A bill that was introduced to New Zealand Parliament in May of 2013 was recently passed, bringing new recognition to animal law. The Animal Welfare Amendment Bill states what pet owners and scientists have known for years – that animals like humans are ‘sentient’ beings. In other words, animals have feelings and can experience both […]
Unleash This Summer’s Potential: 10 Tips to Making the Most Out of Your Summer With Your Dog!
Summer is the perfect season to spend some time with your canine companion! With the nice weather and the seemingly endless possibilities, the sky is the limit! But beware: summer will be over in the blink of an eye. Here are ten tips to making the most out of your summer with your furry friend! […]
Canine Angels On A Leash Help To Heal Children!
Animal lovers know in their hearts the benefits of being around four-legged creatures. And for years, research and science have been showing the positive impact animal-assisted therapy has for patients, families and caregivers. That is why the Westminster Kennel Club created their Angel On A Leash program – providing patients and their families with another […]
Focus! Jeff Cremer Tips To Taking Great Wildlife Photos!
Perhaps one of the most thrilling uses of cameras is to photograph wildlife. The excitement and serendipity that interact when snapping shots of a macaw in flight, for example, can truly mesmerize. However, for those who have never done it before and do not have the equipment (let alone know what equipment they […]
Happy Thanksgiving! Tips For Caring For A Feathered Friend
The two-legged species known as humans are the proud “parents” of all different types of animals: dogs, cats, turtles, lizards, hamsters, ferrets and even horses. So, why not birds? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you decided to raise and love a parakeet or a canary? Would it be strange to hear […]
Places to Avoid Taking Your Dog… Car Wash – Tennis Match – Hawaiian Luau
Without hesitation I can say that my best friend in the world is my Rottweiler, “Tuf-Puf”. I named her “Puf” because she looked like a puffball as a puppy, but I didn’t think that she would grow to weigh ninety-two pounds as an adult dog. I added “Tuf” to her name when she was two-years-old […]