Elsa Smith
Across eons, and even today, cultures around the world revere cats. Perhaps, though, none is more notable than the love of cats shown by ancient Egyptians.Humankind’s relationship with cats has varied roots. Farmers kept cats around to eliminate rodents and pests intent upon a meal of grain. ...
People with disabilities can choose to have a service dog to enable them to participate in everyday activities. For example, the dog can pick up things, assist in walking, or alert a person about oncoming danger from behind. These service animals, also known as therapy dogs, are trained to perform ...
Getting a puppy or an older dog is a great responsibility, especially when it comes to training them. Most people quickly give up on their training process because they are not well-equipped with the right information. Luckily, you can now easily find amazing dog training apps on your Android ...
Jon Baily The Cambridge Pet Crematorium
At this age and level of development, children do not understand that death is permanent. When a child is told of the death it is common for them to ask, “When will nanny be coming back?” or “why can’t I visit Sheba in heaven?” You should answer these questions honestly and consistently. ...
Chloe Bennet
What does your pet need to survive? “Beginning the instructions with a long-winded explanation of their favourite chew toy is not a good start. First things first, what do they eat and drink and where can that be found? Everything beyond that is secondary in terms of importance”, writes Harriet ...
Scams take a variety of forms, targeting lost dog owners to prospective dog owners. Once you do have a dog, you also want to make sure that you are making the best decisions at home when it comes to your dog’s safety and health. Avoid scam-like situations like not knowing the toxins that can be in ...
A curious pet will explore every inch of your home and find anything you’ve forgotten about or left lying around. This could be relatively harmless if they come across a pair of old socks, but it could also be significantly more dangerous if you miss some cleaning or art supplies that could be ...
Drop off your pup at a doggy daycare. These places will usually give you the option of pet care for half a day or a full workday, depending on your preference. If you’re particularly worried about leaving your dog alone all day, you should consider dropping them off at doggy daycare for the entire ...
For those that are bringing in a new pet to the family, you want to make sure that they’re as happy and healthy as possible, but you also need to make sure they’re not scratching at the doors and peeing everywhere. One of the best ways to start training your dog is by introducing them to a ...
Your vet may prescribe your dog some pain medicine or antibiotics for after the surgery. This is common practice and will help keep your pet comfortable and healing properly. Still, prescription medications should always be taken according to doctor recommendations. Be sure to talk in-depth with ...
Giving dogs table food, however, can be super unhealthy and can cause aggression and barking, especially if you have multiple dogs vying for the same scraps. Even healthy treats like carrots should be discouraged in a party setting. To be safe, it may be best to strongly suggest to your guests to ...
Being a pet parent can be one of the most rewarding experiences in the world, but it also comes with lots of responsibility. Not only do you need to make sure your pet’s basic needs are met, you also want to make sure they’re as comfortable as possible. While you’re probably more than happy to ...
Travelling isn’t always the easiest activity, even when you’re excited to visit a new location. It can become even more difficult when you add your pup to the mix. That’s not to say that flights with your dog have to be stressful and exhausting, however, as they can actually be easy and ...
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