Category: Pets

Being social animals, dogs HATE being left alone. There are always exceptions to the rule, but for the most part a dog wants to be with his pack, be it you, your family, another dog, a cat, or even a bird. There is a feeling of insecurity and vulnerability...

Are you thinking of adopting a dog for your family? If so, we think that’s great … but before you rush to your local dog shelter, rescue group, or online adoption site, consider whether your family is fully prepared to accept lifelong responsibility. guardianship of the dog. And then...

When considering a new dog for your children, there is much more to look at besides the size of the dog. You should also think about the breed of the dog. Different races have different dispositions and personalities. Some breeds do not make good pets for children. These are...

I hate the Woody Allen quote: “Those who cannot do, teach”, because it is definitely a myth. However, unfortunately, from time to time I find that I ignore the principles that I know and teach others to follow. Take, for example, Occam’s razor. This principle is commonly understood to...

Oklahoma City schools have been on a rollercoaster of ups and downs over the past decade. The district was labeled “in need of improvement” under the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001 (NCLB). That federal mandate led to major reforms that included a district improvement plan, a comprehensive...

The Jack Russell Terrier breed has a double coat of thick hair that requires regular grooming. Also known as a Parson Russell Terrier, dogs can have rough, smooth, or torn coats. The long-haired or rough-haired Jack Russell terrier has longer braids than the smooth-haired terrier, and has excess hair...

Three years ago I knew practically nothing about Rottweilers; or more exactly, he knew several things that were not true. For example, I envisioned Rottweilers as very aggressive watchdogs who were not good pets and were not “people” dogs. Then about three years ago, while browsing the internet looking...

Even though they all say “Oh, they’re just a stray dog.” you know you have the best dog in the world. Let’s be honest; You are a little curious to know which breeds were mixed to find your unique canine companion. A good place to start is at the...

Have you ever taken in a baby squirrel and started feeding and caring for it, then physically going downhill and dying? You’re not alone! The following are three common reasons why baby squirrels die in captivity: 1. The wrong diet. An improper diet is the number one reason squirrels...

If you are considering looking for a Neapolitan Mastiff, there are definitely pros and cons that you should know about. Neapolitan Mastiffs are beautiful large dogs. They are very large, weighing up to 170 pounds, have large flat heads and a box-shaped body. They have flabby and wrinkled skin...