Russian Tortoises Russian Tortoises are terrestrial animals that belong to the turtle family (Testudinidae). They have been present on earth for 200 million years and have one of the longest lifespans, known to live longer than 150 years. Tortoises can be found on all continents except Antarctica and Australia, and are also believed to be … Read more
5 Tips on Training Your Dog Not to Bite Guest Writer: Dixie Somers Puppies and dogs can bring a lot of joy into your home. Your pet really can become your best friend. A dog that bites can be another story, however. Dog bites aren’t just painful. They can place you at risk of an … Read more
Choosing the Right Feed for Your Horse Photo Credit: Raphael Wicker, Unsplash When choosing the right feed for your horse, there are plenty of things you need to keep in mind, from the horse’s age, to its weight and activity. Generally, they need different types and amounts of food at different stages of their life. … Read more
5 Tips For Making Dog Training Easy As Possible Having a well-behaved and properly trained dog says more about you than it does about your dog. Dogs that jump, nip or bite can be a problem for visitors and can injure someone. When things like that happen you may even have to get professionals, such … Read more
Storm Preparedness for Pets Storm preparedness for pets may not always be on our minds, but when storm warnings come around, one can never be too prepared! When getting ready for an emergency there are a number of things to consider — like supplies, gas, safety measures for your home, etc. — but one thing … Read more
Basically, dogs have different skin types than humans. The PH level of a dog’s skin is higher than a human’s. That is why you need to choose the right shampoo with the appropriate ingredients. This article discusses whether it’s safe or not to use human shampoo on dogs, and answers frequently asked questions by dog … Read more
7 Exotic Pets to Consider Guest Writer: Matt Rhoney Have you ever wondered would be like to own an exotic animal? If you’re an animal lover looking for a pet slightly more unusual than the rest, there are definitely some cool creatures you should check out. Many exotic animals are much easier to take care … Read more
F is for the Magnificent Frigatebirds Do you have 3 minutes you can spare? ‘Cause that’s how long it will take you to watch this video of the Great and Magnificent Frigatebirds (also known as frigate pelicans) in their natural habitat in the Galapagos. It’s a lovely film, published by Quasar Expeditions. Watch the males displaying … Read more
Dog Parenting 101 Owning a pet dog is a huge responsibility. It is not just limited to feeding it and playing with your pet or cuddle with it all the day. For starters, the dog needs to be compatible with your lifestyle and home. Next, you need to make sure that the upkeep or maintenance … Read more
E is for Echidna Penises (and other fun stuff) Did she just say, Echidna penises? Well, yes I did. 🙂 It’s a very odd feature indeed. But if you can only wait a moment, let me first tell you about several other oddities the Echidna (pronounced ee-kid’-na) has going for it. I won’t say the … Read more