Animal Sports ? Some Weird, Some Well-known
Sports are very fun and very healthy to be practiced. But besides sports for human, Animal Sports are very fun too!
Animals participate in many sports, some being legal and some being not so legal. Some of the sports that animals participate in include horse racing, bullfighting, dog sledding, cockfighting, pigeon racing, and greyhound racing just to name a few. There are also the famous dog shows where dogs compete in classes by breed; some believe this to be a sport while others feel it is more of a competition.
Bullfighting has been around since the prehistoric days, and is a very popular animal sport in Spain, where it is viewed as a dramatic ritual between the bull and the matador. Besides Spain, bullfighting is also popular in Portugal, Mexico, Peru, Venezuela, Colombia, Ecuador, France, and is also quite popular in the state of California. Out of all of the bullrings in the world, Mexico City is home to the largest one of them all, which seats 55,000 spectators.
Dogsledding became an organized animal sport in Alaska in 1908, and has been increasing in popularity ever since. In dog sledding, a team of dogs pulls a sled that carries the driver, who is sometimes referred to as the ?musher.? There are different types of dog sled races, but the teams of dogs are made up of three, six or twelve dogs. Some races are short and are considered to be sprint races, while others are considered long-range races and can cover a course consisting of 200 to 1000 miles.
As with many animal sports, there are those who believe that cock fighting should be banned due to animal cruelty. However, in some cultures cock fighting is legal and draws huge crowds, such as in Guam, Peru, Belgium, Italy, Haiti, Spain, France, Mexico, Malaysia, Puerto Rico, and the Phillipines, which have arenas built especially for cock fighting. The game birds that are used in cock fighting are not ordinary farm chickens, they are a special breed of aggressive chicken that is raised and trained to be fighters. While cock fighting may be an accepted animal sport in some countries, there are numerous places where cock fighting, and even just attending a cockfight as a spectator, is considered a felony. Many of these laws have been enacted due not only to animal cruelty issues, but also because of the gambling that is associated with cockfighting.
Pigeon racing is another animal sport that has quite a fan base. Across the United States there are over 700 different clubs catering to those who enjoy the sport of pigeon racing. Essentially, during a race, the birds are released from a location that is far from there home, and the first pigeon to make it back is the winner. The races cover much territory, and races can have the pigeons flying 100 to 600 miles as they make their way home.
There are also animal sports that are less known about like those that occur at county fairs; frog jumping contests, pig races, turtle races and the like can all be considered animal sports as they have a number of animal participants competing against one another.
Dog Training
Sunday, August 10, 2008
Cockfighting Ring Busted In Philadelphia
Cockfighting Ring Busted In Kensington
An alleged cockfighting ring has been busted in the Kensington section of Philadelphia.
An alleged cockfighting ring has been busted in the Kensington section of Philadelphia.
Birds Go Missing From Busted Cockfighting Farm
Birds Go Missing From Busted Cockfighting Farm
Breeders have been sneaking back to the busted cockfighting ring farm, to steal the birds back-- and there's no way to stop them.
Breeders have been sneaking back to the busted cockfighting ring farm, to steal the birds back-- and there's no way to stop them.
Largest Cockfighting Ring 'In History' Busted
Largest Cockfighting Ring 'In History' Busted
Thousands of birds trained to fight to the death have been liberated from a San Diego facility.
Thousands of birds trained to fight to the death have been liberated from a San Diego facility.
Smuggled Parrots Deported Back To Mexico
Smuggled Parrots Deported Back To Mexico
The birds were seized at border crossings from smugglers who wanted to sell them at swap meets and on the black market.
The birds were seized at border crossings from smugglers who wanted to sell them at swap meets and on the black market.
Knock Out Dog Fighting
Bel Air Shop Accused Of Selling Mill Puppies
Activists say the shop, Pets of Bel Air, sell puppies that come from puppy mills. Serene Branson reports.
"Knock Out Dog Fighting" Program Honored with Achievement Award
(PRWEB) -- The unique structure and impact of For Pits' Sake, Inc.'s "Knock Out Dog Fighting" program is being honored with an Achievement Award by the Animal Farm Foundation.
The Animal Farm Foundation Achievement Award is presented to individuals and pit bull dogs whose service to the community honors the human/canine bond and restores the image of the American Pit Bull Terrier.
"We at Animal Farm Foundation wish to thank For Pits' Sake and the American Kickboxing Academy for their great work in exposing the callous cruelty of dog fighting," said Jane Berkey, President of Animal Farm Foundation. "Kristine Crawford, her pit bulls Cheyenne, Dakota and Tahoe, the American Kickboxing Academy and MMA champions Cung Le and Josh "The Punk" Thomson are all heroes in the fight against animal cruelty."
The "Knock Out Dog Fighting" program is part of an educational campaign designed by For Pits' Sake founder Kristine Crawford to bring awareness to the abhorrent activity of dog fighting. "In the underbelly of a pet-friendly nation, where over 43 million households include dogs, the cruel and barbaric blood sport called dog fighting is alive and well," said Crawford. It is estimated that there are 40,000 professional dog fighters in the United States and as many as 100,000 amateurs involved, including children and gang-affiliated teens.
The high-profile investigation and conviction of dog fighter Michael Vick shone a spotlight on this criminal industry, revealing unimaginable acts of cruelty toward dogs and confirming that the oft-maligned pit bull is the victim, not a willing participant in this sadistic arena.
