Jeanne Melanson
Our pets are our family. Sometimes they’re even better than some of our family members – they ask no questions, tell no lies, and most importantly – they don’t criticize us. Long gone are the days of guard dogs, and cats only there to protect us from rodents; now they’ve become family members and have … Read more
It’s a “pawrent’s” worst nightmare – calling for your dog over and over to no avail. Dogs can quickly become distracted and, often, they need a few extra hollers before trotting their way back to you. Unfortunately, sometimes your four-legged buddy doesn’t answer your calls. It’s vital you stay calm and collected. Following are suggestions … Read more
What Horses Can and Cannot Eat Your horse’s health is very important to you and when it comes to feeding him treats, you want to make sure you are getting it right. Feeding your horse the wrong foods can cause him pain and discomfort, or even lead to serious illness. To help you understand what … Read more
Top Dog Friendly Hiking Spots in the UK As the floodgates open for beachgoers in the summer months, they also close for dogs. Many public beaches have restrictions during summer months that forbid four-legged visitors. GoCompare compiled a list of the best places where you can walk your dog all year round. It turns out … Read more
Top 5 New Animal Species Discovered 2018 Planet Earth is a weird and wonderful place which is no wonder why people love exploring its ever-changing surface. The history of life on Earth goes back about 3.8 million years and is believed to have started with single-celled prokaryotic cells that evolved over billions of years into what … Read more
Building A Bug Hotel If you’re looking to take on a fun gardening project for the Summer, how about building a bug hotel? Constructed from plant material and assorted garden bric-a-brac, these low-cost structures are designed to attract and shelter commonly-found garden insects and mini-beasts. A sure-fire way to add plenty of charm to any garden, … Read more
Ways to Keep Your Dog Safe in the Car Before getting into this infographic that shows you great ideas on ways to keep your dog safe in the car (all year round), I must address the issue of dogs, cars, and summer heat dangers first. Parked cars – especially in those temperatures – are death … Read more
Most Popular Dog Breeds in Europe Evidence suggests that humans domesticated dogs almost 30,000 years ago. However, it was around 10,000 years ago when dogs started appearing in our artwork and burial grounds, that the common bond we see today indeed began. It’s a relationship built over thousands of years, so there’s no denying that … Read more
How Pet Insurance Benefits the Whole Family Our pets are precious members of our families, and we need to take care of them as such. It’s painful to see them suffer from illness or injury. The costs of taking a pet to the vet can be expensive, ranging from a couple hundred dollars to thousands … Read more
A Therapy Pig Named Buttercup What do you get when you mix a miniature pig and autistic kids? Buttercup, the therapy pig! This amazing little critter is a Vietnamese pot-bellied pig who visits special-needs children in San Francisco schools, alongside her owner, a speech pathologist, Lois Brady. Lois and Buttercup work with individuals between the … Read more