Diabetes in Cats and Dogs on the Rise It will come as no surprise to many pet owners that their furry friends are getting fatter, but it may shock you once you realize that a recent study revealed that cases of diabetes in cats and dogs has risen over 900% in just five years. The … Read more
Traveling to Europe With Your Dog Are you planning a trip to Europe this year but hate the thought of having to leave your dog in a kennel while you’re away? If you’re anything like me, you’ll worry about your pet the whole time you’re away, wondering if he’s okay. Consider bringing him with you! … Read more
The Cost of Having and Caring for a Dog Dog ownership is an extremely rewarding experience. It’s a big commitment, too. Not only must you be dedicated, you must be prepared also for the cost of having and caring for a dog. There’s the ongoing costs you’d expect, such as food. There may also be … Read more
Fresh Water Fish Compatibility for a Happy Tank Let’s face it: We don’t get along with every other person on the planet. It’s impossible—we’re all too different. We have our likes and dislikes, our personalities and tolerance levels. That friend-or-foe dynamic is in place in the natural world, too—even if it’s a natural world that … Read more
5 Benefits of Having A House Pet Since humans domesticated certain animals thousands of years ago, they have become our best friends. The list is not limited to only dogs and cats. Most family homes have at least one or more pets in their homes. While our furry friends depend on us for basic needs … Read more
How I Took Help from my Pooch to Get a Perfect Date A Dog Owner’s Personal Memoir A pooch is not only the best friend of human beings, but is also the means of finding everlasting love for their owners. It is amazing to find the different ways dogs can enlighten the lives of their … Read more
Paw-Ternity Leave, Hopeful Wish or Possible Reality? For most, pets are a part of our family. For some, their pets are the only family they have. When we decide to adopt a new pet into our family, should we expect our employer to provide us with similar time off benefits for our new pets as … Read more
History of Selective Breeding in Dogs Most, if not all, breeds of household dogs that exist today are due to selective breeding in dogs. The original bloodline is that of the gray wolf, some 18,800 – 32,100 years ago and may have since died out. However, as purebred dogs are becoming increasingly inbred, problems are arising … Read more
Is There Such a Thing as a Bad Dog Breed? Overcoming Dog Breed Discrimination If you were to ask anyone what his or her favorite breed of dog is, the answers would definitely vary. While one person might love pit bulls, another may fear the breed. The truth is, there are good dogs and there … Read more
Prepare Your Home for a New Pet Owning a pet offers many benefits. They make great companions, can help you stay active and healthy, and are loads of fun. Pet ownership can also wreak havoc on your home if you aren’t prepared. Before you make a trip to the pet store, take a few actions … Read more