Anyone who has ever watched their dog wince in pain from a misstep knows the feeling of helplessness a puppy in distress can evoke. They don’t complain about much (unless, of course, dinner is late o...
When you first bring home man’s best friend you probably do everything in your power to make your poochy pal comfortable. He likely has his own bed, plenty of toys, and perhaps even a wardrobe ...
Pets are faithful creatures who are always there to provide you with their propitious company especially during troubled times. Pets give unconditional love to their owners. Only the ones who have pe...
Every day, an estimated 1,000 Americans seek emergency care for dog bites – often leading to the responsible dogs getting euthanized. But here’s the thing: it doesn’t have to be this way. Most of the...
Spring is in the air and puppy fever will soon be burning through the veins of the best of us. Breeders flood the classifieds and shelters fill up with unwanted litters. Pet shops and rescues, perhap...
Cats can be incredibly demanding when it comes to their food. Depending on how vocal your cat is, their pleading cries to be fed can be very misleading. My cat, Duke, meows like it’s going out of fas...
It’s no secret; dogs often come into contact with some seriously gnarly stuff when they’re playing outdoors. One of the worst of these are fleas, which can make both you and your dog completely miser...
It’s widely accepted that the majority of horses are “good” but without proper care or handling, good behaviour can quickly give way to bad behaviour. There are a variety of reasons for this bad beha...
Having a dog around the office is a great way to reduce stress and increase morale among employees. Most people like having a dog around and a charismatic pup may soon become the office mascot. Howev...
Dog groomers need a variety of tools and equipment to be able to do their jobs well. In order to maintain a high quality of care for animal clients and provide quality, professional services, there a...
I’m going to start off by saying that I have three different birds: two beautiful lovebirds named Charlie and Lola (or baby Charles and Lolita), and a daft little parakeet named Oteill. The lovebirds...
Whether you are crazy about cats or devoted to dogs, one thing is for sure, you’ll want to make sure they are protected should anything untoward happen to them. Unfortunately, costs for your pet can ...
There are people who like dogs and then there are dog lovers. You know the type. The ones who talk about their dogs like they’re humans, the ones who always have a picture of their pooch on han...
If you’re a pet owner, you know just how loveable and adorable pets can be. You also probably know how mischievous and cunning they can be as well. The Pet Hooligans blog was started as a way for pet...
It may be difficult for animal lovers to understand why certain species of cute and cuddly creatures are not able to be legally owned because owning a pet that no one else has is very tempting. Howev...
Whether you live alone or have a family having a pet around can be great for the residents of your home. Pets are a great way to teach children responsibility, relieve stress and just provide a littl...
Worming your cat or dog is an extremely important part of protecting him or her from harmful parasites that could negatively affect his or her health. A comprehensive worming treatment plan, discusse...
Dogs, just like people, can become very anxious when they have to fly on an airplane, particularly if they’ve never done it before. Since many flights force larger breeds of dogs to fly in the cargo ...
Whether you are dog sitting a friend’s pet for an overnight or you are introducing a new furry friend to the family, first time doggy introductions can be tricky. Even if your dogs are the frie...
Your pet is so much more than just a furry friend. He’s an integral part of the family. You give him the best food and care, and he returns the favor with loads of love and affection. And like ...
When I first got my adorable Shih Tzu, Coco, I did a lot of research about Shih Tzu health and her veterinary needs. But despite all the reading, I could not be prepared for her first nervous trip to...
Horses aren’t usually considered to be ‘high-risk’ when it comes to tapeworms, but recent evidence suggests otherwise. The most common assumption is that you become infected by them through the consu...
I recently got a kitten when she was about 8 weeks old. Crying the entire way home, she seemed distraught and terrified enough to make me question whether I was doing the right thing in taking on the...
Throughout the chaos of modern life, one thing is constant; we all like to look our best. Whether it’s for that important dinner-date, or simply for an afternoon walk to the shops, no one likes to fe...
Fleas are a pesky external parasite that can affect any dog, regardless or age or breed. Fleas can be easily transferred and can case huge problems for your dog, and for you! The biting fleas feed ab...
For many of us, when it comes to our pets, they are just like one of the members of the family. So, when it comes to taking family vacations, it’s barely conceivable to imagine leaving our pets...
When it comes to caring for man’s best friend (or any pets, really), most people are willing to lay down the cash required for food, toys, bedding, and other necessities (hygienical goods and s...
You may not know this, but pets can be just as prone to motion sickness as humans are. And if you fail to address this stressful situation, it could cause your pet so much anxiety that it becomes dif...
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