“I’m in show business, why are you coming to me?” “War is show business, that’s why we are here.” – “Wag the Dog” (1997 film) By the first week of August 2008, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac had just announced record losses, as did most of the reporting companies. Unemployment was on the rise, the foreclosure crisis was deepening, state […]
Do you know what a babysitter dog is? A “babysitter dog” is the name given to pit bull terriers many, many years ago. Pit bulls were called babysitting dogs because they were loyal and loving companions to children. We have forgotten that her story is that of a loving and loving family pet. They were treated like part of the […]
Persian cats are stunning long-haired cats. That said, according to the Cat Breeders Association (CFA), in 2015 the Persian cat breed was ranked as the second most popular breed in the United States. The first most popular breed is the exotic. The exotic breed looks like a short-haired Persian. As a result, I think these people love Persians too. NOTE: […]
Have you ever heard that question or something similar from a friend, neighbor, or family member? I hear it all the time and usually there are some issues that have developed right away and the new dog owner calls me to ask the question. It is usually a dog that comes from a breeder. The new dog owner went to […]
Pets are a constant companion Your child is likely to get bored and lonely. This happens more when you are raising only one child. However, having a pet around helps your child have a constant companion around the house. Pets can also match a child’s energy and excitement level. A human adult can never match the energy and enthusiasm that […]
Big Sky, Montana, is home to the largest ski area in the United States. Excellent winter sports combined with numerous summer activities such as fishing, horseback riding, hiking, mountain biking, and rafting have made Big Sky a popular year-round destination for vacationers who crave outdoor recreation. Big Sky is also close to some of the best fly fishing in North […]
Any cat-breeding practice that places pedigree felines in cages 24/7 dramatically interferes with that kitten’s health. It is not natural or normal for a cat to be in a cage all day. A cat needs to exercise and act like a cat. Imagine spending your entire life caged in such a small space that you couldn’t move your arms or […]
Australian Shepherds, who are known to most of the general public for their potential for herding sheep and cattle, are very down to earth and easy to teach. Due to their inherent breeding traits as a shepherd, including a well-developed protective drive, Australians make wonderful watchdogs. If they suspect danger they will certainly bark, but they are not wacky and […]
Where do French bulldogs come from? If his name is French Bulldog, it must be from France, right? Well, maybe yes, maybe not. It seems that in the 1800s in England, before the industrial revolution, women in lace factories (particularly in Nottingham) warmed their legs with a small dog. Many of these dogs were small or Toy Bulldogs. When jobs […]
In 1890, Charles Owens began working at Virginia Tech (VT) as a janitor in one of the barracks. Soon after, he joined the band’s students as a great drummer. Floyd Mead was introduced to the Virginia Tech family when, after living with the Thomas family, Thomas took Floyd for walks around the barracks as a young child. The cadets quickly […]
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