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'Crazy Cat Lady'
Most people are familiar with the term "crazy cat lady," but what is it, exactly, that makes a person one? Usually this term is associated with someone who owns many cats, but I believe that it can hold multiple definitions.
By Carina Rose8 years ago in Petlife
Living with Anxiety & George
Growing up, I always had pets—cats, dogs, fish, hamsters, chickens, rabbits. In my final year at university I was struggling; the work load was too much, relationships were strained, and I was suffering a relapse from my Anaemia. One night, talking with my house mate about pets, she had just had one of her rabbits pass, so after a lot of tears and memories shared, we decided to look into a house pet.
By Ellie May8 years ago in Petlife
Potty Training
This article isn't about "How to Potty Train your Dog." There are lots of articles out there like that and I'm sure you've read them all. This article is my personal experience potty training my fur baby, but more importantly it is a reminder that potty training is a long process, so there is no need to get stressed out or blame your dog. Please keep in mind that while your dog is under 8 months, she will want to make you happy and be a good girl. If she isn't peeing outside, it's because she does not understand that she is supposed to yet.
By Test8 years ago in Petlife
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
Outdoor Cats
You watch your outdoor cat as he romps in the grass, feeling the breeze, smelling for all the bugs. You watch, as he has this child-like fun with joyous abandon. You tried to make him an indoor only cat, so he can stay safe, but he just wasn’t happy enough. So you let him out, and this is the result.
By Kayla Babb8 years ago in Petlife
Pit Bulls As Pets
Pit bull—now take a moment and think about those two words. I bet you think mean and scary. In reality pit bulls aren't mean and scary. Pit bulls should be kept as pets because they used to have a good reputation, the media is unfair, and there are outdated laws against pit bulls.
By Landon Hodge8 years ago in Petlife
Porn Dogs? Disturbing Video Trend Online Raises Animal Abuse to a Sickening New Level
Dog lovers often turn to the web for their daily fill of videos showing cute puppies, funny dog behavior, clips of dogs acting surprisingly human and, unfortunately, stories of abandoned dogs with (hopefully) a last chance for adoption by a caring human.
By Reid Moore8 years ago in Petlife
The 25 CUTEST Animal Videos!
Sometimes you need to take a break and watch some cute animal videos to pass the day. To aid that, I have compiled a list of 25 videos which I find extremely cute.
By Matthew Harrison8 years ago in Petlife
Losing a Friend
Our family has always had a dog. Even before I was born, my father had a dog named Bear. I grew up with him. He was half wolf, half sheepdog. He was all white and fluffy but he had the body of a wolf.
By Jessie Burns8 years ago in Petlife
The Biggest Dogs in the World for the Biggest Pooch Lovers
The biggest dogs in the world can have a reputation for being intimidating, but once you get to know their breeds, they are anything but that. Some of the tallest and heaviest dogs in the world are also some of the most loyal, affectionate, and loving breeds that will quickly become your best friend and protector.
By Kelsey Lange8 years ago in Petlife
Beginner’s Guide to Meeting Horses and Ponies
If I had a pound for every time someone tells me a story about how their sister or friend put them on a horse and slapped it on the bottom and the person I am talking to got galloped off with, I would be a millionaire by now.
By Sam Goss8 years ago in Petlife
Leopard Gecko Care
Leopard Geckos, or Eublepharis macularius, are one of the most popular pet lizards around. This is no doubt due to their docile nature, ease of care, and relatively cheap enclosure set-up.
By Briana Bayles8 years ago in Petlife