But pit bulls aren't the only victims. When dog fighting is condoned and even glorified by adults and role models, children become desensitized to violence and the suffering of others. In fact, research shows that there is a marked correlation between cruelty to animals and crimes against people. Crawford believes that one of the most effective ways to stop the cycle of violence is to teach young people about the proper treatment of animals.
Crawford and her pit bulls have positively influenced children all over the world through numerous programs. This new partnership with the American Kickboxing Academy, the premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) training facility, will reach scores of young fans around the world who look up to these fighters and view them as role models.
"I take my responsibility as a role model very seriously," said Undefeated MMA World Middleweight Champion Cung Le. "I love animals and I'll do anything I can to help. Those of us that are strong need to protect those that are weaker."
MMA World Lightweight Champion Josh "The Punk" Thomson said, "I am honored to be involved in something like this which not only brings attention to this issue but starts the process of saving lives."
In Knock Out Dog Fighting's first Public Service Announcement (PSA), Cung Le makes it clear that there is no comparison between the fighting arts and dog fighting. "I have a choice to step inside the cage to fight. But there are a lot of helpless animals that are not given that choice. Dog fighting is cruel and inhumane and those who engage in it are losers."
"The Punk" gives a strong message in a PSA he did with his dog Brady: "Dog fighting is animal abuse, plain and simple. Torturing or abusing animals is not cool; nor is it a sign of being a real man. Real fighters stand up for what's right and protect those who are unable to do so."
The PSAs are just one part of this important campaign. Crawford, her pit bulls and the MMA champions visit schools, children's groups, and juvenile detention centers, with the message that dog fighting is not a symbol of power, strength, or greatness. They hope that their community outreach program will shed more light on the prevalence of dog fighting and its overall effect on the community. They are determined to knock out the social acceptance of this barbaric activity.
Show your strength and help stop the abuse. To join Knocking Out Dog Fighting or for more information, go to KnockOutDogFighting.org (http://www.knockoutdogfighting.org).
About For Pits Sake, Inc. (ForPitsSake.org) (http://www.forpitssake.org):
For Pits' Sake, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has been a leader in the community for both human and animal rescue efforts, safety programs for children, and humane education for over a decade. As world-famous search and rescue dogs, the For Pits' Sake pit bulls responded to over 200 search missions including high profile cases such as the search for Laci Peterson and the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. The dogs are also trained therapy dogs that work with disabled and abused children. Because of the success they've had with their programs and activities, Crawford and her dogs have received numerous awards, including the American Red Cross Real Hero Award, a Certificate of Appreciation from the FBI, letters of appreciation from County Supervisors, CA State Senators and Assembly Members, and a letter from the Governor of CA stating that they "demonstrate the true strength of California and represent the best of the Golden State".
About the American Kickboxing Academy (AKAkickbox.com) (http://www.akakickbox.com):
The American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) is one of the first true Mixed Martial Arts gyms in the United States. AKA owner, Javier Mendez, is a former two-time world champion kickboxer who has become one of the premier fight trainers and is one of the most influential and respected figures in the fighting sports. AKA attracts MMA fighters from across the US and around the world that travel or who relocate to receive the world-class instruction offered at AKA. Currently, the gym provides instruction in kickboxing and Muay Thai, submission fighting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, boxing, and wrestling, and offers an original children's Mixed Martial Arts program. Some of AKA's featured fighters are Cung Le, Josh Thomson, Mike Swick, Jon Fitch, Josh Koscheck, Paul Buentello, Cain Velasquez, Trevor Prangley and Bobby Southworth.
About Animal Farm Foundation (AnimalFarmFoundation.org) (http://www.animalfarmfoundation.org):
Animal Farm Foundation, Inc. has been in operation since the early 1980's making a stand against cruelty to animals. They now dedicate their efforts, through a variety of services, to the plight of the American Pit Bull Terrier, once America's favorite dog; now, a focus of undeserved and unspeakable cruelty.
Activists say the shop, Pets of Bel Air, sell puppies that come from puppy mills. Serene Branson reports.
"Knock Out Dog Fighting" Program Honored with Achievement Award
(PRWEB) -- The unique structure and impact of For Pits' Sake, Inc.'s "Knock Out Dog Fighting" program is being honored with an Achievement Award by the Animal Farm Foundation.
The Animal Farm Foundation Achievement Award is presented to individuals and pit bull dogs whose service to the community honors the human/canine bond and restores the image of the American Pit Bull Terrier.
"We at Animal Farm Foundation wish to thank For Pits' Sake and the American Kickboxing Academy for their great work in exposing the callous cruelty of dog fighting," said Jane Berkey, President of Animal Farm Foundation. "Kristine Crawford, her pit bulls Cheyenne, Dakota and Tahoe, the American Kickboxing Academy and MMA champions Cung Le and Josh "The Punk" Thomson are all heroes in the fight against animal cruelty."
The "Knock Out Dog Fighting" program is part of an educational campaign designed by For Pits' Sake founder Kristine Crawford to bring awareness to the abhorrent activity of dog fighting. "In the underbelly of a pet-friendly nation, where over 43 million households include dogs, the cruel and barbaric blood sport called dog fighting is alive and well," said Crawford. It is estimated that there are 40,000 professional dog fighters in the United States and as many as 100,000 amateurs involved, including children and gang-affiliated teens.
The high-profile investigation and conviction of dog fighter Michael Vick shone a spotlight on this criminal industry, revealing unimaginable acts of cruelty toward dogs and confirming that the oft-maligned pit bull is the victim, not a willing participant in this sadistic arena.
