The purpose of the Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket is as a Valentine’s Day gift.
Pros: Romeo and Juliet have become universal symbols of love, romance, desire, and commitment and the Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket continues that tradition. The Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket is packaged in an all-wood basket with three red roses (artificial) and fern accents. Everything that a couple needs for a romantic evening is in the Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket.
The all-wooden basket is filled with marble cake biscotti for two, gourmet coffee, fruit spread, water crackers, a tin of candy drops, Lindor pistachio or raspberry chocolate bar, antipasto, pure honey, smoked salmon, brie cheese, Lindor truffles, olives, two strawberry daquiri drink mixes, and two chocolate drizzle spoons -- and tied with a bow! The only thing you might want to add is a bottle of wine.
Cons: I want my satisfaction with any product that I buy online to be of the utmost importance to the company I buy from and I want my satisfaction guaranteed. Anything less, in my opinion, is a con. While Send Luv.com guarantees the product to arrive undamaged, it does not guarantee the customer’s satisfaction. However, the Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket appears to be an excellent product and I would not anticipate that you would have any problem with it.
Guarantee: There is not a guarantee of satisfaction as such. There is a return policy, but it only covers defective or damaged products.
Value for money: The Romeo and Juliet Gift Basket is a very romantic basket that will be a wonderful Valentine’s Day gift. It is a good value.
Mittwoch, 16. Januar 2008
Freitag, 16. November 2007
Golden keys to unlock cat pet training secrets
In the wild, cats are the great hunters. They use their paws to gnash away animals, which are inferior in strength, for food. Cats are also the adherer of a routine which when disrupted can send a feline into outright confusion that sets off a more or less annoying behavior.
Sounds familiar? Fortunately, you don’t have to put up with your cats misbehavior even though it is manifestation of a natural instinct. For one, your pet cat has been domesticated so he should learn how to act “civilized” in a modern environment. This can only be achieved through a cat pet training at home.
Several cat pet training modules have probably told you how to respect a cat’s natural behavior, such as to scratch your freshly-painted wall, defecate in undesignated areas, make strange noises at night, or stay quietly perched on top of your china cabinet. This might seem all too weird for its owners, but cats know better.
Unlock the keys1. One golden rule in cat pet training is to understand that cats respond to stress almost uniformly. One reason your furball has developed an aversion over its litter box is that it’s already dirty (from the cat’s point of view). Everything should be kept consistent for a successful cat pet training.
2. When cat pet training, make sure you associate every basic thing you want the cat to learn with something exceedingly pleasurable or rewarding, and do the opposite for concepts you wish the cat hasn’t known like scratching walls and posts. The essence of being a cat is to climb and scratch, but you don’t have to ask for divine intervention. Simply make or buy a scratching post and move your cat there every time he begins shredding your furniture.
3. Biting is a big issue for cats, especially when it’s a response against aggression. You can help your cat by continuously socializing him with other felines as a kitten.
4. Kittens can seem highly energetic and they could begin climbing on your curtains, with their claws stashing the soft fabrics. If this is happening, the kittens are probably bored or just playful. What you can do is provide them with toys since it could be too early to begin a serious cat pet training.
The key to a harmonious relationship with a cat is to respect its routine and natural behavior. You may alter some of that by cat pet training, but remember that “a cat is a cat and will always be a cat”.
Sounds familiar? Fortunately, you don’t have to put up with your cats misbehavior even though it is manifestation of a natural instinct. For one, your pet cat has been domesticated so he should learn how to act “civilized” in a modern environment. This can only be achieved through a cat pet training at home.
Several cat pet training modules have probably told you how to respect a cat’s natural behavior, such as to scratch your freshly-painted wall, defecate in undesignated areas, make strange noises at night, or stay quietly perched on top of your china cabinet. This might seem all too weird for its owners, but cats know better.
Unlock the keys1. One golden rule in cat pet training is to understand that cats respond to stress almost uniformly. One reason your furball has developed an aversion over its litter box is that it’s already dirty (from the cat’s point of view). Everything should be kept consistent for a successful cat pet training.
2. When cat pet training, make sure you associate every basic thing you want the cat to learn with something exceedingly pleasurable or rewarding, and do the opposite for concepts you wish the cat hasn’t known like scratching walls and posts. The essence of being a cat is to climb and scratch, but you don’t have to ask for divine intervention. Simply make or buy a scratching post and move your cat there every time he begins shredding your furniture.
