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September 2, 2010
- A good quality food and water bowl. There are many different varieties on the market including not slip bowls, metal bowls, plastic bowls etc.
- It is sometimes a good idea to purchase a dog crate or kennel. It is advisable to purchase one which will accommodate your puppy when they reach adulthood. This will soon become their ‘home’ and this will make it easier to transport your puppy when travelling.
- A good quality stain remover for any little accidents your puppy may have.
- Puppy training Pads
- Good quality premium pet food to get your new puppy off to the best start. There are many top Puppy foods on the market, from brands such as Iams, Eukanuba, Royal Canin, James wellbeloved, Hills etc.
- Brushes and combs suited to your puppy’s coat are usually a good idea. They can remove unwanted hair and improve the appearance of your puppy. You will also be able to look for fleas whilst grooming too.
- It is also a good idea to buy a good quality dog shampoo.
- Identification tags with your puppy’s name, your name, telephone number and your vet’s name and phone number too.
- Dental chews & a good quality dog toothbrush and paste.
- A good quality pair of nail clippers
- Puppy treats; again there are numerous products available.
- Good quality, safe chew toys to ease with teething. There are lots of ‘Puppy’ specific dog toys on the market.
- Flea, tick and parasite control products.
June 22, 2010
Putting your dog on a diet can seem like an easy task, but many dog owners find it difficult to stop overfilling their dog’s bowls, and to stop providing numerous dog treats and leftovers. However if your dog is overweight it will be in their best interests to reduce the amount of body fat they have to carry around. Severely overweight dogs can be susceptible to numerous health problems.
However whilst putting your dog on a diet, it is important to supply them with food which is nourishing, provides all the essential vitamins and minerals, as well as the right levels of protein. It is often suggested that a diet containing at least 25% protein is required in order to help maintain a lean body and help support a dog’s immune system. It has been shown that lean muscle burns more calories than fat does. Therefore helping to maintain your dogs muscle tissue, is vital when trying to help them lose weight. When a dog looses significant amount of muscle mass, then their metabolic rate can be altered, which in turn means that they a expending less calories. It is said that over half of a dog’s dry matter is made up of protein.
There are a variety of different light dog foods on the market from brands such as Iams, Eukanuba, James wellbeloved, Royal Canin and more besides.
It is important to remember that diet or light dog food products are usually designed for normal adult dogs that are overweight. There are not designed for puppies or pregnant dogs.
June 19, 2010
As almost all cat owners will know, cats truly love to scratch; unfortunately they can often scratch the most inappropriate things. Even though a cat’s claws can be trimmed, it is not actually suggested that you remove them completely as cats in fact really enjoy scratching and it is a type of entertainment for them. As soon as cats learn that they have claws, a cat owner will start to see the damage to their, chairs, wallpaper, table legs, carpets and other fixtures and fittings which they can damage. This is where cat scratching posts come in handy.
Cats really love to climb on things such as beds, kitchen work surfaces and tables. They also like to hide inside cupboards and under beds and under other furniture. Scratching posts are available with platforms and other special nooks and crannies. This basically creates a very exciting activity centre for your cat. This provides valuable exercise for your cat, but furthermore it enables you as the pet owner to keep an eye on your cat to prevent your home being ruined.
Therefore locating a cat scratching post which your cat really likes to use and which genuinely enthrals them is critical. However this can be quite a tricky task indeed. A good start is to look for behavioural patterns within your cat to see when they like to scratch. It is usually good practise to place your new cat scratching post in an area where your cat will normally scratch furniture or next to their preferred chair. If however you are still finding it hard to persuade your cat to use the post, then there are certain scratching posts on the market which contain catnip, which should entice your cat to use the post. Scratching posts can be purchased from any good pet shop.
June 17, 2010
The majority of pet owners aim to make their pets as happy as possible. As long as you follow the basics, this task should be very easy to achieve. Pets are very much like humans, in terms of needs. To be a responsible pet owner, it is important to understand the needs of your pet and do your best to satisfy those needs.
Below are a few simple pointers to help ensure your pet is happy.
Sleeping
Having a nice snooze is very beneficial for pets. It enables them to recharge their batteries. Therefore it is important to supply your pet with a comfortable bed. This should ensure your pet has the right conditions in which to get a restful sleep.
Travel.
Most pet owners will have to travel with their pets at some point in time. Therefore it is important to make sure your pet is comfortable during transit. For dogs and cats there are specific carriers and crates that you can buy. Furthermore there are special travel calming products that can be purchased. These can be useful if your pet gets very anxious whilst travelling and can prevent sickness.
-Pet Food
Everyone loves to eat good food and enjoy a nice meal. Pets are just the same and they too have their favourite foods. There are many different brands on the market including James wellbeloved, Iams, Royal Canin, Eukanuba, all offering different varieties of pet food. As a general rule of thumb, value brand food usually contains more fillers and bulking agents, with less meat in the formulation. This usually means you will have to feed more of it, to ensure your pet is getting the right nutrients. However sometimes a pet will turn their noses up at certain foods. Therefore choosing one they will like can be trial and error.
