There are a number of compounds that are often listed as ingredients in homeopathic and natural supplements for cats. Among those most commonly found in homeopathic supplements are those using cantharis for cats and their UTI issues. Cantharis is the same substance that, when abused, is sometimes called “Spanish fly.” If you want to laugh, […]
Category: Pets
Why is the lion king of the jungle?
He is not the largest of the cat species. Siberian tigers are bigger than African lions. In fact, it’s not even the largest in the jungle. There are many other animals like elephants, rhinos that are bigger. So why is the lion considered the king of the jungle? I wondered about this for quite some […]
a ham dog
A “hamdog” is a fast food creation in Australia that has become popular there. The concept is to make a hot dog-sized depression in the center of a burger before grilling it and grilling a hot dog separately. Then place the grilled hot dog in the trough, which will cradle it when both meat items […]
Sanctions on North Korea: Is this the right approach?
China has agreed to a modified draft of sanctions against North Korea, however, Russia still resisted, although Russia’s ambassador to the UN has indicated that the draft goes in the right direction. Both China and Russia supported resolution 1718 that was imposed on North Korea after the 2006 nuclear test, yet neither country implemented the […]
Beagle Training – How To Choose A Good Beagle Partner!
Now that you’re thinking about getting a Beagle as a companion, you may be tempted to look at a few puppies first and pick the one with the behavior you want. But here’s a better tactic… try looking for a Beagle that enhances your personality. Find a pet that is the image of what you […]
Hamsters – The 3 Best Places to Buy a Hamster
Hamsters are beautiful creatures and make fantastic pets. However, when buying a hamster, it’s important to buy from a place that has treated the hamsters well and also makes sure they are healthy, happy, and used to human contact. Here are the 3 best places to buy a hamster, to ensure a long and happy […]
Why consider Beagle litter box training?
People who are having trouble housebreaking their beagle can get frustrated and desperate and will end up trying some very strange ideas that seem good at the time but have long-term negative effects. Litter box training is an example of an idea that sounds like a good temporary solution, but unless you’re prepared to make […]
Easing the transition for newly arrived foster children
Plan one or two “icebreakers” for the first day. We — two brothers, a sister and I arrived at our foster home two weeks before Halloween. On the ride from the orphanage, the social worker stopped by to refresh us with a glass of cider. When we expressed interest in them, she bought each of […]
“The divorce was absolute hell, however, counseling changed all that”
Relationships can enrich our lives, but they can also cause a lot of damage. Whether it’s a friend, spouse, or partner, any relationship comes with its share of challenges. And more often than not, working to resolve relationship issues can result in a healthier bond. But there are those relationships that, no matter how much […]
How can you effectively train your dog? patience is the key
If you are a hobbyist and have recently purchased a puppy or have an unwieldy dog at home, don’t feel that your training can wait until you find a professional dog trainer, or that you are inexperienced in training it. Your dog needs training and so do you. Training develops a sense of mutual respect […]