It is a well known fact that pets have a short life span when compared to that of a human being.

This is a true story. Years ago I worked at an animal shelter, an SPCA, we housed lost and found pets as well as owner surrendered ones. I only once was every really scared by a dog. It was not a Rottweiler, not a Chow or a Pit. The dog that gave me my most scary dog encounter was a Black Lab.

I grew up with several species of pets. As a child my father kind of spoiled me with many pets. But with all good intentions, it did not always worked out and this article might show mistakes parents might make on buying a pet for their kid.

Sometimes young animals get themselves into the worst predicaments. This is a true story of one of my experiences with my pet sheep. It is a story of a tragedy that was avoided.

The Sugar Glider – most people will still give you a quizzical look when you mention that you have one as a pet. When introduced to them though, you can soon see why those who own them call them the cutest pocket pets on the planet.

The Turkish Angora Rabbit, when ready for a show, looks like it originates several hundred light years away. Take a look at this giant Tribble, which might well have Worf in a flap.

Who is the gruff looking buck below? There is something familiar about him but this is no standard goat, no sir. This is the pygmy version and as such is a cousin of the variety we generally picture when the animal comes up in conversation. Welcome to the world of the pygmy goat.

A common first pet is the Goldfish. There is an amazing range of variety in these fish from the simple to the bizarre.

Jade shares her love, life and lessons over the 13 years she shared with her English Mastiff, Lilly. Lilly of the Low Country’s passing has provided Jade with an opportunity to be a better parent and she shares "how" to be more mindful and attentive to what matters most for her family while learning to prepare and assist our children through the life cycle of a beloved family pet.