Having a furry friend is so much fun but it can also take a lot of work. Not only do you need to feed, dog shelter and care for a dog, you also need to be able to understand its health needs, and that can be difficult since a dog can’t speak to you and […]
Why You Should Learn Doggie First Aid
As a dog owner, you may find yourself needing to give your dog first aid. Dogs are curious creatures and sometimes get into dangerous situations. When they get into trouble, it will be your job to help. Many of the problems a dog faces are similar to those of our own. Until you can get […]
How to Get In Tune with Your Dog with the Help of DNA My Dog
When it came to adopting my sweet Molly, it didn’t matter to me what breed she was. All I knew was that she was lost and homeless. Actually, truth be known, she looked quite pitiful. She was scrawny, covered in fleas and ticks, her eyes were red-rimmed and I wasn’t quite sure what to make […]
Why Your Dog Barks
Dogs bark because we humans want our dogs to bark. For years our domestication process and selective breeding has allowed our dogs to develop their barking abilities. Wolves don’t bark Barking was further developed in dogs in order to scare intruders or to help the master out (i.e. on farms to assist in gathering […]
Should you Be Concerned If your Pet Eats a Rat or Mouse?
People usually think that cats love eating rodents such as rats and mice, but is this the truth? Well, cartoons and some movies are to blame for this. Although, they aren’t completely wrong. See, cats do, in fact, love chasing rats. However, not all cats are like this and even those that do, generally avoid […]
Understanding Your Cat
Cats are very good at communicating. Taking time to understand exactly what your cat is saying will make your relationship stronger. Watch their Body Signals A bristling tail held straight up, or one that thrashes back and forth are warnings. If a cat is feeling defensive, the tail is usually arched. Hissing and backing away […]