“Dogs are chock full of the ‘love hormone’
Dogs’ bodies produce oxytocin when in the presence of their human counterparts – and they get a big burst of it every time they make eye contact with their bonded humans.
When a dog’s brain is flooded with the love hormone, it’s better able to follow the social cues of its owners. And the longer a dog maintains its owners’ gaze, the more elevated the levels of oxytocin released….”
“Dog Coats: Domestic pets, especially indoor dwelling ones or those that have been modified by selective breeding, have unique needs akin to the needs of the humans that they share space with. We have bred dogs to depend on us for their needs. No longer are they well equipped to fend for themselves and we have accepted responsibility for them as our friends and companions. They protect our homes and possessions and we provide them with ease of living….”
“Sometimes called Hemingway cats, mitten cats, big-foot cats, six-toed cats or even cats with thumbs, polydactyl cats have an interesting history to share….”
“Why is the human-animal bond so important? That link between us and our dogs, cats, horses, birds and other pets goes beyond unconditional love….”
“How do cats purr? One of the most delightful sounds to a cat lover is their feline friend’s rumbling noise when they get a little scritch behind the ears. Yet how cats produce their contented purrs has long been a mystery….”
“Working with animals is unpredictable by nature. To them, there are always more interesting things to be doing, fresh smells to sniff, and new acquaintances to make….”
“After picking the Internet’s smiliest cat, now we’re on a mission to find the world’s fluffiest cat….”
“Bringing a new kitten into your home is an exciting time. While kittens are playful, curious, affectionate, and (most of all) cute, they can also be a lot of work. This includes not only ensuring their basic necessities for physical health are being met, but also ensuring their emotional and social well-being….”
“In the middle ages, most dogs had jobs. In his book De Canibus, the 16th-century English physician and scholar John Caius described a hierarchy of dogs, which he classified first and foremost according to their function in human society….”
“The power of pets: nothing compares to the joy of coming home to a loyal companion. The unconditional love of a pet can do more than keep you company. Pets may also decrease stress, improve heart health, and even help children with their emotional and social skills….”