But pit bulls aren't the only victims. When dog fighting is condoned and even glorified by adults and role models, children become desensitized to violence and the suffering of others. In fact, research shows that there is a marked correlation between cruelty to animals and crimes against people. Crawford believes that one of the most effective ways to stop the cycle of violence is to teach young people about the proper treatment of animals.
Crawford and her pit bulls have positively influenced children all over the world through numerous programs. This new partnership with the American Kickboxing Academy, the premier Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) training facility, will reach scores of young fans around the world who look up to these fighters and view them as role models.
"I take my responsibility as a role model very seriously," said Undefeated MMA World Middleweight Champion Cung Le. "I love animals and I'll do anything I can to help. Those of us that are strong need to protect those that are weaker."
MMA World Lightweight Champion Josh "The Punk" Thomson said, "I am honored to be involved in something like this which not only brings attention to this issue but starts the process of saving lives."
In Knock Out Dog Fighting's first Public Service Announcement (PSA), Cung Le makes it clear that there is no comparison between the fighting arts and dog fighting. "I have a choice to step inside the cage to fight. But there are a lot of helpless animals that are not given that choice. Dog fighting is cruel and inhumane and those who engage in it are losers."
"The Punk" gives a strong message in a PSA he did with his dog Brady: "Dog fighting is animal abuse, plain and simple. Torturing or abusing animals is not cool; nor is it a sign of being a real man. Real fighters stand up for what's right and protect those who are unable to do so."
The PSAs are just one part of this important campaign. Crawford, her pit bulls and the MMA champions visit schools, children's groups, and juvenile detention centers, with the message that dog fighting is not a symbol of power, strength, or greatness. They hope that their community outreach program will shed more light on the prevalence of dog fighting and its overall effect on the community. They are determined to knock out the social acceptance of this barbaric activity.
Show your strength and help stop the abuse. To join Knocking Out Dog Fighting or for more information, go to KnockOutDogFighting.org (http://www.knockoutdogfighting.org).
About For Pits Sake, Inc. (ForPitsSake.org) (http://www.forpitssake.org):
For Pits' Sake, Inc., a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has been a leader in the community for both human and animal rescue efforts, safety programs for children, and humane education for over a decade. As world-famous search and rescue dogs, the For Pits' Sake pit bulls responded to over 200 search missions including high profile cases such as the search for Laci Peterson and the Space Shuttle Columbia disaster. The dogs are also trained therapy dogs that work with disabled and abused children. Because of the success they've had with their programs and activities, Crawford and her dogs have received numerous awards, including the American Red Cross Real Hero Award, a Certificate of Appreciation from the FBI, letters of appreciation from County Supervisors, CA State Senators and Assembly Members, and a letter from the Governor of CA stating that they "demonstrate the true strength of California and represent the best of the Golden State".
About the American Kickboxing Academy (AKAkickbox.com) (http://www.akakickbox.com):
The American Kickboxing Academy (AKA) is one of the first true Mixed Martial Arts gyms in the United States. AKA owner, Javier Mendez, is a former two-time world champion kickboxer who has become one of the premier fight trainers and is one of the most influential and respected figures in the fighting sports. AKA attracts MMA fighters from across the US and around the world that travel or who relocate to receive the world-class instruction offered at AKA. Currently, the gym provides instruction in kickboxing and Muay Thai, submission fighting, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, boxing, and wrestling, and offers an original children's Mixed Martial Arts program. Some of AKA's featured fighters are Cung Le, Josh Thomson, Mike Swick, Jon Fitch, Josh Koscheck, Paul Buentello, Cain Velasquez, Trevor Prangley and Bobby Southworth.
About Animal Farm Foundation (AnimalFarmFoundation.org) (http://www.animalfarmfoundation.org):
Animal Farm Foundation, Inc. has been in operation since the early 1980's making a stand against cruelty to animals. They now dedicate their efforts, through a variety of services, to the plight of the American Pit Bull Terrier, once America's favorite dog; now, a focus of undeserved and unspeakable cruelty.
Want to Work with Animals?
Want to Work with Animals?
(PRWeb) -- A dream job working with animals could be just one click away - thanks to http://www.animaljobsdirect.com.
Having spent many years working in the animal care industry, the site's founders identified the over whelming need for a one-stop, animal related resource for job seekers and employers. The site is unique and invaluable to those wanting a career with animals, animal care professionals seeking a new job, and employers looking to fill animal care vacancies.
There are many exciting prospects and opportunities working with animals; animal jobs direct has comprehensive, worldwide about animal related careers, current animal jobs, animal care courses, volunteer opportunities and insight information into what working with animals involves. Crucially, the site contains worldwide animal job information; there are hundreds of jobs in animal rescue charities, wildlife organisations, conservation societies, veterinary practices, zoos, safari parks; jobs with cats, horses, dogs and wildlife - from New Zealand, Australia, Asia, USA, Europe and the remotest parts of Africa.
A career with animals may involve working for a charity, veterinary practice, wildlife organisation, zoo or private business - eg, cattery, pet shop, pet photographer, dog walker or groomer. The work can be directly with animals, in a hands on role - e.g. veterinary, dog warden, animal care assistant, field officer, behaviourist, ambulance driver and handlers, or it may involve working with animals in a more remote way. Working in animal related management, campaigns, fundraising, administrative or personnel positions can be just as rewarding as working directly with animals. Raising awareness of animal suffering, raising funds to assist other more hands on organisations and campaigning for better legislation for the protection of animals is all crucial to the task of helping animals.
