Dog lovers are well aware of the benefits that come from having a dog in their lives. Whether that dog is a tiny Chihuahua or an enormous Saint Bernard, we all have our favorites. Just because we get older doesn't mean we appreciate having dogs as companions any less. Studies have even shown that having a dog as a pet can improve the health and wellbeing of seniors. Many nursing homes welcome animal visitors, pet therapists and some allow...more
Hummingbirds are interesting to watch and to attract to your backyard. Many people enjoy these birds but don't know much about them. Here you will find some details that will help you become more knowledgeable about this species of bird.Hummingbirds are birds that come from the family of Trochillidae. They are considered to be one of the smallest species of birds in the world. They can suspend themselves in air by flapping their wings about...more
Aquarium tanks can be used for keeping snakes under 6 feet requiring a swimming pool or humidity. A screen top for ventilation for arid or desert snakes and a partially covered screen top raise the humidity for rainforest snakes. Viewing is unrestricted and the tank can be easily cleaned. It will not get scratched and temperatures are easy to maintain.When keeping any snake as a pet, you generally want to be able to view the snake from the outside of its enclosure, in the most natural surroundings you can offer. This will be more aesthetically pleasing and also aid in the general condition of the snake. If the snake likes its surroundings, it will have a better feeding response and generally grow quicker.When keeping any snake as a pet, you generally want to be able to view the snake from the outside of its enclosure, in the most natural surroundings you can offer. This will be more aesthetically pleasing and also aid in the general condition of the snake. If the snake likes its surroundings, it will have a better feeding response and generally grow quicker.However, look at the consistency of your findings and excessively dirty surroundings. Overcrowding in tanks should be avoided,...more
Some people may question why anyone would want to buy a purebred dog when there are some great dogs available inexpensively at animal shelters. Is there such a thing as spending too much money on a dog? The answer to that question will depend on who you ask, why you want a dog, what you intend to do with your dog, and, to some extent, how much...more
Dog parks are gaining in popularity all the time. What started out as an off-beat idea in the northwest is now a popular idea all over the country, with California and Florida leading the way with the most dog parks. But, is a dog park right for you and your dog?Dog owners actually give mixed reviews to dog parks. Some dogs love them and adapt...more
Dogs are often said to be man's best friend, and they certainly are, but there are some dogs out there who go above and beyond the call of that loving bond. From police service to personal guides to herding sheep or cattle, service dogs offer a lot to their trainers and masters.In addition to working for us, there are some particularly trained dogs out there who work with us. Assistance dogs are there to aid those who have some sort of limitation and may not be able to get around without the help of a well trained four-legged friend. Those who are disabled and having an assistance dog will be more than willing to tell you how essential their animal is to their everyday life.A short list of the different ways assistance dogs can aid the disabled is as follows:Guide or 'Seeing Eye' Dogs:If you were to ask someone about assistance dogs, this would be the first one that comes to mind. These dogs are specially trained to help those who are visually impaired function more easily and safely in the everyday world. These dogs help their masters find their way around, get up stairs and cross streets. An indispensable tool to those who need them, they keep their masters safe in situations...more
The role of dogs in our lives has changed a great deal in the last 100 years. There was a time in the United States and many other countries when dogs were not allowed in the house. In your great-grandmother's day most dogs were outside dogs. They...more
If you have a dog then you probably find yourself saying that phrase once in a while. Dogs tend to have some strange, gross, annoying habits, no matter how much we may love them. Perhaps they think the same thing about us, but let's look at some of...more
If you're considering getting a new puppy there are a lot of options. One of them is buying from a "puppy mill." A puppy mill is usually considered to be a substandard breeding facility that produces large numbers of puppies annually. They may...more
Owning a pet is the greatest thing in the world because you have something that will listen to you and wont pass judgment and your pet can be your best friend in the whole world so you dont want to see anything happen to your pet. Dogs have been...more
If you are a dog lover or you own a dog, then you want to know all of the signs that your dog is not healthy. If your dog is not feeling good, then you want to know the signs and symptoms that your dog is experiencing so you can help your dog get...more
How many times has your child asked you for a pet? You want to make them happy but there are many factors that you have to consider. Is your child actually able and willing to take care of them. I know, we've all heard it before and probably said...more