Maybe you just stumbled onto your dog or cat playing with a tree frog and need to know what to do now. Or perhaps you’re considering adding a tree frog to your home, and you want to know if they’re compatible. The truth is that most of the time, tree frogs are completely harmless to humans, cats, and dogs, but there are a few exceptions to this. Here, we’ve broken down what to expect from tree frogs depending on who is interacting with them....
Height 9.5 – 11.5 inches Weight 12 – 18 pounds Lifespan 14 – 15 years Colors White, white and buff, white and apricot, white and cream Suitable for Anyone looking for a smart, low-shedding, allergy-friendly breed with personality Temperament Playful, curious, peppy, charming, gets along well with everyone, human or animal Recognizable for their fluffy white coats and happy expressions, the Bichon Frise is a popular little dog who wants to be friends with everyone they meet!...
Fleas are one of the most annoying problems you and your cat will face, especially if yours is an outdoor kitty. Not only are fleas annoying due to their bites and the itch they cause, but they also carry or transmit several diseases, including tapeworms. Fleas are also a fatal problem for kittens and cause “cat scratch disease” transmission between humans and cats. For these reasons and several more, fleas need to be controlled, so they don’t affect you, your cat, and the rest of your family....
Iguanas are herbivores, which means that they should mostly be eating plant matter — specifically, mostly leaves. In the wild, they eat whatever they can find. In captivity, this often takes the form of leafy green veggies, like spinach. Generally speaking, animal-based foods like crickets are too high in protein for iguanas to consume regularly. Simply put, they don’t need that much protein. Therefore, crickets are not an appropriate part of an iguana’s normal diet....
Have you ever been chased by an angry rooster? If so, then you’ve most likely seen those dangerous-looking spurs on the back of their feet and tried your best to avoid them. Then again, you could be under the impression that a rooster’s spurs aren’t dangerous since they are on the back of their legs. Unfortunately, you’re wrong. Very wrong. A rooster’s spurs are sharp and quite dangerous, there’s no doubt about that....
When it comes to naming your dog it seems there are some names that are just more common and better suited for a certain breed than others. Sometimes how we name our dog is dependent on their fur types, like naming your Pomeranian “Fluffy”, or the shape of their body, like calling a Dachshund “Hot Dog”. Some names are also more suitable in terms of how big or small the dog is, but out of all these examples, the real defining factor is the dog’s breed....
Length: 3.5 – 4 inches Weight: 0.5 – 1.5 ounces Lifespan: 1 – 3 years Colors: Ash gray to dark brown with stripes Temperament: Easy to tame, sociable Best Suited For: First-time hamster owners, families without small children If you’re looking for a hamster with the size and sociability of a Campbell’s Russian and the personality and temperament of a Syrian hamster, then you’re in luck. The Dwarf Winter White hamster is perfect for you....
Review Summary While no one brand is “perfect”, this article will analyze Essence Pet Foods, a popular but limited-selection North American pet food brand. Essence deserves a closer look if you’re looking for high-quality and don’t mind a higher price. As is typical with many other newer pet food brands, Essence’s recipes emphasize quality whole meat and fish sources. Their Limited Ingredient recipes contain at least 85% fish or animal protein....
Note: This article’s statistics come from third-party sources and do not represent the opinions of this website. You may not think goats have a huge role to play in the world because they’re not as commonly talked about as cows or sheep. As surprising as it may be, goat meat accounts for a fair amount of red meat consumption worldwide, with the meat being known as “chevon.” Not only do people use goats as a meat source, but they’re also used for milk, fiber, fur, and skins....
You’ve decided you want a pet but don’t have the space required for an energetic puppy or a cat with its abundant napping spots. Keeping fish allows you to wow your friends while making sure you still have plenty of space to keep your new pet happy. PetSmart is one of the many places you can buy everything you need for your new, or existing, fish. They have a wide variety of fishy friends to choose from, so we’ve put together this price guide to help you decide which aquatic creatures fit your budget the best....
Great Danes are considered medium- to heavy-shedding dogs, mostly do their large size. Although there are many reasons they shed so much, there are also several ways you can help reduce their shedding indoors to limit the effects of their excessive shedding. If you have a Great Dane or are considering adopting one, keep reading to learn more about this majestic breed and its shedding. Why Do Danes Shed a Lot?...
Often most pet owners will have their puppy get a vaccination shot several times in the first year of its birth. This shot immunizes these puppies from several fatal diseases that can be deadly such as rabies, parvo, and distemper. But how much do these shots cost? And how often do they need to be administered? As a puppy owner, you can be quite alarmed at the expense of these shots....
Miniature donkeys are fluffy and adorable creatures. This hardworking little beast is native to the Mediterranean basin, mainly Sardinia. To be classified as “miniature,” the donkey must not exceed 36 inches at the withers when fully grown. These are docile animals, particularly affectionate, robust, hardworking, and intelligent. Their small size, hardiness, and friendly temperament make them fantastic companions, provided that you have the space, time, and ability to care for them properly!...
Feeding your fish, the right quality foods is the first step in ensuring that they remain healthy. The food you choose to feed your fish plays a huge role in their longevity, growth, development, and coloration. With such a diverse amount of fish food on the market, deciding which food is right for your aquarium fish can be tricky. Although many people are used to the ‘old school’ method of fish feeding (throwing some cheap flakes into the tank), you will be surprised at how important your fish’s diet is for them....
At some point in your child’s life, they will beg you for a pet…daily! If you’ve reached that point, there are some tips you need to consider. Choosing your child’s first pet is exciting, but you can’t just get a pet for a child. Before deciding upon an animal, you’ll need to factor in your child’s age, how responsible they are, and more. That’s why we’ve put together these tips to help you find the perfect first pet for your little one!...
Hamsters are the faces of charm—small, round, furry, curious—and it can be tempting to acquire one on impulse. Although these pets can be easy to take care of than some pets, they still require a lot of commitment and care to help them thrive and have the healthiest lives. Most hamster parents may not know of is their pet’s grooming, shelter cleaning, and care. Unfortunately, negligent hamster cage cleaning doesn’t just make it stink; it can make your pet sick, not to mention you too!...
Toy Poodles are just scaled-down versions of their large counterparts, and they’re one of the easiest breeds to train. These little superstars are famous for their looks, but a well-trained toy Poodle can even be used as a service dog for people who need support and are often chosen as a support dog whose job it is to visit those in hospitals and hospices. Because of their intelligence, however, the toy Poodle will need plenty of mental stimulation but not as much physical stimulation as standard Poodles....
Our dogs and cats have been our companions for thousands of years. Humans have worshipped their pets and pampered them, showing how much we revere them. According to the American Pet Products Association (APPA), 70% of American homes have welcomed a pet into their lives. That’s up from 56% in 1988. To say we lavish love and attention on them is a gross understatement. Americans spent over $123.6 billion on their pets in 2021....
“The Sandlot” was a movie that came out in 1993, a family film featuring a group of boys playing baseball in a local sandlot. One of the standout actors in this movie was the dog, which went by the name of The Beast in the film. The Beast, a.k.a. Hercules, was an Old English Mastiff, an enormous breed of dog. Here, we give you more information about the dog in the movie and off the set....
Hairballs can be a fact of life for most cat owners. At some point or other, those adorable felines resort to gagging, heaving, and throwing up a rather disgusting pile of slimy fur. But perhaps your cat has been making coughing noises lately, and you’re not sure if they are trying to cough out a hairball or if there’s something else going on. Here, we look at the differences between coughing and vomiting hairballs in cats and when it might be time to make an appointment with your veterinarian....