Animal Jobs Direct has insight information into what the various careers truly involve. The career advice section points out animal welfare charities are probably the busiest and most challenging organisations that one could work for. The lack of legislation to control the breeding and selling of all types of companion animals, has led to a huge increase in the numbers of unwanted animals. Many animal related careers are not for the faint hearted, and may involve contact with factory farming, inhumane slaughtering in the meat trade, hunting, the exotic pet trade, dog fighting and animal abuse. However, for those who care about animals and truly want to make a difference, working in the animal welfare sector can be an immensely rewarding career.
Animal Jobs Direct has comprehensive information on courses and qualifications in animal care, including online courses, part time and full time courses. Training options include certificate, diploma and courses including: veterinary, animal care, behaviour and management, equine studies, feline studies, wildlife and animal charity related courses.
The site's founders point out that commitment, reliability and a genuine concern for the welfare of animals can be more important attributes than formal qualifications. A mature person looking for a career working with animals, may not necessarily have animal welfare experience, however, good work experience, life skills and being able to demonstrate a genuine interest in animal welfare, will give applicants a good chance of being employed within the animal care sector. Interest, aptitude and commitment can sometimes be more important than initial entry qualifications.
Many animal welfare organisations recruit good volunteers when jobs arise. Volunteering with animals will improve employment prospects considerably as valuable, practical animal care work experience can be gained. Animal Jobs Direct has further information about volunteering with animals and there is information on worldwide animal volunteering opportunities.
At last, animal job seekers and employers can find all the information they need on one easy to navigate site: www.animaljobsdirect.com
The Animal Jobs Direct team are working hard to continually review and update the site and they welcome feedback.
(PRWeb) -- A dream job working with animals could be just one click away - thanks to http://www.animaljobsdirect.com.
Having spent many years working in the animal care industry, the site's founders identified the over whelming need for a one-stop, animal related resource for job seekers and employers. The site is unique and invaluable to those wanting a career with animals, animal care professionals seeking a new job, and employers looking to fill animal care vacancies.
There are many exciting prospects and opportunities working with animals; animal jobs direct has comprehensive, worldwide about animal related careers, current animal jobs, animal care courses, volunteer opportunities and insight information into what working with animals involves. Crucially, the site contains worldwide animal job information; there are hundreds of jobs in animal rescue charities, wildlife organisations, conservation societies, veterinary practices, zoos, safari parks; jobs with cats, horses, dogs and wildlife - from New Zealand, Australia, Asia, USA, Europe and the remotest parts of Africa.
A career with animals may involve working for a charity, veterinary practice, wildlife organisation, zoo or private business - eg, cattery, pet shop, pet photographer, dog walker or groomer. The work can be directly with animals, in a hands on role - e.g. veterinary, dog warden, animal care assistant, field officer, behaviourist, ambulance driver and handlers, or it may involve working with animals in a more remote way. Working in animal related management, campaigns, fundraising, administrative or personnel positions can be just as rewarding as working directly with animals. Raising awareness of animal suffering, raising funds to assist other more hands on organisations and campaigning for better legislation for the protection of animals is all crucial to the task of helping animals.
Animal Jobs Direct has insight information into what the various careers truly involve. The career advice section points out animal welfare charities are probably the busiest and most challenging organisations that one could work for. The lack of legislation to control the breeding and selling of all types of companion animals, has led to a huge increase in the numbers of unwanted animals. Many animal related careers are not for the faint hearted, and may involve contact with factory farming, inhumane slaughtering in the meat trade, hunting, the exotic pet trade, dog fighting and animal abuse. However, for those who care about animals and truly want to make a difference, working in the animal welfare sector can be an immensely rewarding career.
Animal Jobs Direct has comprehensive information on courses and qualifications in animal care, including online courses, part time and full time courses. Training options include certificate, diploma and courses including: veterinary, animal care, behaviour and management, equine studies, feline studies, wildlife and animal charity related courses.
The site's founders point out that commitment, reliability and a genuine concern for the welfare of animals can be more important attributes than formal qualifications. A mature person looking for a career working with animals, may not necessarily have animal welfare experience, however, good work experience, life skills and being able to demonstrate a genuine interest in animal welfare, will give applicants a good chance of being employed within the animal care sector. Interest, aptitude and commitment can sometimes be more important than initial entry qualifications.
Many animal welfare organisations recruit good volunteers when jobs arise. Volunteering with animals will improve employment prospects considerably as valuable, practical animal care work experience can be gained. Animal Jobs Direct has further information about volunteering with animals and there is information on worldwide animal volunteering opportunities.
At last, animal job seekers and employers can find all the information they need on one easy to navigate site: www.animaljobsdirect.com
The Animal Jobs Direct team are working hard to continually review and update the site and they welcome feedback.
Water Ponds and Wildlife
Water Ponds and Wildlife - How To Attract More Animals to Your Backyard
Wildlife require water just as humans do. Water is essential for life. Songbirds use it for bathing and preening; waterfowl and shorebirds for finding food and escaping predators; and muskrat, mink and beaver for every part of their existence.
Providing water can be as simple as a bird bath or small fiberglass water pond or as complex as the construction of a large, excavated wetland with an artificial or clay liner.
The simplest method of providing water is a bird bath. The structure need not be elaborate, an old pie tin works as well as a prefabricated concrete structure. Make sure the water is no deeper than three inches and that smooth bottom baths are enhanced with some type of structure or objects for perching. To cut back on maintenance, simply hang a garden hose above the bath and allow water to drip into the bath at a slow rate.
