Although, many countries world wide celebrate after a fruitful harvest season, in America, Thanksgiving is more than a feast. It is being in the company of loved ones (friends, family, and our pets!) and continuing traditions that were passed on before our country even had a name. It is the oldest American holiday, dating back to 1621, when the pilgrims f...

Three cats in two continents have contracted the influenza A from the H1N1 virus, the American Veterinary Medical Association reported Thursday. In all three cases, their owners had themselves suffered from flu-like symptoms or been infected with the H1N1 virus themselves. Two of the cats died within days of being brought to the hospital, and one has sur...

Now you can publish a photo keepsake book about your best friend with Pet Story! Write a special story or make a breeder's portfolio, wildlife diary, animal memorial or much, much more. Simply layout your photos, drawings, stories and captions on the Design Pages included in the kit. Use the markers we provide or your own stickers, stamps and scrapbook ma...

Dogs and cats make ALL kinds of noises when they sleep...Many snore just as loud as a human, they'll yip, bark, snort, whine...all while sleeping... I don't think you have anything to worry about with your puppy...as long as he doesn't make wierd breathing noises when he's awake. My dog has vivid dreams and he sometimes start growling or barking in his ...

OUTGOINGA dog with this type of personality is friendly and sociable. He will be well adjusted if he receives regular training and lots of exercise. Outgoing dogs have a flexible temperament that adapts well to different types of environments provided he is handled correctly. They can be excellent family pets in the right type of household.ADAPTABLEThe ad...

To determine whether animals have personalities, we first have to define what a personality is, which is surprisingly difficult. Definitions of personality range from general to precise. For example, personality could merely entail any collection of traits, or might necessitate the traits be "unique," "dynamic" and "enduring"...

It is annoying when you are woken up in the middle of the night to your dog barking. As much as this is annoying to you just imagine what it is like for your neighbors. This is why it is important that you teach a dog not to bark excessively. As with any other behavior with a do you need to understand the reasons behind your dog, doing what it is they ar...

Just like people, dogs need a proper diet and the right amount of exercise to stay fit and healthy.Exercise for Better Behavior, Not WeightMany people exercise their dogs to maintain or reduce weight. This is only partially true. While exercise does help control weight, it should be done to increase your dog's fitness and for the emotional rewards it brin...

Sometimes, you are too busy to take your dog for a walk everyday, so your dog may getting fatter and fatter for the lack of exercise. It won't do any good to its health and if let this continue, your dog would be too fat to be control.So start from the basic, limit the food, don't let them eat too much. Go outside with your dog for the sake of your own he...

It's no coincidence that the two species that pass Hare's pointing test also share a profound cross-species bond. Many animals have some level of social intelligence, allowing them to coexist and cooperate with other members of their species. Wolves, for example--the probable ancestors of dogs--live in packs that hunt together and have a complex hierarchy...