The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Having a multi-pet household comes with unique challenges, especially if you have a mix of pets like cats and dogs. One of the most common challenges that can arise is pets not getting along. However, sometimes, it’s less a…
60 Boxers were removed and surrendered from a home in Merrimac, Massachusetts due to an animal hoarding situation on Tuesday, June 11. The Merrimac Police Department, through WHDH, reports that authorities were called to remove the dogs after the homeowner voluntarily surrendered them. The removal was part of a multi-jurisdictional investigation into reports of animal…
Note: This article’s statistics come from third-party sources and do not represent the opinions of this website. Cats are one of the most popular species of pets in the world, second only to dogs. They are considered good pets because they are independent and they don’t need walking, like dogs, but they can be highly…
I’m so excited to announce that we now have TWO new dog treat cookbooks just in time for summer! As you know, a few years ago I wrote The Healthy Hound Cookbook (Simon & Schuster) but I’ve been wanting to create a treats-only cookbook for a while now. Quick & Easy Dog Treats Cookbook features…
Hi, I’m Christopher! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my silly Russian Blue cat, Olga. Most kittens are wild and energetic, but they grow up fast, and some reach maturity much faster than others. Olga wasn’t incredibly affectionate as a kitten, but she liked to play and got irritated if I ignored her; even…
Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Mental health is something that is very important to me, and I’m glad that it’s becoming more acceptable to talk about it openly. Along with there being less of a stigma surrounding mental health, emotional support animals (ESAs) are becoming…
A new study finds that shelter dogs, paired with a well-matched roommate, are less stressed and are adopted more quickly than those that are alone. The new study, published in PLos ONE, talks about shelter dogs and how social isolation is a stressor for them, knowing how social they can be. In a shelter setting,…
Click Below to Skip Ahead Mixed breeds are all the rage, and the more you learn about them, the easier it is to see why. The Soft Coated Golden is a dog breed that combines the Wheaten Terrier and the Golden Retriever, and with so many great core traits to pull from, it’s no wonder why…
Click Below to Skip Ahead The Chihuahua is a feisty, pint-sized dog that hails from Mexico and has gained the reputation of being the perfect purse dog. But have you ever heard of the Hairless Chihuahua? These dogs are exactly the same as the Chihuahuas that you’re familiar with, except they don’t have any hair. Has this…
There are plenty of advent calendars out there for kids and adults. However, there are surprisingly few for cats. Given how inexpensive so many cat toys are, it is surprising that more companies do not make cat advent calendars. That said, there are still a few options for you to look at this festive season….