How to Take Care of a Pet
Dogs have been the best friends with humans since time immemorial. Be it their warm cuddles, deep affection, or immeasurable loyalty, they have proven to be the creatures to spread happiness and love. If you own a pet dog, then no matter how tiring your day has been, you will always come back home to … Read more
Dressage dates back to the days of the Greek Military Commanders in 400BC. It was refined during the Renaissance by aristocrats who prided in showing off their highly trained horses. The Imperial Spanish Riding School of Vienna, founded in 1572, became the premier source for the majority of the principles and moves that riders practice … Read more
If you’re like most people, when you picture an owl, you picture a wise, earthy-colored bird perched in the trees, perhaps making its distinctive call: “Who-who?” However, if you’ve ever had the opportunity to see an owl or two in your backyard, you’ll know that each bird can look and sound vastly different! In fact, … Read more
Dog shows are certainly fun to watch. But more than that, dog shows serve an important purpose. Professional dog shows are meant to evaluate the breeding stock as a way to maintain the integrity of the breed onto the next dog generations. Whether you’re interested in entering your dog into a professional dog show or … Read more
As the world returns to life on a more “normal” scale, more and more businesses are requiring their employees to return to the office. As you spend less time at home, you’re probably wondering how your dog will get the exercise they need, especially if you adopted your pup during Covid and don’t have a … Read more
If you are looking for a loyal and devoted companion, a dog is a perfect pet for you. Dogs belong to the canine family, which are known for their ability to live in packs. They have an inherent sense of loyalty to their pack and crave security, companionship, and love. Any dog has the potential … Read more
The humble goldfish is an iconic pet that’s been around since the 19th Century when the fish were first kept in ornamental ponds by the wealthy as status symbols. Today, goldfish are still just about the most popular choice of pet fish, especially with kids, but unfortunately, they’re also often regarded as somewhat disposable and … Read more
You are a die-hard cat person, but every time you are around one of your furry friends, you go into sneezing fits and your eyes will not stop watering. You are likely having an allergic reaction to cats, but does that mean you will never be able to live with one? Follow along as we … Read more
We all know the basics of cat communication; purrs are generally welcoming while hisses mean back off. But cat communication has different layers. Often, cat communication is non-verbal. However, when they become vocal, we should pay attention to what they are trying to communicate. Many studies have been conducted on how cats attempt to communicate … Read more
Hunting dogs are extremely helpful for locating and flushing birds; they are also perfect for retrieving downed birds for the hunter. Let’s look at a few of the best bird hunting dog breed, and why they are so perfect for the task. First, we will look at two distinctions between types of hunting dogs, the … Read more
Although each dog is unique, certain breeds can be considered aggressive based on inherent traits. The greatest known breed with a tendency for aggression is the Pit Bull Terrier. Dogs of this breed account for more bite-related attacks than any other breed on record. This aggression is credited largely to the growing popularity of dogfighting … Read more
There are a lot of different things that you can look for in a dog, from particular breed, color, size, age, etc. But what if you are looking for a certain type of temperament? Many people, with or without kids, are looking for what dogs are best known for: affection and companionship. Here is a … Read more
An underbite is when the lower jaw juts out from underneath the upper jaw. In some dog breeds, this is fairly common and is often an identifying trait of a breed. However, it can create some problems for the dog over time. Here’s a list of dogs that are frequently born with an underbite, as … Read more
If you were to define canine health as being at a generally lower risk for genetic disease, then mixed breed dogs would probably be healthier. They also tend to live longer than purebreds. The reason for this lies in gene pools and the mechanics of genetics. By definition, a purebred dog has purebred parents. This … Read more
Children and dogs have a natural affinity for one another. While children provide dogs with attention and love, dogs provide children with companionship and affection and help children learn about responsibility. However, it is important to supervise interactions between dogs and small children and to know which breeds are the most comfortable with children when … Read more
There is an ongoing question about what dogs cause insurance companies to refuse coverage to potential customers. It has actually changed from decade to decade based on the perceptions of how dangerous and/or physically aggressive this or that dog breed was or is. Currently, only a couple of dogs still cause homeowners headaches with insurance … Read more
All dogs can suffer from various illnesses, physical health problems, and diseases. However, some dogs suffer more than others. If you have one of these breeds of dogs that are at high risk for health problems, you should be prepared for higher vet bills too. The following dogs and their multiple health risks are ones … Read more
Like humans, dogs have four-chambered hearts with a general structure also similar to that of humans. Some breeds are more prone to heart disease than others, but any dog can get this condition. There is some recent evidence that diet may be a factor in the development of canine heart disease. Specifically, this refers to … Read more
Wrinkles may not be very becoming on humans but on dogs they are adorable. While their sizes and colors may vary this list of dogs all have one thing in common-wrinkly foreheads. Dogs with Wrinkled Foreheads Pug English Bulldog French Bulldog Shar-Pei Bloodhound Basset Hound Neopolitan Massif Pug These cute little dogs are very playful … Read more
All dogs need plenty of love and attention to be properly cared for. The amount of quality time required of you by your dog, however, often depends on its breed. Some dogs cannot handle more than a couple hours of solitude without severe separation anxiety. To ensure your lifestyle pairs well with the needs of … Read more