Category: Animals

Dogs come in all shapes and sizes, each with their own personalities, individual tendencies, and incredible uniqueness.  These factors draw us to dogs as our protectors, family members, and best friends.  Some dogs are suited best for herding, some for protecting families, and some for sending us warnings when something is not right.  Among the many factors that distinguish dogs from one another is life expectancy. Among mammals, typically larger means longer living, however, with dogs the opposite typically seems to be true.  Ultimately, large dog breeds age more quickly, and their lifespan is typically shorter than small dog breeds.

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A man’s best friend is a title which is usually associated with dogs, and for reasons which have been proved to be rather true. Be it as a domestic pet or one offering services beyond the conventional needs, Dogs have been proved to provide comfort and assistance to humans on several occasions. To familiarize our readers, a Service Dog is a dog which has been trained to provide assistance to individuals who face disabilities such as; mental illnesses, visual and hearing impairment, PTSDs, Diabetes, trouble with mobility and several other health problems. Each service dog is trained for a specific

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1. Canine neglect Whilst any and all animal cruelty is despicable, it might surprise you to learn that over 70% of cruelty to any animal involves dogs. Bred over the years to become man’s best friend, crime and violence has turned dogs to be both neglected and used as weapons. From patrolling criminal’s homes for intruders without being adequately fed, to being pitted against each other in organised dog fights, cruelty to these beautiful and intelligent animals is prevalent the world over. For people in England or Wales, if you are witness to any dog cruelty or need advice contact

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Camels are thought to have originated around 40 million years ago, in the Americas, migrating to Asia before the last Ice Age. The two types of camel are the Dromedary, which has one hump, and the Bactrian, which has two humps. A hybrid (a crossbreed of the two species) has one long hump and is bigger and stronger than either of its parents. The Dromedary Camel There are approximately 14 million Dromedary camels in the world today. Dromedary is a Greek word meaning fast or swift.  The Dromedary has a long neck and legs and, although known for having just

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Since time immemorial, lions have been associated with courage, power, and royalty. Primitive man doubtless treated these beasts with both fear and reverence. The lion’s recognizable profile, sheer strength, and association with nobility all make him the King of Beasts in the eyes of many people. How much of that reputation is myth, and how much is fact? Let’s find out – here are ten things you might not have known about the King! 10. Lions Don’t Live in Jungles If you grew up in the 90’s, you may have grown up with two conflicting ideas. For the longest time, the lion

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