Although most people think of a Labrador Retreiver and Pointer, when the subject comes to hunting,
Spaniels have always been favored buy some because they make exceptional all around gun/bird dogs.
Not only can they be trained to locate and retrieve game, they are excellent at “flushing out”
game birds such as grouse and pheasant from the low ground cover that makes for their habitat.
In addition, most spaniels are proficient swimmers and can be used to flush and retrieve water-fowl.
Although breeds like the Cocker Spaniel
and Springer Spaniel are seen often as
pets these days, they have
nevertheless retained their strong hunting instincts and most (with the proper training) can excel at
the tasks they were originally bred for.
My personal favourite is the “cocker”, to which I have an special fondness, due to memories of my youth when my father
and uncle used to hunt pheasant on the Yorkshire Moors. I gave up hunting years ago, but since those days I’ve always
owned a Springer or a Cocker Spaniel
Nowadays, they are amongst the most popular pet dog breeds and it’s not a wonder - with their shiny coats (which come in
an abundance of colours) and big beautiful eyes they are difficult to resist.
Playful (they make good throw-ball dogs), loyal and ever by your side they also make great companions for the entire family.

Guinea pigs love to play and have fun and that is why guinea pig toys are so important. Toys make guinea pigs fell secure in their home and keep them occupied at the same time. Just remember to purchase safe toys for your guinea pig. Some great toys for guinea pigs are tunnels and hideouts. These will keep your guinea pig stimulated and happy for days on end. Do not keep to many toys in their cages as guinea pigs need lots of space to roam around without toys getting in their way. The best thing to do to prevent boredom is to not keep the same toys in there cage at all times …. Swap out different toys now and then to give your guinea pig some variety. There are some toys to avoid with guinea pigs, especially exercise wheels. They have been known to hurt guinea pigs spines and feet. A guinea pigs body was not designed to use wheels or exercise balls. Also be sure to avoid to small of toys that your guinea pig could choke on. To ensure that your guinea pig lives a long, happy and prosperous life it is essential that your guinea pig maintains a healthy diet. A typical guinea pig food diet consists of fresh water, hay, pellets, vitamin C and some fresh vegetables. When selecting the proper food for your guinea pig be sure to read the ingredients carefully. Look for a guinea pig pellet food that has vitamin C in it, and avoid foods with a high amount of corn. Typically a guinea pig should eat 1/8 of a cup of pellets a day (check the package for recommended serving sizes) along with hay and some vegetables. Food should be stored in a cool dark place for proper preservation of freshness. Most guinea pig pellets are primarily alfalfa which is great for young guinea pigs, and pregnant guinea pigs. Once your guinea pig has reached a year old switching to Timothy pellets is a good idea as it is lower in calcium which will prevent any issues with urinary-tract infections. I hope this article helps you with caring for your guinea pig properly!

Cats are independent and proud animals. Unlike dogs you will never teach them to obey orders but you can take advantage of their natural habits and use them to build a harmonious relationship.

Dogs are used to live in hierarchic societies and to respect the authority of the leader from the very origins of their species. However, cats are lonely hunters and do not accept any social structures or other authority other than their own. Therefore, you need to get used to the fact that you are not the owner of the cat but a creature he shares his territory with.

Here are some tips that will help you to avoid little troubles you might have living with a cat.

Do not try to change the cat’s attitude. Screaming or punishing your pet in any way is useless. The cat may run away at the moment you scream at him but he will do the same thing again when you will not see him. Above all, never hit the cat because he is a revengeful animal and he will not forgive you so easily.

If your cat scratches your furniture try to create alternative ways for him to scratch his nails. Do not get mad at him. What he is doing it is natural. Cats mark their territory by scratching trees or objects. Today, there are many solutions for this problem. You just need to go to a pet shop and they will help you with this. If you do not want to spend money on special equipment you can build a scratcher for your cat. All you need is a piece of wood without any paint or varnish on it and put it in a vertical position so it will look like a tree. If your cat still prefers scratching your furniture take him to the scratcher with patience and make him pay attention to it. It is likely that sooner or later your cat will learn to follow your scratching policy.

Cats do not eat much in comparison with dogs. Besides they will never eat food that is not absolutely fresh. Therefore, never put a lot of food in the cat’s bowl. When you see that the cat has finished his food, give him more, but if you see that he did not eat it for a while, throw it away and the next time give him less. Make sure that your cat always has enough fresh water. Change his water every day. This is especially important if the cat mainly eats dry food. If you see the cat drinking water from the tap or any other place that might be a sign that his water does not please him, so change the water from his bowl. As for premium food or cat candy, it is not advisable to give him that kind of food very often. If the cat gets used to this kind of food he will reject regular food and will keep demanding candy all the time. You better ration candy and make him associate that type of food with a concrete time of the day. Having a routine is essential to any cat. Never feed the cat with human food because it contains salt and spices that are very bad for the cat’s health.

Take care of your cat’s health by taking him to the veterinary’s at least once a year. Get information on the vaccines and special medicines he has to take throughout the year.