Pets

I don't understand people who get a pet for self-affirmation or to demonstrate their "teaching" talents, and then throw it out the door or, worse, physically punish it. Although, it's unclear which is worse.Read more

I've always been a pragmatic person and never believed in the supernatural. But a recent incident, which can only be described as mystical, forced me to radically reconsider my own worldview.Read more

In urban areas, owners walk their pets on a leash, and some cat owners believe in the benefits of such walks, but there are compelling reasons not to do so.Read more

I'd like to tell you a story that once again proves that dogs aren't just loyal and devoted friends, but also very intelligent and resourceful animals that can truly surprise you. My grandmother had long wanted a dog. It would be a guard dog, so to speak, and a loyal friend always nearby. She didn't care whether it was a purebred or not, as long as it had a kind soul. But so far, it's never gone beyond talk.Read more

The film "Beethoven" was released in 1992. Until then, large, shaggy dogs hadn't been popular, due to their living conditions—not everyone had a spacious home and yard. Several facts about St. Bernards made them famous and desirable in many families after this film.Read more