Pet health insurance and related products often provide free pet ID tags when you purchase a policy or join an organization. Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations also provide free pet ID tags. An internet search in your area may find information about local organizations like the Animal Welfare League of Arlington, Virginia and Pet Connect in San Diego, California, which offer free pet tags at certain events. In Arkansas, NAFA provides a free pet ID tag on “Pet Adoption Day”. Gold Star Trophies of Baton Rouge, Louisiana offers free pet ID tags anytime at their store. The Pet Assistance Welfare Society in Tulsa, Oklahoma runs a “Tag Your Pet” program, distributing one free pet ID tag on “Tag Your Pet Day” every month.

Tagging pets is an international effort. The National Pet Register of Australia offers free pet ID tags via email. The pet tag issued by the pet identification service carries a unique registration number and a contact telephone number. The service offers tags both in normal and small size.

While free pet tags certainly fit anyone’s budget, they do have their limitation. For instance, rarely will free pet tags include high quality options such as engraving the vital information on stainless steel. Such an option will ensure the durability of the tag and readability should your pet get lost. In addition, free pet tags often do not afford other customization options such as custom designs, shapes, sizes and colors.

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Originally bred for chasing foxes out of their dens and burrows, the Jack Russell terrier is first and foremost a working dog. This very fact tends to put many potential pet owners off selecting a Jack Russell as a family pet. This article aims to dispel the myths about JRTs and give an insight into what this lively little dog is all about.

Myth #1: Jack Russell Terriers are Only Suited to Farm Life

Not so. Provided she is given the chance to run off some energy a couple of times a day, a JRT will happily spend the rest of her time at the feet (or on the lap) of her owner. One thing to bear in mind however, is if you spoil your Jack Russell and don’t give her plenty of exercise, she will get fat. This breed does not understand the concept of “full” and will literally keep eating “until they pop”.

Myth #2: Jack Russell Terriers are Vicious

JRTs are quite protective dogs and she will defend you if she believes you are in any danger. It is very rare for a JRT to bite humans without provocation, and you will usually find that she will chastise with a prolonged growl and no more. When around other dogs, JRT bitches especially can be quite nasty with other dogs, regardless of their size. It is therefore important that you are confident in your ability to control the dog. If you have trained her well and she has your respect, a simple leave command should avoid any potential dogfights.

Myth #3: Jack Russells “Yap” All the Time

Your Jack Russell will want to alert her pack (ie, you and your family) when she hears or sees something suspicious. If she is barking, then there is a good reason for it! If you make sure her mind is occupied either by paying her some attention or providing her with toys to play with, it will help avoid any “false alarms” caused by boredom.

Myth #4: Jack Russell Terriers Will Dig Up Your Garden

Oops - this one is actually true! JRTs were bred to chase other animals underground, and if they can hear something at the other side of the fence and the only thing stopping them getting to it is your bed of petunias, then it will be bye bye pretty flowers. The only way around this is to divide your garden into “safe” and “no-go” areas if possible. The joy of owning a JRT far outweighs the potential problems caused by a bit of digging.

So, we’ve covered the three biggest myths (and exposed the JRTs biggest flaw). What properties does the breed have that may make you say “that’s the dog for me”?

Jack Russells are gentle, loving and loyal dogs. JRTs are quite strong willed to the point of being a little obstinate at times, but providing she knows her place within your pack, you will have minimal trouble with behaviour problems compared to other small breeds. They are not fussy eaters, so your food bills will be minimal and their overall health and disease resistance is good with life expectancy ranging from 9 to 14 years (My oldest JRT lived to 21, but his daughter - who was runt of the litter - only lived to

Of course, Jack Russells will not suit everybody. All types of JRT shed regularly, so if you are prone to dander allergies or are not fond of the vacuum cleaner, they may not be the breed for you. Similarly, if you already have cats or small furry pets such as hamsters, then it is not a good idea to bring a JRT into the mix (it is, after all, their in-bred instinct to pursue and incapacitate such creatures for their master)

Hopefully, you will now be better informed about Jack Russell Terriers and be in a position to consider them on their merits when the time comes to bring a dog into your family.

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Animal welfare organizations and humane societies have been very successful in helping people to accept that their cats are safer living exclusively indoors, especially in urban areas. However, cat lovers still want to give their cats a chance to enjoy fresh air and all the sights and sounds that come with it. One way to do this safely is to create a cattery.

The term cattery originally referred to a facility that kept and bred colonies of cats. Today, the term is being used to describe a sort of pet playpen. A home cattery is an enclosed, outdoor area in which a pet cat can bask in the sun or exercise. The site can be a lawn, a porch or an apartment balcony, and a variety of building plans can be found on the Internet. The important ingredients of a cattery are size, security and access.

