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My name is Danielle Sheffler and I love animals! I currently own and run http://petstrong.com and I maintain a blog: http://petstrong.com/blog - blogging everything pet related!

I have had many experiences with all different types of animals through my volunteer

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Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Standard Poodle: 2 of 4
Today I thought I would focus on one of the more elegant, high-maintenance breed of dogs: the Standard Poodle. This breed can be thought of as snotty, stuck up, or just plain bratty. The Poodle can also be extremely graceful and is often a champion in the show ring. If you are thinking about getting a Poodle, hopefully this ... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health February is dental health month for pets: 1 of 2
February is Dental Health Month for pets, and it is the perfect time to get their teeth checked out and cleaned! Today I am going to talk about ways you can prevent tooth decay in your pets, tell you about different products on the market to help you, and give you a run down of what you can expect at the vet's office when yo... More..
Pets & Animals > Vets & Pet Health What you need to know before your pet is anesthetized: 1 of 2
Owners of cats and dogs alike need to be concerned with this topic because it is very likely that your pet will need to be anesthetized at some point in his life. This post today will talk about different questions you should be asking your veterinarian to ensure a smooth procedure for your animal. Being put under anesthesia... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Keeping your pet safe during a natural disaster: 1 of 1
In the wake of the devastating fires in California, and now the ice storms in the Midwest, I have been thinking of Hurricane Katrina and other destructive natural disasters. Most pet owners are completely caught off guard and don't know what to do, or where to go with their pets. During Hurricane Katrina, many pet owners wer... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Guide to different types of fencing for pets: 1 of 1
People who have never owned an animal before are often surprised by how smart and quick they can be. Most animals are problem solvers and it doesn't take them too long to figure out how to get what they want. Dogs should not be trusted to roam free through your neighborhood, they will make messes on your neighbor's lawns and... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Pet-proofing your garden: 1 of 1
Winter is finally over and at least for most of the country, Spring is here! Most of us will enjoy the outdoors, enjoy our gardens and spend some time with our pets. But most of us forget that dogs view newly planted seedlings or flower beds as a digging playground and will stop at nothing to uproot everything in their path.... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to keep your pet safe from human predators: 1 of 1
I recently saw an interesting show on television. It was called "The Iron Mask" and basically the show is about 5 ordinary people who come on stage and reveal their deepest, darkest secrets. The only catch is that each person is wearing a mask over their face to conceal their identity. One particular person interested me, an... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership How to help your pet go "green": 1 of 1
These days, plenty of attention is being given to environmentally friendly products such as cars that run on electricity, energy saving light bulbs, even bans on plastic grocery bags! But did you know that you can extend your eco-friendliness to your pets? I want to talk to you about products on the market today that are org... More..
Politics, News & Issues > News (Other) Salmonella outbreak linked to pet turtles: 1 of 1
The outbreak began in August and has so far been responsible for sickening over 100 people and hospitalizing 24 in 33 states across the country. This is the largest recorded outbreak of its kind (as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on Thursday). The average age of the infected person's is 7 1/2, ind... More..
Pets & Animals > Dog Breeds Dog breed: Doberman Pinscher: 4 of 7
This profile today is very special for a reason! I was surfing the web this past weekend and came across a great video (see the middle of this post). This video led me to www.SecondChanceDobes.com and my post today was inspired by them! Second Chance Dobes is a non-profit organization whose objective is to foster, rehabilita... More..