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It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 10)
When you get a dog, you usually look into what kind of breed you are getting so that you can learn a little bit more about what to expect from the pet joining your life. Or, at least, you should do this. It is essential to choose a pet that fits your lifestyle.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 9)
I have spent all of my life in Canada, and most of it in north-eastern areas where snow is frequent and abundant in the wintertime. I love the snow. As a kid, I loved it more than I do now, but I think that is just the way it goes. We are a little more immune to the cold when we are children. As adults, we learn that there are a number of downsides to snow and ice and cold.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
Winter Hazards for Your Dogs
First of all, let me begin by saying this is being written from the perspective of a Canadian. So winter is definitely a snowy time of the year. But just because there is snow doesn't mean there is a lack of things to do. For most people, there are just as many activities to do in the winter time as there are in the summer. Considering, in some places, winter is about half the year we've had to get creative.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 7)
When you have a rescue dog you never really know how they are going to react to children, regardless of what age the child is. This has always been a worry with Roxy. Considering how defensive she can be with other dogs, and sometimes with people, it has always been a concern about her demeanour around children.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
Best Natural Dog Treats for a Healthy Dog
Most people today will be able to acknowledge how bad a lot of food additives are for a person's health. This is because studies have shown that many of the ingredients being jammed into junk food tend to cause cancer, increase the risk of diabetes, and otherwise harm you.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy8 years ago in Petlife
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 5)
Pets will surprise you. Sometimes this can be a good thing, and sometimes this can be a terrible thing. Like those times when you come home to find your couch torn to pieces or your favourite shoes chewed up; those are not good surprises. But when you learn that your highly prey driven dog can be friends with a house cat, that's a good surprise.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
Weird Facts About Dogs You Probably Didn’t Know
Dogs are man's best friend and winners of the internet. They are the second most common pet next to cats, and are also typically the hallmark of a person who is outgoing and well-liked. Everyone likes dogs, and most dog owners tend to believe they know everything about their canine companions.
By Mackenzie Z. Kennedy8 years ago in Petlife
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 3)
A lot of people don't believe it when others say that getting a pet changes your life completely. I won't make the claim that it is as life-altering as having a child, but pets have a way of stealing a great deal of your time and your love. When I got Roxy, my schedule changed greatly. And I have to say it was a life improvement.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
A Pet Owner's Journey (Pt. 2)
As a pet owner there are certain things that just get stuck in my craw, so to speak. There are certain pet peeves that stay with me no matter how much you try to take deep breaths and look the other way. One of these issues that has been pervasive since I became a pet owner has been people’s inconsistency with leashes.
By Samantha Reid8 years ago in Petlife
