Topical Flea Treatment For Pets

Topical Flea Treatment For Pets

Fleas and ticks are not just a nuisance, but they may also be dangerous to your pet’s health if they are not treated properly. Failure to treat your pet for fleas and ticks, whether through topical application or oral administration, can result in a variety of health problems, including everything from flea … Read more

New Dog Owner? 4 Things To Consider When Buying Dog Food

New Dog Owner 4 Things To Consider When Buying Dog Food

Are you in the process of getting a dog? Is it the first dog you have ever owned? If so, you are more than likely excited and nervous about what lies ahead. Introducing a dog into your life requires several changes to your lifestyle to accommodate the new addition. Decisions have to … Read more

4 Most Common Animals Targeted for Poaching

4 Most Common Animals Targeted for Poaching

One of the most important factors to natural ecosystems is biodiversity. Nature is a strange and mysterious thing, and it’s not uncommon to see certain instances or times of imbalance, however, nature always has a way of getting things back on track. When it comes to thriving ecosystems, biodiversity is one of … Read more

The Matagi Dog – One of Japan’s Purebreds

Japanese Akita Inu Dog Winter Portrait

The Akita is one of seven Japanese dog breeds designated as natural monuments, but it was not always recognized by this name. The Akita dog breed is thought to be descended from the now extinct and ancient Matagi Inu dogs used by the Matagi and other northern Japanese natives to hunt Sitka … Read more

Dog Proofing Your Furniture

a Jack Russell destroying a pillow on a sofa

When you invest money in a piece of accent furniture, you will want to take care of it. It is critical to protect it over time to get the most out of your investment. However, If you have dogs in your home, you’ll need to learn how to dog-proof the furniture. While … Read more

Characteristics of a Pointer Dog

two pointers in a landscape, 1805

When thinking of hunting dogs, the pointer is probably the first one that comes to mind. Because of the visual cues they convey when spotting downed prey, these pups are frequently used in cartoons to portray hunting dogs. If you’re unfamiliar with the term “pointing,” it refers to a dog breed that … Read more

Dressing Dogs – Should Puppies Be Dressed to Look Like Humans?

a French bulldog dressed as Little Red Ridinghood

If we didn’t know better, we’d think humans couldn’t tell people from objects or Paris Hilton from pets: chihuahuas in sweaters, hurricanes with names, puppies in dresses, and a “sick” economy. Humans are fully aware of what constitutes a person, biologically speaking. But, psychologically, we’re all muddled. People attribute human characteristics to … Read more

Does a Dog’s Size Determine It’s Life Expectancy?

an adult brown Gordon Setter and a Pug relaxing together

Larger animals live longer lives than smaller ones (most, if not all, of the time). Consider this: humans live much longer than cats, live longer than rats, and live longer than flies. But why isn’t this true for animals inside of their species? A person weighing 150 pounds will almost certainly live … Read more

Hispanic Dog Breeds You May Not Know

a Wirehaired ibizan hound in a field of flowers

Once home to the fearsome Inquisition and Spanish Armada, Spain is now better known as a leading Western European travel destination. Tourists come to Spain year-round to enjoy the wonderful culture, with hotspots like Ibiza and Barcelona. However, Spain isn’t all about delicious tapas and rooftop parties. The country has several dog … Read more