Articles related to "Fur"

Fur pulling may be caused by fleas, ticks, allergies, medical problems or anxiety. The medical name for anxiety-induced fur pulling is Psychogenic Alopecia.

Did your pet get sprayed by a skunk? There's a few ways to remove skunk odor from a pet's fur using ingredients found around the home to rid the pet of that skunky smell!

Halloween costumes can be fun, easy to make, and unique all at the same time. Try this skunk pattern or a variation of it to make one of six fun animals.

Turn a simple bag or jacket into a unique creation by adding your floral fur embellishment.

Isabel Gunn was a remarkable woman who disguised herself as a man to work in the male dominated world of the fur trade as a labourer for the Hudson's Bay Company.

Furs are red-hot for the 2008/2009 winter season. Check out how the fashion models are wearing furs and how to incorporate sexy furs into your own wardrobe.

Women's participation in Canada's fur trade was varied and extensive, and generally overlooked in official records.

Designers looked to the countryside for inspiration this season and came back with plenty of checks, plaid, tweed and fur to keep us warm this fall and winter.

Fur: An Imaginary Portrait of Diane Arbus, is a movie about the famous American photographer who shot unusual and ground breaking portraits of people.

This superb book combines a modern coming-of-age story with the ancient Selkie myth to create a truly moving book for teenagers and adults alike.

In the fur trade, the Rocky Mountain Fur Company is in competition with the American Fur Company, Hudson's Bay, and smaller new companies.

Would you like Teddy Bear's fur to be smooth, curly, shaggy, ultra-soft, or an unusual color? This guide to teddy bear-making fabrics helps you choose the right fabric.

While groomers can eliminate skunk odor with special shampoos, the groomer isn't open 24 hours, seven days a week. So instead, try this home remedy for skunk odor.

From long and shaggy to short and closely cropped, faux fur is making a big statement as the hot transitional item as we move into Spring 2009.

Well into the 1970s the Hudson's Bay Company recruited their trainee fur-traders in the United Kingdom and sent them to their trading posts in isolated Inuit settlements.

Northern fur seal and Steller sea lion populations are falling around the Aleutian and Pribilof Islands. Ecosystem changes in the Northern Pacific Ocean play a key role.

A Persian cat's fur can change its shade and color as the kitten grows. However, if you notice changing color in an adult cat, he may be developing a serious illness.

Tear staining is a common problem in dog breeds like the Maltese. Learn why tear staining occurs in dogs and how to help prevent and remove tear stains in dogs.

Captain Benjamin Bonneville's adventures in the fur trade of the Rocky Mountains and far West. Hudson Bay's depletion of beaver in Oregon Country.

Do cats need baths? If so, how often? And how can it be done safely and with as little trauma as possible?

Overall, Pomeranian dogs are very well-mannered animals that are easy to get along with and to take care of.

Possum hunting is not strictly a night time activity. A New Zealand man and his son successfully hunt this nocturnal national pest during the day.

Shrimp are consumed by just about every fish that inhabits shallow inshore waters. They make up fundamental parts of the diets of bonefish, permit, and redfish.

Learn how to work the winter garden fashion trend into your style this season: add fur, feathers, flowers, leaves and foliage to rock the latest trend.

1812 brought Charlotte Small some of her biggest challenges as she and David moved from the Canadian West to the big city of Montreal.

From 1807-1812, Charlotte Small travelled with her husband David Thompson or remained behind at a fur trade forts with their children while he explored the Rockies.

Diane Arbus was an iconic photographer who looked for the ordinary in the extraordinary. This article spans the development of her work and the extent of her influence.

Skin parasites can cause a dog to itch, scratch, leading to a canine skin infections, skin sores, and dry, flaky skin in dogs. Learn the signs of skin parasites in dogs.

Loop stitches are deceptively simple and have a range of uses.

The Mountain Man rendezvous of 1832 was held at Pierre's Hole. Hundreds of mountain men, trappers, Indians and fur company traders met to sell furs or trade for supplies.

Fly Strike can cause serious internal damage and injuries from this problem can even lead to death, so taking proper precautions will help keep outdoor animals safe.

If your cat is coughing, it may be one of several different reasons, almost all of which need to be checked by a veterinarian.

Important for maintaining their own habitat and very well adapted for their life there.

Create unique clothing and treasured keepsakes from the hair of your dog.

Once ranging from Massachusetts to Nova Scotia, we know very little about the extinct sea mink. All that is known is that it was unable to survive the fur trade.

A review Gimpel Fils' latest art exhibition. Maybank has produced a vibrant and intriguing show and Symons' work sets herself up as an emerging artistic talent.

Is it time to give your dog a bath? Consider these tips to make dog baths easy and stress-free for the dog and home dog groomer!

We'll look at the different types of dog grooming brushes, their function and which of these pet grooming brushes are best for various coat types for at-home grooming.

William Sublette, in 1822, makes his first fur-trading trip up the Missouri with William Ashley. With him are future mountain men Jedediah S. Smith and David E. Jackson.

The South American camelids, the Alpaca and Vicuña, produce some of the fnest quality fiber on the planet. Here's the lowdown.

There are several breeds of dogs that work well with people who suffer from allergies.

It's that time of year again. Thoughts of Christmas, all of the decorations, food, gifts, and the many demands on our time.

Persian cats easily develop hairballs in their fur that contribute to a number of serious conditions.

Does coat colour affect cat temperament? A handful of studies and mounting anecdotal evidence suggest that it does.

Cat fur can quickly reach epic proportions in a motorhome. Cleaning cat hair daily and grooming to avoid hair balls are two techniques every RVer should know.

Cats are very clean animals. This, however, doesn't mean that they can do without human help.

These snowballs won't melt but will add a festive touch to your Christmas tree.

Does your dog shed? Dog shedding can leave clumps of fur on the floors, and dog fur on clothing and upholstery. Learn how to prevent shedding.

Many ferrets dislike water, and weak or sick ferrets can't handle the stress of a bath. Cleaning them without a full bath is easy, and can be a bonding experience.

Grown-up dresses, suits, skirts and figure-hugging ensembles are back, and retailers couldn't be happier.