When we think of pets, we typically have mammals in mind: dogs, cats, bunnies, rodents - even otters! But for some, the ultimate pet is a bird. Birds, though, are fundamentally different creatures from mammals. Evolutionarily speaking, they diverged from mammals tens of millions of years ago and now share very little in common with each other at all. Both have two eyes and a stomach, but apart from that, they’re incredibly different life forms. Pet birds, therefore, can … [Read more...]
A Positive Addition: How A #Dog Can Make Your Household Happier
Whether you are looking to get a pet for your child or you want to introduce an animal into the household it's important to choose the right one not just in terms of the practicalities of your lives but what an animal can do for you in other ways. Having a pet can make us feel happier, and specifically, a dog can make all the difference to our lives. The great thing about a dog is that they make us smile more but they encourage us to be more mindful of who we are, and we also feel loved. So how … [Read more...]
4 Ways to Successfully Market Your Equestrian Business
Congratulations. You've achieved your dream of running a horse-related business. Now you need to develop a marketing plan to make sure people in the horse community know you are open and ready to serve them. Thinking outside the box but within your community might be just what you need. 1. Sponsor a Show When you sponsor or host a horse show, your business name can get out to the local horse community. Get custom signage and horse jump equipment with your logo to draw attention to … [Read more...]
3 Things To Consider Before Getting Your Child a Pet
Deciding to get your child a pet is a big deal. It is something that many children ask for, but it is a big step to consider. You must think about if your current lifestyle will be suitable for a pet or if your child can take care of one. There are a few practical things to think about before immediately buying a pet. 1. What Type of Pet Best Suits Your Family? You must consider your family's daily activities to know if you will be able to take care of a pet. If you travel a lot, … [Read more...]
10 Things You Can Do To Help When Your #Dog Is Feeling #Stressed
To some people, they may just be dogs, but dogs are sentient creatures that can feel things just like humans do. Dogs can get stressed out for a multitude of reasons, and as you can imagine, feeling this way is not very nice for them. Different dogs may experience and show stress in different ways, so although you can look to other dog owners for advice, something that worked for one dog may not work for yours. You need to know your own individual fur baby enough that you can tell when they are … [Read more...]
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