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The grain vs. grain-free debate is a controversial and heated topic in the dog world, especially when it comes to specialty dog food. Many dog owners only buy grain-free dog food, while others prefer dog food containing whole grains. There are many reasons why a dog owner would and should choose one over the other, especially if it’s a vet recommendation and the appropriate diet for your dog. Things like allergies and digestion are important to consider as well, so choosing between grain or grain-free diet is not exactly easy....

Review Summary Our Final Verdict We give Honest Paws CBD products a rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars. Visit Honest PawsIf you’ve ever owned a cat or dog, you know how much they love to play. But both dogs and cats can suffer from anxiety, joint pain, or decreased mobility due to arthritis. This is where Honest Paws CBD products can help. Honest Paws offers a number of different CBD products for dogs and cats, including CBD oil and CBD-infused treats....

Most people know crows as the big, black, noisy birds that are supposed to be scared off by scarecrows. Others associate them with one of their more unpleasant traits, scavenging for other dead animals. And some of us may remember hearing that crows are the smartest birds. But is that actually true? So just how intelligent are crows anyway? Well, scientists have done quite a bit of research on the brainpower of crows and believe that they are about as smart as a 7-year-old human child....

Rabbits are intelligent, affectionate creatures. They’re soft, quiet, and fluffy, but they’re sometimes misunderstood and often don’t get the proper care they need. Rabbits are prey animals, so stress is felt more often and is more dangerous to them. They also don’t understand thunder and lightning and what it is, so being out in a storm can cause their stress levels to skyrocket. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Maxbetter Vizelberg...

Cats are generally low-maintenance pets that provide lovable, furry companionship. However, not every part of owning a cat or a kitten is easy. As with any pet, you take on many responsibilities when you adopt them. These include giving them exercise, feeding them, and brushing them. You also have to work with them on any behavioral problems that they have. You need to have patience and willingness, as there’s no such thing as the perfect pet....

Both Kangal and Great Dane dogs are large breeds, so they usually get lumped together into the same category. However, they are two entirely different types of dogs that deserve credibility for their unique attributes rather than just being “big dogs”. Sure, they have a lot of similarities, but they also have some differences that are worth noting. Here is all you should know about the Kangal versus the Great Dane and which you should choose as a pet or farmhand:...

The New England cottontail closely resembles the eastern cottontail but is a separate breed. You can find these rabbits scattered around New England from southern New York state up to southern Maine. This is a wild animal, not one that you will see being kept as a pet. However, there are ways to attract them to your land and aid in protecting this endangered breed. Keep reading while we go over some interesting facts about this seldom seen rabbit and learn more about them....

Finding a pet sitter1 is an important task. The person should be reliable and someone you can trust with your pet while you’re away. Maybe you work long hours, or perhaps you’re on vacation or a work trip. Many scenarios cause pet parents to seek reliable pet sitters, but how much does it cost? Is it expensive? Pet sitting rates vary depending on where you live and how much time the sitter is spending with your pet, but the average rate is between $16 and $42 per visit....

While some may prefer not to think about their Thanksgiving turkey before it lands on their table, the fact is there are many different breeds of turkey, some of which are surprisingly beautiful. One such bird, the Royal palm turkey, is also a potentially useful addition to your small-scale farm. Read on to learn more about these small but fancy turkeys and decide if you want your homestead to be a little more royal!...

Fleas are a nuisance to you and your pet. They aren’t just annoying creatures, but they also carry diseases that can harm your dog. Thus, you should be considering flea collars for dogs. If you’ve already tried two or three different methods to get rid of fleas, your dog may have reactions or allergies to those methods. In this case, you may want to try the best flea collars for dogs....

If you have a cat, we highly recommend considering pet insurance. While pet insurance won’t cover all your vet bills, it does help immensely in an emergency. Most cat expenses are easy to budget for, but injuries and illnesses are not. With pet insurance, you can balance some of that unknowability by offsetting emergency vet costs with monthly premiums. However, not all insurance companies are made the same. Some of them are very high-quality and easily cover potential bills....

As humans, we are all too familiar with stress, and perhaps we have become slightly desensitized, making it difficult to recognize it in ourselves, our friends and family, and even in our pets. All dog owners want the best for their companions, but sometimes, some seemingly insignificant habits and situations can stress your dog out. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas Veterinarian, MVZ Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Paola Cuevas...

A draft horse is usually a large, muscular horse that breeders created for manual labor. The word draft means to draw out or pull a cart, which tells you the purpose of this animal. These animals are very strong, patient, and easygoing. If you are looking to purchase a draft horse for your farm and wonder which breed is best, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve done our research and assembled a complete list of horses to get you started....

If you’ve ever been around a Greyhound, you probably know that they are big, gorgeous, gentle creatures. It may be the fastest dog breed in the world, but it is also one of the oldest; it’s featured in ancient paintings in Egyptian tombs. However, that’s not the only interesting fact about Greyhounds that you might not have known. There are plenty of strange facts about the breed, but in this list, we’ll concentrate on eleven of the most fascinating....

Pet owners will agree that having an animal companion is a rewarding experience with sometimes unexpected yet welcomed health benefits. It’s not surprising, given that humans domesticated dogs between 20,000 to 40,000 years ago. We’ve been fast friends ever since. Archaeological evidence shows we even wanted them with us in the afterlife, based on remains found with human burials. Our close relationships with pets aren’t surprising when you consider we share 84% of our DNA with dogs and 90% with cats....

Holland lops are playful, energetic rabbits that are commonly owned as pets and presented at shows. They are often best for quiet households because they can be quite skittish. These rabbits can come in all kinds of colors and patterns because they have been bred for many years. Holland lops will either have a solid coat that only has one color or “broken,” meaning they have different patches of colors that can form many different patterns....

Hedgehogs are small spiny animals that you can find in Europe, Asia, and Africa. It rolls into a small ball when it’s n danger and has become a popular pet in many areas of the world, including the United States. However, due to its popularity in media like video games and television, many myths and misconceptions have formed around this peaceful animal, so we would like to set the record straight....

Your dog needs regular nail trimming for more than just cosmetic reasons. Long nails that touch the floor are uncomfortable for your furry friend because they put weight pressure on the nail beds. They also increase the risk of ingrown nails and nail infections. Investing in quality nail clippers allows you to keep your pup’s nails well-trimmed without taking a trip to your groomer. What if you have little or no experience trimming dog nails and fear hurting your pup?...

Yes! Pigs can swim. In fact, they are excellent swimmers, and they enjoy swimming. They prefer swimming in freshwaters such as lakes, rivers, swimming pools, and streams. Here you will learn the ability of pigs to swim and other fantastic yet surprising facts about pig swimming. Do Pigs Stay Afloat in Water? Most mammals can naturally stay afloat in water, and pigs are not an exception. This is because mammals have decent-sized lungs that help increase their buoyancy....

When cats pee anywhere except their litter boxes, it can be frustrating. Cat pee is notoriously difficult to thoroughly clean. Even with repeated attempts, the odor can remain. When your cat pees on your dog’s bed, it can be even more confusing. Why would they choose to do this? When cats pee outside of their litter boxes, there is always a reason for this behavior. To get it to stop, you first need to understand why it’s happening....