3. Biting is a big issue for cats, especially when it’s a response against aggression. You can help your cat by continuously socializing him with other felines as a kitten.
4. Kittens can seem highly energetic and they could begin climbing on your curtains, with their claws stashing the soft fabrics. If this is happening, the kittens are probably bored or just playful. What you can do is provide them with toys since it could be too early to begin a serious cat pet training.
The key to a harmonious relationship with a cat is to respect its routine and natural behavior. You may alter some of that by cat pet training, but remember that “a cat is a cat and will always be a cat”.
Dienstag, 10. Juli 2007
Manchaster Terrier
Finding a good that also suits your needs isn’t always easy. Most people will impulsively get the first dog that strikes a chord in their heart, while some people prefer to do their research and find out all about potential dogs they can get. If you’re interested in something like a toy Manchester Terrier for instance there are a few things that you would want to learn about it first.
And the very first thing you should know about is that Manchester Terriers come in two different categories. The Toy Manchester Terrier variety and the Standard Manchester Terrier variety. Both these dogs have the same general characteristics with their size being the main difference between them.
For instance the toy Manchester Terrier variety can weigh between 6-12 pounds while the standard Manchester Terrier variety weighs between 16-19 pounds. There is also a marked difference in height between these two different varieties and this is reflected in the lack of inches in the toy Manchester Terrier variety. These dogs can grow up to about 10-12 inches while the standard variety grows about 15-17 inches in height.
Both types of Manchester Terrier are highly intelligent ad both make loyal companions. Unlike the standard Manchester Terrier however, the toy Manchester Terrier is not necessarily used for the hunting skills it possesses. Having said that, whether you get the standard Manchester Terrier or whether you get the toy Manchester Terrier these days the last thing that people do will be to use them to hunt, be it the rats they were bred specifically to hunt, or anything else.
These dogs are primarily used as companion dogs or competitive dogs. These dogs are highly intelligent and can be trained if this is taken of at a very early age. Otherwise both the toy Manchester Terrier and the standard Manchester Terrier have been to known to be willful and sometimes to not listen to its owner. A firm hand is a must when training your Manchester Terrier.
Another thing that you might want to think about if you’re looking at getting either a toy Manchester Terrier or a standard Manchester Terrier is whether you have children, specifically young children. They do have the tendency to become aggressive and if this is not bred out of them, or even trained out of them when they are young, you will want to be very careful.
And since they were bred specifically as rat hunters, if you have any pet hamsters, gerbils or mice roaming around the house you might want to think of getting another type of dog or giving away your rodent pets. Although the Manchester Terrier can be kept alone with smaller animals if trained from the beginning, you might not want to trust in training against instinct, too much. The best thing that you can do would be to take temptation out of the way!
And the very first thing you should know about is that Manchester Terriers come in two different categories. The Toy Manchester Terrier variety and the Standard Manchester Terrier variety. Both these dogs have the same general characteristics with their size being the main difference between them.
For instance the toy Manchester Terrier variety can weigh between 6-12 pounds while the standard Manchester Terrier variety weighs between 16-19 pounds. There is also a marked difference in height between these two different varieties and this is reflected in the lack of inches in the toy Manchester Terrier variety. These dogs can grow up to about 10-12 inches while the standard variety grows about 15-17 inches in height.
Both types of Manchester Terrier are highly intelligent ad both make loyal companions. Unlike the standard Manchester Terrier however, the toy Manchester Terrier is not necessarily used for the hunting skills it possesses. Having said that, whether you get the standard Manchester Terrier or whether you get the toy Manchester Terrier these days the last thing that people do will be to use them to hunt, be it the rats they were bred specifically to hunt, or anything else.
These dogs are primarily used as companion dogs or competitive dogs. These dogs are highly intelligent and can be trained if this is taken of at a very early age. Otherwise both the toy Manchester Terrier and the standard Manchester Terrier have been to known to be willful and sometimes to not listen to its owner. A firm hand is a must when training your Manchester Terrier.
Another thing that you might want to think about if you’re looking at getting either a toy Manchester Terrier or a standard Manchester Terrier is whether you have children, specifically young children. They do have the tendency to become aggressive and if this is not bred out of them, or even trained out of them when they are young, you will want to be very careful.
