Rice Krispies are one of the most popular breakfast cereals in the United States and have been since their introduction in the 1920s. They are delicious and easy to work into a busy morning routine, ensuring that you never miss your breakfast and stay healthy. But can you share these puffed grain cereals with your…
Does your dog use his mouth a little more than he should? Perhaps he constantly grabs your pants as you walk around the house, bites his leash repeatedly, or loves to deliver soft painless bites all the time. These are signs of mouthiness—a behavior that is quite common among some dog breeds. Essentially, mouthy dogs…
Cedar is a super useful material around the home. It is beautiful, durable, low-maintenance, and most importantly, eco-friendly. You can use it as a roofing, linings, claddings, and joinery material. Cedar is also a great material for making dog beds—for many good reasons: I. Repels Critters Cedar chips are rich in phenols (aromatic hydrocarbons), which…
If you’ve ever been bitten by a dog, you know it’s not a pleasant experience. The pain can be debilitating not to mention the risk of contracting an infection. Although rare, dog bites can actually be fatal. While dog behavior is mainly a result of training and care rendered to him, it is quite obvious…
In today’s fast-paced world, stress is an everyday occurrence. Piling bills, nagging bosses, and traffic snarl-ups all play a big role in jacking up our stress levels. Recently, however, researchers have found that listening to classic music can go a long way in lowering our blood pressure, and consequently, our stress levels. Classical music has…
As the entire family struggles to pick out the perfect Halloween outfit, it is easy to forget about the dog. Yes, this four-legged member of the family deserves to be a part of the fun too. After offering unwavering loyalty, plenty of snuggles, and companionship all year-long, the least you can do is get her…
Mean, tenacious, ferocious, stubborn, vicious, terriers… these are some of the common terms associated with Pit Bulls. This breed bears a bad name both to man and other dogs. See, Pits were bred in England to hunt prey and fight with each other. This is why they can be rather aggressive towards other pets around…
Traveling with a pet in a small car is one thing; using a truck is another. For one, a truck is much larger, which makes it hard to be near your dog while on the road. This can cause him to be agitated and anxious. You don’t want to be near an anxious Fido, especially…
French Bulldogs are undeniably one of the most popular dog breeds across the globe. The American Kennel Club ranks them as the most popular dog in New York City and fourth-most desirable dog breeds in the world. The Frenchies are playful and alert, have pleasant and infectious personalities, adapt well to family life, are good…
From the looks alone, the Cane Corso aka the Italian Mastiff can be quite intimidating. The athletic build, mean look, and sheer size are enough reasons to think twice about owning one. However, a Cane Corso is one of the most docile and loving dogs. He goes by the nickname “bodyguard” and doesn’t shy away…