When it comes to getting a new furry friend to be it a dog, cat or other, logic tends to fly out the window at the sight of those beautiful soulful eyes that all pets seem to have. Humans seem to be hotwired to fall in love with small, appealing, furry animals. But before you invest your money, put on your practical hat and do the research first – before you start looking at pets. ...
Scales, claws and paws – Pets that are unique!
Why we love animals? Animals have long been our companions and our beloved confidant who we can be sure will never give our secrets away and who will remain loyal to us regardless of what we do. From protecting us to comforting us, they serve a vital role in our world. While cats and dogs make up most of the species whom we choose to share our world with, there are many other unusual buddies ...
‘What the Fluff’ Challenge
Pet owners across the world have been pranking their pets with a viral challenge called ‘What the Fluff’. The rules are simple: All you need is your dog or cat, and a blanket. As your pet looks on, hold a blankie in front of it and then quickly run away as the blanket drops and then FLUFF! From the unsuspecting pets’ point of view, it looks as if their owner disappeared leaving it confused as ...
Flea Season
It’s that time of year once again, where those pesky annoying fleas invade your pet and in turn your home. Fleas are not only detrimental to your pets skin and well being, they are also a nuisance to get rid of once they are in your house. Plus, fleas are not opposed to biting the ankles of you and your loved ones. Be prepared this flea season with some of our helpful hints and tips. ...
Pit Bulls ~ The World’s Most Misunderstood Breed
If you say the name “Pit Bull” to someone they will most likely conjure up an image of a blood-thirsty dog lunging at the throat of its victim. Indeed, the pit bull has taken a bad rap over the years. Illegal dog fighting rings most often use this type of competitor to make money with, as well as the breed being showcased as a statement of manly toughness. However, today’s pit bulls are not killers. ...
What is Your Cat Trying to Say? Cat Behavior Uncovered
If you have ever lived with, or even just met a cat, then you already know that these furry pals may be hard to read. Unlike dogs, cat don’t wear their every emotion on their sleeves; however, they do wear them on their face and tail; you just have to know how to interpret it. Read on to discover what your cat is trying to say, it may just save you from getting an annoyed ...
The Scoop on Litter Training Your Cat
Cats are clean animals by nature, so this is good news if you are thinking about getting a cat as a companion. A cat will not only bathe themselves, but they seem to have a natural ability and understanding of how the litter box works. However, there are times (and cats) that just don’t seem to get the whole concept of using an indoor bathroom facility. For those of you who have one of these ...
Feline Meet Canine – Building Friendships
It is a myth that cats and dogs cannot cohabitate in the same household, or even, in fact, become friends. However this is going to take a lot of patience and understanding, along with time and training on both the cat and the dog’s part. To make the transition of introducing a new dog to your cat, we have put together some helpful tips to make the process go as smoothly as possible. Play, Prey ...
Stop Yanking My Chain! Teaching Your Dog NOT to Pull on a Leash
It’s what we fall in love with – the exuberance and happy-go-lucky attitude of man’s best friend – that is until our canine companion turns into an arm-yanking, pulling-machine, then this well-meaning enthusiasm can become annoying (and painful). So what can you do to curb this behaviour? Read on to discover some valuable tips on teaching your dog manners on the leash. Getting Started Before you can start to train your dog not to pull, ...
The Dog, the Myth, the Legend
10 Common Myths About Dogs Debunked 1. When a dog wags its tail, it’s happy! A dog’s tail is an important tool for communication, but wagging it doesn’t always mean they are happy. Apparently there’s a lot of science behind tail wagging and dogs are better at deciphering the code than we are. Yes, it can signal that the dog is happy, but it can also mean that it is agitated or annoyed. For a ...