Domestication of The Dog

Domestication of The Dog

by William Mackenzie March 7, 2010, in Dogs

Once wild and free, the dog came in from the wild, tempted by the warmth of a fire, and the smell of an easy meal.

Myths About Cats

Myths About Cats

by Ruby Hawk November 28, 2009, in Cats

Let’s look at a few myths about cats and and sort out facts from myths. Must cats live outside to be happy? Or can they be happy and satisfied indoors?

Go Wild! The Exotic Hybrid Cat

Go Wild! The Exotic Hybrid Cat

by Sophie Scripter October 4, 2009, in Cats

It’s a combination of wild cat and domestic. The Savannah breed isn’t just exotic, it can also make a great pet.

Genetically Modified Cats: The Toyger

Genetically Modified Cats: The Toyger

by CaSundara September 3, 2009, in Cats

A continuous procession of new cat breeds is flooding the pet market, so let’s investigate the new "Toyger" (supposedly a miniature, tame Tiger) and find out if it does what it says on the tin.

Most Stray Pets Really Aren’t

Most Stray Pets Really Aren’t

by B Nelson January 25, 2009, in Pets

Many people refer to pets they see wandering as “stray” pets. While this may be true in some definitions, in reality by looking at pets in this way we do them a disservice and sometimes fail to see the true situation. Most “strays” didn’t just wander off.

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.

Taming Feral Cats and Wild Kittens

Taming Feral Cats and Wild Kittens

by B Nelson January 21, 2008, in Cats

All too often somebody does not look after their cat correctly and it turns feral, or a cat gives birth to kittens who are wild. Here are some methods for returning these animals to domestic bliss.