The Hidden Benefits of Owning a Pony

The Hidden Benefits of Owning a Pony

by Frances Lawrence March 7, 2010, in Pets

Buying a pony for your child is not a decision to be taken lightly, it is a long term responsibility and an ongoing financial commitment. However horse riding and horse ownership has many benefits including some less obvious ones.

Finding an Old Horse

Finding an Old Horse

by B Nelson December 9, 2009, in Pet Stories

An owner recounts fond memories of an Arabian foal growing into a beautiful adult, selling her, and finding her once again.

Free Online Veterinarian Help

Free Online Veterinarian Help

by B Nelson October 20, 2009, in Health

Why take your pet to a real vet when you can get free help from strangers on the Internet?

Creatures Great and Small

Creatures Great and Small

by B Nelson June 29, 2009, in Pets

In the animal kingdom there are many extremes, from the largest animal, the blue whale, to the smallest, a microscopic parasite. From the tallest, a male giraffe, to the shortest, again a microscopic parasite of some type or another.

Rescuing Farm Animals

Rescuing Farm Animals

by B Nelson May 18, 2009, in Adoption & Rescue

Many people might have the idea of being noble and rescuing a farm animal and keeping it as a pet. But with few exceptions, it’s likely not a practical venture.

Supplies for Owning a Horse

Supplies for Owning a Horse

by B Nelson April 14, 2009, in Exotic & Unusual

There are really only two things a person needs in order to own a horse, one is a place to keep it, the other is money. However most people want more than an object to look at in the pasture. Let us look at what a person needs to have, and what they should have, and when to buy these supplies.

It Makes Me Want to Jump

It Makes Me Want to Jump

by B Nelson March 12, 2009, in Pets

Many of us have seen dogs jump in agility, we have seen horses jump at horse shows, we have seen dolphins leap into the air at Aquarium shows, and have pet cats that jump everywhere. I bet not too many have seen rabbit jumping contests though.

Care for Pregnant Pets

Care for Pregnant Pets

by B Nelson March 9, 2009, in Health

If you have pets you might consider breeding them at some point. This should never be entered lightly or on a whim. If you do find yourself caring for a pregnant pet you need to know a few things so the pregnancy goes well.

Outdoor Only Pets

Outdoor Only Pets

by Mark Gordon Brown October 28, 2008, in Birds

Some pets do very well to live outdoors all year long. I am not talking about a discarded house cat. I am referring to wonderful animals like Pheasants, Donkeys, Llamas, Ducks, and Sheep.