Every dog enthusiast knows about such dog breeds as the Labrador Retriever, Poodle and Pug. There are, however, quite a lot of dog breeds that are not so well known. Although these breeds are just as suitable to be a pet, very little people are aware that these breeds even exist. Below is a list […]
Every year thousands of people go on vacation or relocate to a new city and take their beloved pets with them. Sometimes flying to their destination is their only choice. But the only choice for their pets was to fly in the airplane’s cargo hold. That is all about to change, however, because on 14 […]
This week, the world celebrates Earth Day on 22 April. It was started by Senator Gaylord Nelson in 1970, to encourage people to be more aware of the Earth and the environment in which we all live. There are many ways to ‘go green’, such as eating organic foods, carpooling etc. But did you know […]
President Obama chose a Portuguese Water Dog to be his family’s pet because his daughter, Malia, has allergies. The Portuguese Water Dog is considered a hypoallergenic breed of dog and is therefore ideal for Malia. Contrary to popular belief, it is not the dogs and cats that people are allergic to, but rather it is […]
No one can resist the cuteness of a young kitten! With their soft fur and their pitiful ‘meows’, kittens can melt the heart of even the most hardened person in the world. As cute as they may be, kittens can also get into all kinds of trouble! Even though, in some circumstances, this can appear […]
Is your pet an immigrant to the United States of America? You may not think so, but, is your pet’s species native to the USA? If not, your pet could be considered an illegal immigrant if a new Bill is passed soon. On 23 April 2009, a hearing will be held for the Nonnative Wildlife […]
During the springtime, most people attempt to lose the pounds they gained during the winter for a sleeker body for the summer time. This should stand true for your pets as well, particularly dogs who have remained inside the house during most of the winter. A recent study that was done by the Association of […]
It certainly seems that the cat is out of the bag, although in this case it is the dog that is out of the proverbial bag! First Family Obama now has a First Dog: Bo, a Portuguese water dog, a gift from Senator Ted Kennedy. As everyone remembers, President Obama promised his daughters, seven year […]
Sunday, 12 April 2009 is Easter Sunday. A religious holiday that is celebrated by many pet owners the world over, by giving and sharing Easter baskets filled with chocolate bunnies and Easter eggs with their family and friends. However, before you share that basket of goodies with your pet, here are few things to consider: […]
Every responsible dog owner knows that a diet which is both healthy and well balanced is essential for their dog to enjoy a long, happy life. Nevertheless, some dogs still require supplements in their diet. How do you know if your dog is one those dogs? If your dog is, do you know what supplements […]
