Pet Profile: Pugs, part 2
Photo Credit: Bret Arnett via Compfight cc For our pet profile this week, we are looking at the lovable pug. Pugs are one of the oldest breeds of dogs and are even-tempered, outgoing, affectionate and very intelligent. The second part of this article looks at exercise...
Frosty the frozen kitten has melted our hearts
Photo Credit: dcysurfer / Dave Young via Compfight cc Last month there was a story in the Daily Mail about a kitten that was found frozen in the middle of the road one wintry morning in Ohio. Instead of meeting a cold harsh death, this lovable cat (suitably named...
Keeping Exotic Birds Safely in Australia
Photo Credit: cleareyes007 via Compfight cc Aviculture is a popular hobby for many Australians. While canaries, pheasants, lorikeets, society finches, lovebirds, cockatiels, and parakeets are common and beautiful pet birds to keep, exotic birds are also gaining...
Taking Care of Your Exotic Fish
Photo Credit: hlseffigy via Compfight cc Exotic fish are brilliantly colored, fantastic creatures that brighten up the home and bring joy to the household constantly. Exotic fish are usually freshwater marine animals that have been extracted from their natural habitat...
A History of Famous Pets: Skippy the Bush Kangaroo
(This isn't actually Skippy) Photo Credit: yewenyi via Compfight cc Remember that famous kangaroo Skippy? Well, there were actually 15 of them. Either John McCallum the creator of Skippy was all about having an egalitarian set where all the animals were the star or...
Dog Vet Beloved Dog Reunited with Owner after 800km Trek
Photo Credit: Mierenneuker via Compfight cc A boisterous canine just went on the adventure of his life where he romped across the scenic landscapes of South America for 800km. The story all began in Uruguay where the dog, Jefferson, had started following a group who...
Panda Dogs is the latest craze for dog owners in China
Photo Credit: Euii_Brain via Compfight cc So another fad that is sweeping China's middle class at the moment is possessing a pet dog that looks like a panda! We all know that pandas are exceptionally cute and adoring animals... no wonder dog owners want to make their...
A History of Famous Animals – Black Caviar
Photo Credit: Daniel Molina via Compfight cc Few of us can expect to be as pampered, revered and remembered in retirement as Black Caviar, the illustrious thoroughbred that gripped the hearts and bulging pockets of punters world wide in her undefeated racing career...
Raising a Guide Dog
Dog is man’s best friend as the old saying goes, and perhaps nothing demonstrates this more than a dignified Labrador assisting the blind through the mayhem of a bustling inner city. Well, I suppose there are Avalanche Dogs, who frequently surpass human courage in...
How do I calm my pets during a thunderstorm or fireworks?
Photo Credit: ttarasiuk via Compfight cc Ever notice your pets ducking for cover or cowering from loud noises such as major thunderstorms? Maybe they are finding solace in each other (just as in the picture above)? Wondering how to best handle the situation? We have a...
Quirky and Strange Dog Habits
Photo Credit: mountainprophet via Compfight cc Dogs are notorious for doing some strange things which seem to make no sense on first glance. You've probably noticed your dog do at least a couple of cliches. Why do they chase their own tails? Why do they bury things?...
Cat Cafes Take Off in Japan
Photo Credit: 謝一麟 Chiā,It-lîn via Compfight cc Cat cafes are becoming more and more popular in Japan, and are appearing everywhere across the country. Cat cafes, like their name suggests, are establishments where people can sip coffee while playing with and...