How big to build depends on the activity level of your cat and the amount of space available. If you have an acrobatic cat living in your apartment, you might try to build a structure taller than it is wide, with several ledges for her to jump around on. If your cat is more sedentary and you have a large yard, you might create a cattery that has one or two shelves, but has cat grass and catnip planted inside to provide sensory stimulation.

A cattery can be made from wooden posts and wire mesh. Be certain that all sharp edges are covered or made inaccessible to your cat. If you have a door to enter/exit the cattery, make sure it can be latched securely. Check the cattery frequently for holes or loose spots in the mesh. Make sure that the cattery has a roof. It doesn’t have to be expensive - a sheet of strong cloth attached to the sides will do - something to keep your cat in, and anything else out.

If you build your cattery on your porch or balcony, include a cat door so your pet can come in and go out as she pleases. Put some cat toys out for her, and research what non-toxic plants you might put inside to make it like a jungle. Some people hang bird feeders outside the cattery to attract birds for their cat to watch. A scratching post and sturdy climbing pole are just the thing to encourage your cat to exercise.

Keep the cattery clean. Providing a litter box will cut down on the amount of clean up you need to do. Be sure to place a large, clean bowl of water in the cattery so your cat has access to fresh liquid as she needs it. If you have a problem with bugs then you should consider bug-proof food dishes. If you leave your cat in the cattery for long periods of time, don’t forget to stock her with a bowl of dry cat food and make sure she has a way to get out of the sun or rain/snow, or make sure this is an area that is sheltered from extremes of weather.

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Unfortunately, the world has too many dogs in it. There are simply not enough homes for the amount of dogs that are available. One way to drastically lower the amount of animals that will die of starvation and disease is to make sure that your pets are sprayed or neutered. Spraying is the removing of the ovaries from a female dog. A neutering for a male dog is the removal of his testicles.

There are many myths about spraying and neutering that leave people with the idea that this can somehow be bad for their animal. Here are some things that you should realize.

Untrue: A dog that is sprayed or neutered will become lazy and then fat.
Fact: The only thing that factors into the dog’s weight is whether or not you provide them with the amount of exercise that they need as well as the right amount of food. Removal of these organs plays no role.

Untrue: Some think that dogs should have a litter of puppies before being sprayed.
Fact: If a dog is sprayed before she goes into heat, she is often healthier. Dogs that have just one litter have an increased risk of cancer later in life.

Untrue: It is cruel to do this!
Fact: Animals that are sprayed and neutered will have a lower risk of cancer later in life of the reproductive organs. If this happens when they are puppies, they will recover faster and need less pain medication.

Untrue: The dog is not as protective anymore.
Fact: Your animal is less likely to roam the neighborhood looking for a mate. The fact is that without these hormones, you can better control your animal. But, that does not mean that he will not want to protect his own. He will. One has nothing to do with the other.

Untrue: Children who see a dog give birth are being educated.
Fact: When a female is ready to birth, she will likely seek out a quiet, secluded area to do it in. So, more than likely, they will not witness it. Also, some children can experience negative effects, even traumatic feelings when they have to give up a puppy that they have bonded with for the last two months.

Untrue: It’s too expensive.
Fact: The larger the dog, the more anesthesia that is needed. To help cut down the costs, look to your local humane society and even animal welfare groups for help. They offer low cost alternatives to seeking out a private practice physician.

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The following are some of the methods used by Josh Schermer at Downtown Pets a New York City dog walking, dog training and animal welfare resource in Lower Manhattan.

1. When introducing your dog to the crate do not force them into it.

The first day you use the crate tie the door open and let your dog investigate it. Feed your dog in their and finally at some point close the door and leave them in it for a short period of time. Increase that time through the day until finally leaving them for awhile.

2. Do not put any equipment on your dog when crating it.

Dogs have gotten caught in crates and hung themselves. Please do not ever have any equipment on your dog in the crate.

3. Do not crate your dog when you’re angry with them.

The dog(s) must look at the crate as a happy and safe place and you can compromise this by using it to scold them with.

4. Do not put your dog in a crate when they have diarrhea.

If your dog can not hold themselves from going to the bathroom for a physical reason you should not presently be crating them because it defeats the purpose.

5. Do not leave unsupervised food and water in the crate.

It’s all right to feed your dog in the crate and give it some water too but only when you’re there and for a short period of time too.

6. The crate can not be to big.

If the crate is to big your dog will be able to make a mistake in the crate and still avoid it. Your dog should be able to do no more than sprawl out.

Josh Schermer is the founder and owner of Downtown Pets, a DowntownPet.com/servicesdogs.html New York City dog walking, dog training and animal welfare resource in Lower Manhattan.

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