German Shepherd's are highly intelligent dogs that are easily trainable. They are often used for service jobs such as seeing eye dogs, seizure detection dogs, police canine units and many other types of jobs that require lots of training. As long as they are properly trained, they are great at performing the duties that they are taught to do. ...read more
There are many different types of animals that are on the endangered species list. This means that if something is not done, they will become extinct. We must do what we can as a society to ensure that this does not happen by protecting these animals and helping them to survive so that they can reproduce in order to thrive as a species. ...read more
The coat on a Cocker Spaniel can often grow in long and thick. Learning to properly care for and clip their coat can save you money that you would normally have to spend to have your Cocker Spaniel groomed on a regular basis. Once you learn how to clip your Cocker Spaniel, it will be easy to keep up with the regular grooming that this breed requires. ...read more
Water turtles are a great choice for a pet for children and adults alike. They are easy to care for, and if purchased as babies they can become really tame and used to human handling. They are easy to care for and require low maintenance, so they make an ideal pet for someone that does not have a whole lot of time to care for a pet. ...read more
Dogs are social creatures and love to play. Interacting with their owners is what makes a healthy and happy pet. Find some fun dog games to play to keep your beloved pet's mind occupied. If you do not find ways to creatively interact with your animal, the dog may become bored and think up activities to do that are destructive. Any kind of game can be played. Find some interesting dog games and initiate playtime. ...read more
Many types of small dogs are prone to medical conditions such as slipping knee caps. Being aware of your dog will help notice any changes, along with periodically checking for other signs of this problem. While many times slipping knee caps are minor and will correct themselves, it can get serious enough to require medical attention. Slipping knee caps is also known as patellar luxation. ...read more
Labrador retrievers not only make good pets because of the mild tempers, but they are also very easy to care for. They have short hair, which means that they do not require any special type of grooming. You can easily groom them yourself at home. ...read more
Labrador retrievers are among the most poplar breeds to have as pets. They are not only a good choice for a family with children, but they are also among the easiest types of dog to house train. They can easily be house trained by following a few simple steps. ...read more
Poison oak can be as dangerous and uncomfortable for pets as it is for humans. Pets, like humans, are extremely succeptible to poison oak on any areas of the body that are exposed to the plant. By using tried and true remedies coupled with modern medicine, a pet's poison oak discomfort can be alleviated. ...read more
Homes all over the world feature one or more beloved pets, but many of these once desirable situations are made difficult by allergies. This commonly occurs when a child or new member of the home develops an allergy. Pet allergies create major problems for many homes, where the pets have lived for a decade or more. ...read more
You and your husband have wanted a pet for the longest time. You sit together thinking of different names. He likes Sammy for a boy, you like Sophie for a girl. Every time something comes on the Animal Planet channel referencing domestic pets, you drop everything that you are doing to watch. And now you and your husband have finally welcomed a new kitten into your home. Unfortunately, you have some nasty crashers. ...read more
There are many types of rodents that are commonly kept as domesticated pets. Pet rodents can be a great solution for someone who is looking for a easy to care for pet that will provide hours of fun and interaction between the pet and the owner. Knowing the different types of rodents that make good pets will help you to make an informed decision about which type of rodent you would like to have as your family pet. ...read more
The average pet owner may need to take into consideration what type of fence they would like to use for their pet(s). Learning how to build an electric fence for pets can come in handy. Electric fences are becoming increasingly popular because they are affordable to build and they offer a great deal of protection to pets. ...read more
The endangered animals list varies for each state or region in the United States. The animals on these important lists were hunted almost to extinction. Others are endangered due to habitat destruction or reduction. The majority of animals made a comeback, but some still struggle to survive. The animals listed on this guide have been saved from the endangered list. ...read more
There are two types of animals, Vertebrates are animals that have backbones and Invertebrates are animals that do not have backbones. Every known animal is in these two classes. The five classes of vertebrates are mammals, birds, fish, reptiles and amphibians. Humans are mammals, along with dogs and cats. ...read more