pet ownership
Just Because You WANT a Dog Doesn’t Mean You Should GET a Dog!
Puppies, dogs, pets, furry four-legged friends! After all, how can you resist those adorable puppy or kitten eyes, cute tail and all of the fun? Sure, dogs and cats are great! Simply because you are attracted to the idea of getting a dog or cat, doesn’t mean pet ownership would be a good idea for […]
Continue Reading
Which Is A Better Pet, Male Or Female Dog?
Which is better, a male or female dog? There is no correct answer. However, there are definite differences. Here are some points …
Continue ReadingIs Your Dog Your Best Friend?
A recent survey conducted by American Pulse of 4000 US dog owners uncovered some very interesting facts. Of those polled, 66.8% felt their dog was smarter than some people they knew. Although not all thought of their dog as their best friend, 87.7% of participants considered their dog a member of the family. The majority […]
Continue Reading
Aging and Our Pets: Do Feelings About Pets Change?
Last week, I read an article discussing the fact that baby boomers are changing their views on their pets as both age. Although much has been written about the benefits of pet ownership for senior citizens, there are some disadvantages too. Many senior citizens are on a very limited income, living in smaller homes and […]
Continue ReadingWho’s More Obedient – You or Your Pet?
Jessie, the well-trained, well-mannered dog: Let’s get down to brass tacks here. Be honest. Are you a responsible pet owner? Sure, you love, adore, feed, and take care of your pet, but how responsible are you…really? My Yorkie-Poo buddy, Bolt, has informed me how much he enjoys his daily walks with his human, but he […]
Continue ReadingMom, Can We Get a Betta?
Yesterday I was talking with a friend and she mentioned her two young children were asking if they could have a dog or cat. She is wise enough not to give in to the pressure, knowing the financial aspects and responsibility adding a dog or cat to the family brings. Most kids do enjoy having […]
Continue Reading
Why People Relinquish Pets
According to the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, behavorial issues are not the main reason pet owners relinquish pets to an animal shelter. Following are the top ten reasons pet owners in the US relinquish cats and dogs: Cats Too many cats in house Allergies Moving Cost of pet maintenance Landlord issues No […]
Continue ReadingDog vs. Cat – Which is better?
Author Bradley Trevor Greive upset more than a handful of happy cat owners upon the release of his book, “Why Dogs Are Better Than Cats.” However, upon turning the pages of this book, it becomes apparent that Greive is not anti-cat. He is merely pro-dog. In fact, many of those cat owners have now come […]
Continue Reading