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Choosing the Right Horse For You in 7 Steps

So you have made the decision to leap into the world of horse ownership. If you are a first time buyer and you have the time and financial ability to commit to a horse, then the next thing to consider...

How to Keep Your Home Pet-Safe This Holiday Season

When news that a kitten died after eating Christmas tree needles was brought to my attention, I felt compelled to research lesser-known holiday hazards. I was surprised to learn that lilies (and other holiday plants) are far more toxic to...

How to Avoid a Collision With an Animal

The month of November is the deadliest for wildlife on our roads. Larger animals, like moose and deer tend to travel more during the fall mating season and are attracted to the salt used on icy roads. As such, I...

Want to Be Healthier and Happier? Interact With Animals

There have been numerous studies that clearly prove the health and safety benefits to humans when they interact with therapy animals. But what about the physical and emotional effects of just being in the presence of animals? And is it...

LA: Shoppers Flock to Vegan Fashion Shop-Up

PETA’s first-ever Vegan Fashion Shop-Up in Los Angeles this past weekend was a smash success, with more than 400 shoppers — including PETA celebrity pals Elaine Hendrix, Victoria Summer, and Dr Drew co-host Samantha Schacher — hitting up the free...

Bonding Made Easy: Tips for Introducing a Cat to a Child

Whether you are a new parent or a grandparent, cats and children require supervision when they first meet. It can take weeks for a cat to adjust to a baby or child in your home. Yet the benefits of having...

Hairballs in Cats: Prevention, Safe Remedies, and Warnings

For over 40 years, I've always had a least one cat in my life. Several of them suffered from the odd hairball and a few had a serious problem with them. While I fostered kittens, I had a chance to...

Revealing The Ugly Side Of Beauty

Beauty comes in many shapes and sizes. What it doesn’t come in though, is a laboratory where animals are tested upon to ensure that cosmetics are safe for human use. That’s why the Be Cruelty-Free Australia campaign is bringing attention to...

21 Destructive Habits of Horrible Pet Owners

The Internet has exposed us to many things. Some things...

Rules to Live By - The 10 Dog Commandments

One of the biggest joys of dog ownership is that they are so loyal and will continue loving their owners unconditionally no matter what. Their actions may seem silly, but sometimes it seems as though some pretty complex thoughts are...

Pampered Pups - The New Yorker Hotel Caters to Westminster Dog Show Competitors

The claws are ready to come out as once again as the annual Westminster Dog Show is officially underway. From tiny Chihuahuas that fit in your hand to Great Danes as big as a person, just short of 3,000 dogs...

Enjoying Wild Animals Outside of Captivity

Although it is not at the forefront of everyone's attention, the debate over whether animals should be left in the wild or if it is ethical to keep them in captivity still rages around the world. Those who oppose captivity...

Witness a Baby Polar Bear Cub Open His Eyes for the First Time

It isn't every day you get to see something so magical as a 33 day old baby polar bear open his eyes and see the world for the first time. In this video, taken at the Hellabrunn Zoo in Germany, two...

Have You Ever Met a Munchkin Cat?

Munchkin's are a relatively new breed of cat that received full recognition in 2003. This breed of cat is often referred to as the "Dachshund of the cat world" and are recognizable by their very short legs, which are caused...

Super Mario Bros Cat Complex - The Gamer's Kitty Complex

For cats who have been around long enough to remember the original NES Super Mario Bros, we have an awesome product brought to you buy CatastrophiCreations on Etsy. The crew over at CatastrophiCreations have made a ton of cool...

New Years Resolutions To Help The Animals - 10 Ways To Help Animals This Year

This year, instead of making the usual New Year's resolutions to lose 10 pounds or exercise every day, try making a resolution that you will actually keep – and help some animals in need. No matter where you live, there is...

Glendale Is 'Top Dog' Destination for Travellers with Pets

Pack your bag Fido: The city of Glendale in Arizona has been named the regional runner-up in Dog Fancy magazine’s 2013 DogTown USA ranking. With a dog population of 43,000, the city prides itself on offering dog-friendly businesses, attractions and amenities. The...

Stress Is A Pest - How To Help Your Pet To Have A Happy Holiday

The Christmas and New Year's holidays can be just as stressful for animals as they are for people. All of the new people arriving at the front door… all the noise and excitement… all of the oddly shaped boxes… and...

Make An Animal-Lover Smile This Christmas - Give A Gift That Gives

This is one of the best gifts that you can give to an animal-lover. Many wildlife organizations offer this service, including Defenders of Wildlife and the World Wildlife Fund. Symbolically adopting a tiger or an elephant can cost as little...

Woah There - Wind Down With An Equestrian Escape In Tucson

Tucson likes to keep true to its cattle ranch roots. Today horseback riding is still as big a part of life in the Arizona town as it was in Wild West times. So saddle up at a guest ranch, resort...

Arizona - An Executive Chef For Your Pet?

So your four-legged-friend is a bit of a diva at heart? They require their own room service menu and demand a personalized map of the surrounding area so that they can make the very most of their leisure time? Then your...

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