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An Unforgettable Moment
This is my personal experience of the first time I truly realized the vast beauty and authenticity of Mother Nature... It was a hot and bright day in the Abacos Islands, a good one for boating to the stingrays. As I packed my snorkel gear and baseball cap, I looked out into the flat and crystal clear ocean, as it sparkled blue light shimmers into the sky. We loaded the boat and we were off. We were racing across the ocean; salty air filled my nose, as the strong breeze tangled my hair. After what seemed like minutes later, we slowly crept up onto a little bay. Peeking over the edge of the boat, my eyes lit up. Stingrays filled the bay, gently gliding through the shining water. My breath had been taken away by the fascinating, intricately-designed creatures.
By Nicole Wenger8 years ago in Petlife
Mr. Darcy's Day Out
Comfort animals are used to bring comfort to a wide range of chronic and mentally ill people. Due to the fact that this privilege is often taken for granted by those who don't suffer from such illnesses, new rules and regulations have come into place. In order to better understand the process of traveling with ones comfort animal, I am going to map out some tips based on my own personal experiences.
By Becca Volk8 years ago in Petlife
5 Things to Consider Before Getting a Cockatiel
Cockatiels are wonderful birds to have as pets. They are fun, loving, and overall a great companion to have! As awesome as they are, they do in fact come with a few demands as pets. Here are 5 things to really think about before you make the final decision of bringing home a feathered friend!
By K.D. Sisowath8 years ago in Petlife
Dogs Are Cute, Humans Are Not
Over the years, I have had my fair share of dogs but I have recently taken in a new member of my family, a baby West Highland Terrier. To say he is a handful is an understatement but I could not be happier. My mom and I have been wanting this dog for years and now that we finally have him I feel so... I don’t know how to explain it.
By Elle Schellhammer8 years ago in Petlife
So You Want to Adopt a Guinea Pig?
If you're thinking about adopting a guinea pig in the near future, first of all... good choice! Second of all, there are some things you should know prior to bringing one of these little guys into your home. While they are fairly easy to take care of, it doesn't hurt to be well-informed!
By Amanda Nowak8 years ago in Petlife
Strange Things Every Pet Owner Has Secretly Done
It may be difficult to comprehend if you've never had a pet (you poor soul), but there is an undeniably special and undeniably weird bond that develops between a pet and its owner. My wife and I have developed our fair share of idiosyncrasies when it comes to spending time with our two cats, so we have firsthand experience of this unique connection.
By Joseph D. N. Kendrick8 years ago in Petlife
What Your Pet's Nose Says About Their Health
Can a pet’s nose be an indicator of their overall health? Many pet owners learn that that cool wet noses indicate a dog is feeling well. On the other hand, warm dry noses mean trouble is brewing. Since pets can’t talk to us and often don’t make it clear when they have health issues, it would be great if their nose alone reassured us that things were okay. Unfortunately, that's just not the case. Here’s the truth about what the nose tells us about pet health.
By Armando Carrera8 years ago in Petlife
