Pets and Animals Articles

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 6:26 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Working Weight: Male: 110-160, Female: 80-120 lbs Height: Male: 26-30, Female: 25.5-28 inches Overview The former Russian Army is responsible for first breeding the Black Russian Terrier Red Star kennel that was controlled by the army. Some of the dogs used for the breeding of the Black Russian Terrier included the Giant Schnauzer, Rot... more...

Pets and Animals | By Beth Guide @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 5:39 PM

Many people have asked me how to physically tack up their horses and what to check to make sure they have a near perfect fit. Here are four points to watch as you are saddling your horse to make sure everything is as it should be for horse and for the rider. 1. You must have the horse standing on level ground to begin with. Place the saddle on its back up at the withers and then slide it back in to place. You must consider this step very important, as some problems are not because of ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Beth Guide @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 5:38 PM

Like so many other things, the rigging of a saddle is where it is today through evolution. The cowboy had a "working" saddle that did a little of everything on the ranch such as gathering cattle, rescuing cattle, breaking horses, etc. Different saddle types require different "rigging" for each specific use. The term "rigging" is used to refer to how the cinch strap attaches to the saddle to hold the saddle in place. The rigging hardware can be done with several differ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Beth Guide @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 5:36 PM

The Definition of "Horse Tack" is all the equipment that you need as the owner of a horse. Riding a horse and properly caring for a horse requires certain equipment to adequately take care of their needs. You will need to evaluate you and your horse's activities and needs to evaluate what pieces of tack you should invest in. Bridles, bits, saddle pads, saddles, lead ropes, halters, whips, stirrup leathers are just a few of the basic supplies you will need. The first time y... more...

Pets and Animals | By Daniel Millions @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 4:34 PM

Exotic pets are vastly misunderstood in the press, and are often portrayed as unruly, difficult to keep and very much a specialist pet. In actual fact exotic pets make exciting and unusual pets and shouldn't be dismissed as quickly as they often are. They come in all shapes and sizes, from the humble corn snake to the highly aggressive desert hairy scorpion to the stunning dendrobates. They also can be surprisingly affectionate, as is the case with the bearded dragon, which is well ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 1:38 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Non-sporting Weight: 7-12 lbs Height: 9.5-11.5 inches Overview The Bichon Frise is a cross between the Poodle and the Barbet Water Spaniel, and made its first appearance during the 14th century. The Bichon was traded by Spanish sailors traded the Bichon, and during the 16th century they became a firm favourite of the French royal c... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 1:35 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Hound Weight: 55-75 lbs Height: male: 25-27, female: 23-25 inches Overview The Black and Tan Coonhound was bred when the Bloodhound and the Foxhound was crossed with each other in the United States. This breed is very well known for its raccoon hunting abilities. These dogs are also very successful at hunting types of game such as ... more...

Pets and Animals | By Manny Leger @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 1:06 PM

For hundreds of years, mice have raided kitchens and pantries. They are such cute, small creatures that nursery rhymes and children's books have been written about them. Unfortunately, mice are not welcome additions in most household kitchens and pantries. In 1895, John Mast invented the first spring loaded snap-trap in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. Mr. Mast's snap-trap wasn't the first device created to kill mice. Others had created similar contraptions, but Mr. Mast's tra... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Howard @ Tuesday, 22nd July 2008 @ 10:44 AM

Many pet owners tend to ignore the importance of pitbull nutrition. This should not be case since nutrition is not something that should be taken for granted, even if it is for your pets. Anyone who owns a pitbull or for that matter any pet should remember that nutrition is a science and it makes sense not to rely on pure instinct. In fact proper nutrition can help you save on the vet's bills in the long run. Pitbull nutrition is an important aspect, since their diet too can be as co... more...

