A History of Famous Pets: Pavlov’s Dogs
Photo Credit: *King of the Ants* via Compfight cc Most people are familiar with the psychologist Pavlov and his drooling dogs but who really knows the intimate history of how he figured out that he could make dogs salivate when he made a particular noise? In spite of...
Flipper’s Bid for Freedom – Concord Veterinary Hospital Vets
Photo Credit: mrkathika via Compfight cc There has always been a murky side to animal captivity, whether oriented ostensibly to education, research and conservation, such as zoos, or the less noble aspirations of commercial entertainment parks, where an array of...
Exotic animals as pets – cool or cruel?
Photo Credit: 8 Eyes Photography via Compfight cc We know that it takes a lot of responsibility to take care of an unconventional pet, and there are a lot of risks associated with it, but ownership of exotic pets is still on the rise. Owning reptiles, large cats, and...
What to consider before buying a pet rabbit for Easter
Photo Credit: paradis_00 via Compfight cc Thinking of acquiring a cute fluffy little bunny for your kids this Easter? Or maybe for yourself? Aww... doesn't the one in the above picture look cuddly!! Before you scramble off and purchase one from the nearest pet store,...
Bird Profile – Sulfur-Crested Cockatoo’s
Photo Credit: justjames92104 via Compfight cc We check out the boisterous and charming Sulphur-Crested Cockatoo for our Pet Profile this week! Exercise Cockatoos require a great deal of exercise to stay healthy and fit. It is recommended to allow your Cockatoo...
Can Dogs Tell the Time? – Concord Veterinary Hospital, Veterinarian
Photo Credit: kvdv_nl via Compfight cc Have you ever wondered if your dog can tell the time? I'm sure you'll agree that your canine friend sometimes displays an uncanny ability to tell exactly when it's food time or time to go on that daily walk. At other times...
Should Stars Be Allowed To Keep Wild Animals As Pets?
Photo Credit: orca_bc via Compfight cc Today we are living in a culture of stars, celebrities and glamour. Whether it be top athletes, famous movie stars or childhood pop icons, celebrity and fame as well as all the associated glamour that comes with it are a big part...
Taking care of pets makes you a better person
Photo Credit: Tobyotter via Compfight cc Ok we may be a tad overexaggerating since we are huge fans of pets! However, we cannot deny the evidence and research that shows people who grew up with pets turn out to be more social, responsible, healthier and empathetic...
5 Easy Ways to Make Christmas Safer for your Pets
Photo credit: Erik Drost vis Flickr (Creative Commons) Christmas can be a fun time for your pets. They get more attention than any other time of the year. They might get to meet new animal friends. If they’re lucky, they even get presents. However, pet safety is...
Why are only some animals domesticated? – CVH, Hospital for Pets
Photo Credit: ekenitr via Compfight cc Should you be allowed to keep a kangaroo in the backyard? What about a koala? Have you ever asked the question why some species of animals make great pets and others just don’t seem to adapt well to extended contact with humans?...
Lemur Beats – Beatboxing and Lemurs
Photo Credit: Micah & Erin via Compfight cc The news often ends with a feel-good story that tries to ameliorate and soften the blow of the manifold crises it reports on, and one of the most effective ways to do this is by reporting on the odd things that animals...
How to prep your pet for in cabin airplane travel
Photo Credit: Pieter v Marion via Compfight cc You are going away for a long weekend break but you can't bear to leave your beloved pet behind. So... you have decided to take him/her on the plane with you! We all wish airplanes had cabins inbuilt to transport your...