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Small Dogs Are Better
They say that the best things in life come in small packages. This is so true when it comes to small dogs. They are the most adorable, cuddly, and affectionate creatures on the face of the earth. When it comes to choosing a pet, it is important to pick one that suits your lifestyle. If you live in a small house or rent an apartment, a small dog might be a good choice.
By Nicole (Nikki) M.8 years ago in Petlife
Small Hypoallergenic Dogs
If you love dogs but have bad allergies, you don't need to worry. These small hypoallergenic dogs can be your fluffy friend and prevent you from constant sneezing and itchy and watery eyes. These are the best dog breeds for families with allergies because they don't shed and are sweet and cuddly companions.
By Jessica Herring8 years ago in Petlife
What is the Best Food for Small Dogs?
If you have a small dog, then you already know that they make the world's best companions. They are cute, compact, and always bring a smile to peoples' faces. Having a small dog breed means that you need to take care of them — and also make sure that they have the best, longest life available.
By Rowan Marley8 years ago in Petlife
Saving My Baby Girl
It was sometime between May and June. My boyfriend, at the time, surprised me with the notion to get a kitten. He told me to really think about what kind of cat I wanted since I could only get one. I've had so many cats throughout my entire life. So, this time I really thought about it. I made up my mind with getting an all grey cat. I've never had an all grey cat, and I always thought they were so pretty. I looked long and hard for a kitten that was all grey. I even went to craigslist—before it was scary. And, right there in a post, I saw ALL GREY CATS. So, I rush to get a hold of the woman that posted it. She agreed to meet with me. It wasn't far at all. Maybe 10–15 minutes away from my home. I was so excited!
By Victoria8 years ago in Petlife
Best Hypoallergenic Large Dogs
Perhaps one of the most upsetting things about having allergies is the lifestyle choices that they limit. If you're allergic to gluten, you can't eat pizza. If you are allergic to dogs, you can't have your own furry friend at home...or can you?
By Riley Raul Reese8 years ago in Petlife
Meet Freyja, the Destroyer
Meet Freyja. Me: "Let's get a gentle dog like a Greyhound so I can bring it to the nursing home with me to visit the seniors. We can name him Gandalf the Grey!"
By Rebecca Goldstein8 years ago in Petlife
Why You Shouldn't Declaw Your Cat
If you own a cat, odds are at least one piece of your furniture has suffered the price of being used as a personal scratching post. Many people consider declawing their furry friend to protect their furniture, but in this article I am going to explain why that can negatively affect your cat, as well as list some alternatives to declawing.
By Jamie D8 years ago in Petlife
Budgerigar
Budgerigars, also commonly known as budgies, are among one of the most popular, well-known, and most homed parrots in the world. It might come as a shock to some of you that something so small is considered a parrot, and specifically budgerigar are classified under the family Psittaculidae, or as we more commonly know this family; parakeets. There exist many different kinds of parakeets, some of them big, and some of them small—like the budgie.
By John Ford8 years ago in Petlife
Black Cats
Odds are you've seen at least one black cat in your life, but was that cat fully black? A lot of the "black" cats you see today have white spots or patches on their fur, usually the chest or stomach. Why is that? To explain we are going to have to take a small trip back in time.
By Jamie D8 years ago in Petlife
Best Small Dogs for Families
If you are new to dog ownership, or if you are a family who lives in city apartments, then small dogs are probably what you should be focusing in on. Petite, friendly, and generally considered easy to train, most small dogs are good companions for families of every size — and in every type of neighborhood.
By Riley Raul Reese8 years ago in Petlife
Why Not Get a Bird
My favorite podcast is playing as I clean my room, a comedy podcast that distracts me from the endless mess I’m trying to work my way through. Above me, a cockatiel is happily chirping and tossing empty seed casings at me. It’s time for me to take a break, so I stop the podcast and go next door to a room currently functioning as Loud Bird Prison.
By M Finnigan8 years ago in Petlife
Must-Have Toys for Large Dogs
Large dog breeds, such as Labrador Retrievers, Golden Retrievers, and German Shepherds, are playful and have a need to always be entertained. It can be difficult to find the perfect toy for your dog without doing some research. Based on your dog's mentality and the size of the dog, these toys have been deemed as must-have toys for large dogs.
By Jessica Herring9 years ago in Petlife