You want to introduce a new pet member into the family. You’re very excited—but you’re not so sure how excited your current dog will be—however, there are ways to get him excited—well, at least...
There are various reasons why a dog might want to run away or escape. It’s not to be defiant or because he’s unhappy with you. Typical reasons are boredom, not enough exercise, fear, the desire to...
I'm no Steve Irwin. Even back when he was alive. Even though I was raised on a full-on farm, I really have no affinity for animal care. At this moment, I want a Cavalier King Charles spaniel as...
We all know that dog is man and woman’s best friend. They are forever loyal, shower us with unconditional love, and bring joy to our lives. However, as a dog guardian or "dog owner"—there are...
Maybe there's a stray cat who has found a home on your porch, or occasionally convinces you to invite it into your place for a bowl of milk or plate of chicken scraps. So why not adopt the feline?...
Pembroke Welshi Corgis expect nothing less than the “royal treatment”—well, Queen Elizabeth’s Corgis anyway. The rest of the Corgis also need some tending to. Although they have an average life...
You love your mixed breed dog more than anything, but at the same time you can’t help but wonder what his background is. He has the body and coloring of a lab, dachshund legs and howels like a...
Cute, cuddly Pugs--one of the most affectionate breeds of dogs. However, loving a Pug might take some work. The breed is prone to a variety of medical issues that you need to stay on top of to...
Many concerns have arisen regarding the dangers of feeding pets commercial dog food. These concerns have prompted dog owners to start making natural dog foods for their beloved pets, which is not...
Face it—you can't be with your dog every waking minute—you may need to leave the house every once in a while. The only trouble with that is many dogs experience separation anxiety—and even the...
Since dogs have a shorter lifespan than humans, we don't normally consider providing for dogs in the event of our death. But what if something should happen and our dog survives us? In the eyes of...
There are various reasons why your dog might be aggressive toward a visitor to your home. Common reasons are protection of his "turf" or "pack" (family)—or fear. There are also some steps that can...
Many cat owners are turning away from commercial pet foods and are feeding their cats homemade organic pet food. It’s easy to make once you know how and it's healthier than store bought pet foods....
You don’t adopt a stray cat, rather a stray cat adopts you. Although this adage has a bit of truth, being a responsible pet owner requires you to take care of a few things to ensure the health and...
Goldfish can make great first pets for any age. They are both inexpensive and easy to take care of. With proper care, goldfish can live very long lives. Most goldfish can live to 10 years old with...
With the poisonings of pets from commercial pet foods, many pet owners are now looking for healthy and natural pet food recipes that they can easily make from home. Here are three different...
The Chow Chow, or more commonly known as the “Chow,” is that dog that looks like a cross between a lion and a bear with a blue/black tongue. One of the more popular and oldest breeds (dating back...
A Labra whoodle? A Labradoodle! A cross between a Labrador Retriever and a Standard Poodle. Labradoodles came into existence in the 1970s and are known for their lovable disposition, intelligence,...
Just like humans, dogs can get depressed. And as with people, it can be brought on by different things. Some common signs are lack of appetite, lethargy, change in personality and clinginess....
Sometimes a dog may have a limb amputated due to cancer, an accident or for another reason. And now, due to advances in veterinary techniques there are more three-legged dogs walking around than...
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