Having a sturdy cat carrier can mean a less stressful trip when dealing with a feisty feline. We take our pets to the vet, airport, and on vacation, and you want to be able to use a carrier that has convenient features for you while still being comfortable and spacious for your cat. Realistically, the ultimate goal of choosing the right carrier is to protect your cat with something that isn’t going to fall apart....
If it takes a lot to engage your cat, it might be worthwhile to find a remote control cat toy. Remote control cat toys are better options than automatic cat toys because you can directly engage with your cat so that you can both enjoy playtime together. These toys also have a wider range, so your cat will have fun chasing them longer distances. There are several different kinds of remote control cat toys, so make sure to read our reviews of the best ones so that you can buy one that your cat is sure to love....
When you first think of insects, a great pet isn’t the term that exactly comes to mind. However, some of these creepy-crawlies make for some pretty interesting pets and companions. While they’re not going to snuggle with you and keep you warm at night, they can provide a sense of pride and ownership as a pet owner. Let’s take a look at 10 of the most interesting insects that make great pets!...
Silkie chickens are arguably one of the most beautiful chicken breeds, and although they are most commonly found in white, they can come in a wide range of other beautiful colors too. Silkies come in two distinct variations: bearded and non-bearded. Bearded Silkies have an extra beard, or “muff,” of feathers underneath their beak. Silkies are definitely one of the most unique and unusual chicken breeds, and in addition to their unique coloring, they have an extra fifth toe and blue earlobes!...
There are several beautiful black and white cat breeds. Often, the markings on these cats are described as tuxedo or piebald. Despite this, the tuxedo cat isn’t a specific breed. It’s just a way to describe color. The feline looks like they’re wearing a formal suit, hence the term. While many mixed breeds can have this coloration, there are a few purebred cats with this coloration. We’ll take a look at some of these popular breeds with this coloring....
Living in a region of the world where the winters are far from temperate creates issues for everyone, concluding humans and horses. Your horses need protection from the elements just as much as you do when the temperature drops to wintertime lows and those chilly Northern winds pick up. Having a winter horse blanket on hand for freezing night and daytime temperatures goes a long way in protecting your horse and acts as an effective guard against moisture....
It’s pretty common knowledge that cats love to climb and be high off the ground to watch over their environment. There are numerous ways to give your cat the vantage point they love by placing cat shelves on your wall or getting them a cat tree to play and sleep on. But what about when they want to get from one vantage point to another? That’s what cat bridges are for!...
Cute and colorful budgies are popular pets for many reasons, one of which is how easy they are to keep and care for. Clean, safe housing and a balanced diet are the primary factors involved in keeping your budgie healthy. But what foods should be part of that balanced diet and how do you know if they’re safe? Before you feed your pet budgie any new food, of course, you want to make sure it won’t make them sick or even worse....
Just in case you have forgotten, your guinea pigs are probably starving and need you to feed them ASAP. At least that is what they want you to think every time they squeal nonstop to get food. Next time you are looking to spice up their snack time, you can feed your guinea pigs mushrooms, a snack that is completely safe and nutritious on occasion. Since cavies love to get their teeth into just about any food, they will love to try out some new fresh mushrooms....
Height: 12–24 inches Weight: 30–100 pounds Lifespan: 8–12 years Colors: Bi-color Suitable for: Active families with previous dog-owning experience Temperament: Protective, active, confident The Dachshund Rottweiler mix is a unique dog indeed. This mixed breed is often referred to as the Dachsweiler. Sadly, it is difficult to predict much at all about this breed because they can vary considerably. You may end up with a dog that is as massive as a Rottweiler or one that is much closer to a Dachshund in size....
Chickens can be unpredictable picky eaters. Some chickens may love one food, while others may refuse to eat it. These inconsistencies make many chicken owners question a chicken’s sense of taste. In short, chickens do have a sense of taste, but it’s very different from how humans experience taste. How Much Can Chickens Taste? The types of flavors that humans and animals can taste depend on their taste buds. The more taste buds you have, the more intense flavors become for you....
Most dogs prefer to drink cool water, and this remains true in both cold and warm environments! Providing enough fresh water is absolutely critical for your dog’s health, and pet fountains are a great way to encourage your companion to drink enough to stay healthy and full of energy. Pay attention to your pet’s particular preferences and provide plentiful water at whatever temperature your companion appears to enjoy the most. And just in case you’re wondering, it’s perfectly safe to allow your buddy to drink icy cold water if that’s what they enjoy....
Many horse people know the axiom, “You have to earn your spurs,” with good reason. Spurs in the wrong hands can be painful and unethical to the horses. At the same time, spurs can be helpful tools that do not hurt horses when used correctly. For this reason, there is no one-size-fits-all answer to the question, “Is it ethical to use spurs?” In some hands, spurs are completely unethical, whereas they are helpful and pain-free in another’s....
Height: 23 – 25 inches Weight: 30 – 70 pounds Lifespan: 12 – 15 years Colors: Gold, chocolate, cream Suitable for: Active families, houses with a backyard, children Temperament: Loving, friendly, intelligent The Double Doodle is one of the more interesting dog breeds in that it is a mix of mixed dog breeds, which is relatively unusual and complex. You will create a Double Doodle by mixing a Golden Doodle with a Labradoodle....
Height: 18-21 inches Weight: 40-55 pounds Lifespan: 12 to 14 years Colors: White, fawn, brown, liver, grey, red Suitable for: Hunting, families, singles Temperament: Intelligent, lively, friendly, versatile, courageous, outgoing The German Spaniel, also known in their native Germany as the Deutscher Wachtelhund or German Quail Dog, has historically been used as a versatile and capable hunting dog. The breed is not well known outside of German hunting circles but is slowly gaining popularity around the world....
Bringing home a new kitten is nothing short of exciting. You’re excited to play with your kitten and see what all he can get into. However, it can be worrisome to bring that kitten home and find out that he is sleeping a lot. It may even lead you to wonder if something is wrong with your kitten. But if your kitten seems to be sleeping more than anything else, don’t worry....
If you’re looking at purchasing a Cockatoo, it’s vital that you get everything they need before you bring them home. But the last thing that you want is to spend a ton of money on a cage only to realize that it’s too small after the fact and you can’t return it. That’s why we created this comprehensive guide to walk you through everything that you need to know to get the right-sized cage for your Cockatoo the first time....
If you know anything about cockatoos, you already know that they are very high-maintenance birds. However, they are funny, lovable, and intelligent as well. Your cockatoo will need constant contact and care with you as his pet parent, especially as a baby. It’s difficult to tell a baby cockatoo apart from similar birds when it’s born unless your breeder can confirm the species. The eggs of a cockatoo look like chicken eggs, and the hatchlings tend to look like any other baby bird out there, so it would be easy to be fooled....
Sheep are a domesticated animal, usually bred for their fleece, meat, and their milk. Hundreds of different breeds exist, and they are considered one of the most important of all farming animals, with an estimated one billion in existence today. A ram is a male sheep, sometimes known as a buck, and a young ram is called a ram lamb. In some parts of the world, especially the UK, the ram is called a tup, which means that the mating season is called the tupping season....
If you’re a history buff or a fan of Oscar-winning cinema, you’ve probably heard of General Patton: one of the most famous American generals from World War II. In the film and many photos, General Patton is accompanied by a dog, but what breed of dog did General Patton have? General Patton was a lifelong lover of the Bull Terrier, an old and famous British breed that is less popular now than it once was....
