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Height: 9 – 18 inches Weight: 10 – 16 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 15 years Colors: Brown, Black, Pied, White Suitable for: Novice dog owners, Families with young children, Apartment dwellers Temperament: Loyal & Loving, Playful, Eager to please, Friendly The cute and cuddly Cava Tzu brings together the best characteristics of both of its parent dog breeds, including the Shih Tzu and the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. A pint-sized pup with a big personality, the Cava Tzu is a sweet-natured dog that’s eager to please....

Height 6 – 9 inches Weight 3 – 6 pounds Lifespan 12 – 20 years Colors White, blue, chocolate, red fawn, merle, black and tan Suitable for Those looking for a small pet with a comical personality Temperament Loyal, loving, funny, easy to train, territorial, alert You’re considering adopting a Chihuahua. It’s adorable, tiny and cuddly, but what else do you really know about it? Chihuahuas are small dogs with large personalities that love nothing more than curling up in your lap or sitting by your side for a long afternoon nap....

The ball python is a beloved pet that gets its name from its defensive strategy: scrunching up into a ball. Some people call it the rock python because all it seems to do is stay on the ground. But do ball pythons ever climb? Ball pythons climb a little bit, and their enclosure should allow some space to do that. However, they are not great climbers, so those climbing elements should support them well while they climb....

If you’re breeding dogs, the dog’s heat cycle is paramount to your work. Without understanding it, it is nearly impossible to fertilize a female and have a successful litter. Even if you aren’t breeding dogs, understand your dog’s heat cycle is important for avoiding unwanted pregnancy and understanding your dog’s behavior. This article will help you understand everything you need to know about dog heat cycles. You’ll be able to plan around your dog’s cycle....

Height: 17 – 23 inches Weight: 10 – 30 pounds Lifespan: 10 – 15 years Colors: Brown, Black, Gray, Tan, White Suitable for: Families with or without children, Couples, Singles Temperament: Loyal & Loving, Friendly, Playful, Intelligent Also known as the Doxiedoodle, the Dachshunddoodle, or the Dachshundpoo, the Doxiepoo is an adorable little designer dog developed from breeding a Dachshund with a Miniature Poodle. Often with stubby legs and curly fur, this unique hybrid dog can easily win his way into your heart with his fun-loving personality and petite size....

Horses take quite a while to mature. On average, horses don’t reach their full height until age 4-5. Warmbloods and drafts take even longer than that, growing for as long as 8 years. So, what is the rule on when to ride? Truthfully, ages vary based on the breed of the horse. More important are the full development of several physical features as well as emotional maturity. But we have compiled some really fantastic information on the subject....

As cat owners, we know the horrific smell that cat pee omits. Cat urine has a strong ammonia smell that’s quite pungent, and if you can’t seem to locate the scene of the crime, the smell can quickly take over your home. Cat pee contains bacterium, which is what gives off the ammonia smell. As time goes on, the second stage of decomposition occurs, and the mercaptans in the cat urine will start to smell like a skunk’s spray....

Dogs are social animals, and they communicate by barking. When your dog barks at other dogs, it could be for several reasons. A bark can be a warning, a welcome for friends, or an indication of excitement, anxiety, aggression, or territoriality. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research....

The garter snake is a relatively harmless snake that you can find almost anywhere in America. It’s a common pet of young boys who catch them around the home, even if it isn’t a popular pet to purchase at the pet store, but you can also find breeders willing to supply you with one. Many species of Garter snake are quite colourful and attractive. If you are interested in properly caring for one, we are here to help....

Certain species of horses catch your eye, and one of these is assuredly the Noriker horse, also called the Pinzgauer and the Norico-Pinzgauer. They can come in various colors, but the most popular is a Dalmatian-like pattern of white with black spots. Noriker horses are heavy draft horses from Austria. In this article, we cover their history, personality, and care if you are interested in owning a beautiful Noriker horse....

The Miniature Schnauzer & Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier Mix Height: 13-18 inches Weight: 20-40 pounds Lifespan: 12-15 years Colors: Black, tan, silver, and pied Suitable for: Active families, first-time dog owners, those looking for a small to medium-sized dog Temperament: Loyal & loving, easy to train, intelligent, friendly, affectionate The Soft-Coated Wheatzer is a hybrid breed that comes from a mix of the Miniature Schnauzer and the Soft-Coated Wheaten Terrier. This loving breed is intelligent and very easy to train....

Known on FBI International as “Tank” or “Schutzhund,” this dog is actually a Giant Schnauzer. The breed is commonly raised in Europe to be used as a police dog and originated in Germany in the 10th century. Schutzhund doesn’t refer to the breed, but means “protection dog” in German, and refers to a particular type of service dog training. Here are some more facts about the Giant Schnauzer that you might like to know....

Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks to family and friends—a time we all get together and feast on yummy foods until our pants are tight. For dog owners, just about any canine will be watching you eat all those yummy foods, which begs the question: what can dogs eat on Thanksgiving? Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ...

Tadpoles do not stay tadpoles for long, and if you’ve ever raised frogs, you’ll know that tadpoles can be quite a challenge. Tadpoles will usually slowly transform into frogs after only a couple of weeks, depending on the species, and they’ll need all the nutrition that they can get during this time in order to turn into healthy, happy frogs. It’s important to remember that while tadpoles will be frogs one day, they aren’t yet, and they have vastly different dietary needs than that of frogs....

Cats are cute and curious little creatures that often demonstrate behaviors that are downright puzzling to humans. One such behavior is sitting with their tongue hanging out. Although it isn’t abnormal for a dog to sit with its tongue out, it is much less common for cats to do so, yet you can easily watch your cat’s tongue pop out of its mouth. Why is this? Why do cats stick their tongues out?...

The yellow-crested Cockatoo is a medium-sized white cockatoo with a yellow crest. Also known as the lesser sulfur-crested Cockatoo, this bird has bluish-white bare skin, grey feet, a black bill, and its wings and tail are yellow on the underside. This rare and endangered species is social and flies in large flocks over forested areas. Due to its appearance, this bird is often confused with the similarly-colored sulfur-crested Cockatoo, although they occupy different geographical ranges....

Boston Terriers are popular family pets thanks to their size, good temperament, and playful attitude. However, Bostons are often prone to another smelly trait: gas. Excessive gas (flatulence1) in dogs is often related to diet, as poorly digested food sits too long in the colon. Certain foods and ingredients are regular culprits as well. To help your Boston Terrier be seen and not smelled, we’ve collected reviews of the 10 best dog foods for Boston Terriers with gas....

There’s quite an extensive checklist of necessary items for a new dog. You need everything from the bowls and the food to the bed and the leash. All dogs require daily exercise, sometimes multiple times a day, so having a leash that’s comfortable for you both is an important decision. Finding a leash big enough for a large pup is particularly crucial. But this can also be time-consuming work, particularly if you’re not a fan of shopping....

Conures are small to medium-sized parrots that make wonderful pets. Native to South America, wild conures enjoy a varied diet consisting of seeds, berries, and tropical vegetation. Whether you have a conure now or are thinking of getting one, you must provide your bird with a good diet consisting mainly of pellets along with some fresh fruits and leafy greens now and then. Like other pet birds, conures enjoy an occasional treat....

Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Lorna Whittemore Veterinarian, MRCVS Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Lorna Whittemore Veterinarian, MRCVS The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Are you on the hunt for the best shampoo for your Husky? This stunning breed is known for its thick, double coat that makes them well-suited to handle cold weather conditions. A coat that is built for harsh winters is naturally going to shed more often and be more of a challenge to wash....