Oh, so you think your pet isn"t human? You think humans are the only ones that can feel the loss of a loved one?

While we obviously don"t know for sure - think about it. If pets eat like we do, sleep like we do, have the same body make up (within) like we do, cry when in pain like we do, then why won"t they too feel the pain of a loved one like humans do?

It is sad that many humans think they are the only ones that are qualified to feel sad, happy or grieve when the loss a loved one.

If your pet can feel happy when there is the cause to, then why do you think it can"t feel sad and grieve when there is cause to?

Why won"t your pet moan when the closest pet to it has just died. Now it has to stay alone, play alone, sit alone, eat alone, etc. It will definitely feel the loss of the other and this will be manifest in its behavior.

Or you think because your pet can"t speak to you and tell you how it feels, then it doesn"t mourn?

Fact is this - when one of your pet dies and the other starts behaving in ways such as - eating less; loss of interest in things that it used to feel interest in; staying aloof from you and others; not sleeping where it used to sleep, staying silent most of the time, etc.

All these are signs that your pet is silently grieving the loss of the other pet. If the pet isn"t really sure whether the other one died or not, it could be hoping that the other pet will return.

What should you do when this happens?

Nothing much than to wait for time to heal the heart of this grieving pet.

Like humans, pets also feel the loss of a fellow pet, but get over this loss after some time. Time, they say, heals all wounds - in humans and even in pets.

So, when one of your pet dies and the other feels the loss so much, don"t fret too much about it - this pet will get over it in due time. Some pets heal within a few weeks, while some last for many weeks and even months before they forget about the loss of their fellow pals.

What you can do is to give your pet all the necessary support, care and tenderness it needs to get over the loss in good time.

In other words, do everything you can to take the mind of your pet away from her object of worry. Engage her in those activities that she normally loves to do. If your pet is one that loves to have other pets to play with, then invite your friend over and have them bring their pets.

Best of all, you can buy another pet to keep your pet from feeling too lonely. With time she will eventually forget about the loss of the previous one.

Do all these and your pet can feel better despite the loss of its previous pal.

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Living way up here in the extreme temperatures in Montana, we are fairly sheltered from the flea and tick infestations that more moderate areas suffer from. However, with the steady increase of pet ownership across the country, awareness of the dangers of external parasites and the necessary treatment methods is vital.

Pet owners need to understand the importance of controlling these pests, as can several diseases are associated with fleas and ticks: Bubonic Plague, Murine Typhus, Lyme Disease, and Francisella Tularensis, to name just a few. It is easy to see that the pet’s comfort is not the only issue here- safety and health risks are a factor as well.

For pet owners, it is a difficult and daunting task to choose an effective, yet safe method to control these parasites. The most effective method is of course prevention. Every day new treatments and preventative methods are being developed. My favorite is spot-on treatments dispensed by a veterinarian. These are topically absorbed insecticides, which require minimal applications for maximum protection for your pet. Also, oral insecticides are fairly new to the scene, and are getting rave reviews as well.

If it is too late for prevention, treatment is the next option to explore. The first choice is choosing chemical pesticide or botanical. There is an endless bevy of flea and tick products available on the market. It is vital that pet owners arm themselves with knowledge about these products, as many of them contain deadly chemicals that, if not used properly, can be fatal to animals and humans as well.

Organophosphates, organochlorines, carbamates…these chemical groups all sound pretty ominous, and believe me, they are deadly. They can cause permanent side effects, extensive nerve damage, and even death in animals and the people applying them with just one improper use. And yet, they are readily available on any supermarket and discount store shelf for under $5. That is very scary.

These harmful chemicals are widely and openly dispensed, without necessary supervision or education, to the general public in many forms. Flea collars, sprays, powders, dusts, shampoos, room foggers, carpet treatments, the list goes on and on. Yes, these chemicals will in fact kill the parasites, but they just simply aren’t worth the risk.

That leaves us with the second, safer treatment option: botanical pesticides. These are natural products that are derived from various sources. Pyrethrin is a popular choice, derived from the chrysanthemum flower. It can be found in several safe parasite treatments. d-Limonene, a citrus byproduct that has a strong orange odor, is another option. It is extremely effective, and forms of it are used in several different household cleaners as well as pet products. Another newer product gaining popularity is neem seed extract, a powerful insect growth regulator, a feeding deterrent and repellent. Overall, all three of these natural products, when used properly, are non-toxic and biodegradable.

If you suspect that your pet is suffering from these parasites, please do not go out and buy a flea collar: they don’t work! They are usually a pet owner’s first choice because they are quick and easy. But the problem is that they only repel the fleas and ticks around the head area of the animal, instead of the entire body.

Instead of trying to choose a flea and tick treatment product on your own, contact your professional groomer or veterinarian for advice on how to proceed with the care and treatment of the animal. They can recommend the best, safest treatment options for your pet, as well as how to eliminate the pests in your home environment, etc. They can help you get your pet on an effective preventative plan to eliminate the dreaded flea and tick dilemma!

Shannon Lynnes Heggem is an international speaker with a strong background in the pet care industry.

In the 1990"s, she established an upscale boarding resort and grooming spa in Havre, Montana. She then founded the Fast Track Institute of Pet Careers, a vocational school focused on pet-related careers.

Shannon quickly became one of the top experts in the pet care industry, as an educator, business consultant, speaker, and contest judge. She was the first Certified Master Groomer in Montana, and went on to become a Certified Kennel Operator. Only four people in the world actually hold both of these certification titles!

In 1998, Shannon’s life was forever changed when she narrowly escaped death. She was viciously attacked in her kennel by a Rottweiler, and amazingly, survived.

Since then, Shannon has overcome incredible obstacles to continue her life’s journey. The trauma was a turning point for her; she has now dedicated her life to writing and speaking, to help motivate others to succeed beyond their own experiences.