12 BEST DOG BREEDS FOR NEWBIE DOG OWNERS
There are few things more wonderful than sharing your home with a dog. The love, affection, and energy that they share is just priceless. But owning a dog is not just a pleasure; it is also a responsibility. You are responsible for the health and happiness of the dog and also for ensuring that they are not a nuisance, or worse, for the people around them. If you were lucky enough to grow up with dogs, you might hav
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The Most Beautiful Dog Breeds in the World: The Definitive List
If you ask me, every dog breed in the world is beautiful. This includes matted Great Pyrenees, whose never slept indoors; waddling basset hounds with ground-scraping ears; and bulldogs who look like they tried to push a tractor with their face. I even think pugs, bull terriers, and Chinese cresteds are cute. But a handful of breeds are widely considered to be more beautiful than most others. Obviously, beauty
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Is a Shaved Dog More Comfortable? Not Always-And Here’s Why
Our grooming expert says pet dogs don’t ‘need’ shaving, so here’s what you should do instead to keep your pupper spiffy, regardless of temperature. It's totally natural to think a shaved dog will remain calm, cool, and collected when the temperature rises. After all, they have all that fur (well, except for the Mexican hairless dog!) which has to be uncomfortable. While all dogs need regular
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Letting your cat/kitten outside for the first time
Before allowing your new kitten or cat outside, ensure it has a means of identification, either a securely fitted collar with a tag (showing your telephone number) or, ideally, a microchip identification implanted under the skin on the scruff of the neck. Letting Your Kitten Out For The First Time Prior to any trips outside it is worth considering how you intend to give your cat or kitten access outdoors in the
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Common Cat Diseases
As a cat parent, it is important to recognize the signs and symptoms of common illnesses so you can seek veterinary help for your feline friend in a timely manner if necessary. Read on for information about diseases and other medical inflictions that frequently impact cats. Upper Respiratory Infections A cat’s upper respiratory tract—the nose, throat and sinus area—is susceptible to infections caused by a var
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Top Dog Shows in the United States
Whether you're a dog lover who likes to watch dog shows or would like to enter your dog in a show, there are three national dog shows in the United States each year: the American Kennel Club/Eukanuba National Championship, the Westminster Kennel Club Annual Dog Show and The National Dog Show. Each of these shows is a conformation show where dogs are judged by how closely they conform to the breed standard. W
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What Do You Need For Your New Kitten or Cat?
Who doesn’t love kittens? They are tiny, fluffy, and adorable. Kittens are hilarious when they jump around and heartwarmingly sweet when they snuggle in for a nap. If you are planning to add a new kitten to your household, you are probably very excited and eager to watch your new little one play, discover, and grow as she becomes a full-grown cat. Before you bring her home, however, you should make sure you have ev
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Top 20 Cutest Cat Breeds
Did you know that cats can sleep for 20 hours or 70% of their lives? Or the fact that cats “may express great affection toward humans or other animals”? Cats can live alongside dogs, if socialized correctly. They can also control pest in your home by doing away with the likes of rodents. But now, without further ado, let’s move on to the list of Top 20 Cutest Cat Breeds which I have made for all you ailurop
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Do Cats Like To Be Hugged? Debunking The Biggest Myths About Our Feline Friends.
It would be unfair to give a blanket statement and say that all cats either do or do not like being hugged because, in reality, it comes down to the individual cat. There are several breeds, such as Ragdolls and Burmese cats, that are known for being very affectionate with their humans. These breeds are generally comfortable being held for extended lengths of time and won’t try to escape if you give them a little h
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7 Signs You Have A Happy Cat In Your Household
We know that as a pet parent, you care deeply about making sure that your pet is living its happiest life. Cats may not make their feelings apparent in the same way that their canine counterparts do, but that doesn’t mean that they don’t let us know how they’re feeling. Take a look at these seven behaviors that cats display when they are happy and see if you can recognize any of them in your own feline! They H
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