The unique Airedale Terrier is a breed that marries good looks with an adventurous spirit. But before you jump onto the Airedale bandwagon, you’re probably wondering about the price tag. You can generally expect to pay between $50-$500 if you adopt an Airedale Terrier, or $800-$2,000 if you buy one from a reputable breeder. To…
If you’ve researched getting a new pet, you’ve probably heard the phrase “owning a pet is a big responsibility.” But what exactly does that mean? Each year, Responsible Pet Owners Month takes place during February, and it helps educate and inform all pet owners about caring for their pets and being considerate of their community….
World Animal Day is an event held on October 4th of each year and is geared toward having a positive influence on changing how we treat our animals. All animals of the world deserve respect, so spreading awareness of this event is of utmost importance. During this international event, there are ways you can participate…
Click Below to Skip Ahead If you have a kitty, you might benefit greatly from knowing that on August 22nd, it is National Take Your Cat to the Vet Day! So, if you still need to schedule your cat’s annual checkup, it’s a great opportunity to do so. This national holiday celebrates vet care that…
Vet Nurse Day occurs on the second Friday in October. So, what exactly is it? It celebrates veterinary nurses’ work and their critical roles in veterinary care. Celebrations will also run in different months depending on where you are in the world, so let’s take a closer look at Vet Nurse Day and how you…
Click Below to Skip Ahead Chihuahuas are the tiniest dog breed on the planet, and on International Chihuahua Appreciation Day, the world celebrates them. Chihuahuas have been celebrated every year on May 14th since 2010, thanks to former Miss British Columbia, Nadia Alterio. She announced that this day would be celebrated along with her Chihuahua’s…
The Hatchetfish is an interesting species if just for its unique body shape. Its form comes into play with its behavior and habitat usage. It’s a popular aquarium fish because of these traits, its ease of care, and affordability. Its color is another factor. A school of these silver, almost iridescent, fish is a sight…
By Kari PaulCourtesy Oakland Animal ServicesOctober is a month of dwindling sunlight, changing leaves, and fun fall traditions. It is also Adopt a Shelter Dog Month: an event that could not be coming at a better time for Oakland, California, where city shelters are facing a nearly unprecedented crisis, running out of space and resources…
The name “Glass Catfish” refers to species of transparent freshwater fish in the Kryptopterus genus. They go by other names such as Phantom or Ghost catfish depending on the species. Glass Catfish are easily recognized by their transparent bodies that often show their skeleton and internal organs. Although Glass Catfish lack color, many fishkeepers are…
The Whippet is a playful and affectionate companion with a calm demeanor. They were originally bred for dog racing and rabbit hunting, but today, many of them are kept as family pets. Whippets are widely considered to be great family pets due to their temperament and willingness to get along with younger children. If you…