And since they were bred specifically as rat hunters, if you have any pet hamsters, gerbils or mice roaming around the house you might want to think of getting another type of dog or giving away your rodent pets. Although the Manchester Terrier can be kept alone with smaller animals if trained from the beginning, you might not want to trust in training against instinct, too much. The best thing that you can do would be to take temptation out of the way!
Mittwoch, 4. Juli 2007
Teacup Chihuahua
There are many dog breeders out there, most especially Chihuahua breeders, who would object to the term of teacup Chihuahua. This is for the very reason that there really is no such thing as a teacup Chihuahua, at least not a separate breed.
There can be even smaller versions of the Chihuahua that might very well fit the various descriptions of tiny, toy, miniature or teacup Chihuahua. Chihuahua’s being small by nature however some people capitalize on this fact, especially when there is an especially small puppy in a litter, to label it as a teacup Chihuahua or a toy Chihuahua or a miniature Chihuahua to sell it for a higher price.
Unsuspecting people who are looking for a Chihuahua puppy as a pet will most likely be taken in by such ill-used words as toy or teacup Chihuahua, and buy the Chihuahua for more than they should. Prospective Chihuahua owners should do their homework and find out all there is to know about Chihuahua’s before they start to look around.
If on the other hand, you know a thing or two about dogs and Chihuahua’s in general, and you’re looking especially for a smaller “teacup Chihuahua” then the label shouldn’t be a problem for you, as long as you know what you’re getting.
A Chihuahua, is a Chihuahua, is a Chihuahua, and whether it has been labeled as a teacup Chihuahua or not, it will still have the same characteristics. How it was bred, whether it is a purebred, and the size of it do come into the equation, but not all the time, and not all at once.
For one thing, if you’re getting your Chihuahua from a reputable Chihuahua breeder, then you will not have to worry about haggling the price down to something manageable just because you were told that you were getting a teacup Chihuahua.
Going through a reputable breeder also means that you have less to worry on the conditions of how the Chihuahua puppy was bred, and what illnesses or genetic diseases it might have. The Chihuahua breeder will have all the information that you need.
You will also find that going through a reputable Chihuahua breeder also has better advantages than just those mentioned. For instance you will also be able to get the advice necessary on how to properly raise your Chihuahua, and if you have a small “teacup Chihuahua” then you can also get help and advice on how to handle this seemingly fragile little dog.
And as long as you know that your teacup Chihuahua is not a different breed of Chihuahua but only a smaller version, you (and your Chihuahua) will get along famously.
There can be even smaller versions of the Chihuahua that might very well fit the various descriptions of tiny, toy, miniature or teacup Chihuahua. Chihuahua’s being small by nature however some people capitalize on this fact, especially when there is an especially small puppy in a litter, to label it as a teacup Chihuahua or a toy Chihuahua or a miniature Chihuahua to sell it for a higher price.
Unsuspecting people who are looking for a Chihuahua puppy as a pet will most likely be taken in by such ill-used words as toy or teacup Chihuahua, and buy the Chihuahua for more than they should. Prospective Chihuahua owners should do their homework and find out all there is to know about Chihuahua’s before they start to look around.
If on the other hand, you know a thing or two about dogs and Chihuahua’s in general, and you’re looking especially for a smaller “teacup Chihuahua” then the label shouldn’t be a problem for you, as long as you know what you’re getting.
A Chihuahua, is a Chihuahua, is a Chihuahua, and whether it has been labeled as a teacup Chihuahua or not, it will still have the same characteristics. How it was bred, whether it is a purebred, and the size of it do come into the equation, but not all the time, and not all at once.
For one thing, if you’re getting your Chihuahua from a reputable Chihuahua breeder, then you will not have to worry about haggling the price down to something manageable just because you were told that you were getting a teacup Chihuahua.
Going through a reputable breeder also means that you have less to worry on the conditions of how the Chihuahua puppy was bred, and what illnesses or genetic diseases it might have. The Chihuahua breeder will have all the information that you need.
You will also find that going through a reputable Chihuahua breeder also has better advantages than just those mentioned. For instance you will also be able to get the advice necessary on how to properly raise your Chihuahua, and if you have a small “teacup Chihuahua” then you can also get help and advice on how to handle this seemingly fragile little dog.
