Author: Thomas RobersonMarine or water turtles have survived for such as long time already, which is why these creatures are often employed as pets. Actually, turtles had been particularly available among pet raisers or breeders and are widely available in pet stores. A water turtle pet can be classified as common or uncommon and are either marine or semi-marine turtles. This would mean that you can easily raise and have this animal as a pet.The...more
I's not sure why they call it whisperer. It's probably because the technique involves whispering or talking very softly to animals.I've been doing it all my life. I've always had a way with animals, namely dogs, cats, horses, camels, cattle, ferrets, rats, mice and various birds. It's always seemed natural to me to communicate with animals. I believe they like being talked to and have always thought of them as beings in their own right.I've...more
Thinking of getting a dog? Great choice! But there are some things you need to know before you go out and get a dog.Here are the top five most important things you should know before you get a dog:1. Dogs cost money. No, not just when you get one. Dogs cost money AFTER you get them. They need a never-ending supply of dog food. They need vaccinations, heartworm preventive and trips to the vet. They need toys and bedding. Your dog is going to dip into your wallet every single week. In hard economic times some people have had to give up their dogs. If this isn't a good time for you financially then you should postpone getting a dog until it's a better time.2. Dogs take time. When you bring a dog home, whether you're getting a puppy or an adult dog, you're going to have to spend time on things like housetraining, teaching your dog the rules of the house, working on any behavior issues (such as jumping on people, digging, barking), trips to the vet, and all of the playtime that your new dog is going to want. Whether you're getting a pup or a rescue dog you can count on spending some time trying to socialize your dog. All of these things take TIME. You can't bring a dog...more
Showing dogs can be a wonderful and fun activity, whether you are very competitive or just looking for something for your family to enjoy. People getting their first showdog have lots of questions. One of the first things people want to know is whether or not they can handle their own dog in the ring or whether they need to hire a professional...more
Have you ever seen a dog stare fixedly at a shadow on the wall? Or go nuts trying to chase the light moving from someone's watch crystal? Maybe your dog chases shadows on the floor or the walls. If she only does this occasionally then you probably find it amusing and have a good laugh about it. But if your dog does this all the time, in an...more
There are many parallels that can be drawn between human aging and dog aging. In fact, you can almost depend on certain things happening to either set as the end of life draws near. Despite those similarities, dogs and humans have drastically different life expectancies.In fact, life expectancy between kinds of dogs is different as well. Smaller dogs are actually expected to live a few years longer than medium sized dogs. Likewise, medium sized dogs are expected to live longer than larger dogs.If you aren't sure which category your breed of dog falls under you can use a breed calculator. These offer fairly accurate results that can give you something to prepare for as the end of life for your dog draws near. These results are based on the breed and size of your dog.When you compare dog years to human years, most people believe it is standard to have 7 dog years per 1 human year. While this works as a generalization it often doesn't have any basis in reality. Different breeds age differently. Even so, there are many similarities that are the same in human aging as they are in dog aging. As dogs and humans get older they will develop stronger muscular features and will...more
All mammals have a pancreas. It plays an important role in metabolizing sugar in the body by producing insulin and it produces pancreatic enzymes to help the body digest nutrients. In cases of acute pancreatitis the pancreas becomes inflamed. It...more
People have been wondering if dogs have emotions for thousands of years. Philosophers have debated the subject, lining up on different sides. Most of us who have dogs agree that dogs have feelings.Aristotle believed that animals were without reason...more
There are literally thousands of different vitamin products for dogs sold in the U.S. each year, each of them claiming to be something that can make your dog healthier. On the other hand, dog foods are sold as "complete and balanced," and...more
There was a time when people knew more about animals than they do today. They were familiar with all kinds of animal body language, whether it was horses, cows or pigs. When a goat lowered his head they knew the goat was about to butt someone --...more
It maybe seem like a strange idea to you but having a doggy party can be a lot of fun. Why would you want to have a doggy party? There are lots of reasons! You can have a doggy party for some of the same reasons that you have people parties: ...more
It's the eternal question: Can cats and dogs live together without driving each other crazy? Or without tearing each other apart? The answer is...a qualified yes.Tel Aviv University in Israel recently conducted a study to determine whether cats...more