Great Danes are prized for their large and imposing size. Many people get a Great Dane hoping to get a bulky dog with that signature size. That can leave some people wondering if their Great Danes are too skinny if they do not look a certain way. A skinny appearance is usually nothing to worry about, but it does not stop some dog owners from worrying. What causes a Great Dane to look skinny?...
Border Collies are great family dogs that are known for their charismatic, energetic personalities. If you love to play fetch and partake in outdoor activities, this is the perfect breed for you. Before buying a Collie it’s best to make a list of grooming tools for weekly maintenance. Otherwise, you may find that your home easily becomes riddled with dander. Border Collies are double-coated dogs, and their coats can be smooth or rough....
Kittens are just beginning to get the whole litter box thing figured out. You should support their efforts by choosing a litter box and cat litter that is suitable for them. Just because a litter is great for adult cats doesn’t necessarily mean it’s a good option for kittens! Luckily, there are quite a few litter options on the market that are suitable for kittens. Many of these are hypoallergenic because kittens are often more sensitive to fragrances and dust....
So, you’ve decided you’d like to bring home a new tarantula and you need to gather up all the supplies to get you started. Preparedness is an important aspect of owning any pet, so it is important to get all the essentials so that you can properly care for your new tarantula. There are many different species of tarantula that have different needs, so keep this in mind when you are shopping for your supplies....
Note: This article’s statistics come from third-party sources and do not represent the opinions of this website. Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Because of their large bodies and terrifying teeth, bears can fatally harm humans with minimal effort. Luckily, most bears stick to themselves and don’t bother humans unless provoked. Of course, there’s the rare instance of a solitary bear going rogue, but most bears only attack when threatened....
Over the years, horses have set many world records. Guinness World Records has over 300 entries for horses. In this article, we pulled out 13 of the most astonishing world records about horses for your viewing pleasure. After seeing these, you’ll be surprised by all the things that horses can do! The Most Expensive Draught Horse The most expensive draught horse ever purchased was a 2-year-old Belgian stallion named McEllrath’s Captain Jim....
Shaggy, spirited, and somewhat scrappy, the Cairn Terrier is one of the earliest Scottish dog breeds ever to exist. Downright adorable, this lively and loving pooch makes a fantastic family pet for every household. Weighing in at only seven to 10 pounds, this pint-sized pup has tons of personality and is a natural people pleaser. When intentionally bred with other purebred dogs, Cairn Terrier hybrids can possess the best traits of each breed....
There are many reasons to choose one chicken breed over another. Some breeders choose a chicken for its egg-laying capability, while others choose a breed for its great-tasting meat. Backyard owners may opt for the friendlier breeds that enjoy being handled. Fancy chicken breeds are those that are considered exotic, rare, or unique. They are not only popular because of their beauty, but also because they are recognized by chicken groups and have standards that mean they can be shown at exhibitions and chicken competitions around the world....
Colorpoint is a specific pattern of coloration that causes a cat’s body to be pale and their extremities to be dark. It is directly caused by temperature differences. The darker parts of the cat are colder, while the lighter parts are warmer. For this reason, most colorpoint cats aren’t born that way at birth, since their whole body is the same temperature in their mother’s womb. However, their points will be revealed after a few days....
While many pet owners have a dog or a cat, others have found the immense happiness that comes from having a pet bird. These little featured bundles of happiness sing and talk and generally give you joy every day. If you have a pet bird, you know how much joy they can bring to you and your family. Like all pets, they love getting new toys. If you are in the market for a new toy for your budgie, we have reviewed some of the top budgie toys below to help you find the perfect one....
When it comes to choosing a substrate for your iguana’s home, there are a lot of products out there to choose from. What you may not realize is that many of the products marketed as reptile bedding are not safe for iguanas. Iguanas can accidentally or intentionally consume their bedding, making things like many types of barks and sand unsafe because they can lead to intestinal impaction. To make it easier for you, we’ve put together reviews of the 7 best substrates for your iguana....
Hamsters are generally quiet animals that are not known for being loud, but as any hamster owner will tell you, these little animals are capable of making several unique vocalizations. There are many reasons for these vocalizations, and as an owner of a hamster, it’s a great idea to get acquainted with the sounds that they make. While many of these sounds are not well researched and can mean different things depending on the context, getting to know these sounds can still help you get to know your hamster better and cater to their needs more accurately....
Making a rabbit feel comfortable and safe in your home can be as easy as giving them a setting closer to their natural choice of home — a burrow. What better way to let your bunny play than as nature intended, running and digging through tunnels? Indoor rabbit tunnels provide the same curiosity-inducing stimulation for rabbits as their outdoor counterparts, without all of the dangers that come with leaving your fragile rabbit outdoors....
Height: 22-25 inches Weight: 75-90 pounds Lifespan: 11-14 years Colors: Sable, fawn, yellow, wolf gray, black, brindle, black and tan Suitable for: Farmers, those who need a working dog, families with lots of outdoor space, experienced dog owners Temperament: Fearless, courageous, devoted, loyal, loving, affectionate, dominant, patient, quiet With a large stature and distinctly primitive looks, the Alano Espanol isn’t a breed for everyone. However, for the people that can handle such a breed, the rewards are many....
The Argentine Tegu is a large reptile popular among reptile owners in North America. They are quite exotic, but their size makes them more inconvenient to own and care for than other smaller reptiles. The Argentine Black and White Tegu is also known as the Argentine Giant. These not-so-little lizards can be up to 4.5 feet long and weigh 20 pounds. As their name indicates, they are primarily black and white....
The Australian King Parrot is a colorful, large parrot. It is native to Australia, where it can regularly be seen in woodland and farms and is also kept as a pet. Although less popular in the US, its calm nature and striking colors make it a good bird choice, albeit with the caveat that they are not known for enjoying a lot of hugging and holding. It will need hand-taming, but the biggest challenge of owning this type of parrot is usually the large cage requirements it has....
Height 14 – 16 inches Weight 20 – 30 pounds Lifespan 10 – 14 years Colors Black, white, tri-colored (with or without spots), cream, golden, chocolate brown Suitable for Active families, anyone looking for a low-shedding dog Temperament Docile, loyal, loving, gentle, easy to train, protective though aggressive at times The Beaker, often called the Bocker, or Bocker Spaniel, is a cross between two purebreds – the Beagle and the Cocker Spaniel....
Height: 7 – 11 inches Weight: 4 – 8 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 16 years Colors: Black, white, blue, cream, brown, tricolor Suitable for: Families with children, novices, seniors and singles, small yards, apartments Temperament: Active, high energy, friendly, vocal, wary of strangers, intelligent, loyal & devoted The Biewer Yorkshire, also known as the Biewer Terrier, or Biewer Yorkie, is a tiny little pup and a member of the AKC’s toy breed category....
Contrary to what many believe, the buckskin and dun are not two different horse breeds. Rather, the names buckskin and dun refer to the colors of the horses’ coats. The colors are the result of the genetic makeup of the horse. Both the buckskin and dun coloring result from a dominant gene. Buckskin happens when the cream dilution gene works on a bay-colored horse. Bay horses are reddish-brown with black manes, tails, and legs....
Height: 12 – 13 inches Weight: 13 – 18 pounds Lifespan: 9 – 14 years Colors: Tricolor, “Blenheim,” Black and tan, ruby Suitable for: Families of all sorts Temperament: Affectionate, patient, people-oriented The Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is a close relative to other Spaniel breeds and is therefore quite similar in temperament and appearance. This breed didn’t diverge from the King Charles Spaniel until around 1926, so they are considered a newer dog breed....
