How Much is that Doggy in the Picture Frame?
Throughout history, artists have depicted canines in their works. Few things inspire us like our pets and since their domestication many thousands of years ago, dogs have been a steady source of inspiration for artists. Dogs have long been depicted to symbolize guidance, protection, loyalty, fidelity, faithfulness, watchfulness and love.[1] Some of the first cultural […]
Dealing with Excessive Meowing
Find out why your cat is trying so hard to get your attention—and learn how you can help discourage excessive feline chatter. Cats possess a wide range of vocalizations, from contented purrs to angry growls. Some of the sounds are decidedly endearing, such as the sweet little chirp your cat might make when you stroke […]
Tantalizing Pet Products
AnimaTwists are a new kind of dog toy that lets you mix and match components to make ideal playthings—kibble ball, chew-filled toy, rope/treat toy or rope/treat/chew-filled toy—for your canine companion. The Classic Set includes a Chew Decker, a Rope Kibbler (which includes a bottom cap to create a kibble ball) and one AnimaChew. All of […]
What It Takes to Become a Successful Dog Trainer
Learn How to Succeed as a Dog Trainer “Should I become a dog trainer?” is a common question pet owners ask themselves—and why wouldn’t it be? As a pet owner, you love your dog, you love being with dogs, and you may have even successfully taught your dog to behave without reading any books. You […]
Therapy Dogs and Cats
Trained pets can provide various kinds of therapy to people in need. Therapy dogs should not be confused with the more highly trained psychiatric service dogs. As the name suggests, therapy dogs are most often used to provide a therapeutic experience for those suffering from both physical and emotional problems. Animal lovers have long known […]
Food for Finicky Felines
You can choose from a buffet of dry, wet, frozen and freeze-dried varieties for your cat. A stroll down the cat food aisle at the local pet or grocery store can boggle the mind. Dozens of options line the shelves, from dry kibble to canned products, with frozen and freeze-dried varieties also available to cat […]
Buyers Guide: Dog Toys for All!
Some enticing new playthings for your favorite canines. It’s important for dogs to have access to a well-stocked toy box filled with interesting items that will keep them mentally and physically engaged. Dog toys are typically divided into three main categories: action, distraction and comfort. Action toys keep dogs engaged in on-going play either with […]
