Our main concern while traveling with our pets is their safety. An auto pet gate is one way your pet can travel safely in the back of your car. There are serious dangers with unrestrained pets so traveling with your pets shouldn’t be taken lightly. An unrestrained pet during travel can be a very hazardous distraction to the driver. Even if your pet is well behaved in the car, you still have to consider their safety should another driver cause you to slam on your brakes or get into an auto accident. Not only are these gates important for your dog’s safety but it will also help keep your car clean. This auto pet gate is fully adjustable and will fit most all types of vehicles- vans, wagons and SUV’s. If you cannot install one of auto pet gates in your car then it is also possible to get special pet safety belts made specifically for them. Although they would restrict your pet’s movements more than the auto pet gate but it will help protect them in the event of an accident.
Here are some pointers to observe while traveling with your dog:
* Take your pet on frequent, short trips to get them use to riding in your vehicle.
* Avoid feeding your pet several hours before traveling.
* Cover the upholstery and carpet of your car with newspapers or a car pet cover.
* Be sure to regulate the temperature in your car.
* Use window shades if the sun is too bright for your dog’s comfort.
* Always take a water bowl and plenty of clean water for your dog.
* Try and stop every few hours when traveling long distances to allow your dog time to stretch, burn off energy and to use the bathroom.
Being responsible while traveling with your pet will not only help you get to your destination safely but will also keep the trip enjoyable. Using these tips and using an auto pet gate for your vehicle will keep both you and your pet happy while traveling on the road.
The first thing you need for your new rabbit is adequate housing. Depending on whether it’s with a rabbit hutch outside or inside these care tips will help you with your purchasing decision.
There are a lot of cages sold for rabbits that are not ideal for your new bunny. Some are just too small, and many have wire floors, which may make cleaning easier but is very uncomfortable to the bunny. As usual, bigger is better. If your bunny will spend most of its time in a cage, then get the biggest cage that is practical in your home or outside area. As a general rule the hutch should be selected on the following.
Sizes: Small – Medium: single rabbit 2' x 4'
Large – Giant: single rabbit 4' x 6’
Adequate Housing:
Solid Flooring: Wire or wire-like flooring is not comfortable for your rabbit or good for their feet. This type of flooring can cause sore hocks which in turn can result in serious infections.
Floor Covering: Rabbits do not feel safe on slippery surfaces and could end up with serious injuries. All floor coverings should be washable and prevent slipping. Although a wire floor is perfectly safe in a portable rabbit hutch outside. These are made to be set on the grass for the rabbits outside play time.
Ramps: Multi-level condos often contain ramps to enable a rabbit to access other levels. Be sure that these ramps are covered with a nonskid, rabbit safe material or are equipped with wood slats to help provide traction.
Food & Water: Water and food bowls should be made of heavy, crockery or your rabbit will mistake them for toys and toss them around their house.
Litter Box: It is important that your rabbit's litter box is an adequate size to prevent accidents. Fill with 1/2" of non-clumping rabbit safe litter. Some recommendations would be all natural wood stove pellets.
Nesting Box: All rabbits need a place to hide from all the hustle and bustle. This is a definite must for any cage.
Toys: Your rabbit will also need toys to play with. Empty paper towel and toilet paper rolls work great, hard plastic baby toys and old telephone books are just a few items you can add to your rabbit's housing.
Note: Your rabbit's hutch should be completely cleaned at least once a week. The best cleaning method is to use a soap and water mix or white vinegar and water. Please do not use pine scented, pine oil based or commercial cleaners which can be very harmful to your rabbit.
Inadequate housing can cause a number of behavioral issues and will cause your rabbit's muscles to deteriorate. Appropriate housing does not eliminate the need for rabbits to have exercise time outside or their housing. Rabbits should be allowed at least several hours outside of their housing to run, jump, explore and interact with their family daily. Multi-level bunny condos are also one way to give your rabbit the space they need while minimizing the amount of floor space dedicated to his/her housing. This is a great space saver for people who are intending on keeping their new rabbithutch indoor instead of a rabbit hutch outdoor.
Let your dog run—not run away! Don't let pet owners worst fears happen to you. Without an underground fence for dogsmany people have experienced the tragedy of finding one of their dogs in the middle of the street or possibly missing forever. This is something that no pet owner ever wishes to face. We all want to protect our pets and with a underground fence, once installed,will provide an effective way to keep the dog not only safe in the yard, but also clear of out-of-bounds areas such as flowerbeds, gardens, decorative shrubbery, and pools. The system won't ruin your view or require you to spend thousands of dollars for your pet containment system. Their easy to use electric underground fence systems allow your dog to play freely with out causing undue stress on the pet owner. The fences are completely safe for families with children, as they only affect animals wearing the collars.
How does an underground fence for dogs work? When the dog approaches the wire, a special collar worn around his neck delivers a brief, totally harmless correction that discourages him from crossing the boundary. Corrections typically become less frequent as the dog learns his new limits. For the safety of the dog, a long lead should be used during initial training to ensure control of the situation. Each system comes with an instructional video and it includes a great warranty. In no time at all your pet will be trained to stay inside the boundaries even if the system is off.Innotek recommends dogs be at least six months old before starting a remote training program.
Not a rocket scientist? Don’t sweat it—Installation of an underground fence for dogstakes no time at all and can be done with common household tools. It is a snap in only three basic steps. Innotek systems consist of a buried yard wire connected to an indoor radio transmitter. It comes equipped with two-hour quick-charging lithium ion batteries and a comfortable strap that fits neck sizes 8 to 24 inches. The system's exclusive ReadyTest produces a brief, pleasant clicking to indicate the perfect collar fit, plus it displays system and battery status. It also comes available with multiple zones and you can trust the quality and reliability of an Innotek system.
Features:
* Absolutely harmless to your dog
* Available in battery-operated and rechargeable models
* Containment Up To 5 Acres
* Instructional Video
* Training flags
* Replaceable 6-Volt Battery in Water-Resistant Collar
* Run-Through Prevention
* Digital Signal
* FCC Approved
MOST IMPORTANT: Innotek is a US company which has pioneered Humane and successful Pet Containment for years. Innotek is a National Brand, used by millions of Americans either as a self installed Innotek system or as an installed Invisible Fence System (Invisible Fence a division of Innotek). Each system is backed by a large and professional manufacturing, quality control, service and support staff. The bottom line: Innotek is the Most Humane and the Most Effective containment system available today.
They also carry many different models to suit your personal needs. You can also purchase extra collars for additional dogs in the same fence. Their systems come available with multiple zones and you can trust the quality and reliability of an Innotek invisible dog fencing system. The Innotek brand fences offer secure, reliable containment. With an underground fence for dogsyou will see relief and freedom it provides for you and your pet. Don't go another day with your pet unprotected!
Posted by peticulous on Friday Mar 13, 2009
Filed under :Dogs
Trillian asked:
I have a lhasa apso who thinks he's the biggest and meanest dog on the planet. Strangers can't pet him and I can't bring him close to other dogs because he barks at them. He's 10lbs and is rather tiny but he picks "fights" with much larger dogs and one one occasion, even a horse. I'm afraid to let him loose to try and socialize him because if the bigger dog gets provoked he will be eaten alive. Any suggestions?
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