Dogs as Pets

Most cities have a law in place that limits the number of animals a household can have. Mine, for example, only allows two dogs maximum. Do these laws actually protect animals or do they hurt...

Vacationing is the perfect reason to let go of the stress from work, have fun, and forget all your worries. But what about the pets? Planning on who to watch your pets or where to take them before...

A dog fence is important to have around a home. Should your dog get out of the house, there needs to be a second line of defense to keep him safe. Choosing the right fence for your pet can make a...

No matter where you live in this country you have at some time seen animals that seem underfed, homeless, or in distress. With a little time and effort, you can help these animals find a better life.

Choosing the perfect dog for your family is not something that should be done lightly. So many things are to be considered, dog behaviors, breeding, how much training it will require, will it suit...

Animal shelters provide care to homeless and abandoned animals. They usually rely on local funding, as well as donations and help from volunteers. Many offer services to residents and pets in...

When you help your child choose a pet, you are helping him or her take a big step toward learning responsibility. In addition to that, not all children understand the difficulty involved with...

Animals affect everyone's life, whether you're an animal-lover, animal-hater, animal-eater or animal-saver, and their presence is important. Importance ranges from companionship to food source,...

Are you the type of person who loves animals? Do you have cats and dogs who you just can't part with? This may become a problem if you need to rent a place, but the landlord is not excited about...

Have you wondered how you can help abused/neglected animals in your area? Here's how!!

Many animals are in need of a family. Having an animal is a big responsibility. Your pet will need lots of love and attention. Along with feeding and watering your new pet every day. Attending to...

It seems to be difficult to rent homes that will accept animals. This is partly due to the belief that all animals are destructive. The fact that irresponsible pet owners who do not clean up after...

Yorkies present issues similar to any other new pet introduced into the household, but they also have a few special needs of their own. You want to supervise the interaction between all the...

Having a pet is a great way for children to learn responsibility but how do you know which pet is the right pet.

Dogs can be a wonderful addition to any family, but choosing the right dog for your family pet can be a difficult decision. Here are a few tips to help you in your decision making process, to help...

Foster parents provide temporary homes for animals with nowhere else to go. Still, over 10 million kittens, puppies, horses, ferrets, lizards, and birds have to be euthanized each year. You can...

Everyone goes through it at least once in their lives - trying to decide which animal (bird, bunny, cat, dog, fish, hamster, lizard, snake, turtle) would satisfy their wishes, or the wishes of...

Too many animals are sold as pets from pet stores and not enough are being adopted from animal shelters. When you adopt a puppy from a pet store, you are really giving business to Puppy Mills. ...

Finding pet sitters who love animals can be quite a challenge depending on the type of house pet you own. Searching online for information about qualified pet sitters? Looking for someone with...

April has been designated as Prevention of Cruelty to Animals month by who other than? The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, of course. Founded in 1866 and North America’s...

It does not take much to be a great pet owner, but what it does take is crucial to having both a happy and a healthy animal. Below you will find some of the most important aspects of keeping and...

How to choose the right pet for you Determining what type of pet is right for you is the first step. The first thing you should do is look at your lifestyle. You will need to take into...

Introduce dogs to cats at a young age, making sure to create a safe environment and allowing the animals to sniff each other through a door before meeting. Work slowly when introducing dogs to...

Dog pounds are more commonly known as animal shelters. Named originally for the pounds used to pen up loose cattle until they could be sorted out by their brands to the correct owners, dog pounds...

I have owned hundreds of pets in my life so I feel that I am more than qualified to help others select the perfect pet for their lifestyle, personal taste, and housing capabilities. There are many...

Learn how to become the voice of innocent animals and make little changes in your life that make a positive difference. You will feel better about yourself and you will certainly make the world a...

The task of finding a home for an unwanted pet can a very difficult thing to do. Sometimes you have to move or a situation comes up where you can't keep your pet any longer. Don't give up and...

If you are an animal lover or simply believe in "Live and Let Live," it's important to know which companies test their products on animals and perpetuate suffering for no reason. There...

The Internet has made it easy to find a new dog or cat. Online sites allow you to search specific types of pets located in your area and even tell you if the animal is already house trained or...

If you are a pet owner, you may decide to use a pet boarding kennel if you need to board your cat and dog and don't want to use a pet sitter. Knowing what to expect from a boarding kennel and how...

Pets make great companions and there are studies that show owning a pet can improve the mental and physical health of an individual. Unfortunately, many people get a pet without realizing the...

Adding a pet to your family can be so much fun! Having a dog or cat to come home to can be so wonderful and it's even better knowing that they unconditionally love you no matter what. When you...

Caring for your pet is vital to owning a happy and healthy animal. Educating yourself and family prior to choosing a pet is imperative.

Save animals from euthanasia by starting a no kill shelter that helps animals get adopted to forever families. Improve an animal's life and give them hope. Pets like dogs and cats do not have to...

Chihuahuas are the oldest dog breed on the North American continent. Their heritage is traceable to Aztec royalty. Their popularity within high society has gone up and down throughout the years;...

Homeless animals are a major problem in the United States. Approximately eight to 12 million animals are taken into animal shelters annually. The huge number of animals makes it extremely hard...

Every pet lover wants to do everything they can to help homeless animals. This usually means making donations to a pet shelter and it can be difficult to choose one to make donations to. Some...

As parents or caregivers, you should have a good approach of safety for kids around dogs. No matter how domesticated a dog might be, they are still animals. And animals' behavior cannot be one...

Animal rescue organizations exist to locate animals that are in need of care and provide them with a safe, temporary environment and eventual adoption. Unfortunately, millions of animals suffer...

Dog rescue groups specialize on particular breeds, run by people who have experience and an in-depth knowledge of that breed. For these reasons, adopting from a dog rescue group can be ideal for...

Most children love animals and are eager to have a pet. The problem is that children do not automatically know how to handle animals. Children tend to try and show an animal affection by hugging...

Pets who go outdoors enjoy being in the yard and interacting with nature. If you're not careful, however, your cat or dog may end up locked outside in the cold. Have a system in place to make sure...

Children can play an important rule in helping animals of all kinds. Just because they are small it does not mean that they can not do anything. After all children are going to grow up and be in...

If you love animals like me, you pretty much want to have them all living with you. But, as you can imagine, while you can live with them, all your pets might not be able to live with each other....

Personally I have such a weak heart for homeless animals and when I see one I always want to take them home. My husband is always telling me we cant have a zoo in our backyard. Any animal that I...

So, you want to buy a pet. You have thought long and hard and decided what pet is the best fit for your family. Where do you go to get a pet and what do you do when you get there?

Homeless pets and animals can pull on the heartstrings of almost all warm-blooded people. These furry companions are considered more and more as family members, and not four-legged animals that...

If you love animals and want to do something serious to help them, you might consider becoming a foster parent for abused and abandoned animals. No-kill pet shelters are popping up all over the...

MySpace is all the rage these days with everyone from teens to performing artists to stay-at-home parents—and continues to grow by leaps and bounds. It’s also perhaps the best way to get the word...

The animal shelter isn't the only place to adopt a pet anymore. There are many private rescue groups with networks of foster homes for all kinds of animals. All are well meaning, but their...