Like all breeds of dogs, Shih Tzus have their own share of unique and hereditary health conditions. Before you delve into the wonderful world of the shih tzu it is important that you understand common health problems so that you know what to look for should your dog fall ill. The cute squashed face look that we love about the…
Common mistakes made with pet birds You might like to think that you always have your bird’s best interest at heart but there may be some very common mistakes that you’re making that can harm your feathered friend.
Cockatiels are such wonderful creatures and if you are smart about the way you set up your aviary/bird area they can be very easy to look after too! It is no secret that if you have a pet bird it can be a real burden to clean up all those feathers, droppings, seeds and dandruff! Luckily for us not only…
Bacon fat can take almost any good recipe to something great. The extra fat left over from your breakfast crispies can add a mouth watering flavor to both savory and sweet concoctions. Today I have another great use for your precious bacon fat, doggie treats anyone? Save up your fat over the course of 3-4 bacon breakfasts and you’ll have…
The mallard is a very popular form of duck! Not everyone may realize it but for the majority of people if they picture a duck in their head they are actually picturing a Mallard Duck! Mallards, or “Wild Ducks” as they are also known are dabbling ducks (meaning they feed off the surface of the water rather than diving) and…
Although owning and keeping a pet Iguana can be a very rewarding and fulfilling experience, Iguanas are not really the low maintenance, easy care pets that they are sometimes made out to be. Before looking for reptiles for sale or iguanas for sale you really need to ask yourself a few questions to see if you really want to keep…
Polar bear cubs really look adorable with their white fur. Surprisingly this white fur is so minute at the time at which these cubs are born that they almost look devoid of any hair. These cubs are born when their mothers are 4 to 8 years old. These cubs are generally born as two at a time, but sometimes, three…
Hello and welcome to our little page that is dedicated to all things Italian Greyhound! For those of you that are new to this wonderful world allow me to give you a brief introduction. The Italian Greyhound (or Iggy or IG as they are sometimes called) is considered a small breed of dog, on average when measured from their feet…
You may know the Maltese shih tzu by many different names, the breed is also known as: Mal-Shi, Shih-tese, Malti Tzu and Shima. The official recognized name by the American Canine Hybrid Club is Mal-Shi. Generally weighing around 6 to 15 pounds and standing 8 to 14 inches tall this breed is a cross between the shih tzu and the…
Pet birds are a joy for any animal lover to have. Everything about them, from their beautiful feathers and gorgeous colors to their singing and chirping, they can bring a smile to anyone’s face. One bird that is commonly found as a pet is the cockatiel, a small companion parrot. Just like any other pet you can get, you will…