Birds also require water in winter. By providing open water, you may potentially attract more birds for viewing. There are a variety of options including dog and poultry water heaters as well as commercial water heaters designed specifically for bird baths.
It is important that you always keep placement in mind both for the bird's safety and for your viewing enjoyment. Keep the bird bath near a favorite viewing location but at least ten feet away from vegetation or other cover. This will help in preventing neighborhood predators such as domestic cats from killing birds.
Small backyard ponds with artificial liners are another method of providing water for wildlife. Choose a location that receives sun part of the day to stimulate plant growth. Begin pond construction with a pre-fabricated fiberglass shell or similar item such as a kid's wading pool or old washtub. A good option to both of these methods is utilization of 20 mil black plastic.
If you begin with a child's wading pool or washtub, it should be lined with 10-30 mil black plastic. This will insure water does not leak from the pond and will give a more natural background color than that of a wading pool or other structure.
Begin by excavating soil out of an area roughly equal to the size and shape of your liner. Remember, the location of your pond should be where you can view it from your house. You should also consider keeping it within reach of a garden hose for filling purposes or and electrical supply for powering any pumps or aerators. A pond need not be more that ten feet long and two to five feet wide. Providing varying depths from a few inches to a couple feet will increase chances of different wildlife using your pond
After fitting the liner, field stones, flat rocks or timber can help hold and hide the edges of the plastic liner. Adding soil over the top of the positioned liner will allow future planting of aquatic vegetation. An alternate method to lining the entire pond bottom with soil is to put aquatic plants into pots and then submerge the pots in desired locations within the pond. Stabilize pots with rocks or other means to prevent tipping. Plan to have enough aquatic plants to cover 30-40 percent of the surface area.
Provide areas for birds and turtles to make use of your pond by adding log perches or a rock island. Creating a sandy, gravel beach in one corner can provide the grit birds require for digesting food. A sandy substrate also makes looking for wildlife tracks an educational experience. After you have completed all the necessary preparations, fill the pond with water. If using tap water rather than well water, let stand for a week to let chemicals like chlorine dissipate.
You may choose to see if plants will come naturally. This could occur through transfer of seeds on bird's feet or from their droppings. Another method to introduce potential plant and invertebrate life is to scoop muck from an existing wetland and transfer it to your pond.
Keep an eye on your pond often and log the plant growth as a family activity. And be sure to keep watching for new wildlife to your new oasis.
Wildlife require water just as humans do. Water is essential for life. Songbirds use it for bathing and preening; waterfowl and shorebirds for finding food and escaping predators; and muskrat, mink and beaver for every part of their existence.
Providing water can be as simple as a bird bath or small fiberglass water pond or as complex as the construction of a large, excavated wetland with an artificial or clay liner.
The simplest method of providing water is a bird bath. The structure need not be elaborate, an old pie tin works as well as a prefabricated concrete structure. Make sure the water is no deeper than three inches and that smooth bottom baths are enhanced with some type of structure or objects for perching. To cut back on maintenance, simply hang a garden hose above the bath and allow water to drip into the bath at a slow rate.
Birds also require water in winter. By providing open water, you may potentially attract more birds for viewing. There are a variety of options including dog and poultry water heaters as well as commercial water heaters designed specifically for bird baths.
It is important that you always keep placement in mind both for the bird's safety and for your viewing enjoyment. Keep the bird bath near a favorite viewing location but at least ten feet away from vegetation or other cover. This will help in preventing neighborhood predators such as domestic cats from killing birds.
Small backyard ponds with artificial liners are another method of providing water for wildlife. Choose a location that receives sun part of the day to stimulate plant growth. Begin pond construction with a pre-fabricated fiberglass shell or similar item such as a kid's wading pool or old washtub. A good option to both of these methods is utilization of 20 mil black plastic.
If you begin with a child's wading pool or washtub, it should be lined with 10-30 mil black plastic. This will insure water does not leak from the pond and will give a more natural background color than that of a wading pool or other structure.
Begin by excavating soil out of an area roughly equal to the size and shape of your liner. Remember, the location of your pond should be where you can view it from your house. You should also consider keeping it within reach of a garden hose for filling purposes or and electrical supply for powering any pumps or aerators. A pond need not be more that ten feet long and two to five feet wide. Providing varying depths from a few inches to a couple feet will increase chances of different wildlife using your pond
After fitting the liner, field stones, flat rocks or timber can help hold and hide the edges of the plastic liner. Adding soil over the top of the positioned liner will allow future planting of aquatic vegetation. An alternate method to lining the entire pond bottom with soil is to put aquatic plants into pots and then submerge the pots in desired locations within the pond. Stabilize pots with rocks or other means to prevent tipping. Plan to have enough aquatic plants to cover 30-40 percent of the surface area.
Provide areas for birds and turtles to make use of your pond by adding log perches or a rock island. Creating a sandy, gravel beach in one corner can provide the grit birds require for digesting food. A sandy substrate also makes looking for wildlife tracks an educational experience. After you have completed all the necessary preparations, fill the pond with water. If using tap water rather than well water, let stand for a week to let chemicals like chlorine dissipate.
You may choose to see if plants will come naturally. This could occur through transfer of seeds on bird's feet or from their droppings. Another method to introduce potential plant and invertebrate life is to scoop muck from an existing wetland and transfer it to your pond.
Keep an eye on your pond often and log the plant growth as a family activity. And be sure to keep watching for new wildlife to your new oasis.
