The history of the Boston Terrier parallels the history of the New Americans descended from European settlers. In the 1800s, the new America was trying to find its own identity not only in its place in the world, but also in its own homes. They wanted to take the best of the European dogs they […]
Now is the time for your examination of conscience. It’s really important to think very carefully, and honestly, about whether you’re in the best position to adopt a Sphynx (or, for that matter, any pet). In addition to shelter, nutritious food, and your time, your pet will require proper medical attention. This is one of […]
What if lately you’ve noticed that your pet is sleeping abnormally (more than usual), eating less, seems sad, and spends most of the time moping around the house? All of these behaviors are completely opposite of their normal behavior. You can certainly start to worry! Depression is what your furry friend may be experiencing. This […]
Chinchillas are adorable and endearing and offer many years of companionship for the owner, but can you be allergic to chinchillas? A little known information is that the chinchilla does release proteins that make a person allergic. It is an expulsion in the form of urine and saliva and they also shed their fur once […]
Keeping up with the evolving mindsets and practices of current and potential clients is often a challenge for freelancers operating in the “new economy.” Signing up a good client is not easy, with the tendency not to spend money becoming fashionable. Solo entrepreneurs can only thrive by staying one step ahead of the customer, positioned […]
A dog that destroys his toys. Do you have a toy destroyer dog? Are you spending a lot of money buying expensive dog toys and watching him turn them into small parts in just minutes? Well, let me tell you that you might think that this is a very expensive dog hobby, not to mention […]
hydatid disease It is a zoonotic infection caused by cestodes of the genus Echinococcus. Definitive hosts include dogs, wild dogs, foxes, etc. in which the adult worms are present in the intestines. More than 50,000 worms may inhabit the duodenum and upper jejunum of infected dogs and individual worms are said to disrupt the intestinal […]
Many people and families would like to have a pet. However, not all people realize the responsibilities of raising a pet. Caring for a dog, cat, bird, or fish may fall on everyone in the family. Therefore, the decision to have a pet must be agreed upon by all family members. There are many factors […]
It’s time to train your new puppy. You pull out your new puppy checklist and notice that many dog trainers recommend using a puppy playpen. But for you it’s like putting your puppy in jail. Is it cruel to use a puppy playpen when you are training your puppy? If you have a busy life, […]
Now that you are thinking of having a Beagle as a companion, you may be tempted to look at a few puppies first and pick the one with the behavior you want. But here’s a better tactic… try looking for a Beagle that enhances your personality. Find a pet that is the image of what […]