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Bichon Frises are adorable lap dogs that are perfect for anyone looking for a companion animal. Actually, that was their original purpose. Therefore, they are people-oriented and make a delightful friend to just about everyone. Along with the purebred Bichon Frise, you can find a variety of mixes. Many inherit the people-oriented nature of the Bichon Frise, which helps these canines fit in well with most families. Of course, each mixed breed is unique depending on the other parent breed....

Britain has a long history in which horses of all shapes and sizes served an integral purpose. From large to small, almost every kind of horse that you can imagine comes from breeding programs throughout the centuries on the British Isles. If you have ever been curious about British horses and their history, we have highlighted 17 British breeds. These include the horses that are still around today, as well as those that have gone extinct over time....

So, you’ve made the big commitment of bringing home a new, four-legged family member. Now you have another responsibility, coming up with the perfect name. While there is no shortage of cat name prospects, we sometimes need some guidance or inspiration to help us choose the right one. While there is a seemingly endless list of famous names to choose from, we are here to help you sift through some in the simplest way possible....

Just as pet insurance policies are confusing, so too is picking out the best pet insurance affiliate program. All programs claim to be the best, but some are outright more lucrative than others, leaving you to wonder which pet insurance affiliate program would be best for your purposes. In this roundup, we cover the best pet insurance affiliate programs this year. These reviews give you a complete look at the benefits and drawbacks of each program and provide tips for when to select each particular program....

Everyone who’s ever owned a fish tank knows all about those cheapo plastic siphon-action gravel vacuums. They’re messy, the tubing can be difficult to control, and if you suck something up into the vacuum you didn’t intend to, you end up having to yank it up out of the water to release the suction. There’s got to be a better way to clean your aquarium gravel! It turns out, there is an easier way!...

The 4th of July is a time to celebrate our nation’s independence, and with that comes a lot of exciting activities. However, for cats and their owners, some additional safety measures must be considered. While fireworks, parades, and other festivities may be fun for humans, cats can find them to be quite frightening and potentially dangerous, believe it or not. Reviewed & Fact-Checked By Dr. Lauren Demos Veterinarian, DVM Reviewed & Fact-Checked By...

There’s a reason why cat videos exploded all over the internet back in the day. It’s because these four-legged, lovable bundles of fur are as funny as it gets. Well, the humor doesn’t have to stop there. There are plenty of cat-related puns to go around, too. Let’s face it, who isn’t up for some cheesy, cringeworthy puns to throw at unsuspecting friends and family? So, whether you are feline like brushing up on some cat-related puns to put in your verbal arsenal or you just need a good laugh, keep reading....

The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) maintains the well-known Red List of Threatened Species. While some kinds of iguanas are not endangered, there are several types of iguanas currently on the Red List, in various levels of endangerment. According to the IUCN’s Iguana Specialist Group, the iguana is one of the world’s most endangered animals. How can a popular pet like the iguana be endangered in the wild?...

Rats make adorable pets. They are intelligent and easy to care for, and for the most part, they are happy to be handled. Many would-be rat parents worry about their pet rats keeping them up at night, though, and ask: Are rats nocturnal? Yes, rats are nocturnal, meaning they are most active at night. This applies to wild rats and pet rats; every species of rat spends most of the night awake....

Horses will eat anything from ice cream to roast beef sandwiches to apples. Most of the treats horse owners give their equines are perfectly fine, but there are some items from your kitchen that horses shouldn’t have in their barn—tomatoes. Most horses find tomatoes unpalatable and would refuse to eat them. However, other horses are less discriminating, and horse owners should always be on the lookout. Here’s why tomatoes should be way out of your horse’s reach....

There are three pillars of a healthy rabbit diet: Abundant amounts of fresh hay Constant access to clean, filtered water A small portion of dark, leafy greens each day And while timothy hay and filtered water are easy to identify, choosing a vegetable to share with your pet rabbit can pose more challenges. Because rabbits’ digestive systems are so different from our own, their nutrition requirements are different as well; what is good for humans may not be good for a bunny at all....

Dogs can face many problems as they get older, and while we want to keep our pets with us as long as possible, we also don’t want them to suffer. One of the more complex and serious conditions your dog can get is a disease called canine degenerative myelopathy. It affects the spinal cord in your pet, and while it’s usually not painful, it often leads to death. Keep reading while we take a closer look at this disease to learn more about it so we can recognize signs and symptoms early on to give our pets the best life possible....

Height: 6 – 11 inches Weight: 5 – 15 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 14 years Colors: Black, brown, white, cream, fawn, chocolate, and golden Suitable for: Families with kids, apartment living Temperament: Social, courageous, loving, affectionate, gets along with other pets Wondering what a Chion is? Whether you’re a dog lover or not, it’s worth knowing about. The Chion or Pap-Chi is a mix of two popular breeds for their small and loving personalities: the Papillon and the Chihuahua....

Height: 24 – 28 inches Weight: 50 – 75 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 13 years Colors: White with black and tan markings Suitable for: Active families with older children, large homes with fenced-in yards Temperament: Vocal, independent, calm, athletic, reserved with strangers The large, elegant Gascon Saintongeois is a rare French dog breed that’s not well known outside its geographic area of origin, but once you see one of these handsome dogs, you’re not likely to forget it!...

Hedgehogs have become an increasingly popular pet. They are small enough to be kept in an indoor enclosure, although they do need strict lighting and heating conditions and rarely make cuddly and loving pets. They do make fascinating pets, thanks, largely, to their spines, but also because they happily go about their business with minimal intervention needed on the part of the owner. The spines play an important role in a hedgehog’s well-being, certainly when it lives in the wild....

While some dog breeds are more prone to heart disease, it is a condition that can, unfortunately, affect any dog. Several different heart diseases can affect dogs, and it’s a good idea to get to know the symptoms and causes of these diseases so you can treat them as early as possible. Around 10% of all dogs in the United States, almost 8 million, suffer from heart disease. While there are various causes of heart disease, including breed genetics, obesity, and nutrition, old age is the most common time for dogs to develop heart problems....

The symbiotic relationship between the clownfish and sea anemone is fascinating. These two creatures couldn’t be more different, yet they play a vital part in each other’s survival and protection. These two common seawater species help each other by providing shelter and food without harming one another and in the end, both species will benefit from this symbiotic relationship, all of which we will explain in this article. Symbiotic Relationships In Nature Explained Both biologists and ecologists have defined a symbiotic relationship as an interaction between two or more species, which could be beneficial or not....

Note: This article’s statistics come from third-party sources and do not represent the opinions of this website. Pet ownership is different in every country around the world. People’s attitudes to pets are influenced by culture, economics, and even the environment, and the same is true for Australia. Australia is a massive country with large cities, vast swathes of the outback, and reserves filled with wildlife, so pet ownership (particularly regarding neutering) is an interesting and complex subject to look at....

We don’t exactly know why cats decide to use the bathroom where they do. Sometimes, they pick a place in the neighborhood that they really like (or don’t like). To us, it can seem random. If cats have decided that your yard is the community bathroom, things can get stinky very quickly. Cats may also decide to mark in the area, which can make things even smellier! Luckily, you can do quite a few things to interrupt this trend and stop it in its tracks....

Pied French Bulldogs look like miniature bulldogs and have become one of the most beloved dog breeds all over the world. Many of these pups are brown, black, white, or sable and they’re known for their blue eyes and small builds. “Frenchies”, as they’re often called, are one of the most stunning dog breeds that you’ll come across these days. They’re growing more in popularity and their beautiful coat, easy-going personality, and compatible size has made them one of the most sought-after dog breeds today...