When most people think of rats, they picture the stereotypical New York City sewer version; giant rodents with red eyes that creep around at night. Even in Africa, rats have always been looked down upon as a nuisance, an infestation, and the last resort when there’s nothing else to eat for dinner. But […]
Cat Scratch 101: How to Have Harmony in the Home while Keeping the Claws
With 88 million cats taking advantage of the way we humans find them absolutely irresistible, Americans are no strangers to the odd shredded couch cushion, torn drapery, or ruined carpet. The fact of the matter is: Cat’s scratch. Sometimes it may feel like they scratch to spite us, but in truth scratching is a natural, […]
What Breed of Dog Matches your Child’s Personality?
Pair your child with the best pooch based on their personalities. In his book “The Modern Dog,” renowned psychologist and dog expert Stanley Coren states, “Pets provide children the opportunity to learn about, practice and become interested in nurturing living things.” That said, every child and breed have distinct personalities, and so certain breeds are […]
French Foods That Are Not BONE- Appetit!
Bonjour mon amies! Today is a special day for the French… it’s Bastille day, otherwise known as the French National Day! But that doesn’t mean that we can’t celebrate the holiday too! If you’re a big fan of either the country of France, or even just French food, today is the perfect excuse […]
Can Pups Chow Down On Pizza?
Everyone is tempted to share pizza with their pup. But don’t do it! We all know that dogs shouldn’t eat chocolate, but what in pizza could be so bad? It’s really just dough, tomatoes, and cheese (delicious, delicious cheese), right? Almost. Even though all three of those ingredients are perfectly fine for dogs (assuming […]
Cats Gone Wild: The Truth About Catnip
We all know that cats go crazy for catnip. It comes fresh, dried, in pellets, and even in sprays and oils, and it seems to be the ubiquitous star of all feline fantasies. And while most pet parents are familiar with this completely legal kitty narcotic, the truth behind catnip is a bit more complex […]