Child Friendly Dogs

Child Friendly Dogs

by Orange Pie March 4, 2010, in Dogs

A list of dogs that are good around kids.

Most Popular Cat Names in America

Most Popular Cat Names in America

by spectacular March 3, 2010, in Cats

These are the most popular cat names in America, this is amazing.

Canine Virtuoso: The New Guinea Singing Dog

Canine Virtuoso: The New Guinea Singing Dog

by Mark Gordon Brown February 17, 2010, in Dogs

The New Guinea Singing Dog has one of the most beautiful vocalizations in the animal kingdom. Sadly, their sublime song may be lost forever.

Fear Me, Love Me, Worship Me: A History of the Domestic Cat

Fear Me, Love Me, Worship Me: A History of the Domestic Cat

by CaSundara September 9, 2009, in Cats

We humans have kept cats as pets for thousands of years. At times we’ve also persecuted them quite mercilessly, often due to such superstitious beliefs as "a cat can suck the breath out of a baby" and "eating a cat’s brain will make you invisible".

Should I Breed my Cat?

Should I Breed my Cat?

by B Nelson June 11, 2009, in Cats

For some people this is not even a question they ask, they simply let their cat out one day and it comes back pregnant, delivering a litter of kittens 64 days later. Unfortunately this is what contributes to the 2-4 million cats and kittens put down in shelters yearly in the United States alone. Should you breed your cat? Very likely the answer is NO!

Comparison of Puppy Development Between Domestic Dogs and Their Wild Relatives

Comparison of Puppy Development Between Domestic Dogs and Their Wild Relatives

by Victoria Osborne November 10, 2008, in Dogs

Domestic dogs are the pets we keep at home. Their wild relatives include species such as foxes, wild dogs etc. When the offspring of these species (puppies) are developing, there is a noticeable difference in how they do this and the outcome of it.

Usual Pets: Cats

Usual Pets: Cats

by Mark Gordon Brown November 6, 2008, in Cats

Cats are common house pets, but they too are not a perfect pet for everyone. Here are some things to consider if you are thinking about getting a cat for a pet.

Curious Cats

Curious Cats

by B Nelson September 22, 2008, in Cats

How unique is your cat? Did you know that all tabby cats have the letter “M” on their foreheads? What about these other curious cats?

Bring Your Cats Indoors

Bring Your Cats Indoors

by Lindsay Dean September 15, 2008, in Cats

The average indoor cat can live anywhere from 15-20 years. On the other hand, most outdoor cats only live around 1-5 years.