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Pets

Unique Apartment Pets: Mice

Staff Writer

 · Oct 26, 2009

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Apartment pets need to be clean pets who take up little room and are simple to take care of. Unlike pest mice, who come into the home uninvited, a pet mouse that is properly cared for is a hygienic, fun pet for the apartment dweller. Choosing Pet Mice Mice actually do best in pairs, although […]

The best apartment pets comfortably fit into a small environment, require little care and make loving pets. A pet gerbil fits the bill perfectly. Choosing Gerbils Gerbils are social creatures, so you should adopt them in pairs. Be sure to pick two gerbils of the same gender, otherwise you’ll find yourself with a frequently pregnant […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 23, 2009

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Housebreaking your dog in a new apartment can be a challenge, and it is best starting off on the right foot. Here are some tips to make your house training easy and quick so you can quit worrying about your dog’s habits and start enjoying being a dog owner.  Give Your Dog a Way to […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 21, 2009

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Dog walking doesn’t always have the allure for pet lovers that it does for their dogs. After a busy day, sometimes owners are just too tired to give their dogs the exercise they need. However, it’s especially important that the cramped apartment dweller take his or her dog out for a walk every day. 1 […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 20, 2009

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Learning how to prevent fleas should be a health priority for you and your dog. You don’t want fleas biting your dogs and you don’t want them coming into contact with you or your children. There are certain measures you can take to prevent fleas. 1. Natural Repellents The first step and an alternative to […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 13, 2009

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There are a number of things you can do to stop dog barking. If you let your dog bark all the time, you’ll soon become a nuisance to your neighbors. Here are some things to try: 1. Walk Away One technique to stop dog barking is to quickly say “no” and then walk away, ignoring […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 12, 2009

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Adopting an apartment dog is a great way to get a friend, confidant and jokester to be permanently by your side. Preparing your apartment for that humorous little guy is simple and easy, and it is an important step to ensure that your apartment and your dog are both healthy and unharmed.  Pet-Proofing Your Apartment […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 8, 2009

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A constantly barking dog is a nuisance. You can’t sleep, you can’t have the windows open, and you can’t focus on anything while that yap, yap, yapping is drilling into your ear canal. There are normal measures that can be taken against such an irritation, of course. This article, however, is for those who have […]

Jordan Gaither

 · Oct 6, 2009

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Apartment pets have to be able to live comfortably in small spaces. Most pet-friendly apartments allow unique and affectionate small pets like rabbits. Preparing Your Home for a Rabbit Before you bring your new pet rabbit home, you will need to purchase a rabbit cage. This is where your rabbit will stay at night and […]

Staff Writer

 · Oct 2, 2009

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It’s important to find pet friendly rentals when you’re a pet owner. Trying to rent an apartment that does not include the following features can make life miserable for you and your pet. Here are a few features to look for: A Safe Location If you don’t live in a safe neighborhood, you’re not going […]

Staff Writer

 · Sep 28, 2009

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