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The truth about bunnies that everyone has to know
Rabbits become very popular around Spring time because they are basically the mascots for Easter. The majority of us around the world know about the Easter bunny and there's usually the Easter Egg hunt that is the main activity for children around this period of time.
By Adrianna Anastasiades 5 years ago in Petlife
My dangerous encounters with pit bulldogs
Pit Bull Lovers Be Ware I was walking in a local park today and saw what I consider to be a most ugly sight. I am used to seeing pet owners walking what family-friendly dogs, but on this occasion, I noticed two women and a man who were attempting to walk pit bulls.
By Cheryl E Preston5 years ago in Petlife
Freya's blog
Hello, my name is Freya. *Tail wagging* Sometimes I'm called Frey, Frey Frey, Fey, Fey Fey, Biggy, but when I get into trouble, mom calls me Freya May. *Looks down*
By Theresa Green5 years ago in Petlife
Common Meanings Of Cat Behaviour !
Cats make awesome, superb pets. Living with a Cat gives bliss and a caring kinship, and you will think that its an honor and advantage also. A catlike friend will rapidly motivate your reverence for its effortlessness, style, and magnificence. You might just join a huge number of others in a fabulous, profound and amazing human-cat bond.
By Shereen Tissera5 years ago in Petlife
I Don't Like Cats
I don’t like cats. In fact when I first mentioned getting a cat to a few close friends they laughed it off as a joke. Couldn’t be true.
By Pie Robinson5 years ago in Petlife
All Hail the Queen
Some folk think HELL is not real. It is. She lived it. She experienced it. She survived it. For six years, Elizabeth was nothing but a breeding machine. She was kept in the dark in the crate. She attempted to gnaw her way out and in so doing, several of her teeth broke loose. When she became too old and could produce puppies any longer, she was of no use. She was abused. She was neglected. The call came in. Transport had begun. Rescue would take place. She would be arriving at our home. Were we ready? Did we have all that was necessary to make her feel safe, secure and most of all loved? She arrived. We knew her spirit had been broken. She was afraid of touch. She was anxiety ridden. It was as if she had no where to turn. We learned that she did not know how to leave our home. She was unfamiliar with taking a walk. Placing her in a vehicle was the worst nightmare. She associated the travel with being taken to be impregnated. We never took her for car rides. We never took vacation. We could not take the risk. We could not even take her for a vet visit. We actually paid for a mobile vet to assure her she would not be leaving HER home. Gradually, we saw her personality. If she wanted a rub or touch, she would butt her little head into your hand. That was HER permission for you to return her affections. There were other small triumphs. The first time she laid on her back for us to rub her belly. She looked like a big ole walrus. She was our queen. She was Queen Elizabeth.
By de de Cox5 years ago in Petlife
Bantay
Bantay, in Tagalog meaning “guard” or a “guardian”. As a child, I found it humorous that it seems like everyone who owned a dog named him Bantay. It’s almost like a long-running inside joke in the country, where you hear “Bantay, sit!” and he will do just that. The joke was, no matter what, the faithful companion will follow his owner’s command. Without or without “proper” dog training. Because that’s who exactly Bantay was, an obedient dog.
By Pauleth Aviles5 years ago in Petlife
Pigeons: much maligned heroes.
You know, I do love pigeons. What a statement for a piece of writing, I hear you say! But, seriously, over lock-down, I have had more opportunity to really look at these birds, and honestly, I would urge you do do the same.
By Deborah Robinson5 years ago in Petlife
The Empress of Evil
My family loves animals. Over the years, we've had just about every pet there is. From parakeets to fire belly toads, mice to guinea pigs, rabbits to hamsters…we’ve had them all. We raised chickens in the backyard for nine nears, beloved pets that happened to gift us with delicious eggs. We’ve raised gerbils, turtles, fish, one neurotic dog who lived for nearly 17 years...and cats. Cats are the best, the one animal I can't imagine living without.
By Jennifer Eager5 years ago in Petlife
Rules for Having a Dog
So you want to become a dog owner, huh? You might be thinking it’s the easiest thing in the world. Well…it is! It’s super easy. However, if you want to enjoy the full dog owner experience, there are a few rules you must follow.
By GB Rogut5 years ago in Petlife
Can't Shake the Cinder
Kate was getting ready for school. It wasn’t until she looked in the mirror that she noticed she was wearing a distressed ombre flannel. Why did it look burnt? Why did the rust orange and parched yellow look like flames? Why did the faded plaid look like scorched door frames?
By Jane Hadley5 years ago in Petlife
4 Accessories to Keep Your Dogs Cool in The Summer
The summer season is almost here, and you know who knows this better than you? You’re right, your canine friends. Dogs don’t sweat, and as a result, they are unable to cool down during the hot summer days.
By Robin Whyte5 years ago in Petlife