Monthly Archive for: "May, 2019"
Hartebeest evade predators by running in zigzag patterns.
Animal Fact: Hartebeest evade predators by running in zigzag patterns. Commonly known as the red hartebeest, it is the most colorful hartebeest, with black markings contrasting against its white abdomen and behind. It has a longer face than other subspecies, with complex curving horns joined at the base. Hartebeests have an excellent sense of hearing and smell, although their sense of sight is poor. When alarmed, hartebeests elude confusion before running, by which they can reach a maximum speed of 55 km/h. Their evasion tactic is to run in a zigzag pattern, making it difficult for predators to catch them. The hartebeest […] Read more »
National Hamburger Day
National Hamburger Day Today is National Hamburger Day! There is nothing quite like a hot summer barbecue with big, juicy hamburgers sizzling on the grill. On average, Americans eat almost 50 billion burgers a year- now that’s a lot of burgers! Whether you love beef burgers, turkey burgers, salmon burgers or veggie burgers, everyone loves to enjoy a burger in some form or another- and this doesn’t only apply to humans. Dogs are often found begging for a bite of their owner’s tasty grilled treat. The good news? You can make burgers for your dog to enjoy right beside you! […] Read more »
Best breeds of dog to have if you have allergies
Animal Fact: Bichons, Portuguese Water Dogs, Kerry Blue Terriers, Maltese, and Poodles are all good choices if you have allergies since they shed less than other breeds. Ever feel left out of the “pet club” or miss out on being a “fur mama” because of allergies? Here are some great breeds of dogs that would be good for people with allergies because they shed less than other breeds. A lot of times the main reason for pet allergies is all the pet hair, so less hair equals better allergy relief. Kimberly Ruiz Read more »
National Wine Day
National Wine Day National Wine Day, not to be mistaken for National Drink Wine Day, is celebrated annually on May 25th. The alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes has influenced religion, relationships, and even played a significant role in history. We know how tempting it can be to want to share a glass with your pet after a long day, but we would like to highlight the important issue of alcohol toxicity in animals and offer a fun and safe-solution. So whether you prefer white, red, rose, or champagne, get your wine glasses out because today is the day to […] Read more »
Largest Rat-Free Populated Area
Animal Fact: Alberta, Canada is the largest rat-free populated area in the world Did you know that Alberta, Canada is the first place in the world to banish rats? Completely. Not a single rat resides in that area. This war on the rats wasn’t optional: The province’s Agricultural Pests Act made it an offense for property owners not to immediately eradicate every rat they encountered. Kimberly Ruiz Read more »
National Rescue Dog Day
National Rescue Dog Day May 20th is National Rescue Dog Day, a holiday dedicated to the four-legged friends that bring so much joy into our lives! We would like to recognize all of the rescue dogs that have often had to battle adversity and overcome obstacles, yet are still some of the most loving, comforting, and helpful companions. Did you know that rescue dogs also make great service dogs? Canines have the amazing ability to cheer people up and help us with everyday tasks, proving that they are an important part of society. What Are Service Dogs? Service dogs […] Read more »
Horses drink how much water a day?
Animal Fact: Horses drink at least 25 gallons of water a day (more in hotter climates) The average horse will intake 5 to 10 gallons of fresh water per day. Just like humans, different horses crave or need different water amount intakes. A horse deprived of feed, but supplied drinking water, is capable of surviving 20 to 25 days. Just like humans, in the heat of summer, a horse will enjoy cool, fresh water, but in cold winter situations, difficulties arise in providing water that is too cold or in a semi-frozen state. Humans enjoy a cup of hot tea, coffee or chocolate […] Read more »
National No Dirty Dishes Day
National No Dirty Dishes Day Saturday, May 18th marks a holiday that we all need in our lives- National No Dirty Dishes Day! While the first thing that probably comes to your mind is the tedious task of washing dishes, we would like to take this day to recognize the importance of pet nutrition and ensuring that pets are not leaving any dirty dishes behind after meal time. A loss of appetite in pets can be brief and nothing to worry about, but in some cases, it can also signal an underlying problem. After learning about your pet’s appetite, we […] Read more »