While sight is the predominant sense in humans, in canines the sense of smell is predominant. This isn’t by accident. Canines were designed to possess a dominant sense of smell. While the brain in humans is dominated by a large visual cortex, a dog’s brain is dominated by an olfactory (smell) cortex. Relative to the size of its brain, the olfactory cortex in a dog is forty times greater than that in
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Just like their cousin the wolf, pet dogs are instinctively born to eat a diet of raw meat. In the pet industry, this is called a bones and raw food diet or BARF for short. The very first dogs, ancestors of today’s domestic canines, were capable
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When you are at the mall, do you see people who stroll as if there is a spring in their step? At the office, do you encounter individuals who seem to radiate with a good aura that makes you wonder what they are thinking of? Conversely, when you are at the park, do you feel envious of people who have smiles plastered on their faces? Well, you don’t have to be a rocket scientist to figure out what makes them seem like they are in seventh heaven. Most probably, their happy disposition is due to their
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If you grew up without having the chance to own a pet dog because your strict parents won’t allow you to mingle with these supposedly filthy and hyperactive animals, then you know that your life is not the same as kids who had their favorite pup grow up with them. Now, if you don’t want the same thing happening to your children, get them a pet dog that will be their best friend for
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Keep in mind that you pet supplies will change based on what type of pet you have, if you have others, and their species. If you are getting a type of pet for the first time, you should really research what you need. The Internet is a great tool to find out what works for other owners. The associate at the pet store will also be able to help you, but keep in mind that he or she may be on
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Are you living alone in a single apartment unit in the middle of a crowded city? Do you want some company that is not demanding of your time? Or maybe you just prefer indulging in your maternal instinct and want someone to cuddle when you get home minus the complications of a personal relationship. If you replied yes to the three aforementioned queries, then maybe it’s about time you get a
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When you are a pet owner, you have a large responsibility to take care of your pet. There are many things that go into making sure your pet is healthy. If you have ever been through your pet being sick you know how heart breaking it is. I know how I feel when my dog gets sick; all I can think of is getting her healthy again. Who else wants a healthier
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