Why does the shedding of hair occur and how long does it last? Tips to make it more bearable
Autumn is approaching, a time of temperature and time changes that also affect pets in a very particular way. In dogs, for example, one of the effects of the change of season is the so-called shedding of hair, a completely natural process that also occurs in spring. These two changes...
Your dog loves you and would do anything to save you, or so the science says
The dog is man’s best friend. It has always been said, and now a new study published in PLOS ONE confirms the truism that your dog will do everything possible to rescue you if you are in danger. But there’s a twist, as researchers have shown: your dog has to...
3 reasons why your kid would love a pet gerbil
Probably the best thing about gerbils is that they are small rodents that are somewhat similar to mice, but they’re cute and also very easy to care for. We all know that most children’s pets end up being taken care of by parents, which is regrettable. However, because this type...
If your kid’s in love with gerbils, here’s what you should know
If you’ve been trying to figure out what a good pet for your child or children might be, perhaps you should consider getting a gerbil. Gerbils are cute, easy to care for, and they are a bit more cuddly compared to other types of pets, particularly reptiles. There are many...
Is any type of pet worth insuring?
If you’re like most homeowners, your pet is more than just something to cuddle – it’s an equally important family member as anybody else, and just like everybody else living under your roof, you want your pet to remain healthy and happy and to enjoy life to its maximum potential....
Badly Behaved Dog? Here’s How to Change Things
Much like people, dogs sometimes misbehave. Sometimes that behaviour can become a habit. Without some intervention and correction, a badly-behaved dog can become an annoyance at best, and a liability to its owner at worse. It is important that you figure out why your dog expresses these behaviours, and what...
Do dogs of all ages respond equally to dog-directed speech?
People tend to talk to dogs as though they are human babies. A new study in Proceedings of the Royal Society B shows that people speak more slowly and with a higher tone to dogs of all ages–both adults and puppies–and that puppies respond most readily to this dog-directed speech....
How your dog senses the world differently from you
Do dogs sense things differently than humans do? Well, yes and no. Dogs share the same basic senses with us: they see, hear, touch, smell and taste. But the level of their senses is different – an important distinction when you’re trying to figure out just what your dog is...
Tips For Feeding A Happy, Healthy Dog
Do you really know all there is to know about your canine companion’s nutritional needs? Many pet owners think they’re doing what’s best for their dogs when it comes to food, but in reality they rely on pure instinct more than science. Nutrition isn’t a guessing game, even when it...
5 Tips For Choosing the Best Vet For Your Dog
If you haven’t already found one, or worked with one in the past, you need to find a vet. Pick one you feel comfortable with, and who answers your questions in full, completely and gives you answers you can understand. You don’t need a vet who talks down to you,...
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