Grooming.
Most pets love to receive attention, and therefore grooming is something which they can really enjoy. There are some really great products on the market which help the average pet owner to make sure their pet looks in top condition. Products like the Furminator are innovative new products which help to take the hassle out of removing excess hair from your dog and cat. People will definitely notice when your pet looks like a million dollars.
Pet Toys
Pets love to have fun and remain active. Providing them with relevant toys can make this a lot easier. There are many different pet toys on the market ranging in budget and durability. Pets need mental and physical stimulation to remain healthy and happy.
June 10, 2010
- Cat should live in dry, warm places. If their environment is cold and wet, this can cause health problems.
- Cat should have the ability to hide when they feel scared and anxious. If they are unable to hide, then it can cause anxiety problems.
- Cats can be very territorial animals and as a result they can become very emotionally attached to certain places. New environments with unfamiliar smells can cause distress and anxiety.
- Cats are very intelligent creatures. Cats like many other pets, need lots of physical and mental stimulation. If they fail to get this, then they can suffer.
- Cats by their very nature are very inquisitive animals. It is always prudent to make sure there are no potentially hazardous items left about your house, which could cause injury to your cat.
- Cats require easy access to a litter tray. This should be located as far away as possible for their food and bed.
- If you have more than one cat in your house, then it is best to supply enough toys, beds and hiding places for all your cats. This prevents fighting and enables them to get away from each other when they feel scared.
- If you are travelling with your cat, or taking them to a new place, then it is best to use a secure cat carrier & when you arrive, introduce your cat gradually. Putting familiar smelling items in the cat carrier can help your cat feel at ease when travelling and re-locating
- Cats require the freedom to run, climb, jump, stretch and exercise when they feel like it. If you have an indoor cat, then you could consider purchasing a cat activity centre, which are ideal for keeping your cat stimulated. These products can be purchased from any decent pet supplies shop.
- If you are going on holiday, always try to find someone to look after your cat.
- Cats tend to feel safer the higher up they are. For this reason it is a good idea to make sure your cat can reach a high place where it can rest: Shelves for example are great for this purpose.
- A funny thing about cats is that if you move house, they actually may try to get back to their old home. Therefore it is usually best to keep them indoors for 1 to 2 weeks after you move.
June 9, 2010
We all love our dogs and want to spend as much time as possible with them. However problems can occur if a dog becomes overly dependent on human attention and get it all the time whilst they are with us. To steer clear of these potential problems, the following guide will provide some tips:
-You should be the one to decide when you want to interact and play with your dog. Interactions with you dog can be made more exciting with the use of dog toys and dog treats etc.
-Start interactions and play with your dog whenever you like, but it is best to ignore them when they are demanding your attention.
-You should be the one to choose when you want to stop interacting with your dog. This includes stroking, talking to and playing with your dog.
-It is also a good idea to give your dog a sign or indication that you want to stop playing by saying a word such as ’stop’ or ‘enough’. This will let your dog know that you have had enough, you should then try and ignore them for a while. They should soon become passive again. It is best to continuously use the same word so your dog quickly learns the meaning behind it.
-When you arrive home from work it is best to only greet your dog if it is calm and in a relaxed state. If your dog is overly excited, it is best to ignore them until they settle down, and then proceed to greet them.
These tips try to ensure that you are the one to decide to touch, talk and generally interact with your dog. This doesn’t mean you should ignore your dog the majority of the time, but it should ensure that you have continuously positive interactions with your pet whenever you want to, when your dog is calm and relaxed. This ensures that you remain in charge and have a greater level of control over your dog. These tips should also ensure your dog becomes confident and able to handle life on their own, when you are not in the house. These tips should help to stop your dog becoming overly reliant on you for reassurance and give them the ability to cope whilst on their own.
May 29, 2010
It is important that the process of purchasing new tropical fish and adding them to your aquarium should be followed thoroughly. This is to make sure the new fish settle in quickly and safely.
A few guidelines to follow:
1. Make sure the water in your aquarium is healthy before buying and adding new tropical fish. If the water quality it not very good, the mixture of poor water quality coupled with the stress of transportation can cause health problems for new tropical fish. Therefore it is important to test the water for ammonia and nitrite using a test kit or else you can take a sample to your local aquatics store, where they will happy to test the water for you.
2. When purchasing new fish, it is always prudent to ask for advice about new tropical fish, in order to ensure they will be compatible and happy in your aquarium. Certain tropical fish can be very aggressive and territorial which can upset the balance of an aquarium.
3. It is also wise to only purchase healthy, active fish. If there are quite a few unhealthy or dead fish in the tank, this can point to problems.
4. The majority of aquatic stores will pack your fish in a plastic bag containing oxygen and water. This is far more beneficial than simply transporting the fish in water.
5. The store should also put the fish in a paper bag or similar in order to keep the fish in the dark thus reducing stress. For long journeys, preferably place the bag in a polystyrene box, or else whatever else that will maintain the temperature of the water.