Pets and Animals | By Daniel Millions @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 2:13 PM

For fish to breed successfully in the aquarium, they must be healthy and feel that all conditions are right. Generally, it is difficult to breed fish caught in the wild, as they are much more demanding in their requirements, but usually even the most awkward types can be bred by expert aquarists. After the first few generations have been bred, further breeding is progressively less difficult, as the 'easy breeders' become selected out from the population. Thus fish which, when ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 1:29 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Herding Weight: Male: 75-85, Female: 65-75 lbs Height: Male: 25-27, Female: 24-26 inches Overview This breed has its origin in France where they have been developed during the 1500s. The Beauceron is a very large sheepdog that is used by farmers to keep an eye over sheep, cattle and the family. During the first and second World War... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 1:26 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Hounds Weight: male: 24, female: 22 lbs Height: male: 17, female 16 inches Overview This breed is originally from Africa, but more specifically Egypt as drawings of these dogs were found in tombs and on walls. These drawings date back about 5000 years ago. The Basenji is also known as the Congo Dog, and was brought to Europe during... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 1:26 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Working Weight: male: 90-120, female: 70-100 lbs Height: male: 25-27.5, female: 23-26 inches Overview The precise origin of the Bernese Mountain Dog is not known. It is believed that they started out as farm dogs in the Swiss mountains. Paintings dating back to the end of the 18th century show this type of dog. By the end of the 19... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 1:23 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Herding Weight: Male: 70-84, Female: 57-71 lbs Height: Male: 23.5, Female: 22 inches Overview The Bergamasco is originally from Persia, and it is believed that this ancient shepherding breed is at least 2000 years old. These dogs were bred to be independent and clever. After the Second World War these dogs were almost extinct, but ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Monday, 21st July 2008 @ 1:20 PM

We begin this article with the basic facts about the breed, then follow up with an in-depth look at their personality. Breed group: Herding Weight: Male: 60-70; Female: 50-60 lbs Height: Male: 23.5-25.5; Female: 21.5-23.5 inches Overview The Berger Picard is perhaps the oldest of all the French shepherd dogs. This breed arrived in Picardy in AD 800. These dogs have been named after the Picardie region in north-eastern part of France. Some experts believe this b... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Saturday, 19th July 2008 @ 10:34 PM

In this article we will firstly look at the simple stats of this great breed, then move on to an in-depth look at whether you will be suited to this dog. Breed group: Nordic Weight: Toy: 10 lbs; miniature: 15 lbs; standard: 23 lbs Height: Toy: 13 inches; miniature: inches; standard: 15-17.5 inches Overview The Alaskan Klee Kai have been developed by Linda Spurlin during the early part of the 1970's in Wasilla, Alaska. After an unintentional mating between ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Saturday, 19th July 2008 @ 7:27 AM

To begin this article we will look at some of the key stats on this breed, then move onto the more serious aspects. Breed group: Herding Weight: Male: 65-75, Female: 60-70 lbs Height: Male: 24-26, Female: 22-24 inches Overview This breed is originally from Belgium, and was bred to be guarding and herding dogs. Belgian Tervurens are one of four Belgian Shepherd dogs, but they are considered to be the more glamorous looking. These dogs were used as messengers, dr... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Saturday, 19th July 2008 @ 7:24 AM

To begin this article we will look at some of the key stats on this breed, then move onto the more serious aspects. Breed group: Herding Weight: 60-65 lbs Height: male: 24-26 inches, female 22-24 inches Overview The Belgian Malinois dog has its origin in Belgium where it was bred during the 1900s. These dogs dog were bred to be intelligent and devoted dogs, especially in the city of Malines as they were favourites there and in Belgium. Temperament more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Saturday, 19th July 2008 @ 7:22 AM

To begin this article we will look at some of the key stats on this breed, then move onto the more serious aspects. Breed group: Herding Weight: 60-65 lbs Height: male: 24-26, female: 22-24 inches Overview The Belgian sheepdog, also known as the Belgian Groenendael, is named after a village in Belgium. These dogs are one of the four different Belgian Sheepdogs. All the Belgian Sheepdogs were bred from tough working dogs, which guarantee that the current breeds ... more...

Pets and Animals | By John Williams @ Saturday, 19th July 2008 @ 7:19 AM

To begin this article we will look at some of the key stats on this breed, then move onto the more serious aspects. Breed group: Terrier Weight: 17-23 lbs Height: male 16.5 inches, female: 15.5 inches Overview This breed has its origin in England where they have been developed during the 18th century. Bedlington Terriers was originally known as Rothbury Terriers and they were named after the Rothbury district on the English border. These dogs were highly valued... more...