Find Exotic Pets Online
Find Exotic Pets Online
Recent years have seen an increasing trend regarding the popularity of exotic pets online. Since most people are not free to travel the world in search of the perfect exotic pet, it will be beneficial for you to learn just how to find exotic pets on the internet. Fortunately, finding exotic pets online is not nearly as difficult as some people would make it out to be. However, it is not quite so simple as performing a Google search for "exotic pets online" either.
Unlike common domestic animals, there are often a great number of restrictions regarding the importing, sales and even in some instances, the ability to own exotic pets. Some animals that were previously considered to be exotic are not quite so mysterious, exotic or anything other than just another animal anymore.
Ostriches are just one example of how the situation has changed. While these magnificent birds used to be considered exotic pets to some, they are now commonly raised and often raised much the same as any ordinary livestock. Far from being an exotic pet anymore, they are now a regular food source and an industry rather than simply pets.
It should be noted that most exotic pets will not fall into this category very often or anytime soon. When most people think about exotic pets, they are usually referring to reptiles of one form or another, talking, colorful and exotic birds, and a relatively few more species which are more likely to be welcomed into a home as a conversation starter or a fascination with nature and the extremes among living species.
Whatever reasons you may personally have for wanting to find an exotic pet, you may have noticed that available selections are often very limited in any local exotic pet shops. Searching for exotic pets online will definitely give you a wider selection. There are also additional benefits to searching for exotic pets online that you should take into consideration as well.
Many of the more exotic pets are more expensive and sometimes difficult to come by. There are many unscrupulous exotic pet dealers both online and in the real world. Searching for your exotic pets online will allow you to learn as much about the exotic pet dealers as it will about the animals themselves. Finding a reputable dealer is every bit as important as finding the perfect exotic pet.
Because they are exotic, these pets are often very expensive. Another consideration is that exotic pets available online and in the real world have special requirements. It may b easy for you to see why it is so important to find out as much as you can about the dealer and the animal itself. Most people don't want to spend a large amount of money on exotic pets that may or may not have had adequate medical care, lack the proper documentation and may result in a financial loss and perhaps a broken heart due to the loss of a pet.
Before you go searching for the perfect pet or try to find a pet store online gather as much information as you can to determine if an exotic pet will fit in your lifestyle. In this way, you can be certain that you get the pet that is right for you and one that you will have for a lifetime.
Recent years have seen an increasing trend regarding the popularity of exotic pets online. Since most people are not free to travel the world in search of the perfect exotic pet, it will be beneficial for you to learn just how to find exotic pets on the internet. Fortunately, finding exotic pets online is not nearly as difficult as some people would make it out to be. However, it is not quite so simple as performing a Google search for "exotic pets online" either.
Unlike common domestic animals, there are often a great number of restrictions regarding the importing, sales and even in some instances, the ability to own exotic pets. Some animals that were previously considered to be exotic are not quite so mysterious, exotic or anything other than just another animal anymore.
Ostriches are just one example of how the situation has changed. While these magnificent birds used to be considered exotic pets to some, they are now commonly raised and often raised much the same as any ordinary livestock. Far from being an exotic pet anymore, they are now a regular food source and an industry rather than simply pets.
It should be noted that most exotic pets will not fall into this category very often or anytime soon. When most people think about exotic pets, they are usually referring to reptiles of one form or another, talking, colorful and exotic birds, and a relatively few more species which are more likely to be welcomed into a home as a conversation starter or a fascination with nature and the extremes among living species.
Whatever reasons you may personally have for wanting to find an exotic pet, you may have noticed that available selections are often very limited in any local exotic pet shops. Searching for exotic pets online will definitely give you a wider selection. There are also additional benefits to searching for exotic pets online that you should take into consideration as well.
Many of the more exotic pets are more expensive and sometimes difficult to come by. There are many unscrupulous exotic pet dealers both online and in the real world. Searching for your exotic pets online will allow you to learn as much about the exotic pet dealers as it will about the animals themselves. Finding a reputable dealer is every bit as important as finding the perfect exotic pet.
Because they are exotic, these pets are often very expensive. Another consideration is that exotic pets available online and in the real world have special requirements. It may b easy for you to see why it is so important to find out as much as you can about the dealer and the animal itself. Most people don't want to spend a large amount of money on exotic pets that may or may not have had adequate medical care, lack the proper documentation and may result in a financial loss and perhaps a broken heart due to the loss of a pet.
Before you go searching for the perfect pet or try to find a pet store online gather as much information as you can to determine if an exotic pet will fit in your lifestyle. In this way, you can be certain that you get the pet that is right for you and one that you will have for a lifetime.
Online Pet Store Supplies New Online Store
Online Pet Store Supplies Makes Shopping Easy with New Online Store
(PRWEB) -- Online Pet Store Supplies has opened their new web site, located at www.PetSupplieStore.com, to offer quality pet products for clever pet owners. Run by longtime pet lovers and animal advocates, the site focuses on offering pets and pet owners tools to enhance their lives together.
"Most members of our team volunteer with local Humane Societies and animal shelters," explains Sarah Harrison, who runs Pet Supplies Store along with partner Emily Dober. "Each of us has a special place in our hearts for our furry four-legged friends, and is heavily involved in animal rescue. After a little thought and planning, we decided we would begin a web site with products for dogs and cats."
Though the variety available on the site is ample, the products are still carefully selected, with each one passing the owners' standards before being offered for purchase. "We decided not to carry any products that shock your pets," explains Emily, detailing one such standard. "It is our belief that positive training is much more successful than negative."
