Animals

If you bring a Jack Russell terrier into your life, it's important to know what you're getting yourself into. These are energetic hunting dogs, bred to kill vermin. If given the chance, they'll happily dispatch cats and other smaller pets…

The miniature pinscher, also known as a min pin, is a small breed that weighs between 8 and 11 pounds when full grown. Their coats may be solid red, red with black hairs mixed in or black and tan as well as other variations of red and…

Dogs, especially younger dogs, need something to do. If you don't provide it, they'll find it. Chewing shoes and digging in the garbage are fun when there's nothing else to do. Everyone knows that! Often, taking your dog outside for a…

Many people like to take their dogs with them as they travel, and traveling with your dog can be a lot of fun. However, there are dangers to consider including loosing your pet, dehydration, nausea, and the pet ruining the trip due to its…

According to the National Museum of Natural History, the brains of mammals are larger and more complex than other categories of animals. The many folds of mammal's brains are supportive of complex nerve networks. Mammals also have a…

This small breed certainly looks fragile and beautiful, but with proper care and an owner who is careful the Yorkshire Terrier is actually a long-living breed that can be part of your family for 15 years or more. If you are interested in…

Yorkshire Terriers are sometimes prone to tooth problems, even early tooth decay. Grooming instructions for the Yorkie often include details on brushing the teeth and other tooth care. This breed may also suffer from digestion problems,…

This popular breed, with its beautiful silky coat, is a favorite with families and can be excellent for those with apartments and smaller homes. However, just because the Yorkshire Terrier is in the toy dog class, with short legs, does…

The Yorkshire Terrier is a small breed of dog that is generally active and can be fun to be around. The Yorkie can be a wonderful family pet that is good with older children. This breed is fine for apartment living and will need only…

The Yorkshire Terrier is a popular breed because of its appearance and because it is one of the toy breeds, weighing not more than seven pounds. Yorkies have a long, silky coat that hangs straight down on both sides of the body. The hair…