Pride of Avon, CT Brand: Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal Recalled products: Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal is sold frozen. It is packaged in clear 12 oz. (UPC: 8 79384 00017 9) and 2 lb. (UPC: 8 79384 00018 6) plastic packaging under the Oma’s Pride brand as a poultry blend with code #1524. It was manufactured on September 12, 2014 with a use by recommended date of September 12, 2015. Why recalled? possible Salmonella Contamination. Notes: Purr-Complete Feline Poultry Meal was distributed[…]Read More…

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What You Need To Know About Veterinary Care For Fish?

It is hard to deny that fish are adorable creatures and make great pets. There are many advantages of keeping pet fish as compared to cats or dogs. Pet fish can only stay in the aquarium/ tank or pond. Hence, you don’t have to worry about cleaning the poop or taking the fish for a walk every day. I have come across innumerable people who love keeping (or would love to keep) variety of fish. Their exotic colorful body and the ease in the care aspect is why people are so intrigued about keeping pet fish. All that is true[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Roo Bites (Cubes) Pet Treats

Jump Your Bones recalls Roo Bites Pet Treats (dehydrated Kangaroo meat) due to potential Salmonella contamination. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company:  Jump Your Bones, Inc. Brand: Roo Bites (Cubes) Pet Treats Recalled products: The products affected by this recall ( dehydrated kangaroo meat) are identified with the following UPC codes: 63633010041 for 80g. / 2.82oz. including samples of .32 oz. Why recalled? possible Salmonella Contamination. Notes: The affected lots were distributed to retail pet food stores nationwide and through pet food retailers/distributors. The affected products are also sold in online stores and boutique bags. This recall is being made with the knowledge[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Barkworthies Chicken Vittles Dog Chews

Barkworthies Chicken Vittles dog chews recalled by Barkworthies due to potential salmonella contamination. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company:  Barkworthies of Richmond, VA Brand: Barkworthies Chicken Vittles dog chews Recalled products: Here are the details on the affected products. The Lot Code can be found on the side of the plastic pouch. Barkworthies Chicken Vittles Lot Code: 1254T1 Size: 16 oz. Plastic Pouch Best Used by Date: May 2016 UPC: 816807011510 Why recalled? potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Note: This product was distributed nationwide starting May 6, 2014. This recall started after a routine testing by the Colorado Department of Agriculture[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Evo ® Dry Cat And Ferret Food

Evo ® Dry Cat And Ferret Food recalled by Natura Pet Products due to insufficient levels of vitamins and excess minerals. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Natura Pet Products Brands: EVO ® Grain Free Turkey & Chicken formula for Cats, kittens. EVO ® Grain Free Ferret Food. Recalled products: Here are the details on the affected products: PRODUCT SIZE UPC EXP DATE LOT CODE EVO® Grain Free Turkey & Chicken Formula dry cat & kitten food 15.4 LB 5148 541400 02/19/2016 4300A700D2 EVO® Grain Free Turkey & Chicken Formula dry cat & kitten food 2.2 LB 5148 541402 02/20/2016 4301A700A4 EVO® Grain[…]Read More…

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Shiba Inu: Ultimate Information On Keeping Shiba Dog Breed As Pets

Dogs make us forget our worries, bring joy in our lives and the best part is, we get a caring friend! They never make us feel alone. As we all know that there are so many beautiful and intelligent dog breeds, it becomes hard to choose which one of them you should really keep as a pet. Today I am going to introduce you to one such cute and a smart breed called Shiba Inu. The Shiba Inu breed originated from central Japan as a hunting dog. They are the smallest of the six original and distinct spitz breeds of[…]Read More…

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How To Add A Cue To A Known Behavior in Positive Reinforcement Dog Training?

