Cat - Is a Dog Right for You?

Anyone who intends to have a dog as a pet should be aware that this is an important decision. A dog will not only make changes in your family's everyday life, it will also, at times, cause problems. A dog is a living creature that needs your presence and care on a permanent basis. In return, your dog will provide much joy as a loyal, affectionate, and faithful companion. You must determine whether you are in a position to cater to the animals various needs for as long as it lives, which is generally from 10 to 15 years. You must also consider the other expenses involved apart from the purchase price: food, grooming, and veterinary care. Besides the expense, your life - style, your activities, and your age should influence your choice of a dog. You must also decide what you intend the dog to be: a pet, a watch dog, a guard dog, or a hunting dog. In the country, and suburbs, adequate space is no problem. City dwellers however, are well advised to choose a medium size animal since a big dog is likely to cause damage and be unhappy in a small home. Large breeds need up to 180 square yards of space, at least an hours walk every day, and should be allowed to play freely outside one day a week. On the other hand, even small dogs can make poor urban pets. Any type of dog that has been bred to hunt needs to run regularly. Toy dogs that bark frequently, if not nervously, do not belong in thin walled apartments buildings where footsteps in the corridor or in the upstairs unit could confuse any animal that has territorial issues. Finally, try to match the temperament of the dog with your disposition. For instance, a nervous person with limited living space might be happy to own a dog that barks readily. An athletic person will choose a muscular animal to jog with. A fastidious housekeeper would not be happy with a long haired breed. Before you take the plunge, weigh all your options carefully, theirs nothing more heartbreaking than to have to give up a pet after you have become attached to it. Randy Jones and his partner Brent Jones have been in the pet industry for a long time. Recently they formed Joncopets.com. On the site, customers can read articles about anything pets as well as shop for the latest small dog sweaters and more for their best friend. Feel free to check out the site at http://www.joncopets.com Article Source:http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Randy_Jones Cat - Novelty Contact Lenses - Special Eyes for Special Occasions When the first colored contacts came out around 1983, they were considered a real novelty - a marvel of science. In the years since then, the world of contacts has undergone major changes. One of these changes is in the market for novelty contact lenses. Color enhancement or color changing is no longer enough. Contact lens wearers are looking to boldly go where no one has ever gone before. They want to make a statement as well as correct their vision problems. While some people prefer the blending of colors in the Acuvue Colours Opaques to get the new eye color they are after, others are looking for their eyes to be a bit more eye-catching. In those cases, companies like Wild Eyes stands ready to supply. Their special Halloween line is the cat's meow - and the wolf's howl and the banshee's wail for that matter. All manner of eye-popping eye-wear is in the stores this year. From the cat eye to the star to the insect (yes, there is even a roach design available), the novelty line of color contacts seems to be well stocked. Accessorized Eyewear While all of Acuvue's offerings are prescription and have some vision correction characteristics, Wild Eye and some of the other novelty lines offer plano (zero correction) lenses. This puts them square in the forefront of the "accessorizing with eyewear" movement. As this trend continues to mature, there will need to be increased awareness of the fact that anything you put on your eye can create problems. Proper care must be observed, no matter if your contacts are regular Acuvues meant solely to correct your vision problem or the wildest of the wild eye looks. If the doctor-suggested hygiene and handling procedures are followed, you will continue to be able to amaze your friends with your new look or your improved vision - or both!