Pets
Hip Dysplasia in Dogs
A fairly common degenerative disease in dogs, canine hip dysplasia, is often misunderstood. Many mistakenly think that the ailment is a form of arthritis, but that is simply not the case. Often, dogs that suffer from hip dysplasia will develop arthritis, but this condition is a result of hip dysplasia and not the disease itself.
Bear Bile Farming: Why It’s Unnecessary Today
Bear bile farming is a very disturbing, yet a common practice, in some places. It causes extreme pain to the bears. During the process, it can be observed that bears gnash their teeth, bite their cages, moan, and even chew their own paws because of the pain.
Does Your Pet Call You By Name?
Do you know what an African Grey Parrot is? African Grey Parrots are becoming one of the all time favorites of bird lovers. These strikingly beautiful birds, that can out talk any four year old child, have charmed their way into many a household across the globe.
Why You Need Insurance For Your Pet
Most pet owners in America have not arranged for pet insurance; to date this peculiarity remains a bit of a mystery. When it comes to looking after our own health needs, we do not forget how important it is; so it makes sense that we should consider insurance to protect our pets as well.
Stricter Laws and Punishment for Animal Cruelty
Animal cruelty is a reality today. The sad thing about it is that not everyone is aware of it. Dog fighting, a common practice in some places is, for example is considered to be a felony in most countries. However, the punishment for such does not reflect that of a felony crime. As a result, there will always be people who will continue to neglect and abuse animals.
Your Cat Litter Choices
If the idea of house training a pet is enough to keep you from getting a companion for your home, then a cat just might be the perfect pet for you. There’s very little training involved. All you need is some cat litter and a litter box, and you now have a pet that can stay inside all the time.
How To Stop A Barking Dog
We have all experienced this at one point in time or another. A dog that barks almost 24/7 and doesn’t seem to have any end in sight. What makes this scenario even worse is when you are the owner of the dog. You feel worried and even annoyed by all the noise yet you have no clue how to stop a barking dog on your own.
Are You Prepared For A Parvovirus Outbreak?
Here are some facts about Canine Parvovirus (sometimes referred to as CPV, Parvo virus, or more commonly known as Parvo) that you might not know about: