The fluffy little face of Bullmastiff puppies can really brighten your day, no kidding. If you’re looking for a recommended dog for apartment living, look no further: a Havanese is just the breed you want. This breed originated in Cuba, only requires brushing twice a week (unlike other breeds), but needs routinely scheduled bats and…
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Is a giant dog right for me?
When thinking about getting a dog, naturally one of the first questions is ‘what kind of dog is right for me?’ Many dog lovers already have a particular breed in mind. If you prefer one of the larger dog breeds, here is some basic information on giant breeds. The basics To be classified as a…
Raise backyard chickens
The sound of a rooster crowing at dawn; delicious farm-fresh eggs for breakfast; pest control; These are just some of the benefits of raising backyard chickens. In a fairly small amount of space and with very few supplies, you can easily start your own backyard flock. Chickens are very easy to raise and care for….
The deadliest enemy of Ragdoll cats
Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy is the most important cause of heart failure and death in ragdoll cats. This disease is characterized by a marked thickening of the left ventricle (muscle mass of the heart). This increase in muscle thickness determines a decrease in the diameters of the cavities, which means that less blood will pass through the…
Writing How To Books – Digital Photography is a Must
For my recent book, “Building a PC for Beginners,” I’d have to provide more photos than I’ve ever had for a project. My initial estimate was around 100 illustrations. By the time I was done, the number had ballooned to 155. The book was only 128 pages long. For the first time in my life,…
Neurological diseases of a Jack Russell dog
You can always think of your Jack Russell dog as an example of a healthy, playful and energetic dog. But you shouldn’t always think that way. He may not know that he is already infected with one of several neurological diseases. You need to discover these diseases before you find your dog. Let’s start with…
Chaos in college football: blatant helmet-to-helmet shooting must stop before someone is killed
I watch college football because it’s tough, tough, exciting and fun. The parity in college football today means that no team is safe from being upset on any given game day. I don’t watch college football because it’s beyond vicious. After watching Washington quarterback Jake Locker shoot helmet to helmet against the Oregon State Beavers…
That cute Li’l Ol’ apostrophe
Has a student ever written to tell you that he or she got an A on a test? I do, and one of them was an A grade in English! The apostrophe seems to be the most misunderstood punctuation mark in the English language, and yet its use is actually very simple. There is really…
Ibizan Hound: Facts You Should Know Before Adopting an Ibizan Hound
Breed Description The Ibizan Hound is an agile deer-like dog from the hound group. This graceful breed with a remarkable outline can range in weight from 45 to 65 pounds and average between 24 and 29 inches in height. Coat The Ibizan Hound has two types of fur, namely short and wired. The Shorthair has…
Bichon Frize – Will you adopt or buy one?
If you want great companion pets, look no further than Bichon Frize dogs. Many owners of this breed, those who have had them for a long time (the Bichon can live up to 15 years), will tell you that they do not want another breed of dog. That’s because the Bichon Frize has its own…