(Warning: This article contains graphic images of snakes that may not be suitable for all readers.) As an animal lover, snakes have long held a fascination for me. I cannot say I have ever thought about having one as a pet, but that does not lessen my interest in them. The below collection of snake […]
Pets are a big deal in the UK. I am a Brit and have always had pets growing up. Without question, more than the average. Growing up, all my friends had pets of some description, and my family did too. I got my first pet when I was just a toddler, a hamster – as […]
When I was younger, I wanted to be a vet. I remember watching All Creatures Great and Small on TV, and I was in love with the idea. I was an animal lover, so what could be better than helping treat sick animals? I even did my high-school work experience at our local vets, who […]
Buying a new cat is not just a simple case of paying the adoption fee and walking away with your new family pet. There are many other costs involved in owning a cat. Some of these are obvious, while others are more subtle, the smaller expenses that accumulate over time. I have always owned cats. […]
Owning a dog is about more than just putting a roof over their head and going for walks. There are costs involved in every step of dog ownership. Therefore, new or potential dog owners should always take a step back and ask how much does it cost to own a dog? I have owned dogs […]
Every year over 6.3 million dogs and cats, and other household pets are surrendered to animal shelters. Sadly just over 4 million find a home every year, leaving an ever-increasing number of animals in the shelter population. I have been involved in animal fostering since I was a child. My bedroom was frequently used as […]
Many people have a firm view on sharks, however, the following shark attack statistics will highlight the truth behind these majestic creatures. Sharks are intensely beautiful creatures. I have long been fascinated by them. From the monstrous creatures of Jaws and the Meg to the real creatures that gracefully dominate our oceans, Sharks are all […]
Overview Have you ever wondered just how many bear attacks occur each year? I am lucky, I live in a part of the world where bears are not an issue for anybody. However, bears remain fascinating creatures that have a longstanding and intertwined history with humankind. Growing up, the closest I got to seeing bears […]
Every dog deserves their own space. Us humans have our bedrooms and man caves, our summer houses and playrooms. It’s only fair that your dog also gets a place to call their own. Dogs are not greedy; they don’t want an entire room or a great sprawling area. A simple indoor dog kennel is perfect […]
Animal testing is the process of using animals as guinea pigs for human inquisition and has been going on for decades. During testing, experimenters force animals to endure often barbaric treatments to see what the results will be. There are two primary forms of animal experimentation. Historically, animal testing was the primary way for humans […]