The Pet Whisperers
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Being a Dog Mom Changed My Life. Top Story - January 2018.
After debating whether being a full-time college student, part-time worker, and a full-time social butterfly would leave enough room to be a proper "full-time dog mom," I took a leap of faith into what I felt like was actual motherhood, and ended up adopting (I recommend adopting from your local shelter) an animal who has seemed to rescue ME more than I have rescued it.
By Kennedy Brown8 years ago in Petlife
Ball Python Care
Ball pythons (Python regius) are native to the continent of Africa. These docile serpents have been found in several countries to the west of the continent, such as Ghana, Nigeria, and the Central African Republic. These animals spend much of their time hiding in burrows, as they enjoy keeping to themselves.
By Briana Bayles8 years ago in Petlife
Essential Products Every New Puppy Owner Needs
Having a new puppy around the house makes it feel like Christmas every day. You're so excited to have a new buddy—especially one so small, furry, and cute! But don't forget that being a dog owner comes with a lot of responsibility. Handling a puppy can be difficult, because they don't know anything yet. You have to teach them the rules of the house, all the while making sure you have everything they need to be happy. Here are the essential products every new puppy owner needs to get on the right track.
By Ryder Paul8 years ago in Petlife
Best Self Cleaning Litter Boxes for the Cat Lover
You can take a dog on a walk and keep their waste far away from your home, but the same is not true for cats. If you have a cat or multiple cats, their leavings will occupy a corner of your house. With traditional kitty litter boxes, you have to scoop out the mess yourself; one of the main reasons I don't have a cat. However, thanks to improvements in technology, there are several self-cleaning litter boxes you can choose from. Here are some of the best self-cleaning litter boxes you can buy.
By Ryder Paul8 years ago in Petlife
Serving a Purpose
This is about my service dogs and myself with a little advice. Luna is pictured by the lake. Luna is the mother of Arlo, both dogs are a mix breed and they both serve a purpose for me, their owner and dog trainer. They are my Service dogs. Now how ridiculous is it that you just heard a dog trainer has a service dog. I am sure you are thinking about something along the lines of "now that is just not fair", well if it makes you feel any better it was not planned that I have one. Luna has a knack for being there when I have my panic attacks or anxiety issues, she has interrupted me many a times in stressful situations trying to ground me, she is really one of the key reasons I am able to do what I do without losing my composure. An example was a dog fight at the dog park that I helped break up, my nerves were shot and the fact that the other dog had an arterial bleed just made it worse. I was holding one of the dogs while the owner held hers and with shaky hands tried to stop the bleeding. Luna dropped playing with a ball, her favorite thing to do, and came right to my side, the same side the dog I was holding was on; I felt her head against my leg and then felt a sense of calmness, called the vet for the owner and went along with the day. On a side note the dog that had the arterial bleed is fine and back playing at the park. Luna really is an amazing dog. Yet she is not only in tune with me, she also loves to help and comfort others which makes her a wonderful candidate for animal assisted activities dog also known as a therapy dog.
By Kelsey Slaughter8 years ago in Petlife
What I've Learned From Owning a Shiba Inu
So on June 8, 2016, my husband (boyfriend at the time) and I were at a pet store so we could just play with a few puppies. We weren't thinking about bringing one home. That is until they brought Lucy out to us. The next day I came home from work and there is this Shiba Inu puppy running up to me and I don't know where it came from. At this point I knew ABSOLUTELY NOTHING about the breed except they were the dogs mostly used in memes because of their face. So the more I researched the breed and the longer that I've had her, I have learned a few things about them. So for those who are thinking about getting a Shiba, give these things a read to see if a Shiba Inu is right for you.
By Alix Nicole8 years ago in Petlife
What to Expect: Pup Owners
Ever since I was little, I always dreamt of having my very own pet. Of course I grew up with family pets; I think that's why I love animals so much. Pets give you a purpose; they depend on you to take care of them, love them, spoil them, discipline them, teach them. The list goes on and on. I got my first puppy this year, and I have learned a few things about what it takes to care for this little being, so I'm going to share everything with you.
By Imogen Fitzgerald8 years ago in Petlife
