Microchip for dogs: what is it and what is it for?
A microchip is a small electronic device, measuring only a few millimetres, that the veterinarian applies to the dog in the neck region, either on the left- or right-hand side,…
The Portuguese water dog, or in Portuguese cão de água português, belongs to the group 8, section 3, of dog breeds recognised by the National Italian Canine Organisation (ENCI), i.e….
According to the latest research from Censis (an Italian Research Institute), Italians love animals. Preceded only by Hungary, Italy is the second European country for the number of pets. Italians…
For centuries now, dogs have been considered man’s best friend. They are men’s faithful companions for as long as we let them, both at a psychological and physical level. The…
This year, the highest temperatures ever have been recorded in Europe. While the world is trying to understand the possible reasons for these heat waves, we find ourselves looking for…
Save the date: 22nd of June bring you dog to work day
Have you ever wanted to take your pet to work? There is a specific day for this! The so-called International Take your Dog to Work Day was conceived in 1996…
Canine leishmaniasis is an infectious disease that is transmitted by sandfly vectors, called phlebotomine. Similar to tiny mosquitoes, these insects develop the biphasic parasite that causes the disease. This condition…
The processionary: dogs and cats against the summer enemy n.1
When summer arrives, it is undoubtedly nice to spend whole days outdoors with a 4-legged friend. However, it is good not to underestimate the danger of pine processionary: it seems…
Walk to the park? Beware of poisonous plants for dogs and cats
Curiosity is one of the distinctive traits of animals: dogs and cats love to explore new places and smell everything around them every time we take them for a walk….
Pet friendly holidays: take your friends on the road with you
With summer fast approaching, it is important to plan your holidays in such a way as to satisfy the needs of both you and your pet. Many dogs and cats…
When your cat leaves home for longer than he should, especially if he is used to roam around outside the house, you cannot help yourself but wonder if something has…
Dog and separation anxiety: find out what to do to help him!
Summer is a difficult season for dogs because it is the time when the owners go on holiday and can not always bring their puppy with them: this event often…
Deciding to welcome a cat in your home means taking responsibility for the life of another living being. Before doing that, you have to be sure that you can meet…
You may have heard anyone claiming to be “allergic to cats” at least once. Actually, it does not matter how sensitive you are – you cannot be allergic to animals….
Playing is the base of dog’s training because all dogs need exercise for their own wellbeing. To get the dog’s attention, the dog has to think that spending time with…
Play “Tug of war” with your dog is a good way to give a vent to his natural propensity to grasping and pull objects with their mouths. It’s also a useful…
The Akita Inu is elegant and beautiful, with a calm and quiet nature (seldom barks). All these positive characteristics let you think Akita Inu is an easy dog but this…
Barking is a dog instinctive behavior, part of its way to communicate his emotions to other dogs or to the members of its pack. When dog barks from time to…
Siamese cat It has an elegant tubular shape with long and slender lines. It also has a short coat in 4 colors: – Seal: the extremities are black. The body…
Sometimes you reward your dog for bad behavior, did you know that?
To paraphrase Thorndike’s law of effect, rewarding a behavior leads to the increase in its frequency, while failing to reward a specific behavior leads to a decrease in its frequency….
It’s important that the choice of bringing home a dog is aware of the responsibilities and the commitment that is required for the subsequent years. Too often it happens that…
Jack Russell is one of the most energetic breed you can meet. It’s a perfect working dog, prey oriented, with a strong tenacity and very determinated. Although it’s a small…
Take a puppy certainly has advantages for example you can teach everything from start preventing bad habits from day one. But the puppies are challenging and require a lot of…
