Now-a-days walking dogs has become a part of our lives. It’s a great way to get out of the house, a little exercise, and to have fun with your pup. As more and more dogs become smaller by breed preference we are neglecting the training they need to follow walking rules. Obviously with big dogs [...] [...more]
Sometimes the only humane thing to do is to put a dog to sleep. Just three weeks ago, Erica Daniel steeled herself to take that difficult step with Harper, a small puppy in her care. Daniel, 26, fosters dogs that need serious help, and Harper had come to her in the most desperate of circumstances. [...] [...more]
Avoid common errors, and keep your four-legged pal healthy and well-behaved. Mistake 1: Buying a pet spontaneously Why this is a mistake: That doggie in the window may be darling, but he might not be the right fit for your family or lifestyle. How to avoid it: Fully inform yourself before you bring home a [...] [...more]
When disaster strikes and people are buried in rubble, there’s often no better search tool than a dog’s nose. It’s a valuable asset that has already been utilized several times this year. Trained search dogs, along with their human handlers, have provided help in high-profile disasters such as the Japan earthquake in March and the [...] [...more]
REPORTS of dolphins interacting with dead members of their pod are raising questions about whether cetaceans understand the concept of death. Bottlenose dolphins in western Greece have been seen reacting to death differently depending on whether a pod member has died suddenly or after a longer period of illness, New Scientist has learned. Interpreting animal [...] [...more]