The invisible fence system is strong enough to shock your dog, and deliver an unpleasant sensation, but it will not hurt your dog. It is designed not to cause any physical injury. The electricity used in Invisible fences is low current, so the shock will not kill or injure your dog, but it will produce …
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Invisible fence installation can be a laborious and challenging task, so if you are thinking of investing in one it is best to know the risks and benefits. Many dog owners resort to using an invisible fence to keep their dogs within a certain area, but research shows that the invisible fence might not be …
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Perhaps the single best way to keep your dog from eating cat food is to simply position the two of them apart during meal times, so they don’t get into each other’s food. Barring this, you might want to try these options: Invest in an automatic electronic feeder, which only opens when a pet wearing …
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According to a consensus of experts in the field of veterinarian medicine, it’s safe to leave an adult cat alone for maybe 24-48 hours. Any more than this could cause intense feelings of boredom, frustration or even full-blown separation anxiety. In general, you should only leave adult cats alone. An adult, in this case, is …
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Vets don’t normally charge to check if your dog or cat has a microchip, though they might if that’s the only reason that you’re there. You can ask your vet to check while you’re at their office for a routine checkup and they’ll normally do so without any extra fee added on. If they do …
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A pet food dispenser is a device that automatically dispenses dry or wet pet food to pets at predetermined time intervals. The different types of pet food dispensers work in different ways and each type has its own pros and cons.There are 3 main types of automatic feeders available: gravity fed, microchip activated, and timer …
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The process of implanting a microchip in your cat is a very professional one. The vet who handles the operation will be a trained expert. There is no reason why your cat should feel sore or ill in any way. This is because the chip is made of material that is designed not to cause …
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There are many arguments in the pet health and pet food industry concerning the status of gravity feeders. However, the consensus gets more traction when dealing with the latest generation of pet gravity feeders. In this case, the news is very largely positive. The new models are able to keep food fresh. There are a …
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What is a gravity feeder? A gravity feeder is a feeding device for dogs and cats that was originally designed to deliver food from an elevated container, usually with the help of gravity. This article will answer 13 questions about this type of feeder so you can decide whether or not it’s right for your …
There is no real limit to the amount of space that a wired system can cover. Keep in mind that you will need additional conductors for a wireless system to cover more than 5 acres. But if you have enough wire for a wireless system, it can cover almost any size yard or any other …
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Implanting a microchip seldom costs more than $80, and it’s usually much less than this. Average prices are around $45-50 with some being significantly lower than this. Cats usually cost less to microchip than dogs, perhaps because it’s easier to perform the surgery on them as a result of their thinner tissue. Those who adopt …
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Veterinarians make an incision using a surgical instrument after anesthetizing the dog. They then remove the chip the same way that they would take out any other lesion or growth. Removal is usually relatively quick and shouldn’t cause the animal any significant amount of pain, since vets are usually careful to treat the area in …
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What Is an Invisible Pet Fence? This is a term to describe a particular pet containment technology. These fences work to keep your pet in a designated area through a wire which sends out an electronic radio signal to a mechanism in your pet’s color each time they approach the wire. How Does an Invisible …
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I bet you’ve always wondered, “What is a GPS Cat Collar?” Well I’m glad you asked. A GPS cat collar is an electronic device that attaches to your cats neck so you can track them via their location on the map. It’s as simple as attaching it and downloading the app on your phone or …
You really don’t install an invisible wireless fence, per se, but rather you just sort of set it up. Think of the following steps sort of as configuring any other appliance or dog-training aid that you’ve invested in: Put the base unit down in the right spot Set the control to either the high or …
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I’ve had a lot of questions about coyote rollers over the years, so I thought it was time to compile all my knowledge on this topic into one comprehensive blog post. Here are 13 questions answered about coyote rollers plus instructions to DIY them yourself and our top recommended model to purchase. Note: If you …
Choosing the right cat door for your home is not an easy task. There are many things to consider, such as whether or not you have a screen porch if you live in a cold climate, and how much money you want to spend on this project. This post will answer 13 questions that I’ve …
Are there laws specifically about cats? Yes, and most of them regard whether you can let your cat roam free, how to prove you own your cat, and what you are legally allowed to do about stray cats on your property. Do Cats Have A Legal Right To Roam? There aren’t any statewide laws regarding …
Two methods to keep your cat in your yard include installing an overhead netting to your already existing fence or a fully netted fenced-off area for your cat to roam. Other fence potentials include wireless fencing with a companion electronic collar for your feline, an old-fashioned cat fence that is equipped with wire mesh on …
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Do Pee Pads Work for Cats? Pee pads, like the ones designed for puppies, are a great tool for catching your furry feline’s accidental potty messes. Potty pads are not used the same way with cats and kittens as they are with dogs, though. Instead of potty training, pee pads are typically used as a …