The pair have also opened a blog, discussing issues involving dogs and cats as well as upcoming sales and new additions to their web site. They will also be discussing their efforts with the Humane Society and locating homes for animals.
(PRWEB) -- Online Pet Store Supplies has opened their new web site, located at www.PetSupplieStore.com, to offer quality pet products for clever pet owners. Run by longtime pet lovers and animal advocates, the site focuses on offering pets and pet owners tools to enhance their lives together.
"Most members of our team volunteer with local Humane Societies and animal shelters," explains Sarah Harrison, who runs Pet Supplies Store along with partner Emily Dober. "Each of us has a special place in our hearts for our furry four-legged friends, and is heavily involved in animal rescue. After a little thought and planning, we decided we would begin a web site with products for dogs and cats."
Though the variety available on the site is ample, the products are still carefully selected, with each one passing the owners' standards before being offered for purchase. "We decided not to carry any products that shock your pets," explains Emily, detailing one such standard. "It is our belief that positive training is much more successful than negative."
The pair have also opened a blog, discussing issues involving dogs and cats as well as upcoming sales and new additions to their web site. They will also be discussing their efforts with the Humane Society and locating homes for animals.
Tips For Training Canines
Tips For Training Canines
Dogs often make for excellent pets, although it can be sometimes tricky to train your beloved canine. Animal consultant and trainer Bill Berloni offers some advice for managing your pooch.
Dogs often make for excellent pets, although it can be sometimes tricky to train your beloved canine. Animal consultant and trainer Bill Berloni offers some advice for managing your pooch.
Introducing Dogs To Children
Introducing Dogs To Children
Canine behaviorist and author of the book "Dog-Friendly Dog Training", Andrea Arden offers some tips on ways to allow your pet to adjust to life with a new child in the family.
Canine behaviorist and author of the book "Dog-Friendly Dog Training", Andrea Arden offers some tips on ways to allow your pet to adjust to life with a new child in the family.
Pets are Victims in Foreclosure Evictions
Pets are Victims in Foreclosure Evictions
Company Offers Pet Friendly Rentals and Hotels
(PRWEB) -- One of the biggest victims of the nationwide foreclosure crisis is innocent family pets. Loving domesticated dogs and cats are often left behind by owners forced to vacate homes under duress, but one company offers a practical and convenient solution to the problem.
PetVacationHomes.com maintains an updated national database of carefully screened and professionally qualified pet friendly rental homes, rental condos, and hotel rooms. The network covers 20,000 individual accommodations throughout the entire USA, including 2,000 pet friendly homes and another 18,000 hotel rooms that permit pets and welcome dogs and cats.
One out of every four homes in the USA is experiencing some phase of foreclosure. When a foreclosure eviction happens, homeowners and their renters typically have little or no time to plan their move. Too often they can not find a rental or hotel that will allow pets and they are forced to leave their beloved animals behind. This is creating a surge in tragic pet abandonment cases. The Humane Society reports that shelters and rescue organizations are filling to capacity due to the sharp increase of animals that come to them due to foreclosure evictions. But unfortunately, many pets left at animal shelters are euthanatized, because unless they are immediately adopted the organizations have no way to take care of so many animals.
Pet owners trying to adequately care for their pets while they look for a new place to live face huge challenges - on top of the already stressful events in their lives related to mortgage and real estate troubles. They typically move first to rental apartments or homes, but most of those do not allow pets. Under these dire circumstances alternative accommodations like those provided by Pet Vacation Homes become a lifeline for pets and their owners.
Plus, as Steve Milo, CEO of Pet Vacation Homes explains, "Pets play important roles in our lives, and psychologists point out that pets can help their owners cope with the stress brought on by difficult and unexpected events." In other words, taking good care of a precious cat or loyal dog may also be the best therapy for the owners of those pets, and it can ease the pain of transition for families - especially those with children.
Milo recommends that homeowners at risk for foreclosure start making preparations now - not at the last minute - because those who procrastinate often find out that pet-friendly lodging is fully booked with no vacancies. For more information about how to plan ahead to care for pets during foreclosures and other relocation emergencies, visit http://www.PetVacationHomes.com
Company Offers Pet Friendly Rentals and Hotels
(PRWEB) -- One of the biggest victims of the nationwide foreclosure crisis is innocent family pets. Loving domesticated dogs and cats are often left behind by owners forced to vacate homes under duress, but one company offers a practical and convenient solution to the problem.
PetVacationHomes.com maintains an updated national database of carefully screened and professionally qualified pet friendly rental homes, rental condos, and hotel rooms. The network covers 20,000 individual accommodations throughout the entire USA, including 2,000 pet friendly homes and another 18,000 hotel rooms that permit pets and welcome dogs and cats.
One out of every four homes in the USA is experiencing some phase of foreclosure. When a foreclosure eviction happens, homeowners and their renters typically have little or no time to plan their move. Too often they can not find a rental or hotel that will allow pets and they are forced to leave their beloved animals behind. This is creating a surge in tragic pet abandonment cases. The Humane Society reports that shelters and rescue organizations are filling to capacity due to the sharp increase of animals that come to them due to foreclosure evictions. But unfortunately, many pets left at animal shelters are euthanatized, because unless they are immediately adopted the organizations have no way to take care of so many animals.
Pet owners trying to adequately care for their pets while they look for a new place to live face huge challenges - on top of the already stressful events in their lives related to mortgage and real estate troubles. They typically move first to rental apartments or homes, but most of those do not allow pets. Under these dire circumstances alternative accommodations like those provided by Pet Vacation Homes become a lifeline for pets and their owners.
