Top Bulldog Names: Unique Ideas for Your Bulldog
Bulldog lovers and owners probably know that there are many types of bulldog breeds, in addition to the four most common types of bulldogs (American Bulldog, French Bulldog, Olde English Bulldog, and English Bulldog). If you have recently adopted a bulldog, or are considering adoption, it’s important to choose the right name for your new […]
How to Remove Period Stains from Your Mattress
Owning a pet (or, rather, being owned by a pet) is a rewarding, fulfilling, satisfying experience – at most times, that is. Cleaning up after your pet’s accidents, whether it be vomit, bowel problems, or urinary accidents, can quickly become tiresome if you don’t have the right tools and know-how. One problem that many pet […]
Can Dogs Eat Couscous
Not everyone in North America is familiar with couscous even though it’s probably been around for millennia in northern Africa. Although it’s sometimes mistaken for a grain or seed, couscous is actually a pasta made from semolina (wheat). If you are interested in couscous, you might be wondering if it’s okay for your dog to […]
Are Men More Like Dogs and Women Like Cats
As a pet owner, have you ever noticed that people tend to assign genders to cats and dogs – namely, they will call a cat “she” without knowing its gender, and call a dog “he”? Why is that? Why do people automatically assume that your cat is female or that your dog is male, when […]
Why Do Cats Loaf
Domestic cats are not the most industrious of animals. That’s an understatement, really – most cats lay around the house all day, not doing much of anything. Why are cats lazy, loafing freeloaders? Just because a cat loafs a lot doesn’t mean that they are lazy. We will discuss cats and loafing here. What is […]
Are Money Trees Toxic to Cats
Cat owners know that there are many plants we should not have in our homes, lest our cats chew on them and get sick, or even die. Easter lilies, amaryllis, chrysanthemum, hyacinths and tulips are just a few. If someone has recently given you a money tree plant, you might wonder, is it safe to […]
My Dog Ate Crayons
Some dogs will eat almost anything. If yours is one of them, you have probably been on the phone to your vet more than once, asking if the non-food item that Rover just ate will hurt him. If that non-food item was crayons, your dog should be ok. We will talk about what can happen […]
Which Pronoun Should I Use to Refer to My Pet
With pronouns being of utmost concern these days, you might be wondering, which pronoun should I use to refer to my pet? Does it matter? If I have a female spayed dog, for example, should I refer to her as “she” or “her,” or rather, “they,” since she’s spayed? There are all sorts of implications […]
Do Pets Notice Gender Changes in Their Owners?
According to the UCLA School of Law Williams Institute, as of 2017 there are 14 million adults living in the United States who identify as transgender. Combine this statistic with the fact that, per the Insurance Information Institute, as of 2022, 70 percent of households in the U.S. own a pet, and you can pretty […]
10 Great Movies to Watch with a Dog
During the COVID-19 pandemic, many pet owners started streaming movies at home, as most movie theaters were closed. Even post-pandemic, it can be more comfortable to settle in on the couch with your pooch snuggling by your side to watch a movie than it is to go out to the theater. You might be wondering […]
Calico Cat Names
Calico cats are beautiful felines whose coats feature three color combinations – orange, black and white. Calicos, of course, are not a breed of cat, but rather, a color pattern found within their fur. Calicos are the state cat of Maryland, and the term “calico cat” is used predominantly in the United States. In other […]
How Long Do Rabbits Live
If you have a pet rabbit, one of your main concerns is likely, how long can I expect my pet rabbit to live? Although the rabbit does have an average lifespan, just like other animals that are kept as pets, it is not as publicized as the lifespan of cats or dogs. Rabbits are not […]
Which Cats are Great Lap Cats
Is your idea of the “perfect cat” one who will curl up in your lap whenever you want? If so, you may be disappointed. As we all know, cats have a mind of their own, and will only do something when they feel like doing it. Having said that, there are some breeds of cats […]
Cats With Long Legs
The average adult cat stands between nine and 10 inches tall. Their legs typically measure eight to 10 inches tall. Cats reach their full height at about one year of age, but can continue growing in muscles and weight for another year after that. The longer a cat’s legs, the faster they can run. In […]
Will Cats Eat Koi and Other Pond Fish
If you are a cat lover and also love koi or other pond fish, you might have a potential massacre waiting to happen. Cats can be a menace if you have a pond containing koi and/or other pond fish. They not only will see these fish as prey, but they might also attack lizards, toads […]