Horses, It's In Their DNA

There are many questions that are asked everyday that no one knows the answer to. Some of these questions are more like riddles, for example, why do convenience stores that are open twenty four hours a day have bars on the windows and doors? These types of questions will get the wheels turning in a person’s brain. Then there are some questions that could cause...

The Kitten Who Could Write

One day, a man was on his way home from work when he saw a stray kitten walking beside the road. His 9 year old daughter had always been bugging him for a cat, so he figured it was about time to get one. He stopped, opened the door, and picked up the kitten, who immediately began nuzzling and purring loudly. The daughter squealed with delight when her father...

Dog Snow Boots | Snow Boots For Dogs

Until you live in a part of the nation that never views a flake of snowfall, you probably are aware that a snowy wintertime can in fact be pretty harmful for one's canine. Unfortunately, your pet almost certainly doesn't realize or care. He almost certainly loves their walks so much that it's difficult for you to say no even if you understand what snow, ice,...

Are Your Fish Sick?

Keeping a fish tank is a wonderful and relaxing hobby, but it can turn stressful if your fish start to die off. The most common cause of fish disease is poor water quality, so it is vital that you perform regular maintenance on the tank, making sure you do a partial water change periodically and clean out any waste or uneaten food so it does not decay and poison...

Getting Your Back Yard Birds Through Wintertime

Many factors combine to make the winter months tough ones for our feathered friends. Food can be hard to find, as there is less of it, and what there is may be covered by snow and ice. The bushes and plants are mostly dormant, and for those birds that normally feed on insects, these too are often hibernating or dormant, and certainly not available to eat. All...

Make Homemade Cat Food the Easy Way

To make homemade cat food does not have to be difficult. In fact, it can be easy to do as well as economical, all the while being healthier for your cat too! How to make homemade cat food the easy way: Cats Enjoying Home Cooking by Lee Coursey 1. Plan ahead: Always create a meal plan for your cat like you would yourself. This allows you to look for the...

Which Horses Make the Best Barrel Racing Horses

When you look at horses for sale, you may be looking for a horse that will be good with the kids. You might be looking for a horse that you can bring into the racing world. But some of you will be looking for something more specific; those of you who have seen barrel racing at rodeos or even on television events might be thinking that barrel horses may be a...

Top 4 Reasons Dog Owners Abandon Their Canines

Dogs make ideal companions. They're loyal, and will remain so throughout their lives, protecting you, your family, and your home. This is one of the reasons it is heartbreaking when owners make the decision to abandon their pets. In some cases, they'll leave them with animal shelters, consigning them to the possibility of being euthanized. In other cases, owners...

Caring For Rabbits As Pets

Raising rabbits as pets can be quite a bit of work, the same as with any pet. They are good natured, gentle pets, but somewhat aloof. They do get scared very easily, as is part of their nature. The more time you spend with them the more responsive they are to you, and will respond to their name. They do need some gentle handling in the beginning but become part...

How Cats Communicate

Bet you would like to know what your cat is trying to tell you? You might not, if you haven't been around felines a lot. Of course, cats meow. And the type of meow they use gives you a good idea of what they're trying to communicate with you. This is especially true if your pet is a Siamese cat. This type of cat is very vocal. One Siamese owner had a cat that...

It's a Monkey, It's a Rooster .. No, It's Einstein

Before there was "America's Got Talent", there was "Pet Star". Maybe it should have been called "America's Got Animal Talent". Einstein, an African Grey Parrot, is extremely good at imitating other animals on demand, even a spaceship. Along with an intelligent bird, the people who trained the parrot must have had quite a bit of patience and persistence. I don't know if Einstein won the competition or not, but if she lost, it could only...

Hamster Care - How to Assure Good Hamster Health

Hamster by cdrussorusso Hamsters are adorable, small creatures which create a smile on the face of nearly everyone who sees or owns one. They are in fact one of the original "pocket pets" and there are very few people who have not owned one or wanted one. Dwarf hamster care is relatively easy, but there are a few things that are necessary in order to assure...

A Dog's Tale

My name is Shadrach, and I am a dog - a BIG, handsome, elegant, and intelligent dog. No, I am not vain at all, that is just what my mom always tells me so I assume it's true. I am now 4 ½ years old and live a great dog's life! I get exceptional quality food - my mom and dad believe in giving me organic food, with fresh vegetables and meat every day - so...

Have You Heard Of People Who Have Pet Turtles?

You’ve heard of people who have pet dogs, pet cats and people who also have pet birds. If you go out on a limb you might even find that you’ve either heard of, or know of, people who have pet spiders, iguanas, and pet snakes. But have you heard of people who have pet turtles? You might have, and be wondering what’s so strange in that, after all your college...

Horses and Sunburn

As humans we are aware of the danger of staying in the sun too long. We know that if we spend too much time out in the sun we run the risk of turning a nice tan into an ugly sunburn. In addition to being unattractive and painful, we are also aware that sunburns can lead to skin cancer. We use all sorts of tricks from sunscreen to light weight covers to prevent...

How to Keep Cats Off of the Counter

It's infuriating! You are trying to prepare a meal, you don't have much time and your beloved cat insists on jumping up onto the counter. For one thing it's downright unhygienic, for another it's not exactly a safe place for your cat to be, for a third your pet being there will not in any way help you to turn out a culinary masterpiece. Photo Credit: PJ...

How Can I Get My Cockatiel Back?

Accidents happen all too easily, and your cockatiel could escape. You need to react quickly in order to get him back. If your cockatiel does fly away, it is highly unlikely that you will get him back, because cockatiels are so aerodynamic and very strong fliers. They can travel a long way without realizing it, and then not be able to find their way home again. Just...

Official State Dogs of the United States

As of September 1, 2010, eleven of our fifty states have Official State Dogs or officially recognized state dogs. Listed below, in alphabetical order, are the states, their state dog and the year it was made official, along with a little bit about each dog breed. To see a larger picture of any of the dogs, just click on its picture. Photo credits, where applicable,...

Selecting Saltwater Fish for Your Aquarium

Some fish will turn your aquarium into a beautiful and peaceful biosphere while others into a chaotic boxing ring. There are many factors to consider when selecting fish. You need to ensure that you have the experience to look after the fish you select, that the fish you buy are healthy, and that they are compatible with the fish you currently have. As...