List of Pet Holidays

We all love holidays. Christmas, Thanksgiving, and Easter are my favorites but did you know there are holidays for pets too? (And they're not Dog Day Afternoons either!)... More
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The Best Pet-Friendly Hotels

I've read some lists of the hotels that are the most accepting of pets, but they lack some other important qualities I look for when booking a trip.... More
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Why Do Pigs Wallow in Mud?

Pigs and mud go together like cats and yarn, dogs and bones, hamsters and wheels. Like yarn, bones, and wheels, mud provides some physical benefits but it is... More
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Are Animals Ticklish?

Did you know that there are two types of tickling? One type of tickling is called "knismesis" and the other type is known as "gargalesis." Knismesis vs. Gargalesis... More
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Cat People vs. Dog People

Personality differences have always been a subject of study - researchers yearn to crack the code on deciphering behavior and possibly predicting it as well. Seemingly, findings on... More
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How to Move Houses With Pets

Even if you are moving to the next neighborhood over, your pets can get stressed out. First, they sense changes in the works even before implementation. They, just... More
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The Best Pets for Kids

If your kids want pets, they should have them. It's not spoiling them - it's teaching them a life lesson. The best time to instill values in humans... More
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Birdwatching for Beginners

Knowing your area is the most important aspect of beginning a birdwatching hobby. Research where you are, where you are going, and when you are going. Educating yourself... More
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Health Benefits of Having Pets

Even though I'm an avowed animal lover, I can't in good conscience back up the claims that having a household pet will indeed make you healthier. Here's what... More
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Benefits of Pets in the Workplace

The best companies are trying innovative strategies to attract and retain the finest employees. One of the more radical notions has taken root in start-ups and even with... More
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