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  Having a dog is one of life’s great pleasures. Sharing your life with man’s best friend brings enormous benefits in terms of companionship, in simple affection and in learning to take responsibility. Dog ownership is also beneficial to both mental and physical health. But pet ownership is not something to enter into lightly. Dogs require a great deal of …

Rescue organizations save dogs from abusive environments and euthanasia when they have been abandoned or surrendered to a shelter. With millions of homeless dogs in our nation, there is a huge need for people being willing to become a foster home for these helpless animals. How to Get Involved If you are interested in helping save the lives of many …

Guest Post by Emma Green You may have Food Storage and emergency 72 hour kits for all of your family members, but what about the dog? Many people tend to forget that in the event of a crisis, your dog will be just as scared and confused as you are. By thinking ahead, you can avoid many of the problems …

One of Britain’s oldest native dog breeds, the English Setter, has for the first time become at risk of extinction. The Kennel Club records the number of registered puppies each year for our native breeds. If the number of registered breeds for an individual breed falls below 300 in a year, the breed is considered ‘vulnerable’ and at risk of …

It’s a dream for many people that often can’t be attained in reality due to the exorbitant cost associated with it: owning a horse. Like an oversized child, a horse could cost you an arm and a leg if something goes wrong medically, or if the cost of stabling or livery is so high that board costs as much as …

Owning a pet brings with it a lot of new responsibilities which can be a little daunting, especially for the first time owner. However there is plenty of help available in the form of parents, friends, professionals, vets and the internet. The problem is, there can be a lot of information to retain – whether you own a rabbit or …

As pet owners, we are always looking for ways to save money. One area where we can make some savings is grooming. Grooming your own pet can be both rewarding and save you some money – especially when you can purchase everything you need for the price of a visit or two to a professional groomer!

Owning a pet is one of life’s great experiences, the joy and happiness that a pet can bring is amazing. Unfortunately, pets can also be quite expensive – food bills, vet bills, grooming and hygiene not to mention the countless toys and treats you’ll probably end up buying for your pet!

There are many reasons why you may want to introduce another cat to your family. Perhaps you already have a cat who you feel would benefit from some extra companionship or perhaps you are looking for some extra companionship yourself! Whatever the reason, we have gathered some useful tips for introducing a new cat into your household that already houses …

With 2012 looming dangerously close, the time for making resolutions is fast approaching. If you’re bored of making clichéd resolutions however and want to try something new, then why not make a New Year’s Resolution with your dog?