Today I have another video by Donna Hill. This is the 4th video by Donna that I have featured in this site. Here are the 3 previous ones: One Secret To Training Dogs: The Reinforcing Approach Basic Tutorial For Beginners: How To Be An Effective Clicker Trainer? How To Capture A Sit With Clicker Training? The Basic Dog Training Donna specializes in clicker training for dogs. Her video teaches the beginning steps all the way to higher levels of dog training in a fun and positive way for you and your kids. I would also be publishing more of her informative[…]Read More…

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5 Top Reasons Why Your Dog May Have A Dry Nose

At times, dogs do encounter dry nose. Dry nose can be a normal thing or it may be a matter of concern. I own two dogs and dry nose is always one of the major concerns I have with them, especially during winter. As far as my knowledge goes, dogs usually have wet nose which generally is an indication that everything is working fine. So when I felt that my bulldog is encountering dry nose issues, I had to take some steps to know the reasons behind it. I called up the vet and asked for an appointment. When I[…]Read More…

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5 Small Dog Breeds That Always Stay Small No Matter Their Age

Are you a fan of small dogs? Being small has its advantages. Some of the major advantages are without a doubt; easy to take care of, don’t need much space, live longer and can travel with you where ever you go. Those are some of the reasons why, nowadays, more small dogs are being kept as pets than bigger dogs, according to the American Kennel Club. Do you want a small pooch as your pet? Here is the list of five popular small dogs that always stay tiny no matter their age: 1. Papillion – They look cute and innocent. Their height[…]Read More…

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How To Capture A Sit With Clicker Training? The Basic Dog Training

Here we go again; it is that time of the week already where I feature informative video post in this site. Today I have another video by Donna Hill. This is the 3rd video by Donna that I have featured in this site so far. Here is the list of the ones that is already published: One Secret To Training Dogs: The Reinforcing Approach. Basic Tutorial For Beginners: How To Be An Effective Clicker Trainer? Donna specializes in clicker training for dogs. Her video teaches the beginning steps all the way to higher levels of dog training in a fun[…]Read More…

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How To Change Your Aquarium Water? (The Complete Care Guide)

Air is to us as water is to fish. Water is what keeps a fish alive. But ironically, water can also really harm your fish. Don’t be shocked when I talk about dangers as dirty water will always give rise to infections that will ultimately harm your fish. The truth is, even crystal clear water can have several types of diseases which can affect your fish — it could be like a silent killer. A lot of factors will determine the right quality of water where the fish can have a healthy environment. People often commit the mistake of not[…]Read More…

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Basic Tutorial For Beginners: How To Be An Effective Clicker Trainer?

Today I have another video by Donna Hill. This is the 2nd video by Donna that I have featured in this site so far. Here is the 1st one: One Secret To Training Dogs: The Reinforcing Approach. Donna specializes in clicker training for dogs. Her video teaches the beginning steps all the way to higher levels of dog training in a fun and positive way for you and your kids. I would also be publishing more of her informative videos in later posts so stay tuned. And don’t forget to follow Donna on Twitter, Facebook & Google+ Summary of the video: This video[…]Read More…

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Gill Infection in Fish: Branchiomycosis; Prevention, Causes, Symptoms, Treatments

Just as we have lungs, fish have gills. Lungs and gills both serve the same purpose. Lungs are no doubt an important organ of our body. They do help us breathe. If something goes wrong with your lungs, you may either end up dead or have to endure a life time of suffering. So, imagine the same thing happening with your fish. Gill infection is often fatal and fish usually die within days or months – depending on how serious the infection gets. Gills are the organ that helps in breathing and if they go bad, there is no way[…]Read More…

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Common Eye Disorders In Fish: Types, Symptoms, Treatment & Prevention

Eyes are so precious indeed. It lets you see the beautiful world. Not to forget that it is also one of the most sensitive areas of all the living creatures; with eyes that is (O: A small scratch in the eye can make you scream in pain. Sadly, fish cannot raise their voice and it becomes difficult for us to understand how much the poor little fish are suffering. It is the duty of the fish-keeper to take proper care of the adorable creatures and offer them a clean environment. Eye diseases are very common in fish kept in tanks with[…]Read More…

