Dog lovers claim they dislike cats due to their bad reputation as mysterious and treacherous beings. They say you never know when they’re going to turn against you. In contrast, feline lovers claim these creatures are rather unique and affectionate…

Today we’d like to talk about dog parks. Particularly, how dog walks can be boring at times – not only for you but for them as well. In fact, the animal may not even be getting the amount of exercise they…

It’s happened again. You arrive home excitedly with a brand new toy to give your dog. When you saw it at the shop, you just couldn’t resist buying it. You give it to your dog, and he looks at it…

Herding training methods are used on dogs that have a special predisposition to herding. There are many easily lovable dog breeds. They have an obedient and disciplined nature to carry out many tasks, such as herding. The Border Collie is…

Needless to say, a good diet and good health go hand-in-hand, which is why it’s so important to be sure that you’re giving your dog the right food. Not doing so could have serious consequences for your pet in the…

You can find so many different pet bowls on the market these days. They can be simple, designer, or specially designed slow-feeders. The material can vary too: glass, wood, metal, plastic, clay, ceramic… But there’s one type we’re beginning to…

Is fish oil as good for dogs as it’s made out to be? What’s certain is that it can be a very beneficial food supplement for your pet. In this article, let’s look at some ways that fish oil can…

Poor nutrition can be extremely harmful to your pet’s health. Remember that the saying “you are what you eat” also applies to our pets. Every species requires a specific diet to keep it happy and healthy throughout its life, and…

Tapeworms in dogs or dipylidium caninum was first discovered and investigated in the mid-18th century. Tapeworms are a parasite which live – often undetected – in the intestines of most mammals, including humans. While they can cause a great deal of…

Canine hemangiosarcoma is a malignant tumor that develops in the cells of the vascular endothelium and which has a high mortality rate. The main concern for this disease comes from its striking frequency as it’s up to 10 times more…

Just like humans, pets’ diets must adapt to their needs and characteristics when they’re suffering from kidney disease. However, the same goes for any other illness. In today’s article, we’re going to give you some tips on how to feed…

Food poisoning is one of the most common health problems seen in vet clinics, and is usually due to an animal’s exposure to spoiled or contaminated food. Oftentimes, a dog’s natural tendency to gluttony leads them to stick their nose…

How many different cat breeds do you know? Probably a lot, right? But trust us when we tell you there are a whole lot more that you don’t know! Today, we want to tell you about the American bobtail cat.…

The Australian Shepherd breeds originated in Asturias and the Basque Country (Spain) but migrated to the land down under together with the European migrants. They truly thrived in terms of development after they got there, though … In today’s article,…

Labradors are one of the most popular breeds in the world due to their kindness and tenderness. Moreover, they get along very well with other pets. However, certain dog breeds are compatible with Labradors and will make your dog’s life…

The Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI) –  World Canine Organization in English – is responsible for determining the standards of each dog breed and classifies them into groups according to their characteristics. In this article, we’re going to discuss the group…

Horses have been a part of human history for thousands of years. In that time, they have been involved in a huge range of activities, from farm and industrial work, to wars, sport and recreation. However, there are so many…

Snakes are one of those animals you either love or hate. It’s rare to find someone who’s indifferent to them. It’s definitely not a creature people often choose to adopt as a pet and it’s for this reason that there…

Exotic animals have become quite fashionable as pets. However, ignorance in regard to the proper way to care for them often leaves the owners of these creatures with too many unanswered questions. Worry not, today we’ll tell you all about…

Getting to know some of the different breeds of horses can be a great way to help bring you closer to these fascinating animals, especially if you live in a city and aren’t used to seeing them on a regular…

Who doesn’t remember childhood visits to the zoo where they fell in love with the majesty and power of the gorilla? This animal has been a part of our lives since childhood, although it lives in remote countries. Today, we…

“Nothing is lost, nothing is created, everything is transformed,” said Lavoisier in 1774. It sort of sums up how the Buenos Aires zoo became an eco-park – a contribution in light of the increasing demands for animal rights and respect…

How would you feel if you were a shelter dog? What if you had to stay at the shelter for years watching all the other animals finding homes and families? Something of the kind happened in the case of Bear,…

Animals seem to have a sixth sense that lets them know intuitively when danger is looming. We see evidence of this every now and then when we read or hear about news of some cat that saves its owner’s life from…

Protecting consumers should be a public health priority for every nation. By taking the necessary precautions, countries can avoid the devastating consequences of a food safety crisis. What is a food safety crisis? A food safety crisis occurs when authorities…