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3 Common Dog Training Problems

in Pets

November 18th, 2009

Dealing with dog training problems as an apartment dweller is compounded by the small living space and neighbors literally on the other side of the wall. Tackling the problematic behaviors head-on is essential to living a happy, productive life in a small space with a pet.

1. Housetraining

The most common of dog training problems is being unable to housetrain a dog effectively. Many dogs have occasional accidents; however, frequent accidents are usually indicative of improper training.

  • Solution 1: In order to housetrain…

5 Common Problems that College Roommates Encounter

in Roommates

November 23rd, 2009

Your college roommates will probably be the first people you will share a home with besides your family. Living at home with parents is very different. You probably had responsibilities that you knew you had to take care of, but you didn’t have to worry about things like rent, bills and other issues. If you can deal with the most common roommate problems in an effective way, you may end up with friends for life.

Food

Are you planning on sharing food…

5 Tips for Getting the Best Renters Insurance Rates

in Renters Insurance

November 23rd, 2009

Getting the best renters insurance rates, or tenant insurance, will help you save money. The amount you save could be just what you need to pay for your next tank of gas, or money that could go towards your rent payment. Here are 5 tips for getting the best rates:

1. Multiple Policy Discounts

Ask your car insurance agent how much it would cost you to buy renters insurance with them. A multiple policy discount should apply, because you already have a…

How to Protect the Furniture from Your Dog

in Health & Safety

November 23rd, 2009

As a pet owner, you understand that your dog will cause the occasional accident around the house. But, you also worked hard for that suede sofa sectional and that grand oak dining room set. Your goal is to protect your furniture from the chewing that your beloved dog is notorious for. Being a dog owner does not mean you have to sacrifice your expensive furniture. There are a few things that you can do to protect your furniture from your dog.

Supervision at All Times

Some dogs…

Unique Apartment Pets: Tarantulas

in Pets

November 23rd, 2009

Quite different from the fluffy cat or dog, tarantulas are compelling apartment pets that nonetheless are more suited for the small space apartment environment than the typical mammal. When it comes to owning a pet spider, there are none more attractive than the tarantula.

Tarantula Care

The best way to ensure that your tarantula apartment pets live long lives is to provide an escape-proof appropriate habitat and fresh water and food. All tarantulas are venomous and cannot have their poisonous glands removed…