Jackie Sheppard

Rabbits are becoming more and more popular as pets, and today are known as one of the most common domesticated pets. With such popularity, there are hundreds of rabbit supplies now available, so choosing the things you'll need for your pet rabbit can seem like a very daunting task. At first, it's important that your pet rabbit has all the essentials which allow a comfortable, happy and healthy lifestyle. The fun stuff and novelty items can be left until later when your new pet has settled in.

Bird feeders will attract some birds to your garden, but there are other factors which help to encourage a wide variety of species. Simple measures can be taken which help to reduce the dangers to feeding birds, to attract them safely to your garden.

Demanding food is thought to be one of the main reasons why the number of obese cats is rapidly increasing.

If you're thinking about getting a pet hamster, you'll need to choose carefully about the hamster cage you're going to get for him. Today, there is a wide variety of designs available so choosing one can seem like a daunting task.

Cats are exceptionally independent creatures and are known for their grooming abilities, usually keeping themselves in great condition without encouragement. However, making yourself a part of your cat's grooming regime can help to strengthen the bond between you and allows you to get to know your cat's body in order that you can spot signs of illness more easily. Many cats will become used to being groomed and will actually enjoy it.

At one time there would have been nothing stranger than seeing a cat being walked on a harness and lead. However, cat harnesses are now rapidly rising in popularity and seeing owners walk their cats is a fairly normal sight and the cat harness is quickly becoming one of the must have cat products.

In the past couple of years the popularity of dog coats has dramatically increased and is expected to rise further again this winter as pet owners ensure that their canines stay warm and comfortable.

Fleas are one of the most common parasites plaguing the UK pets and pet lovers houses. These small insects can be caught from anywhere and from anything, and once infected, they can be difficult to remove without causing owners hours of hassle. However, once people are educated on the life cycle and lifestyles of the common flea, it can be easy to ensure that the correct measures are taken to permanently rid your household of these pests

Many people spend weeks and weeks when choosing a dog to bring into their family. They take into account the breeds natures, the amount of exercise they require, and their needs involving food and other things such as grooming.

There have always been many myths surrounding pets, many of which are now known to be untrue. However, veterinary surgeons around the UK have revealed that there are still common myths which many pet owners still believe today.