A few decades ago being deaf was a terrible problem. These days it still is of course, but, over the years, deaf people have become more active in their community and can lead a nearly “normal” life. That’s what friends…

Pet therapy is now very common and several different animals are increasingly being used for that purpose. For this reason, today we’d like to tell you about a new project called “Growing Together,” which trains dogs to assist abused children.…

Unless they’re in bad shape, dogs love to go for walks. And, if that walk includes some open green space where he can run around, even better. This is especially true if you live in an apartment. In this article…

A dog walk is always enjoyable as it gives you both a chance to bond in places outside your home. On this note, you can plan days of physical activity and take advantage of them. This brings many health benefits…

It’s essential that animals obtain all the vitamins they need from their meals. However, this often isn’t the case and so the veterinarian might prescribe a particular supplement for your dog. Dog food is full of essential nutrients, and so…

We’re going to devote this article to talking about the problems that obesity can cause in dogs, and how to keep it in check. But, how can we define canine obesity? Obesity is an excess of weight, caused by a…

If you’ve ever seen a dog throw up, you’ve probably realized that dogs don’t digest their food the same way we do. So, how do dogs digest food? And, what are the foods that are most difficult for them to…

If your dog’s well fed, they’ll feel healthier, stronger and happier. It’s as simple as that. But too many times we don’t know what nutrients must be present in our dog’s diet and how to properly take care of our…

As pets become more and more a part of our families, we like to include them in more and more of our activities. For example, taking them shopping, taking them to the hairdresser’s, going on cruises and now, there are…

The amazing world of insects still holds many secrets that we’re yet to discover. It’s common knowledge that some of its members tend to be disease vectors in humans and other animals. On this note, today we’re going to talk…

We all know cats are very independent. But that can make it hard to tell if yours might be deaf, because it probably never listens when you try to get its attention. That might have you wondering if your cat…

If you find yourself in a situation where your dog has a seizure, the first thing you need to do is to stay calm. Firstly, lie your dog on the floor and try to prevent his tongue from falling out.…

Changes in temperature are often dangerous for a cat’s health. You should keep this in mind and take action during extreme weather conditions, be it too hot or too cold. How changes in temperature affect your cat A cat’s optimal…

Major, a Great Dane who’s just over 4 feet tall, is waiting to be officially declared the tallest dog in the world according to Guinness Records. The truth is, on an individual level, this breed of warmhearted giants seems to…

If you’d love your female dog to have puppies you’ve probably wondered when exactly is the best time for her to mate. This is the article for you! We’re going to talk about when female dogs are most fertile, and how…

Dogs often bite nearly anything they find in their way. Especially when they’re young. Unfortunately for us, they attack our furniture even more when we’re not looking or when they’re left home alone. In this article, we’ll give you some…

In 1969, Rod Wells, a fossil-searching fanatic, entered Victoria Cave in southern Australia. He could never have imagined that deep inside lay fossils of some of the largest animals to roam the earth. Welcome to the megafauna of Australia. This…

When it comes to buying toys for your dog you might worry about whether they’re too soft, too big, or too small, etc. But the truth is that there’s no point in worrying about all of this if you’re not…

Have you ever heard of the calico cat? The name calico comes from the multi-colored shell of the sea turtles of the same name. People tend to consider these cats unique because of their distinct markings. Owners of a calico…

As you may have seen or heard in the media, the 2016 Nobel Prize in Literature went to Bob Dylan. In addition to being a composer and human rights activist, the singer also loves animals. Bob Dylan, a surprising Nobel…

Only those who’ve lost a dog know what it means to walk around looking desperately, going from door to door, placing posters (or sharing their photo on social media). A good solution would be using a microchip for dogs to…

The American pygmy kingfisher is the miniature version of the common kingfisher. They share many characteristics, but their main difference is the size. Physical characteristics of the American pygmy kingfisher The American pygmy kingfisher is a rather colorful bird who…

People say love is what makes the world go round. Maybe that was true a long time ago, but nowadays money is what really makes the world go round. Some people even say that money can buy you everything you…

New technology offered by the Russian company Foundation for Future Research Vitali Davidov will make it possible for dogs to breathe underwater. This invention would make liquid breathing possible. The animals’ lungs would fill with a special liquid that’s rich…