June 30, 2011
The harrowing news about two police dogs that were left in a car to die from overheating has caused a stir in the pet world. The two dogs, a German shepherd puppy and a working Belgian Malinois, died tragically, after being left in a private vehicle at the Metropolitan Police training unit in Keston. Temperatures rose to 30C (86F) on Sunday and it would be far too hot for any pet left in such conditions.
This case highlights the need for all dog owners to be much more aware of the dangers of leaving their pets in a vehicle without ventilation for any length of time.
“It can take as little as 20 minutes for a dog to die and temperatures can rise to above 40 degrees in some vehicles”. Guardian
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June 17, 2011
Not all of us are content to give a home to an animal which is furry and friendly in equal measure. Though it may seem strange to some of us, for some individuals the scalier and freakier the creature the better! Having said that, many of these seemingly bizarre additions to the pet family have their own particular perks and it may be that you have never considered owning such a critter simply because you aren’t in the know. So, with that in mind here is a brief list of the top five oddest animals that you too could provide with a home, should you be that way inclined.
There are of course numerous examples of people keeping pets that contradict laws but you don’t need to run the risk of criminal prosecution in order to own an exotic beast. At number five is that old favourite, the snake. Fitting the mould of scaly and a seemingly unfriendly animal, a snake can be a very rewarding pet in as much as they pretty much get on with their own lives, as long as you remember to feed them of course.
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June 15, 2011
I know this article doe
s boast a rather confusing title, but then again the concept we are about to consider is so simple, it’s almost a miracle that such an idea hasn’t been mentioned before! Yes, if you happen to be lucky enough to own a garden, or at least your own yard as well as a dog, you may well have wondered in the past why nobody had thought to invent an accessory such as a cat-flap but one that is big enough for dogs.
No? Well even if this had never occurred to you, it turns out that someone has indeed come up with such a concept, and you can actually purchase one from the GJW Titmuss website!
Known commonly as Dog Tunnels, these doors can be fitted into your back door, allowing you dog to take leave of himself without you having to constantly encourage him or her to venture outside. Of course the biggest issue you may be considering with regard to these doors is their size and any security issues which may arise as a result. Well, thankfully this has been considered and the resulting accessory comes complete with locking system and some of these products even use a last in or out direction indicator which will allow your dog in and out but nothing or nobody else.
Over at the GJW Titmuss website, these items can now be further inspected and as is the case with all of our products, a full specification is also available on every single one of our dog doors. Furthermore the majority of these items are available for free delivery so, if you were wondering whether such an item had actually been created, wonder no more! All the details you might need to consider are available on our main site.
June 13, 2011
One of the major perks of owning tropical fish has to be the sheer attractiveness of the little creatures. I think it’s probably safe to assume that in terms of companionship, a fish is unlikely to rival a dog or a cat but by the same token, you are unlikely to share your home with a multi-coloured hound.Still, however attractive and interesting a fish may be, it’s environment can also be tweaked in such as way as to make a fish tank not only a fine environment for your pets, but also the kind of feature that gives your house character.
After all, it’s not just the fish that get to enjoy the finished effect of a wonderfully decorated tank or aquarium is it?
There are many different options for a fish owner who wishes to spruce up his or her pets personal environment. From simple touches to complete overhauls, a fish can enjoy the spoils of a brand new and carefully designed environment as much as you can and there are plenty of different styles which might appeal to you; we wouldn’t advise asking your fish as they are unlikely to voice an opinion on the matter.
Still, if they could, we are sure that a fish would recommend a variety of plants and other obstacles in which your pet can hide, sleep and just interact in general. After all a tropical fish would be (in evolutionary terms) expectant of certain environmental properties which you can with a surprising amount of ease, replicate at home. Moss plants, Ambulia and other water friendly plant life can really add a new dimension to a simple aquarium, as can a range of decorative accessories. Even if you have a theme in mind, safe to say that the items you require will be available to you and as long as they are made from an acceptable material, you can just about decorate an aquarium with any items.
So why not give your pets that little bit of added attention and give your home and environment a little extra sprucing at the same time because their living space directly affects yours. To investigate the full selection of accessories that we stock, take a look at the Aquarium products.
June 5, 2011
An Important Addition to your Cupboard
More often than not, a pet swiftly becomes part of the family. We hug them, play with them, lord knows we spend enough on them but the truth of the matter is that the needs of certain animals are actually much closer to those of humans than we may have thought possible. Though it might be unlikely to require a dog-only toothbrush, the needs of the average hound do closely mirror those of their owners, especially where tooth care is concerned. Much like the teeth of a human being, canine tusks require cleaning for the same reasons as yours. Thankfully there are numerous products available these days which can counter-act any of the above ementioned negative side-effects of poor dog dental hygiene.
There are not only treats and specialist one-offs which can help prevent the downward spiral which might occur without attention, but there are also specialist dog foods which can provide specialist help. There are also toys which will remove the build-up of plaque as the dog plays, perfect for both your pocket and the dogs dental health. Incidentally, should you actually find all these options too simple, believe it or not a dog friendly toothbrush can actually be purchased for a very small amount of money. Obviously, depending on how friendly your furry friend actually is, you might want to consider one of the other options available to you but safe to say that there are many different options available to a dog owner who is concerned about their pooch’s dental health.
To inspect the full range of products which we currently stock over at the GJW Titmuss website, why not pop on over and have a closer look? There are detailed specifications on offer which will also help you define which choices are best for you and your dog.
