Category: Pets
Kerry Blue Terrier Dog Breed Height, Weight, Color, History and Description
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Description: The Kerry Blue Terrier is a medium-sized muscular dog. They have a large and long head that is in proportion to the rest of the body. Its teeth are in a scissor or level bite, its muzzle is long but in good proportion to the head. We see wide nostrils and a black nose.…
Read MoreIs a Shetland Sheepdog the perfect dog for you?
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Bred to care for and herd sheep on the rugged, cold, wet, sub-arctic Shetland Islands, this sturdy little collie-like dog thrives on hard work and challenge. Considered a small breed, they weigh between 11 and 30 pounds. This is a dog that loves to be outdoors. Their thick double layer not only repels water, but…
Read More10 solutions for Cocker Spaniel separation anxiety
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Cocker Spaniels are affectionate and sociable. They are energetic and generally happy animals. However, this happiness is highly dependent on human companionship. Cocker Spaniels are unlikely to stay happy if they are left to spend a lot of time alone. Some cockers can appear a bit “depressed” if left alone regularly or for an unusually…
Read MoreHemangiosarcoma: a (usually) silent and deadly canine cancer
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November is Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Among the deadliest canine cancers is hemangiosarcoma, or cancer of the blood vessels. Hemangiosarcoma can present as skin cancer, which can be successfully treated if caught early, or as cancer of the internal organs, particularly the spleen or heart. The prognosis for splenic or cardiac hemangiosarcoma is extremely poor,…
Read MoreAnimals: My Spiritual Companion and a Heartwarming Story
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This Christmas night, I spent some time reflecting. What an honor to remember my friend and spiritual partner, Mr. Stormy, and the many divine blessings that accompanied his transition back to Spirit. On December 20, 2013, I arrived at the Horse Protection League (HPL) Ranch in Golden, CO and was greeted by Miss Emie (HPL…
Read MoreThe horror of dog food: the dog food classification system reveals the toxic evil of commercial food
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A recent dog food grading exercise shows that very few commercial products pass inspection. In fact, most dog foods were found to be disgusting stews of hideous ingredients based on grotesque recipes designed to increase corporate profits, even if the end result is harm to the health of pets. The Bottom Line: It’s almost impossible…
Read MoreAnimal rescue support
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Dog rescue shelters are establishments that are licensed to care for stray and unwanted dogs. Most are non-profit groups that work to assist society in caring for lost and abandoned animals. These are the places where beloved, outlawed, abandoned and wounded dogs are placed. Some of the animals in the rescue shelters were captured by…
Read MoreDogs do the most terrible things! – Part 1
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This is Part 1 of a two-part article that describes some weird and fun things dogs do at home that can be fun for you. Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of keeping a dog in their home must marvel at some of the antics they see every day. I’m revealing my age when…
Read MoreScientists say there is a better way to turn dog years into human years
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Some scientists have converted the methylation of a human’s DNA into an estimate of age or even a prediction of life expectancy. Other animals, such as dogs, undergo DNA methylation. As dogs age, a common problem is hip dysplasia. This can lead to the need to use a wheelchair for paralyzed dogs. It is also…
Read MorePitbull dog diseases
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The American Pit Bull Terrier is a relatively healthy breed with few blood problems. Some of the problems that exist are: congenital heart disease, hip dysplasia and inherited cataracts. Congenital heart disease-There are many symptoms of congenital heart disease. Some of them are: fainting, coughing, rapid breathing, weight loss, and poor appetite. Congenital heart disease…
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