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One Secret To Training Dogs: The Reinforcing Approach

Today I want to share with you a video by Donna Hill. Donna specializes in clicker training for dogs. Her video teaches the beginning steps all the way to higher levels of dog training in a fun and positive way for you and your kids. This is one of the many ‘how to’ step by step videos by Donna about living with and training dogs. I would also be publishing more of her informative videos in later posts so stay tuned. And don’t forget to follow Donna on Twitter, Facebook & Google+ Summary of the video: The most important thing[…]Read More…

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Lice, Leeches In Fish: Causes, Symptoms, Precautions And Treatments.

Ever had lice in your head? Only the people who had lice would know how irritating it is to deal with (and remove) them. It takes time and effort to get rid of the awful lice from your head and same goes with the fish even though fish lice and human lice are completely different. You may have heard or read that fish lice and leeches are quite uncommon infection among fish, but I personally don’t really think so. And what’s more, it is always best to prevent them in the first place rather than having to worry about the cure later[…]Read More…

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Interview With Cesar Millan – The Dog Whisperer

Hello everyone! Today I want to share with you a video interview of Cesar Millan aka The Dog Whisperer. Cesar is a popular Dog expert and a television host. He worked with Dog Rehabilitation for many years. He had his own TV show for 9 plus years that has been broadcasted in more than 80 countries. He also has bestselling books to add to his repertoire. My goal in rehabilitating dogs and training people is to create balanced relationships between humans and canines says Cesar but some of the techniques he used has been controversial and drawn a quite a[…]Read More…

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5 Sensational Power Player Pets In Social Media

In this day and age of internet, having a social media presence and fans that follow you like crazy is not a big deal. Nowadays, everybody is on social media and everyone has fans, even pets. Yes you read that right! Apparently there are some pet power players that are a total sensation in social media. Here are the 5 pets that top the list: Sockington: This tuna lover tops the list with 1.3 million + Twitter followers. As the story goes, Socks the cat (full name: Sockington) was first spotted by a person next to a T stop outside of Boston[…]Read More…

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Pet Food Recall – Simply Nourish Biscotti Dog Treats

Simply Nourish Biscotti Dog Treats recalled by Loving Pets Corp & PetSmart due to the potential for mold growth. [Recalls In Reverse Chronological Order] Company: Loving Pets Corp & PetSmart Brands: Simply Nourish Biscotti with Beef and Sweet Potatoes Dog Treats Recalled products: The affected products have an expiration date of February 2016. Here are the details on the affected product: Why recalled? Due to the potential for mold growth. Note: No other Simply Nourish or Loving Pets treats are affected according to Loving Pets Corp & PetSmart. What to do? The company recommends consumers to immediately stop using the specified product. Return it to any[…]Read More…

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Anemia In Fish – What Is It All About?

What is the first thing that comes into your mind when you hear the word anemia? You would answer the lack or the deficiency of the red blood cells, right? This is exactly the condition that the animals face. It is a heart and blood vessel condition where there is a sudden drop of the red blood cells. I would like to add that anemia is also called the ‘infectious salmon anemia’ that has affected the fish farms in countries like Norway, Canada, Chile and Scotland. The sad part is, some fishes may show the symptoms and some may not.[…]Read More…

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Fungal Infection In Fish: The Causes And The Remedies

It’s great to see them swim across the aquarium, isn’t it? Their colorful body and scintillating eyes makes us feel how beautiful their life is! At times, I feel they really don’t have any burden on their shoulders to earn nor they have to study to get any degrees! They have a happy-go-lucky life with nothing to worry about. Well, the grass is always greener on the other side. Every living creature on Earth has got certain responsibilities to fulfill (and fishes of course, are added in the list). Fishes are responsible in completing the aquatic ecosystem. Okay, enough of[…]Read More…