Discover the best tips for taking care of your animals and protecting yourself from insects at home and in the garden.
Has anyone ever told you that your dog is treated better than most people? Then you must be a dog lover! As pet owners, it is important that our pets live lives filled with love and happiness. Providing comfort is a great way to spoil your furry friend. After all, happy dog, happy life, right? One
Every dog needs its own space and the right dog bed can provide that perfect, peaceful place for every dog. Choosing the right dog bed for your dog may sound like a simple task, but its more complicated than you might think. Dogs, like us, are all different and have unique preferences when it come
There are many questions new cat owners have. Things that concern everything from feed to vaccination and castration. That is why we have listed seven tips for new cat owners here. Checklist for new cat owners 1. Things to have at home You need a litter box with new cat litter that likes to be a
Domestic dogs show many adaptations to live closely with humans, but they dont seem to respond to food giving according to a study by the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, Austria. The researchers trained 37 domestic dogs to operate a food vending machine by pressing a button, before sep
Taking your dog on holiday is becoming increasingly popular. A joyful and safe vacation for both two-legged and four-legged friends requires planning, research and inspiration. That is why we have made a list with the ten best tips for those who want to go on holiday with a dog this summer. 10 tips
If your cat doesnt like his food, its time to change the diet. Here we have some tips on how it goes when you build in a new food for your cat. List: Keep this in mind when changing food 1. Do not change immediately When you bring your kitten home, you usually get food from the breeder. The food w
Today is International Dog Day. The day on which we can unabashedly reward our four-legged friends for their unconditional love. In the run-up to International Dog Day, Spotify has explored how dog owners worldwide use music to entertain and help their dogs relax. What seems? The Dutch do not like t
Researchers from the University of Helsinki have developed a new comprehensive questionnaire for examining the personality and behavior of cats. A dataset of more than 4,300 cats representing 26 breed groups revealed seven personality and behavioral traits, with significant differences between breed
Rabbits, chickens, parakeets, fish, dogs, cats, turtles, hamsters or other nice pets have a chance to win the title of The Cutest Pet in the Netherlands at Ekdom in the Morning this year. Radio 10-Dj and animal lover Gerard Ekdom calls on listeners with nice pets to join his search for the nicest pe
In the run-up to Animal Day, HEMA has something very special for dogs and dog lovers this year, the Tomwoefkit. A baking mix with which you can make a tompouce for your dog at home. The Tomwoefkit will be available online and in stores from September 23, for €4. While supplies last. Faithful four-le
The expectation is great, the little puppy is finally coming home. But he too has needs and needs basic equipment for life. What should (new) dog owners have ready so that the young dog has everything he needs and quickly feels at home? These four products are indispensable during the first weeks.
Since we are more at home because of corona, the number of dog owners has been growing steadily. 1 in 5 Dutch households now have a dog. As a result, the dog population in the Netherlands rose from 1.7 million in 2019 to 1.9 million in 2020 (Dibevo, 2021). And our four-legged friends lack nothing at
Dogs are one of mankinds most beloved animal friends. They share our home and seem to reciprocate our affection. But could this emotional bond extend to feelings of jealousy? To help answer that question, a team of researchers surveyed the reactions of a group of dogs when their owners appeared to b
A study of approximately 9,000 dogs conducted at the University of Helsinki found that fear, age, breed, the companionship of other members of the same species, and the owners previous experience with dogs were associated with aggressive behavior toward humans. The findings may provide tools to unde
The relationship a dog has with its owner is related to its stress level. This is the conclusion of a recently published study from Linköping University, Sweden. The results also suggest that the relationship between stress and owner personality traits differs between dog breeds. The researchers in
Your creativity is required when playing with the puppy. In this article we would like to introduce you to some possibilities to play with your puppy. Puppy Retrieval Games Fetch games are great for puppies. In general, many objects can be used to retrieve. However, if you use everyday items such
All changes in daily life aimed at reducing the climate impact contribute to positive development, small and large. There are many animal owners, and together we can make a difference! For everyone who wants to be a more climate-smart pet owner, we have listed some measures that contribute to climat
Dogs may have earned the title of mans best friend because of their good dealings with people. Those social skills may be present rather than learned shortly after birth, a new study by University of Arizona researchers suggests. The study also finds that genetics may help explain why some dogs outp
You thought about it for a while and you decided to buy a kitten. But there is something to it. What should you consider before buying a kitten? Heres a list of 7 tips to keep in mind when buying a cat. 1. A big decision It is wonderful to be with a cat, but it is a big decision. The average life e
More cats than dogs are overweight and one in five pet owners find it difficult to get their friend in shape. Exercise is one of the things that we as animal owners can help with, but the choice of food is also extremely important. Obesity can lead to health problems such as joint problems, diabetes