The Best 8 New Year’s Resolutions for Your Pet in 2023
As 2022 comes to a close and you set goals for 2023, consider including some pet-related resolutions on your list of New Year’s resolutions. Common New Year’s resolutions such as eating healthily and losing weight apply equally to our pets, particularly if they’re overweight for their breed and age. Making […]
Top Outdoor Cat Houses
An outdoor cat house can greatly increase a cat’s safety and health by providing them with a secure place to rest and feel at ease. While weather considerations will likely determine which option is the most suitable, other important considerations (some surprising) must also be taken into account when selecting […]
Recognizing Signs of Stress in Horses
Horses may become stressed from various sources,1 including being alone, loading and riding in a trailer, veterinary care, farrier work, shows preparation/attendance/changing weather/change in caregivers/routine changes (new stall/feeding schedule changes), injury/illness recovery timeframes or an unsympathetic handler or rider. Horses express psychological stress in different ways.
Essential Information About Undergravel Filters
Undergravel filters are an alternative method of aquarium filtration that sits beneath the substrate (or gravel) in your tank, eliminating the need for bulky filters dangling on the back wall. There has been some debate surrounding undergravel filters due to some factors. While using one may reduce maintenance needs by […]
Varieties of Bearded Dragon Morphs
Bearded dragons come in an assortment of colors, patterns, and morphs or mutations. Morphs describe what body types or sizes a bearded dragon has; various bearded dragon morphs may feature different spikes, scales, head shapes, nail colors, patterns and more! Some morphs of bearded dragons can command steep prices from […]
Is it Possible to Have a Catfish as a Pet?
Selecting an ideal species of catfish to keep as a pet is of vital importance when keeping one. Though some varieties may be illegally imported and should never enter your tank, most concerns about pet catfish stem from size issues; all fish start out small; however some catfish species can […]
Ocellaris Clownfish: Profile of the Fish Species
Made famous by the movie Finding Nemo, ocellaris clownfishes have quickly become one of the most beloved saltwater aquarium fish species. Ideal for beginners and smaller aquariums alike, these hardy fish provide vibrant orange splashes of color while remaining “reef-safe.” Captive breeding programs produce multiple color varieties readily available – […]
Cleaning Aquarium Sand: Step-by-Step Instructions
No matter the substrate in your aquarium, maintaining cleanliness is key to the wellbeing of its inhabitants. Sand substrate can be challenging due to its lighter weight; any discolorations is most noticeable to humans but is generally ignored by fish and invertebrates. Cleaning routinely sand substrate is therefore an essential […]
Suitable Fruits for Dogs: What’s Safe for Them to Eat?
Fruit is essential to human and canine health; did you know it’s also good for their own? While your pup doesn’t require fruits to remain at optimal health, adding fresh fruits to their regular diet – with permission and instructions from your vet – may provide them with extra vitamins, […]
Caring for an African Fat-Tailed Gecko: Essential Tips
African fat-tailed geckos can often be mistaken for leopard geckos, yet they are actually different species of gecko. While both types may appear similar in appearance and care needs, African fat-tailed geckos tend to be more widely available and less demanding as pets than leopard geckos due to increased availability […]