Reasons for and against having an Australian Shepherd as a pet The Australian Shepherd is the quintessential sheepdog. He rose to fame as a sheep herder and although it probably originated in the Pyrenees mountains, it was exported to Australia and other sheep farming areas. It is known by a few other names, but most know it as the Australian […]
Living in the country has its good and bad points, its ups and downs, its recreation and its chores. The calm and peaceful days are only marked by the chirps and songs of the birds; nights are silent save for the occasional horse sneeze. The country is beautiful, breathtaking views to see, but maintaining rural property can be challenging. The […]
Promoting a book to make money doesn’t mean you can’t be human or caring. By giving back to the community, authors create positive images of themselves and put their faces and books in front of people who might not otherwise be interested in or never heard of their books. Selling yourself by helping a good cause will not only help […]
After giving your kitten an antiparasitic treatment, it is rid of the worms, but your dog now has them. If there is still a part of the treatment left, you may be tempted to give it to your child. But that works all the time. Although you may find that the ingredients of deworming treatments for dogs and cats are […]
Cats have been one of humanity’s most treasured companions throughout history. They are known as playful and affectionate pets. The exotic shorthair is a recent breed of cat that has become increasingly popular with cat owners around the world. The breed originated in the United States in the early 1950s. The breed was formally recognized during the 1960s. It is […]
The Chinese Crested was thought to have originated in Mexico and maritime trade brought them to China. This is where the main attribute of the breed was sought: the absence of body hair or fur. They were an advantage to sailors, as the lack of hair could see fleas and keep the spread of the bubonic plague at bay. Some […]
Are Chihuahuas very nervous? Yes, Chihuahuas bark, run and jump when they get excited. They also behave this way around strangers because they are nervous or because they feel territorial, depending on the dog’s temperament. Constant training is needed to help resolve this behavior over time. Should you have a male or female chihuahua? Focus more on the dog’s personality […]
The African lion is nothing but a magnificent beast; in fact, this is why he has been awarded the title of “King of Beasts” by multiple civilizations over the millennia. We will try to do the lion justice in this short article, evaluating the facts about the lion that may interest you. Some of these facts will cover what lions […]
If you are considering adding a new pet to your family, have you considered visiting your local shelter or pet adoption agency? There are many reasons why these places should be considered before making a pet “purchase.” Here are a few reasons among many. Before going to your mall’s pet store, take a minute to think about adoption. The most […]
While there has always been a need for people to care and love to respond to the needs of helpless and abandoned animals, of late economic downturns have exacerbated the problem to critical levels. Every day we see harrowing images of cats and dogs collected by county pounds. We hear heartfelt stories from people who were forced to give up […]
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