Rockhopper Penguins

The subject of rockhopper penguins, in relation to the general rockhopper penguin classification, remains to be one that is argued among experts, but this didn’t stop the 2007 CGI-animated feature entitled Surf’s Up in featuring a rockhopper penguin as its main character. Telling the story of how young Cody Maverick, a rockhopper penguin,...

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The Rat-cha Dog Breed

The Rat-cha dog breed’s name may be one that isn’t as popular as German Shepherds, Dobermans, or Boxers, but they are actually quite commonly found in dog shows and dog competitions, given their “designer mixed breed” status. Essentially a crossbred Rat Terrier and Chihuahua, a rat-cha or cha-cha played a central role in the 2011 Disney...

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The Reason behind Extreme “Meow-ing” of some Cats

Pet cats have their own way of communicating to their masters. Unlike dogs, they are more subtle in the way they express something. Head nudges, straight-forward stares, body brushes and even mere quick tail flicks can be their own form of communication. As much as dogs bark excessively when they need to be attended to, in the same way,...

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Who could be “The World’s Smallest Dog?”

As much as there are the superlatives of all kinds and categories, there are also, its exact opposite, the most minute and the smallest ones. Last January, there was a pint-sized Chihuahua from Puerto Rico named Milly that was barely 3 inches tall at 3 months old. Then there was also news about a Puerto Rican small pup who can actually...

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Dog Nutrition – What you need to know

Nutrition is one of the biggest concerns when it comes to taking care of your pet dogs. We want to make sure that they’re getting the best and have just enough vitamins and minerals to keep themselves strong and healthy. Dog owners would spend hundreds of dollars on dog food but aren’t really giving their dogs the right diet. The right diet...

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Getting to Know a Cat’s Killer Instincts

They may be cute and cuddly, just friendly, docile and super tame, but beyond the beautiful façade and grace lay a cunning and well-trained killing creature. Common house cats, simply called, domestic cats may be trained and even play fetch but you are actually closer to a natural born killer than you can imagine. This does not negate the...

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Why Lizards Always Have Safe Landings

It comes little to no surprise to us, when lizards land right on their feet without having to use much oftheir energy. Well, its natural and becoming of these reptiles, we suppose. Call it instinct, or what havethey, but we do not really mind. Here’s something that might stir you up and give something to thinkabout. Lizards do not have wings...

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Bearded Dragons

As exotic pets, bearded dragons are truly popular, regardless of the fact that they are not really fire breathing and capable of flying as dragon myths and legends would describe dragons to be. The 1977 live action and animated feature Pete’s Dragon, produced by Walt Disney Studios, continues to be one of the many movies involving dragons...

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Safe Halloween Costumes for Your Dearly Loved Pets

Halloween is just around the corner. Maybe you have already picked for yourself the perfect costume, but how about for your pet? It will be way, totally cool for your cat to have a Tigger Costume and maybe a Kinkajou to have a Winnie the Pooh ensemble. How about a Wonder Woman Chihuahua or a Miss Piggy Tea-cup pig? Yes, it’s just so fun...

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Irish Red Setter

As a dog breed, the Irish Red Setter is famous among dog shows and competitions, defined by its silky coat shaded by chestnut reddish hues. Also known simply as Red Setter, “Big Red” stands to be one of the world’s most popular Irish Red Setters, with the character being the main protagonist in Big Red, a novel written by Jim Kjelgaard,...

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How Can You Stop Your Dog From Too Much Barking?

Dog barking is often misunderstood. Every dog owner must understand the fact that barking is a completely normal behavior for dogs. What good is it when a dog does not bark at all? Fact is, dog barking is a form of dog communication - a sign of protecting the territory and guarding the people and things that belong to it. Other reasons for...

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Thai Ridgeback

As a dog breed, Thai Ridgebacks have only recently become popular, with the breed owing its current rise to fame to the release of the Thai movie, Ma-Mha.Released in 2007, Ma-Mha is the first Thai live-action movie which featured animals as its main stars, telling the story of a group of stray dogs, and how they embarked on an adventure...

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Let’s Talk Crabby: Hermit Crabs as Pets

There are many unusual pets out there, which one can you possibly have as a pet? If you are tired of having a dog and there’s not enough space in your home, then a pet that requires very little space is most suitable. Depending on your personal preference, there is a wide variety of interesting, low maintenance, easy care companion and space-saving...

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