“Puppies Are Dicks” What?

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A book with an unforgettable name, “Puppies Are Dicks” was written by Eric Sims. Why does the author have such a strong opinion about puppies? Perhaps it is because puppies from a dog store come from a puppy mill or a breeder. Puppy owners spend hundreds or even thousands of dollars to buy the puppy of their choice. Eric challenges us to take a hard look at this concept. Is it morally right to do this when there are thousands of older dogs who need adopting in local shelters? Every year, approximately 3.9 million dogs enter animal shelters across the country. According to the ASPCA, about 1.2 million of these… Read More Continue Reading

Can Dogs Sense Pregnancy?

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Although there is yet to be scientific proof as such, the answer appears to be yes. Dogs have an astonishing way of sensing changes in the world around them and this may include when their owner is pregnant. Dogs are experts at reading human body language and behavior. It has already been shown that some dogs can detect when a person has cancer or is about to have a seizure. The connection between dogs and humans is very strong. When a dog’s owner becomes pregnant, there are several things that the dog can detect. After a woman gets pregnant, her body chemistry changes. This can cause her to have a… Read More Continue Reading
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Breedr for WordPress: The Ultimate Breeding Website Plugin

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Finally! Dog breeders have been struggling to find a reliable and professional solution to cheaply create, run, maintain and update their dog breeding website. The solution just arrived with the new WordPress breeder plugin, Breedr for WordPress. Why Do Dog Breeders Need Their Website? Websites are ubiquitous today. It’s like a business card. You cannot operate successfully without having one. All your customers expect you to have a website, even a simple one. If a potential buyer is choosing between you and another breeder, a good-looking breeding website will often be the tipping point. It’s also a great way to stay in constant touch with your current prospects and old customers. A lot of dog… Read More Continue Reading

PBS and BBC Announce “Big Blue Live”

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It was recently announced by BBC and PBS that they are to product together a live television and multimedia event, called Big Blue Live. It is a collaborative project between scientists, filmmakers, photographers and animal behaviorists. In late August and early September, they will come together in order to document the progress of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary in California. It seems that this ecosystem that was once threatened, is now thriving. When you watch “Big Blue Live,” you may expect to see one or several of the most fascinating marine creatures that include humpback whales, blue whales, sea lions, dolphins, elephant seals, sea otters, great white sharks, shearwaters… Read More Continue Reading

5 Exotic Pets and How to Care for Them

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Pot Bellied Pig You need to have a well-defined space for your pig to stay in. A kitchen or a laundry room will do nicely. Leave the carrying crate in the space, so they feel comfortable. Next, you will need to set up a litter box. You will need a pan that is shallower than what a cat uses, so the pig can step in and out. Place the litter box away from the sleeping area and line it with wood chips or newspaper, not kitty litter as they will eat it. Prepare a sleeping area for your pig by setting up a card table and draping blankets over it.… Read More Continue Reading

Heartwarming: Elephants Console Each Other

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Elephants have proven to be some of the smartest land animals, able to figure out puzzles and comprehend human instructions without any training ahead of time. In addition to being very smart, they are very emotional creatures. They have shown to be very sensitive when disturbing events happen within their units. A recent study concluded that elephants are very compassionate and will comfort one another in times of suffering. This study was conducted by Joshua Plotnik and Frans de Waal and was published in PeerJ. The fact that elephants express empathy shouldn’t amaze us too much, as they are very social and intelligent creatures. This means that having respect and… Read More Continue Reading

The First Dog Game Console

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Developed by a team of cognitive scientists and neuroscientists who call themselves CleverPet, the CleverPet device is known as the first dog game console. In its initial kickstarter campaign, CleverPet soared past their goal of $100,000 and reached $123,988. It works by utilizing a Wi-Fi connection to the unit. It has three buttons, which light up one at a time. In the beginning, the machine gives your dog a treat any time he touches a button. Next, it will only give your dog a treat when he touches a button that is lit up. After that, it creates puzzles for the dog to solve. It even speaks to the dog,… Read More Continue Reading

Dogs Are More Social with Oxytocin

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About Oxytocin Produced naturally by the brain, oxytocin is a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. It has been given many different names. It is called the love hormone, cuddle chemical, bliss hormone and trust hormone. The production of oxytocin causes several effects in the body, including affecting the uterus and breast milk. It is also released into different parts of the brain which are associated with emotional, cognitive and social behaviors. Researchers are beginning to discover how oxytocin affects behavior, including how it affects love. Thus far, scientific research has shown that oxytocin has the ability to affect how mothers bond with their children, how couples bond with each… Read More Continue Reading

How to Exercise Your Dog Indoors

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Many dog owners find that they don’t find enough time in the day to take their dog out for exercise. Rainy days or extreme summer heat may have you wanting to stay indoors. If this is the case, no problem. Here are some exercises that you can do with your dog in the house. One great way to exercise your dog is to get him to run up and down the stairs. It is an excellent way to get your dog tired out. The steps are an extra bonus as they put different muscles to work than what are used on a regular walk or run. They also make it… Read More Continue Reading

Pet-Friendly Hotel Chains

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Whether you are arriving by car or by air, traveling is much more of an adventure when you bring your pets with you. Here are a few hotel chains that will welcome you and your pets with open arms. Best Western Looking for an inexpensive place for you and your pets? With over 1,600 pet-friendly locations available, Best Western is a great place to start. They allow guests 2 dogs that are up to 80 pounds each in their rooms. Some allow you to bring your cats as well. Depending on the location, guests will be charged a maximum of $20 per day to keep their pets with them. Amenities… Read More Continue Reading