How is a Maine Coon’s Personality?
If you’re looking not just for a cat but one that’s part lion, part teddy bear and part stand-up comedian, then Maine Coon is the breed to go for. All of this is a huge package as these cats belong to the largest domestic pure cat breed in the world....
Cat Tips
Cat People vs. Dog People
Coke vs. Pepsi, Star Wars vs. Star Trek, Pineapple on Pizza vs. the rest of humanity and Cats vs Dogs - these are some rivalries that have decided human civilizations for ages. You may think it’s just about a simple choice. But it goes way deeper. It's...
Lifestyle
Are Cats or Dogs Smarter?
Looks like you’re looking for a companion that can help you cheat in exams at home or be trained to do all the household chores for you. Whatever the reason, it’s going to be a tough match here. In one corner we have the cunning and aloof feline,...
Dog Tips
Do Coyotes Attack Dogs?
In the grand scheme of things, coyotes are the ultimate opportunists. They’re like the scavenger hunt champions of the animal world, always on the lookout for their next meal. Their diet varies from small mammals to fruits and occasionally, pets. In...
Dog Tips
How Much are Vet Bills for Dogs?
Almost 80% of Canadian households have some type of pet. And over half of Canadian households have a dog, a cat, or both.2 According to Made in Canada, Canadians spent 9 billion on their pets in 2019 alone!3 Between 2018 and 2021, Canadians’ spending...
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Top Herding Dog Breeds
We humans domesticated dogs for various reasons. It started with protection and then as we learned that we could teach our four-legged companions way more than that, we moved to herding, search and rescue, detection, service and assistance, and finally...
Breed Tips
Most Protective Dog Breeds
Did you know that we humans did not domesticate dogs for protection? There’s even a theory that suggests that we domesticated dogs by accident. It says that during the ice age, hunter-gatherers may have shared the surplus meat with wolves, which in...
Breed Tips
List of Striped Cat Names
Looks like you’ve got a mini tiger home. And now your house is going to be like the personal jungle gym for them. Striped cats have left a mark (literally) on human history. From the sacred tabby cats worshipped in ancient Egypt to the mysterious...
Cat Tips
Top Game of Thrones Dog Names
In the fantastical world of "Game of Thrones," every character, beast, and place is imbued with rich lore and unforgettable names. For fans of the epic series who also happen to be dog lovers, choosing a "Game of Thrones"-themed name for their pets is...
Dog Tips
Why is My Dog Sneezing So Much?
"Is your dog auditioning for the role of Sneezy in the next Snow White remake? If not and yet if your canine buddy seems to be sneezing more than the cast of an allergy medication commercial, there should be something wrong. Here’s what you need to...
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Best Apartment Dogs
We can understand that having a dog in a single home is easier as there is plenty of space for the family and the dog or other pets to co-exist. Moreover, most of the dogs require sufficient physical and mental stimulation, a lack of which can cause...
Dog Tips
Can Cat's Eat Junk Food? Is Junk Food Safe for Cats?
Have you ever caught your cat attempting to grab a slice of pizza or a french fry? Cats are junk food junkies, and when given the choice between nutritious food and junk food, they frequently choose the latter! Cats have a strong need for fat and salt...
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