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		<title>The Art Of Dog Grooming</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 08:01:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Kathy Austin</dc:creator>
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<p>If you have a dog, then you are already familiar with the art of dog grooming. If you are just considering a new pet, there is plenty to think about and this includes their appearance. Some dogs are easier to care for than others, including ones with shorter hair. A dog with long hair requires daily brushing and sheds constantly, which can make for a long day of vacuuming. Dogs with short hair, on the other hand, can be brushed several times each week and their fur will not fill up your vacuum as quickly.</p>
<p>A part of proper dog grooming is finding the right hair brush for your pet. Gentle strokes will allow your pet to get used to the idea of being brushed, which can make them anxious at first. A regular bath is also a part of dog grooming, which can sometimes be the messiest. In the beginning, pets are often resistant to the idea of a bath. It&#8217;s best to start as early as possible in teaching your dog how to act, which can be done by bathing your puppy early in his/her life. When they are able to run and play, they are able to have a bath and will probably even grow to enjoy it after time. If you have a friend or relative who is willing to help you, invite them over. While one holds the puppy, the other can wash him/her with a washcloth.</p>
<p>If you are unable to handle dog grooming, there are businesses that can take care of it for you. A local veterinarian or animal hospital is likely to have grooming services, along with businesses specifically dedicated to this purpose. In exchange for a fee, your pet can have his/her nails clipped, be given a bath and get their fur brushed all in one afternoon. This process isn&#8217;t necessarily a lengthy one, but it&#8217;s best to make an appointment before showing up for dog grooming. The proper dog grooming techniques will make your pet to feel better overall and will make you happy to see that your pet is in good spirits. Even though they love to dig in our yard or investigate every hole that they find, dogs love to feel good and a part of that means being clean and well groomed. Dog grooming is also a reflection of how much you care for your pet, so let the world know how much you love them.</p>
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		<title>Pet Safety During the Summer</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 20 Sep 2008 08:00:39 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Rin</dc:creator>
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<p>Summertime means that you and your family, including pets, will be spending more time outdoors. However, the new season can also bring along dangers for our pets and the last thing you would want is to have an accident. The death of one of your beloved pets along with a summertime pet memorial is not a good summer memory. Here are some tips to help your family stay safe this summer, especially your pets.</p>
<p>Warm weather means it is time to plant pretty flowers in the yard. However, many species of plants and flowers are poisonous to pets. And plant pesticides can also be deadly for your pets. Your veterinarian should have a complete list of plants and flowers in your area that should be avoided. Also make sure to check the labels of gardening products you purchase for pet safety, or use organic pesticides and fertilizer in your garden.</p>
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		<title>Pet Portrait Painting</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 30 Jun 2008 15:38:07 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>nuaom</dc:creator>
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<p>To many people, pets can be just as near and dear as biological family members are. If you have a pet that you want to immortalize in perhaps one of the most beautiful ways possible, a custom made oil painting designed based on a detailed photograph of your very special pet. If you want to immortalize a beloved pet in a really great way, this is absolutely the best way to do it.</p>
<p>A <a href="http://www.portraitpainting.com/pet.html">pet portraits</a> is different than a portrait with a person so The Portrait Painting use artists that have specific experience and training in custom pet portraits.</p>
<p>The Portrait Painting team is comprised of high-quality, experienced oil painting artists who have been painting in the oil medium for a number of years, and who can create stunning, one of a kind paintings based on your photographs. The oil painting tradition has not been lost, as the cost to generate a unique oil painting has been drastically reduced now that artists can render stunning oil paintings based on photographs rather than through time intensive sittings. Since the quality of today&#8217;s photographs has drastically improved, artists can now pull a great deal more intricate detail from each photo in order to deliver an oil painting that perfectly matches the subject without requiring a sit down for several hours while the artist works.</p>
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