And as long as you know that your teacup Chihuahua is not a different breed of Chihuahua but only a smaller version, you (and your Chihuahua) will get along famously.
Freitag, 22. Juni 2007
Don t Shoot the Dog from Sit Stay.com
Consumer: Dog owners
The purpose of the Don't Shoot the Dog book is to inform and instruct dog owners how to train their dogs without yelling or screaming.
Pros: Training a dog (or a child) to adopt socially acceptable behaviors can be a daunting experience...not to mention a very frustrating one. It is really easy to lose your 'cool' and start yelling, screaming and pulling your hair out but it doesn't have to be that way.
When training becomes difficult, the problem doesn't always lay with the student...dog or child. Sometimes the problem lies with the teacher, and that would be you. The first step of training a dog to do as you order him to do is for you to understand how to give orders that they dog comprehend. If he doesn't understand what you want him to do, it isn't very likely that he will do it. You really don't have to do any yelling or screaming and you sure don't have to shoot the dog. :) The book, Don't Shoot the Dog can show you how.
Cons: Before using these techniques, you should always consult with a vet if your dog is too aggressive to work with safely. However, these techniques are very humane and should work with most dogs.
Guarantee: The guarantee as stated on the website is in part: "We do not have a time limit on returns. If you purchased the item from us, we still offer it in our online store and it is in brand new condition, you can return it (see below for the details on specific products). If you have any questions about whether you should return an item, please contact us before shipping it to us. We do not refund outgoing shipping. You will need to pay for return shipping also."
Value for money: Don't Shoot the Dog is a very good value.
CJ
The purpose of the Don't Shoot the Dog book is to inform and instruct dog owners how to train their dogs without yelling or screaming.
Pros: Training a dog (or a child) to adopt socially acceptable behaviors can be a daunting experience...not to mention a very frustrating one. It is really easy to lose your 'cool' and start yelling, screaming and pulling your hair out but it doesn't have to be that way.
When training becomes difficult, the problem doesn't always lay with the student...dog or child. Sometimes the problem lies with the teacher, and that would be you. The first step of training a dog to do as you order him to do is for you to understand how to give orders that they dog comprehend. If he doesn't understand what you want him to do, it isn't very likely that he will do it. You really don't have to do any yelling or screaming and you sure don't have to shoot the dog. :) The book, Don't Shoot the Dog can show you how.
Cons: Before using these techniques, you should always consult with a vet if your dog is too aggressive to work with safely. However, these techniques are very humane and should work with most dogs.
Guarantee: The guarantee as stated on the website is in part: "We do not have a time limit on returns. If you purchased the item from us, we still offer it in our online store and it is in brand new condition, you can return it (see below for the details on specific products). If you have any questions about whether you should return an item, please contact us before shipping it to us. We do not refund outgoing shipping. You will need to pay for return shipping also."
Value for money: Don't Shoot the Dog is a very good value.
CJ
Dienstag, 12. Juni 2007
"Dog Training Collar" from Pet Street Mall.com
"Dog Training Collar" from Pet Street Mall.com - Consumer: Dog Owners
The purpose of the Dog Training Collar is to assist in training dogs.
Pros: The Dog Training Collar that is made by PetSafe - a well-known and well-respected brand. The idea of all dog training is to teach the dog to either perform a command or to cease an unwanted behavior. The Dog Braining Collar is designed to do exactly those things.
This big dog-training collar comes with 255 pre-set frequencies and ten correction levels. It used a 9-volt battery in the transmitter and 3-volt lithium batteries in the collar. There is a 54 page training guide included free of charge.
According to the Pet Street Mall website, "The Remote Trainer can be used to deter unwanted behavior such as digging, chewing on furniture, jumping on guests, or barking. Or it can be used for basic obedience training such as teaching the "come" command."
The Dog Training Collar can be used to stop your dog from jumping on furniture or people as well as teaching them specialized skills.
Cons: You must follow directions carefully to make sure you don't confuse your dog or desensitize him.
Guarantee: The guarantee of satisfaction statement on the Pet Street Mall website reads in part: "Our goal is the complete satisfaction of each and every one of our customers. We hope that all of our customers are satisfied with their purchase. However if the rare situation occurs where you are not, then we want to invite you to return your item to us."
Value for money: The Dog Training Collar is a very good value.
CJ
The purpose of the Dog Training Collar is to assist in training dogs.
