Have a fennec fox as a pet

If you are interested in purchasing a pet that is a bit different from the norm, but you are a canine lover, you may want to consider getting a fennec fox. The fennec fox, also known as the desert fox, is a small canine that typically weighs only 2 to 3.5 pounds as an adult.

How to Own an Irish Wolfhound

“However, noble descendant of the fierce father of fighting. You are playing with my son by the fire tonight.” (Excerpt from The Hound of Heroes by William Dammarell) One is not so much “owning” an Irish Wolfhound as being “owned by” an Irish Wolfhound. I am currently “owned” by two, and wouldn’t have it any

The origins of the puggle: where do puggles come from?

The Puggle is a fairly new breed on the scene and is not really a purebred dog but rather a hybrid of a beagle and a pug. The Puggle started the “designer dog” revolution of crossbreeding. Puggles were first bred in the 1980s in the state of Wisconsin by Wallace Havens, a dog breeder. He

Pets can help the elderly avoid the need for psychotherapy

Depression is a serious problem for the elderly. The inability to perform normal day-to-day activities due to health, the death of a spouse or loved one, and isolation from friends and family can affect an older person’s well-being. Although therapists’ training includes specific care for their older patients, it may be a better course of

Benefits of a dog cage

Puppies and adult dogs alike, a dog crate can be a useful training tool for dogs of any age. Dogs naturally crave shelter even indoors, they will find it under a table, chair or bed, pretty much anywhere that makes them feel safe and secure. By providing a dog crate for your dog, you are

Border Collie Excessive Licking

Surely it happened to go to see a friend and as soon as you opened the door a dog came out and started licking your face like crazy. Or maybe you yourself have a dog that has to lick you every time you come home or when you pet it. This is a habit that

Finding a herbivorous pet for a herbivorous person

As a vegan I welcome a herbivorous pet of any kind into my home. While I have issues with the natural order of the circle of life, I find myself unable to feed one animal another, so all my little companions are happy little herbivores just like me. This article is meant to help any

Arizona dog breeds

Finding the perfect pet is difficult when there are so many different breeds to choose from. Use this guide to learn more about some of the different breeds available. alaskan malamutes The Alaskan Malamute is the oldest arctic dog breed in the world and was bred as a working dog. They were used to pull

Pet Pop Up Tents – Is It Worth The Investment?

You may be surprised to know that there is a wide variety of pop up tents available in the market. Whether you want to give your pet a taste of the great outdoors, let your dog carry his own tent when backpacking, or protect any of your older cats, you’ll find a tent that suits