6. It is important that you take your new fish home straight away, as longer journeys inevitably will cause increased stress.
7. When introducing the new fish, preferably turn the lights off in the aquarium. Then leave off for 24 hours in order to reduce stress.
8. It is also important to stabilise the temperature of the new fish before introducing them into the aquarium. To get your new fish used to the temperature of the aquarium, float the plastic bag on the surface of the water for 15 minutes.
9. When the time comes to introduce the fish, it is usually best to open the plastic bag, unroll the sides and let some of the aquarium water into the bag. It is then best to leave the bag like this for around 30 minutes.
10. Then it’s best to use a net to remove the tropical fish from the bag and place them into the aquarium. It is best to avoid tipping the water from the bag into the aquarium, as it may be dirty and can upset the water balance of the whole aquarium. After you have introduced the fish, it is best to avoid feeding the fish for 24hrs afterwards. Furthermore it is prudent to keep a close eye on the fish as they settle into their new surroundings. Inevitably new fish will commonly be very shy, so you may have to give them a few days to settle in. Tropical fish food and treatments can be purchased from www.gjwtitmuss.co.uk
May 11, 2010
The Beco-Bowl is a world first. It is an environmentally friendly alternative to regular plastic pet bowls. Made from rice husks, a product of rice farming, the BecoBowls are extremely sustainable to manufacture as well as being entirely biodegradable when thrown away. Furthermore is has a 5-10 years life expectancy, the BecoBowl functions in just the same way as a regular pet bowl. You can even clean it in the dishwasher. Once finished with, the BecoBowl can either be sent to landfill or added to a compost heap. Dependant on the surroundings, the bowl will disintegrate in 2 to 3 years.
Becobowls are manufactured from special plant fibre material. It is this material that makes Beco bowls extra special. These bows are made from waste plant fibres they are completely sustainable and fully biodegradable when finished with.
Facts:
A bowl starts life as rice husks and bamboo, which are unwanted leftover materials from farming. These materials are then ground into a fine powder with a special biodegradable resin then added. Finally this is then pressed in a hot mould; the eco friendly pet bowls are then created.
The beco-bowl has also won the award for best new pet product at the 2009 Glee Petindex New Product awards!
Available from GJW Titmuss Online Pet Store
May 10, 2010
The cat food that you choose for your cat can play an important role in overall health and vitality. There are numerous types and varieties of cat food available on the market, with pros and cons for each product. Making sure that you get the right food is important for maintaining the health of your cat. Some people however choose to simply buy the cheapest cat food on the market to reduce their expenses and because they believe all these products are essentially the same. However premium brand manufacturers claim that you need to feed less of their food when compared to cheaper alternatives. This does make choosing cat food very difficult, as costs are not as easy to calculate as they may seem.
It vital that pet owners buy food that is safe but also encourages the growth of their cat. The cat food that you choose can also have a significant impact on your cats skin, eyes, coat and fur and other physical appearances. The food that you need to buy will be dependent on the life stage of your cat. As the nutritional requirements will vary, depending on their life stage. Thus when you purchase a cat food, it is important to make sure that you check the life stage it is recommended for. For example the health and vitality of your cat could be adversely affected if you give kittens’ food, which is marketed for senior cats.
Another factor in determining what food to buy for your cat is lifestyle. Lifestyle plays an important role in deciding the food you should give your cat, as the food you should give to an active/inactive, indoor/outdoor cat, will be different and contain different levels of micro and macro nutrients. You will need to consider if your cat is suffering from any particular medical conditions. If your cat is allergic to certain foods, or has a more serious medical condition, then it is best that you consult your vet before buying cat food, as there may be a certain prescription diet that your vet may decide will be best for your cat.
There are some pet owners who find it difficult to decide whether to feed their cats dry or canned foods. Dry foods are generally considered to be better for your cat as they may be better for improving the health of teeth and gums. However, there are many cats that enjoy eating canned food as it is easy to chew. When providing your cat canned food, it is important to make sure your cat consumes their food within thirty minutes. If they don’t consume their food within thirty minutes, then it is usually best to throw it away.
Here at GJW Titmuss we stock a wide variety of pet supplies, including food, toys, collars, beds etc from top brands.
February 28, 2010
With all this freezing weather we’ve been experiencing, it is not just us humans who are feeling the cold. Cats are animals that like to stay snug and warm at night, so cat beds are perfect for ensuring your pet has its own place to sleep.
You can get cat beds in all shapes and sizes to suit your individual cat or kitten. Some cat beds are suitable for putting at the end of your bed, if your cat usually sleeps there, while others can simply be placed on the floor.
You can get open cat beds which are soft and provide insulation. Other types of bed include those with a hood and some which provide a full shelter or house for your cat. A number of beds are also suitable for small dogs.
Cat cradles can be placed on the side of a radiator and work like a comfy hammock for your cat. This ensures that, even when the heating is off, your cat is provided with a comfortable place to sleep.
So, if you want to give your cat its own area to stay warm at night during these cold months, then there is a great selection of pet products available online to choose from.
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