Miniature Pigs as Therapy Animals – Meet Buttercup!

Miniature Pig and Autistic Kids, Meet Buttercup : Therapy Pig

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

How to Provide Care for a Dog with Allergies

How to Provide Care for a Dog with Allergies

Caring for a Dog with Allergies People often think of dogs as activating allergic reactions in others. Pet dander can turn many individuals into itching and sneezing messes. Many people aren’t aware, however, that dogs can be allergy sufferers themselves. If your pooch is one of these, then these care options can be immensely helpful … Read more

Why Your Next Pet Should Be a Guinea Pig

Why Your Next Pet Should Be a Guinea Pig

Pets can certainly take a lot of work. If you’re looking for an animal that is fun, has a good deal of personality and doesn’t require constant attention, your next pet should be a guinea pig. Give a guinea pig a bit of love and attention, feed them properly, and you can expect these animals … Read more