Pros: The Dog Training Collar that is made by PetSafe - a well-known and well-respected brand. The idea of all dog training is to teach the dog to either perform a command or to cease an unwanted behavior. The Dog Braining Collar is designed to do exactly those things.
This big dog-training collar comes with 255 pre-set frequencies and ten correction levels. It used a 9-volt battery in the transmitter and 3-volt lithium batteries in the collar. There is a 54 page training guide included free of charge.
According to the Pet Street Mall website, "The Remote Trainer can be used to deter unwanted behavior such as digging, chewing on furniture, jumping on guests, or barking. Or it can be used for basic obedience training such as teaching the "come" command."
The Dog Training Collar can be used to stop your dog from jumping on furniture or people as well as teaching them specialized skills.
Cons: You must follow directions carefully to make sure you don't confuse your dog or desensitize him.
Guarantee: The guarantee of satisfaction statement on the Pet Street Mall website reads in part: "Our goal is the complete satisfaction of each and every one of our customers. We hope that all of our customers are satisfied with their purchase. However if the rare situation occurs where you are not, then we want to invite you to return your item to us."
Value for money: The Dog Training Collar is a very good value.
CJ
Freitag, 8. Juni 2007
Behavior Problems in Dogs from Sit Stay.com
Behavior Problems in Dogs from Sit Stay.com - Consumer: Dog owners
The purpose of the Behavior Problems in Dogs book is to inform and instruct dog owners as to how to identify and correct behavioral problems in their dogs.
Pros: Dogs! We do love our own dogs but for other people to like our dogs or even be willing to tolerate our dogs, we must assure that our dogs are well behaved and know how to use socially acceptable manners when they are among people.
The Behavior Problems in Dogs book was written by William E. Campbell, a well-known dog training expert. Mr. Campbell will help you understand what is going on inside your dog's head. Once you understand how your dog perceives information, communication becomes much easier. This book can help you resolve problem behavior and that will make both you and your dog happier….not to mention your friends and families.
You will find chapters on such varied topics as; Understanding Problem Dogs; People, Environments: Problems; Physiology and Behavior; Nutrition and Behavior; Puppy Behavior Problems; Aggressive Behavior; Unruly Behavior; Destructive Behavior; Problems of Old Age; Introducing Babies and New Pets; Training Systems.
Cons: You must consistently follow the techniques outlined in the book on a daily basis to get good results. You will also need to get the whole family involved in any training initiative.
Guarantee: The guarantee as stated on the website is in part: “We do not have a time limit on returns. If you purchased the item from us, we still offer it in our online store and it is in brand new condition, you can return it (see below for the details on specific products). If you have any questions about whether you should return an item, please contact us before shipping it to us. We do not refund outgoing shipping. You will need to pay for return shipping also.”
Value for money: The Behavior Problems in Dogs book is a very good value.
The purpose of the Behavior Problems in Dogs book is to inform and instruct dog owners as to how to identify and correct behavioral problems in their dogs.
Pros: Dogs! We do love our own dogs but for other people to like our dogs or even be willing to tolerate our dogs, we must assure that our dogs are well behaved and know how to use socially acceptable manners when they are among people.
The Behavior Problems in Dogs book was written by William E. Campbell, a well-known dog training expert. Mr. Campbell will help you understand what is going on inside your dog's head. Once you understand how your dog perceives information, communication becomes much easier. This book can help you resolve problem behavior and that will make both you and your dog happier….not to mention your friends and families.
You will find chapters on such varied topics as; Understanding Problem Dogs; People, Environments: Problems; Physiology and Behavior; Nutrition and Behavior; Puppy Behavior Problems; Aggressive Behavior; Unruly Behavior; Destructive Behavior; Problems of Old Age; Introducing Babies and New Pets; Training Systems.
Cons: You must consistently follow the techniques outlined in the book on a daily basis to get good results. You will also need to get the whole family involved in any training initiative.
Guarantee: The guarantee as stated on the website is in part: “We do not have a time limit on returns. If you purchased the item from us, we still offer it in our online store and it is in brand new condition, you can return it (see below for the details on specific products). If you have any questions about whether you should return an item, please contact us before shipping it to us. We do not refund outgoing shipping. You will need to pay for return shipping also.”
Value for money: The Behavior Problems in Dogs book is a very good value.
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