Plus, as Steve Milo, CEO of Pet Vacation Homes explains, "Pets play important roles in our lives, and psychologists point out that pets can help their owners cope with the stress brought on by difficult and unexpected events." In other words, taking good care of a precious cat or loyal dog may also be the best therapy for the owners of those pets, and it can ease the pain of transition for families - especially those with children.
Milo recommends that homeowners at risk for foreclosure start making preparations now - not at the last minute - because those who procrastinate often find out that pet-friendly lodging is fully booked with no vacancies. For more information about how to plan ahead to care for pets during foreclosures and other relocation emergencies, visit http://www.PetVacationHomes.com
Online Pet Stores - New Discount Pet Supply Store
Online Pet Store Supplies Market Gets More Competition as a New Discount Pet Supply Store
(PRWEB) - The beauty of an online pet store supply is that they provide a unique benefit to consumers. The exact same online pet store supplies can be purchased online that big companies sell at their stores. These products are then delivered to the consumers' doors saving them precious time. If the consumer chooses to buy from a discount supply store, then the benefits are even greater as they can save substantial money buying the same online pet store name brand products at cheaper prices.
These online pet store products include things like pet apparel, treats and bones, collars and leashes, flea and tick medicine, food, pet training books or any other pet supplies a pet owner may need. Also available are products for reptiles, horses, fish or other small pets.
This trend continues throughout all markets, as it is now possible for small companies to compete with the big boys. The Internet has really leveled the playing field as the influx of quasi wholesalers and drop shippers allow for little to no inventory costs. Now an avid pet lover can setup a online pet store and get the same pet store products at discount prices, by merely leveraging the power of the Internet. The pet store owner then passes these savings on to consumers effectively trimming down the over-inflated prices.
So the question becomes, if you could buy the same name brand pet store supplies at a fraction of the cost and all the while saving yourself precious time, why wouldn't you? In the end the answer was simple, you would.
In a market often ruled by big name companies, this new discount online pet store supply aims to provide high quality, name brand pet supplies at discount prices. They are confident that you will see the value in this approach and jump on the EChannels bandwagon.
(PRWEB) - The beauty of an online pet store supply is that they provide a unique benefit to consumers. The exact same online pet store supplies can be purchased online that big companies sell at their stores. These products are then delivered to the consumers' doors saving them precious time. If the consumer chooses to buy from a discount supply store, then the benefits are even greater as they can save substantial money buying the same online pet store name brand products at cheaper prices.
These online pet store products include things like pet apparel, treats and bones, collars and leashes, flea and tick medicine, food, pet training books or any other pet supplies a pet owner may need. Also available are products for reptiles, horses, fish or other small pets.
This trend continues throughout all markets, as it is now possible for small companies to compete with the big boys. The Internet has really leveled the playing field as the influx of quasi wholesalers and drop shippers allow for little to no inventory costs. Now an avid pet lover can setup a online pet store and get the same pet store products at discount prices, by merely leveraging the power of the Internet. The pet store owner then passes these savings on to consumers effectively trimming down the over-inflated prices.
So the question becomes, if you could buy the same name brand pet store supplies at a fraction of the cost and all the while saving yourself precious time, why wouldn't you? In the end the answer was simple, you would.
In a market often ruled by big name companies, this new discount online pet store supply aims to provide high quality, name brand pet supplies at discount prices. They are confident that you will see the value in this approach and jump on the EChannels bandwagon.
How To Start A Pet Store Based Home Business
Online Pet Stores
How To Start A Pet Store Based Home Business
Are you one of those people who love animals? If you are one of those people who love animals, you might want to set up your own Pet Store based home business. The good thing about selling products for pets is that you get to have some fun by doing the things that you really want to do and at the same time earn some good money. Besides, if you have kids in the house, they will probably have as much fun as you do. Kids and pets belong together so you will not really have any problems asking your kids to help out in your home business. Getting your children to help in your home business is a great way of teaching them how to be responsible.
Setting up your Pet Store business
Setting up a Pet Store based home business is not really difficult. You don?t need to have a big space to keep all your stuff. If you open an online store where you can sell your products, you will only need to keep a few things in your house. You can just run to your supplier any time you need something. Since you will not need to keep a huge amount of inventory of Pet Store products, you will not need a lot of money as capital investment. A few hundred dollars for your computer with internet connection and your initial Pet Store inventory will be enough. For your web hosting, you can just use one of those free sites for a start to save on cost for your Online Pet Store. There is really no point of wasting too much money on web hosting when you can have Online Pet Store for free. Besides, those sites that are offering their services for free are not really that bad.
Selecting your Pet Store products
There are lots of Pet Store based products that you can choose from. If you want to specialize on organic Pet Store products for pets, you might want to take a look into organically grown food for dogs as well as toys that are made of biodegradable and organic substances. The good thing about selling these types of Pet Store products is that you get to help save the planet at the same time. Besides, according to experts, organic Pet Store products for animals are a lot safer because they do not contain any harmful chemical additives. Healthy pets make great companions.
When planning to sell organic Pet Store products, you should first locate a good Pet Store supplier of these products. Find a Pet Store supplier of organic Pet Store products near you so that you can just simply to go their place whenever you need something for your Pet Store. Always make sure that you have steady supply of the Pet Store products that you sell in your site otherwise you will have many disgruntled clients in your hands. Having disgruntled clients is not really a pretty thing so make sure that you give good Pet Store service.
Thursday, August 7, 2008
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