Why Are Millennials Opting For Pets Over Parenthood?
Forbes Magazine online recently published a story featured by Pet Sitters International News titled “Why Are So Many Millennials Opting For Pets, Not Parenthood?” The article, written by Forbes contributor and BrokeMillennial.com founder Erin Lowry, explores possible answers to this question. It is not surprising millennials are adopting more pets than baby-boomers when one considers […]
Cats Are Happier When They Work For Food
The fact that many domesticated cats are kept strictly indoors, does not change the reality they are natural predators and foragers which can lead to a host of health issues both physically and psychologically. Indoor housing has been linked to a variety of health problems including urinary tract issues, obesity and diabetes as well as […]
America’s Top Dog
The American Kennel Club (AKC) categorizes and tallies the totals of more than 150 registered purebred breeds ranging in size from the 34-inch tall Great Dane to the 6-pound Affenpinscher. Americans purchase nearly 1 million purebred dogs each year. Americans’ taste in dogs has changed dramatically over time. As reported on Vox by Zachary Crockett […]
ECG’S For Cats And Dogs
AliveCor is a company that produces an electrocardiograph (ECG) smartphone app and device for dogs and cats called the AliveCor Veterinary Heart Monitor. Dr. Nancy Kay, DVM reported in Spot Speaks about a study of the smartphone technology conducted by researchers at the Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine. The story was titled “A Smart Phone […]
Make Your Cat Fall In Love With Your House
Happy cats are cats that are not bored and have access to scratching posts, catwalks and an enclosed outdoor area. Cats with such amenities tend to be less aggressive and less destructive. Spaces that provide this type of environment for cats are known as catios. The idea is to enable cat owners to provide their […]
World’s First Identical Twin Dogs
Scientists recently discovered the first known case of identical dog twins named Cullen and Romulus. As published by Cari Romm in Science of Us and reported by the BBC, the twins were discovered during a Cesarean section delivery by veterinarian Kurt De Cramer in South Africa. The average dog will give birth to five or […]
Four Reasons Cats Are Good For You
Cats are scientifically known to improve health and well being. In a recent case study performed by Cats protection, 87% of cat owners believed their cat improved their mental health. Here are the top four reasons cats are good for you, as reported by Pet Sitters International and published by AOL Lifestyle. 1. A cat’s […]
Dogs Want Praise More Than Treats
New research shows that most dogs actually prefer affection over food. Affection included both verbal affirmation and physical touch like petting or a belly rub. This research is particularly interesting in light of the multitude of traits shared by canines and humans. As published by Science of Us, a study in the Social Cognitive and […]
Cats Choose Healthy Food Over Flavor
Researchers believe cats are able to discern the food that is best for them nutritionally. As reported by Pet Sitters International and originally published in the August 2016 issue of Veterinary Practice News, studies show that domesticated cats instinctively seek the healthiest food options instead of consuming something that just tastes better when given the […]
Cuddling Dogs
A story has been circulating on Facebook recently about the ten dog breeds that most enjoy cuddling. The article was written by Renee Moen of iHeartDogs.com on September 23, 2014. The dogs listed herein and their respective order reflects the 2014 article. The narration about each breed however, is a combination of personal experience and […]
